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Grand House - Relais & Chateaux

5.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with 2 restaurants and free breakfast

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Medium River Room | View from room
Point of interest
2 restaurants, breakfast, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Medium River Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Outdoor pool

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Room service

Room options

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Grand Family Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Grand Family Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Grand House Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Grand House Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Grand Deluxe Junior Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Grand Deluxe Junior Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand River Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Grand River Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Medium Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Medium Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Small Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Small Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Medium River Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Medium River Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Small Plus Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Small Plus Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Medium Plus Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Medium Plus Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Avenida Da Republica 171, Vila Real Santo Antonio, 8900-203

What's nearby

  • Marques de Pombal Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Vila Real Santo Antonio Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Santo Antonio Sports Complex - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Monte Gordo Beach - 7 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Verde Beach - 17 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Vila Real de Santo Antonio Station - 11 min walk
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café La Manuela - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Real Cafeteria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Porto de Recreio do Guadiana - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cantarinha do Guadiana - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Joaquim Gomes - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Grand House - Relais & Chateaux

Luxury boutique hotel near Vila Real Santo Antonio Harbour
Located close to Monte Gordo Beach, Grand House - Relais & Chateaux provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a library. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, dinner, light fare, and local and international cuisine. Enjoy onsite activities like fishing, ecotours, and hiking/biking. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Outdoor pool access nearby with sun loungers
  • Bike rentals, luggage storage, and a TV in the lobby
  • Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a computer station
  • An elevator, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and have comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like pillow menus and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

Languages

English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Offsite parking available (EUR 10 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants

Restaurants on site

  • Grand Rooftop
  • Grand Salon
  • Grand Salon

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1926
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from February 11 2025 to March 16 2025 (dates subject to change).
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from March 11 2025 to March 25 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Bar/Lounge(s)
  • Beach
  • Breakfast
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Recreation facilities

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.00 per person, per night for adults; EUR 0.50 per night for guests aged 11-13 years old, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 11 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 10 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - 510913199
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 8210

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Grand House Algarve Hotel Vila Real Santo Antonio
Grand House Algarve Hotel
Grand House Algarve Vila Real Santo Antonio
House Algarve Vila Real to An
Grand House Algarve
Grand House Relais & Chateaux
Grand House - Relais & Chateaux Hotel
Grand House - Relais & Chateaux Vila Real Santo Antonio
Grand House - Relais & Chateaux Hotel Vila Real Santo Antonio

Frequently asked questions

Does Grand House - Relais & Chateaux have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

How much does it cost to stay at Grand House - Relais & Chateaux?

As of Mar 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand House - Relais & Chateaux on Apr 1, 2025 start from $261.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Grand House - Relais & Chateaux pet-friendly?

Yes, Grand House - Relais & Chateaux allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet. There's a fee of EUR 25 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Grand House - Relais & Chateaux?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Grand House - Relais & Chateaux?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Grand House - Relais & Chateaux?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Grand House - Relais & Chateaux located?

Located in the heart of Vila Real Santo Antonio, this luxury hotel is steps from Vila Real Santo Antonio Harbour and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Monte Gordo Beach. Verde Beach and Castro Marim Golf are also within 9 mi (15 km). Vila Real de Santo Antonio Station is 11 minutes by foot.

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Grand House - Relais & Chateaux Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 105 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fionnuala

Best Hotel Ever
Everything about this experience was fantastic. The hotel was amazing and the staff were great. Couldn’t recommend it more!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Highly recommend!
Beautiful historic hotel exudes charm and days gone by! Highly recommend a stay here … breakfast was delicious made to order, staff was nice & accommodating to the fullest !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Fantastic overall experience at the Grand House and the Grand Beach Club. Perfect for celebrating our wedding anniversary.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ita

Friendly staff, lovely bedroom and good food
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nana

Very nice environment, dog friendly, good food , staff personal and corteoys
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

This hotel was amazing . The staff and service was excellent . It was super cute with old world charm . We loved everything about this place . It has its own private beach club which was fantastic . We would highly recommended putting this hotel on your itinerary.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Exceptional property and staff. Best possible location. Great food.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raphaela

We only stayed one night but we loved everything about Grand House! Such a beautiful and unique boutique hotel. The rooms are cozy and inviting, and the beds very comfortable with nice linens. The staff at the beach club and restaurant was excellent and very accommodating. A must-stop on your Algarve trip!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Extraordinary stay we will definitely come back again. The hotel is beautiful and the service is outstanding a very unique stay and the quality of the food is incomparable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Great place to stay
Lovely hotel. Very nice, helpful staff. Really good food (nice dinner, very good breakfast). Super clean rooms. Loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ren

Outstanding hotel. Impeccable service.
Outstanding service. Very nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

What a great place the rooms were ideal the service superb my wife and I really liked our stay there
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Frederick

Small dated rooms Staff was excellent as was the bar and breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Amazing staff and magical place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

This hotel is lovely. Appointed beautifully with exquisite design and fabrics. Staff could not be more gracious.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Sweet hotel in lovely locatuon
Lovely hotel in quaint location. Loved the beach club as well. Note that this is in a very quiet part of the Algarve - it is peaceful but not “hustle bustle.”
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Lovely lovely property
Great hotel. Nice cozy feel. Loved the beach house down the street. One of the only hotel out of 5 we stayed in that had face clothes. Linens were fabulous, towels, sheets! Oreo the onsite dog was the very best addition to our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Extremely pleasant.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Grand house was so impressive from the arrival and seeing the exterior of this remarkable building to the welcome and all interactions with the team. The daily gifts were lovely and fresh oranges supplied throughout. Breakfast was superb with views across the river. Thank you for his amazing experience
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaemin

highly recommendable
Nicely decorated hotel. Staffs were really helpful. Rooms were super clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Seneca

Property was great but, overall not too many things to do around and minimal dining options.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Magnus

perfect
Perfect place, perfect service
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Simply top notch! Definitely five star attention to detail in a beautiful historic house. Breakfast selection was excellent quality and a wide variety of options. The Beach Club was a pleasurable way to spend several hours. Poolside food & bar service was attentive and menu items we tried were delicious.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Excellence in everything ! A great discovery. Can't wait to go back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rupert

Wow
Amazing hotel, hard to fault. Beautiful rooms, friendly staff and tons of little surprises! 100% will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022