Best Pool Hotels in Portugal

Vila Vita Parc is set on a clifftop overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Located in Alporchinhos, it consists of Moorish-style buildings surrounded by tropical gardens. The rooms feature a balcony or terrace where charming views of the Atlantic Ocean and Armação de Pêra can be admired. Some accommodations is fitted with a seating area and cable TV. In the landscaped gardens, Vila Vita Parc offers several pools. The hotel also offers an on-site nursery and a children’s play park. Vila Vita’s Spa features 12 treatment rooms, 1 yoga garden pavilion and the Hypoxi Studio offering revolutionary body sculpting techniques. A gym is available as well and sports activities on-site include mini golf and a tennis court. With 12 restaurants and 6 bars, the food offered varies from local Portuguese seafood dishes to Asian cuisine. Vila Vita Parc features a wine cellar stocked with fine wines.

- "The best service we have ever received. We will definitely come back. Thank you for making our stay so exceptional" - "A marvellous stay. Will definitely come back" - "Ocean Restaurant is absolutely fantastic" - "Exceptional and unforgettable girls weekend." - "Excellent accommodation, service and truly helpful staff." - "We had a great stay. Thoroughly enjoyed the off-season ambience. Thank you!" - "perfect resort for a perfect vacation"

Set on a hill boasting views of the terraced vineyards of the UNESCO World Heritage Douro valley and the Douro River, this newly renovated 19th century manor house offers guests therapeutic spa retreats, wine tastings and a mirror-effect outdoor infinity pool. Enfolded by a philosophy of creating experiences while concerning about the environment in which it is inserted, Six Senses Douro Valley combines elegance with the reality and history of the region, boasting a décor based on natural materials such as wood and stone. Rooms at the Six Senses feature contemporary interiors, are air-conditioned, have a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom with bath, a rain shower and free toiletries. At the Wine Library guests will find more than 750 references of vintages from the region, collected by two wine directors, and a variety of tapas and cheeses to complement the wine tastings. The hotel’s Vale Abraão restaurant combines 3 ambiances, including an open kitchen, a wood burning stove and a fine dining, offering guests gourmet and international cuisine delights. A varied buffet breakfast including sweet and savory dishes is served each morning. The 8-hectare property covers a number of relaxing and meditation open-air areas in the surrounding woods, as well as an organic garden of vegetables and herbs. Wellness and Yoga programs are available and the Six Senses Spa has 10 treatment rooms and offers a variety of therapies, some of which are grape and wine based. Guests can also relax in the heated indoor pool with water jets, aromatic saunas, arctic showers and soft waterbeds, or retire to the library and peruse a book whist enjoying a fine wine or a cocktail. A gym with professional guidance is also at guests’ disposal. Guest Experience Makers are available to guarantee guests a unique experience. The Six Senses Douro Valley is 78.9 miles from Porto International Airport.

- "Excellent accommodations, nice architecture, outstanding restaurant, a big offer of wines and a warm" - "Amazing will come back the spa was fantastic including all their staff in The property" - "A wonderful property in a glorious setting with first rate staff. We absolutely loved our stay." - "Gorgeous" - "Stunning hotel, highly recommend"

Featuring a fitness center on the 11th floor with an outdoor running track overlooking Lisbon, the 5-star Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon is located next to Eduardo VII Park. It offers a spa on site. Luxurious and spacious, each room at the Ritz features an elegant décor with classic elements. Some rooms have large balconies, and all private bathrooms come with free L’Occitane toiletries. Start your day with a lavish breakfast buffet, served daily at the stylish Varanda Restaurant, offering unparalleled views over the park. During the warmer months, enjoy a cocktail at the Ritz Bar’s summer terrace. In-room dining options are available 24 hours, and guests can enjoy sushi on select days of the week. Guests wishing to pamper themselves can enjoy treatments as acupuncture and lymphatic drainage or Ayurvedic rituals at the spa. The indoor swimming pool overlooks the hotel gardens and Lisbon's Eduardo VII Park. The trendy Avenida da Liberdade is less than 10 minutes’ walking from the Four Seasons Hotel, and the iconic São Jorge Castle is within 2.5 mi. The friendly and attentive staff is always ready to help, and exclusive concierge services are available at the Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon. There is a shuttle service to Lisbon International Airport, located 4.3 mi from the hotel.

- "Will come back to stay again if I revisit Lisbon." - "Food was great service fantastic" - "Realxing" - "Absolutely beautiful, I wish I stayed longer. Great hospitality and perfect service" - "It's a great hotel but not exceptional" - "It was okay but not for the price that we paid." - "Four seasons good service but not a good location" - "Not FS Brand standereds"

This wine hotel’s luxury spa has a large indoor pool and hot tub offering panoramic views of Oporto. Each bright room of the 5-star The Yeatman opens onto a spacious, private terrace furnished with sun loungers. Stylish, dark wood headboards and elegant ottomans are among the chic furnishings fitted in each of The Yeatman’s luxurious rooms. Rooms also include a flat-screen TV and mini-bar. Bathrooms are equipped with luxurious skincare products from the The Yeatman Wine SPA skincare range. The 2-Michelin awarded Yeatman Restaurant serves Portuguese cuisine made with fresh, local produce and fine wines. Specialty Portuguese wines can be enjoyed every Thursday during the wine tasting. Cushioned seating areas are set around the outdoor pool which overlooks the Douro River. The contemporary, well-equipped gym offers state-of-the-art cardiovascular equipment. Conveniently located in Vila Nova de Gaia, The Yeatman is only a 5-minute walk from General Torres Station and a 10-minute walk from the Douro River. Sá Carneiro International Airport is 11 mi from the property.

- "Incomparable views of beautiful Porto." - "Beautiful hotel in an amazing location!" - "Amazing Hotel" - "The hotel and rooms are beautiful but the service is lacking . More attentive to their guests." - "Amazing in every way." - "Best Hotel" - "Amazing way to enjoy Porto." - "Amazing stay" - "highly recommended" - "The Reason I will Come back to Porto/Gaia." - "Perfect." - "Stunning hotel overlooking Porto."

Surrounded by the natural beauty of green parklands, the majestic Vidago Palace blends the Belle Epoque style with modern luxuries. It features a vanity pool, spa and 18-hole golf course. Decorated with light colors and floor-to-ceiling windows, the rooms at Palace Vidago come with LCD TVs and work desks. Each offers a spacious sitting area. Guests can choose between Vidago’s indoor or outdoor pools or try some rejuvenating beauty treatments at the spa. Hydrotherapy uses local mineral waters and essential oils from plants grown on the Palace grounds. Vidago Palace provides 4 restaurants, including the stylish main restaurant, spa bar and poolside bar and grill. The region’s most famous export wine can be tasted at Vidago’s wine cellar. Vidago Palace is located just a 5 minute drive from the center of Vidago. Free private parking is available.

- "Happy to have found this peaceful oasis" - "Not only it has exceeded all my very high expectations as I am already looking forward to returning!" - "Outstanding value, great memories" - "Always good to come back"

Located in Vila Nova de Gaia, a 2-minute walk from Douro River, Vincci Ponte de Ferro has accommodations with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Guests can use a bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a closet, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Vincci Ponte de Ferro provides some rooms with city views, and the rooms are equipped with an electric tea pot. A buffet, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available at the property. At the accommodation you'll find a restaurant serving Mediterranean, Portuguese and Local cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested. Popular points of interest near Vincci Ponte de Ferro include Oporto Coliseum, Sao Bento Metro Station and Sao Bento Train Station. Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is 12 miles from the property.

- "Great hotel, location and staff." - "Wonderful place to stay in Porto and hits all the high notes!" - "Enjoying the outside of Porto from the inside of the hotel" - "A wonderful hotel filled with great amenities and even better people." - "Beautiful property exceptional staff well done!" - "Fantastic hotel in a brilliant location" - "This was a wonderful hotel, the location could not have been better" - "Excellent, would love to come back"

Offering an outdoor pool and spa center, Castanheiro Boutique Hotel is set in Funchal, 1640 feet from Marina do Funchal. The hotel has a year-round outdoor pool and hot tub, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. The rooms include a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find bath robes, slippers and free toiletries. Castanheiro Boutique Hotel features a SPA with hydrotherapy pool, sauna, turkish bath,massage rooms and a relaxing area. You will also find a hairdresser's at the property. The hotel also offers bike hire and car hire. CIFEC - Madeira Congress Center is 1.2 mi from Castanheiro Boutique Hotel, while Parque Ecologico do Funchal is 3.7 mi away. Madeira Airport is 8.1 mi from the property.

- "Have stayed twice before and the standards within the hotel remain superb." - "Beautiful stay!" - "The hotel which make you start missing the stay just after check out" - "Incredible" - "All the staff were great and couldn’t do enough for you but Claudia on arrival was just the warmest and friendliest rece" - "Outstanding, highly recommend" - "Great hotel in center of Funchal" - "Excellent stay in a lovely boutique hotel"

Offering an infinity pool, the luxury 5-star Conrad Algarve is set in the golfers’ paradise Quinta do Lago. Its high-tech rooms feature balconies overlooking the palms or the pool. All rooms at Conrad combine contemporary design and elegant gray shades. They feature free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and a marble bathroom with rain shower. Other amenities include an bluetooth sound system and a Nespresso coffee machine. All-day dining is offered at Conrad Algarve, where 3 restaurants and 3 bars can be found. The modern Portuguese Louro, the Michelin-star Gusto by Heinz Beck offering upscale Mediterranean dining concept with a vibrant open kitchen display and the sophisticated Lago Lounge. A variety of cocktails and refreshments are served around the two pools. Conrad Algarve’s spa includes a relaxing sauna and an indoor pool. Guests can also train at the fitness center, or enjoy some open-air activity at one of the surrounding golf courses.

- "Wow" - "A lovely restful break, excellent staff - just what we needed!" - "Fantastic hotel with customer service to match." - "The most gorgeous amazing stay from start to finish!!!" - "Perfection" - "Wonderful stay at the Conrad" - "Ru United Kingdom" - "Excellent" - "No wonder they call it a 6 star hotel" - "It was very comfortable , special and enjoyable" - "Very enjoyable" - "Treated like a king and queen during the whole of our stay."

Located in a 12th century Augustin Convent, the Pousada Mosteiro de Guimaraes overlooks Guimarães. Rooms are equipped with modern amenities including air conditioning and cable TV. Each of the individually decorated rooms are located in what used to be cloisters. All rooms of Pousada Mosteiro de Guimaraes offer an private bathroom. The Pousada Mosteiro de Guimaraes is within walking distance from the center of Guimarães, just 1.2 mi from Guimarães' shopping district. Guests can enjoy Pousada Mosteiro de Guimaraes's outdoor pool or a stroll around the landscaped gardens. The Pousada offers free private parking on site. Guimarães Sports Pavilion is 1.9 mi away. Please note that pets will incur an additional charge of € 25 per day, per pet. Please note that dogs will incur an additional charge of € 30 per day, per dog.

- "Steeped in history with modern facilities a 5 star hotel on a 2 or 3 star budget" - "Relaxing and enjoyable" - "Would highly recommend this excellent Hotel" - "Beautiful, peaceful, and secluded old monastery about 25 minutes in the countryside outside of Porto. A wonderful place" - "its UNREAL!" - "Absolutely beautiful. A privilege to stay" - "Great two night stay in a historic hotel" - "Great hotel for exploring northern Portugal"

Located in Lisbon, a 4-minute walk from Dona Maria II National Theater, The One Palácio da Anunciada has accommodations with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property has a seasonal outdoor pool, indoor pool, fitness center and garden. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Rooms come with an electric tea pot, while some rooms include a balcony and others also feature city views. Breakfast is available, and includes à la carte, continental and American options. The One Palácio da Anunciada features amenities such as an on-site business center and sauna. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Rossio Square, Commerce Square and St. George's Castle. Humberto Delgado Airport is 5 miles from the property.

- "Would stay there again!" - "Great weekend Lisbon a very lively city. Would advise a good pair of trainers as lots of cobbled streets" - "When in Lisbon, The One Palácio da Anunciada is the place to stay" - "Absolutely fantastic" - "Excellent hotel in a great location" - "We loved it and will be back." - "Hidden Oasis" - "excellent" - "Pleasant stay at a great location" - "Very nice hotel, staff were exceptional, fantastic location nice and clean room."

Located in the town of Sertã, in central Portugal, the Convento da Serta Hotel is a 17th century convent transformed into a 4-star hotel with air-conditioned rooms, free WiFi and an outdoor saltwater swimming pool. The soundproofed rooms have wooden floors and are equipped with wardrobe, flat-screen satellite TV, telephone and a desk. The bathrooms include bath, shower, hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests can taste traditional meals like Maranho or Bucho Recheado at the property’s emblematic restaurant, which was established in the 1970’s. At breakfast, guests can enjoy their meals at their rooms or try the buffet. Convento da Serta has a 24-hour front desk and features massages at the health club and a laundry service as well, both at a surcharge. Room service, safety deposit box and an on site ATM are available. The Lisbon International Airport is at 110 mi and the Porto International Airport is at 127 mi away. The city of Coimbra is at a 56-minute drive. Nearby historical attractions include Nossa Senhora dos Remédios Chapel at a 22-minute drive and the Seminário das Missões at an 11-minute drive.

- "Beautiful hotel. Thoroughly recommend!" - "Absolutely wonderful hotel with great staff team." - "A beautiful place to stay" - "Serta Super!" - "Fair price"

Located in the hills surrounding Funchal, this 18th-century mansion is set in extensive botanical gardens with 600 different plant species. All rooms have balconies overlooking the gardens. Quinta Jardins do Lago's spacious rooms are elegantly furnished and include a seating area, a marble bathroom and a large balcony. Each room features air conditioning, cable TV and free WiFi. Beresford Restaurant, available daily for evening meals, is an indoor restaurant where Madeira and International cuisine melt. There are 2 bars, one of which is a poolside bar surrounded by mango trees and flowers. Quinta Jardins do Lago has a large lagoon-style swimming pool surrounded by sun terraces with sun beds. Guests can work out in the gym or spend the afternoon in the sauna, Turkish bath and hot tub. This luxurious boutique hotel is located 0.9 mi from the center of Funchal. Free parking is available, and a free shuttle service to and from the city center is available upon request. Madeira International Airport is 11 mi from Quinta Jardins do Lago.

- "Highly recommend- a fabulous place to stay!" - "Beautiful hotel with wonderful gardens and amenities.excellent friendly staff Perfect" - "Fabulous experience." - "Place that invites to return, thanks!" - "A wonderful place to rejuvenate and relax." - "The staff were so kind, helpful and attentive. The hotel and gardens were just beautiful. All in all it was a most fabul" - "Staff were exceptional. Generally require a Taxi to get in and out of town, although a courtesy bus was available at lim"

São Lourenço do Barrocal is located in the foothills of the medieval village of Monsaraz and nearby the Alqueva lake. The pet-friendly property is set in a 780-hectare estate, which consists of a restaurant, a bar lounge, a pool bar, a Spa with fitness center, a winery and a store. The hotel offers guest rooms and houses with countryside views. Every room is air-conditioned, has a TV with cable channels, a coffee machine and underfloor heating in all bathrooms. All houses feature a spacious seating area, a dining room and a fully-equipped kitchen where guests are welcome to prepare their own meals. The on-site restaurant serves traditional Alentejo cuisine. A seasonal outdoor pool and children's playing facilities are also available. Bicycles can be hired free of charge and the staff is available to help guests with car hire. The area is popular for horse riding and cycling, and other popular activities at the estate include picnics and wine tastings. Free private parking is available on site.

- "Amazing Alentejo" - "Fantastic!" - "Understated luxury with attention to all the details." - "A fab rural retreat, quiet and relaxing." - "Lovely place"

Located atop a natural peninsula, The Cliff Bay provides panoramic Atlantic Ocean views and private sea access. There are indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a 2-Michelin star restaurant and free Wi-Fi. All guest rooms have twin queen-size beds, an en suite marble bathroom and an LCD cable TV. In addition, all rooms feature a veranda with table and chairs, giving views of the hotel's gardens or the Bay of Funchal. Cliff Bay features 3 restaurants, including the 2-Michelin star Il Gallo d'Oro, which serves aromatic Mediterranean and Iberian cuisine. Guests can also relax in any of the on-site cafés and bars. Cliff Bay features top-of-the-range spa and wellness facilities. There is direct, private access to the sea as well as tennis courts, a games room and a library. The hotel is located within a 5-minute drive from the Funchal center, just 20 minutes’ drive from Madeira Airport. An airport shuttle is available upon request.

- "Great hotel in a fabulous location." - "Fabulous" - "Excellent experience. Friendly staff and world class facilities" - "Fabulous seaside property" - "Perfection" - "A really lovely holiday in a great hotel. Sad to return home" - "Highly recommended hotel!" - "Paradise" - "So good we will return" - "The stay at Cliff Bay was exceptional with great staff." - "A beautiful and relaxing stay in an amazing resort."

Built in the 19th century, this luxurious 5-star hotel is surrounded by a sub-tropical garden on a hilltop overlooking the Tagus River. It has an expansive spa and indoor and outdoor pools. For relaxation, The Lapa Palace Spa features a sauna and a Turkish bath. The masseuses are also available to provide massages tailored to the individual client. There is also a modern gym equipped with cardio equipment. The elegant rooms at the Olissippo Lapa Palace are bright and airy and include a spacious sitting area, satellite TV and a marble bathroom. Most rooms have a balcony with views of the Tagus River or the pool and gardens. Restaurant Hotel Lapa serves fine Mediterranean cuisine and regional wines, while Le Pavillion, during summertime, serves cocktails, homemade iced teas and fruit juices around the pool. On warmer days, meals can be enjoyed on the terrace. In the evenings, live music is featured. Central Lisbon is a short drive from the Olissippo. Free private parking is available on site.

- "Excellency" - "It was exceptional." - "Didn't want to leave and hope to come back." - "Flawless." - "A brilliant stay in a fabulous hotel" - "I’m very pleased and happy!" - "Fabulous old school hotel with exceptional service going the extra mile, would stay here again!" - "A lovely long weekend in comfort and style without being too pretentious with delightful staff." - "Stuff" - "A lovely luxurious and comfortable stay for a few days in the city."