Ria Park Hotel & Spa

5.0 star property
Elegant beach hotel and 2 outdoor swimming pools
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
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Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, pool loungers
Beach nearby, free beach shuttle, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
Balcony
Steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy, hot stone massages
Golf

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Hot tub
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Urbanizacao Vale do Garrao, Vale do Lobo, Loulé, 8135-951
  • Garrao Beach
    9 min walk
  • Praia do Ancão
    17 min walk
  • Royal Golf Course Vale do Lobo
    5 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    25 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Separate bath and shower
  • 60 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Double Room, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Premium Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Pool View (Sea Side)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Premium Room, Pool View (Sea Side)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 60 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

Family Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Almancil

A luxury stay in Loulé awaits you at Ria Park Hotel & Spa. You'll be 9.4 km (5.8 mi) from Aqua Show Park and 12 km (7.4 mi) from Vilamoura Beach. Highlights at this beach hotel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, 2 bars/lounges and a full-service spa. .A day of pampering at Ria Park can include hot stone massages, facials and body treatments along with aromatherapy and reflexology. The restaurant, Lusitano, serves Portuguese cuisine. Lobby Bar is the hotel's own lobby lounge. Enjoy the 2 outdoor tennis courts, indoor swimming pool and free kids' club plus access to bike hire. 10215 square feet (949 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a hot tub. Free buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free beach shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 5-property class Vale do Garrão hotel include Loule Castle and Vilamoura Marina.

What's nearby

  • Vale do Lobo Beach - 7 min drive
  • Aqua Show Park - 12 min drive
  • Vilamoura Marina - 16 min drive
  • Vilamoura Beach - 22 min drive
  • Falesia Beach - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Loule Station - 12 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maria's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Encosta do Lago - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Vila Sol Beach Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Júlias - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dano’s - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Ria Park Hotel & Spa

Elegant beach hotel and 2 outdoor swimming pools
For a free ride to the surf and sand, catch the hotel's complimentary beach shuttle. Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities, such as umbrellas and sunloungers. At Ria Park Hotel & Spa, you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Free breakfast is served daily. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This luxury hotel also offers a complimentary children's club, a children's pool and outdoor tennis courts. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Loulé hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 175 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • 10215 sq ft of conference space
  • 949 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1998
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Ria Park Hotel & Spa offers 175 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to balconies. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, dressing gowns, slippers and bidets.

This Loulé hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Ria Park has 3 treatment rooms. Services include hot stone massages, sports massages, facials and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Cocktail Bar
  • Lobby Bar
  • Lusitano
  • Pool Bar

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • In-room babysitting
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • 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

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (10,215 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1998
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 15 November and 15 January.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 1.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard, debit cards and cash.
    Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 1257

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Ria Park
Ria Park
Ria Park Almancil
Ria Park Hotel
Ria Park Hotel Almancil
Ria Park Hotel & Spa Portugal/Algarve - Almancil
Ria Park Hotel And Spa
Ria Park Resort

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Ria Park Hotel & Spa?

Ria Park Hotel & Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Ria Park Hotel & Spa?

Yep, Ria Park Hotel & Spa has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Ria Park Hotel & Spa?

Yep, Ria Park Hotel & Spa is a short 9-minute walk from Garrao Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, waterskiing and windsurfing.

Is there a spa on site at Ria Park Hotel & Spa?

Yep, Ria Park is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like facials and body treatments, as well as sports massages.

Does Ria Park Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Take your pick from 2 outdoor swimming pools, an indoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Ria Park Hotel & Spa?

Ria Park Hotel & Spa features 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and a health club.

What makes Ria Park Hotel & Spa a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and al fresco dining, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Ria Park Hotel & Spa.

Is Ria Park Hotel & Spa family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club and a children's pool, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Ria Park Hotel & Spa is a hit with families.

Does Ria Park Hotel & Spa serve breakfast?

Sure does, free buffet breakfast is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ria Park Hotel & Spa?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Ria Park Hotel & Spa?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Portuguese cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Ria Park Hotel & Spa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Ria Park Hotel & Spa?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Ria Park Hotel & Spa?

There is a golf course next to Ria Park Hotel & Spa.

Ria Park Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 190 out of 321 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 90 out of 321 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 321 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 321 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 321 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mohinder

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant stay!
Absolutely fantastic place to stay. Super clean, amazing service, great pools and food. Brilliant. Definintely going back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ria Park Hotel & Spa was a great choice for us. It had all the facilities we needed as a young family and was literally a short walk away from the beach which was one of the main reasons we booked with Ria. A special mention also for Ria kids club for keeping our son well entertained. Would happily recommend Ria, their staff were also very helpful and friendly. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

zubina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Marta was superb
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Disliked: Staff & service
A very tired hotel. Not a chance it's a 5 star
A very tired hotel, which is frankly just about hitting the lower end of being a 4 star hotel. The service is at a snail pace, and the staff all seem so miserable to be there. The rooms are old and are in need of an entire refresh. The beds are quite comfortable at least.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous
Beautiful hotel with amazing pool, breakfast service and lovely clean rooms
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Keith

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ria
This place was beautiful and the staff were amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful pool area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

S g

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was missing an omelette station
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

GRAHAM

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Its changed
This was our 6th stay at Ria Park, a hotel we chose due to its location, walking distance to the beach, and with in a short distance of numerous restaurants. You can not fault the hotel for cleanliness, it appears that they are staff constantly cleaning. The buffet breakfast offers a good choice of hot and cold food, and there is the ability to order additional items. There are two negatives from this visit. Firstly the hotel appears to be attracting large party groups, which we’ve not witness on previous visits.The week we were there, we witnessed a number of large groups, who were freely being served alcohol by the bar staff, clearly these sort of groups bring in welcome income to the hotel especially in bar receipts, but the hotel staff and management have a duty to ensure that these parties do not spoil the holidays of the other guest. We witnessed a fight in the bar area which the bar staff did nothing to stop, and the reception staff also had a full view of this event, and choose to do nothing. I brought this to the attention of the duty manager at check out, but the only response I got was why did I not bring it to the managers attention when it happened! Despite as previously mention the duty manager having full view of this event. Secondly the hotel has a nice pool area, we were there late April so start of season, and the hotel wasn’t full. I noted 50 sunbeds stacked under covers, I`am not sure where these would fit without sitting on each other
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

leslie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, lovely staff. Great location.

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our second stay at the Ria Park and my wife, daughters and myself enjoyed it tremendously once again. Comfortable rooms, great swimming pool, first class breakfast, super well equipped gym, great views, helpful staff and much more. Only one tiny thing lacking and that would be a coffee machine in the room.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top notch
Very nice, high-end hotel nestled in a tranquil upscale area with quiet surroundings. Impeccable quality all the way from check-in to room to dinner and breakfast. It's worth the stay if ever you're in the Almancil area of The Algarve.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

loreen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property near beaches and restaurants. Staff are kind and helpful. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mamadu

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good place to stay I recommends this place to everyone. Thanks. I will be back soon…
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We booked this as a last minute & weren’t sure what to expect. We rally liked the Ria Park, it was immaculately clean, breakfast was fresh and delicious with a great choice of food. The shuttle to the beach was excellent and always available. Given it was late July the were always beds at the pool and the hotel never felt crowded. Very peaceful. Staff were very helpful and friendly. We will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Katharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean spacious relaxed- really excellent swimming pool very well maintained. We dined in the restaurant 3 times- the food was very good. The service professional. Breakfast was a high standard and a wide choice. We used the adequate gym and booked massages.The grounds were pretty. Our room was perfect for the price and maidservice was excellent. My biggest gripe was lack of atmosphere in the evening. British cover songs ( Yes we can tell) don’t work. There was a pianist playing non atmospheric music a couple of times. I’ve come to Portugal and would prefer to hear Portuguese traditional music as a backdrop, and in the evening more of the same, or some background jazz suitable for the cocktail bar. It’s dead in the evening and I couldn’t see much being done about it. Happy hour? Canapés/ lanterns and candle light/ more sophisticated music/ better house wine…it’s not hard. Wine tasting evenings for an hour with local cheeses? A show if traditional Portuguese snacks? You might fill your restaurant more on the back of it? Anyway just ideas from my travels all over the world. I did have a good week overall many thanks. Ps- the shop which could be a goldmine selling traditional baskets pottery and Portuguese wares was pretty empty. I bought a glass bead bracelet from a choice of just 7. So now there are 6. Baffling. What a waste!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jack Clwyd Leighton, Manchester

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean hotel. friendly staff. Lovely pool and garden area. Slightly dated overall. Good value.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023