Crowne Plaza Vilamoura - Algarve by IHG | Hotel in Vilamoura

| 8.8 (971 Reviews) |  12 Bathrooms  33 Guests
Vilamoura Hotel | Crowne Plaza Vilamoura - Algarve by IHG

Hotel in Vilamoura

Crowne Plaza is located in Vilamoura's center just a few minutes' walk from the Marina and 10 minutes’ drive from 5 golf courses. The tastefully decorated rooms have furnished sea-view balconies. Featuring soft shades of ivory and natural textures, all rooms have stylish bathrooms with glass-wall showers. The wide balconies come with lounge chairs. The Crowne Plaza Vilamoura - Algarve’s outdoor pool faces the sea and has a terrace with loungers and shades. The Peter Pan Kids Club has welcome snacks and a daily animated film, while adults can enjoy a relaxing massage at the Almond Tree Wellness Spa. Apart from 24-hour room service, the hotel's Cataplana Restaurant serves a mixture of regional and international cuisine. The Caravela Bar offers a variety of aperitifs and drinks, and there is a sea-facing summer terrace for snacks and BBQ grills. The Crowne Plaza Hotel is less than a 5-minute walk from the center of Vilamoura and the Marina. Faro Airport is 12 mi away. Free private parking is available at the hotel.

Crowne Plaza Vilamoura - Algarve by IHG is located in Vilamoura.

This 318 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Air Conditioner, Ocean View, Child Friendly, and several others. This is a 5 star rated property and has over 971 reviews with the average score of 8.8 . Coming to Vilamoura and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 318 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this place in Vilamoura. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Private Pool
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
EV Charge Station
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Kids' meals
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Bar
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Kid-friendly buffet
Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking
  • Private Parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Parking on site
  • Free parking
Accessibility
  • Bathroom emergency cord
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Activities
  • Kids' club
  • Live music/Performance
  • Playground
  • Couples' massage
  • Makeup services
  • Beauty services
  • Foot massage
  • Waxing services
  • Happy hour
  • Hand massage
  • Full-body massage
  • Personal trainer
  • Spa
  • Fitness center
  • Body wrap
  • Beach
  • Beachfront
  • Hairstyling
  • Evening entertainment
  • Hair treatments
  • Cycling
  • Fitness
  • Massage
  • Haircut
  • Fitness classes
  • Pool table
  • Back massage
  • Hair coloring
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Indoor pool (year-round)
  • Turkish/Steam Bath
  • Neck massage
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Body scrub
  • Indoor pool
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Facial treatments
  • Manicure
  • Body treatments
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Locker rooms
  • Head massage
  • Sauna
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Yoga classes
  • Spa facilities
  • Pedicure
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Safe
  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Guest Services
  • Airport shuttle
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Suit press
  • Shuttle service
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Baggage storage
  • Laundry
  • Concierge
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Room service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Private check-in/out
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Car rental
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Ironing service
  • Business center
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
  • Wifi
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Outdoor pool
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • 24-hour security
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Key card access
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • First aid kits available
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment available
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Heated pool
  • Plunge pool
  • Swimming pool
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Airport pickup
  • Airport drop-off

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Please note that extra beds and cots are subject to availability and must be confirmed by the hotel, when booking half board, please note that drinks are not included and dinner cannot be changed for lunch, the access to the almond tree wellness spa facilities, which includes indoor swimming pool, vitality pool, hamman, sauna and relaxation room, has a cost of 14 euros per person/day. the access for children up to 12 years old is free of charge, only allowed between 11 am and 3 pm, pool towels available for guests upon deposit.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

License number: 1614

Reviews

Value for money:
7.93
Location:
9.23
Staff:
9.07
Facilities:
8.93
Comfort:
9.26
Cleanliness:
9.21
Frib198
Dec 18, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: BRESKFAST WAS LOVELY, FRESH AND PLENTY OF CHOICE
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Standard Double or Twin Room with Quarteira View - Mid floor
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 33 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

General

Key card access, Iron, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Trash cans, Safe, Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Interconnecting room(s) available, Soundproof, Fan

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, TV, Pay-per-view channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Bathroom

Bidet, Hairdryer, Toothbrush, Shampoo, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Bathrobe, Towels, Slippers, Toilet paper, Body soap, Walk-in shower

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Linens

View

City view, Garden view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Emergency cord in bathroom

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow
Standard Twin Room with Vilamoura Sea View - Mid Floor
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 33 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

General

Key card access, Iron, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Trash cans, Safe, Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Interconnecting room(s) available, Soundproof, Fan

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, TV, Pay-per-view channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Bathroom

Bidet, Hairdryer, Toothbrush, Shampoo, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Bathrobe, Towels, Slippers, Toilet paper, Body soap, Walk-in shower

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Linens

View

City view, Sea view, Garden view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Emergency cord in bathroom

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow
Twin Junior Suite with Sea View - Mid Floor
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 44 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Twin Junior Suite with Sea View - Mid Floor

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

General

Key card access, Iron, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Trash cans, Safe, Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Interconnecting room(s) available, Soundproof, Fan

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, TV, Pay-per-view channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Bathroom

Bidet, Hairdryer, Toothbrush, Shampoo, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Bathrobe, Towels, Slippers, Toilet paper, Body soap, Walk-in shower

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Linens

View

Sea view, Pool view, Garden view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Emergency cord in bathroom

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow
Standard Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 33 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

General

Key card access, Iron, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Trash cans, Safe, Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Interconnecting room(s) available, Soundproof, Fan

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, TV, Pay-per-view channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Bathroom

Bidet, Hairdryer, Toothbrush, Shampoo, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Bathrobe, Towels, Slippers, Toilet paper, Body soap, Walk-in shower

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Linens

View

City view, Garden view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Emergency cord in bathroom

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow
Standard Double or Twin Room with Quarteira View - Low floor
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 33 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

General

Key card access, Iron, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Trash cans, Safe, Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Interconnecting room(s) available, Soundproof, Fan

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, TV, Pay-per-view channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Bathroom

Bidet, Hairdryer, Toothbrush, Shampoo, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Bathrobe, Towels, Slippers, Toilet paper, Body soap, Walk-in shower

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Linens

View

City view, Garden view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Emergency cord in bathroom

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow
Standard Double or Twin Room Vilamoura Side Sea View - Low Floor
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 33 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

General

Key card access, Iron, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Trash cans, Safe, Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Interconnecting room(s) available, Soundproof, Fan

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, TV, Pay-per-view channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Bathroom

Bidet, Hairdryer, Toothbrush, Shampoo, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Bathrobe, Towels, Slippers, Toilet paper, Body soap, Walk-in shower

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Linens

View

City view, Sea view, Garden view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Emergency cord in bathroom, Roll-in shower

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow
Junior Twin Suite with Sea View - Low Floor
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 44 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Junior Twin Suite with Sea View - Low Floor

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

General

Key card access, Iron, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Trash cans, Safe, Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Interconnecting room(s) available, Soundproof, Fan

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, TV, Pay-per-view channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Bathroom

Bidet, Hairdryer, Toothbrush, Shampoo, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Bathrobe, Towels, Slippers, Toilet paper, Body soap, Walk-in shower

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Linens

View

Sea view, Pool view, Garden view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Emergency cord in bathroom

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow
Standard Twin Room with Quarteira View - High Floor
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 33 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

General

Key card access, Iron, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Trash cans, Safe, Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Interconnecting room(s) available, Soundproof, Fan

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, TV, Pay-per-view channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Bathroom

Bidet, Hairdryer, Toothbrush, Shampoo, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Bathrobe, Towels, Slippers, Toilet paper, Body soap, Walk-in shower

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Linens

View

City view, Sea view, Garden view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Emergency cord in bathroom

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow
Standard Twin Room with Vilamoura Sea View - High Floor
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 33 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

General

Key card access, Iron, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Trash cans, Safe, Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Interconnecting room(s) available, Soundproof, Fan

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, TV, Pay-per-view channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Bathroom

Bidet, Hairdryer, Toothbrush, Shampoo, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Bathrobe, Towels, Slippers, Toilet paper, Body soap, Walk-in shower

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Linens

View

City view, Sea view, Garden view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Emergency cord in bathroom

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow
Twin Junior Suite with Sea View - High Floor
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 44 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Twin Junior Suite with Sea View - High Floor

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

General

Key card access, Iron, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Trash cans, Safe, Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Interconnecting room(s) available, Soundproof, Fan

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, TV, Pay-per-view channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Bathroom

Bidet, Hairdryer, Toothbrush, Shampoo, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Bathrobe, Towels, Slippers, Toilet paper, Body soap, Walk-in shower

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Linens

View

Sea view, Pool view, Garden view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Emergency cord in bathroom

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow
One-Bedroom Suite with Quarteira Sea View - Top Floor
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 59 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
One-Bedroom Suite with Quarteira Sea View - Top Floor

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

General

Iron, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Trash cans, Safe, Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Key card access, Soundproof

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, TV, Pay-per-view channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Bathroom

Bidet, Hairdryer, Guest bathroom, Toothbrush, Shampoo, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Bathrobe, Additional bathroom, Slippers, Towels, Toilet paper, Body soap, Walk-in shower

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Linens

View

City view, Sea view, Garden view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Emergency cord in bathroom

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow
One-Bedroom Suite with Vilamoura Sea View - Top Floor
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 59 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
One-Bedroom Suite with Vilamoura Sea View - Top Floor

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

General

Iron, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Trash cans, Safe, Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Key card access, Soundproof

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, TV, Pay-per-view channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Bathroom

Bidet, Hairdryer, Guest bathroom, Toothbrush, Shampoo, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Bathrobe, Additional bathroom, Slippers, Towels, Toilet paper, Body soap, Walk-in shower

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Linens

View

City view, Sea view, Garden view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Emergency cord in bathroom

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow
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