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Vila Joya

4.0 of 5
Praia da Gale, Albufeira 8201-902, Portugal
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Vila Joya
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Barcelona, Spain
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138 reviews 138 reviews
43 hotel reviews
Reviews in 54 cities Reviews in 54 cities
112 helpful votes 112 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 4, 2012

We took a half board package with dinner. We had a wonderful welcome and a fabulous room with a view over the sea leading out onto the terrace and gardens. The room was average, but the bathroom is in serious need of updating. Shower curtains (that don't fit) in 5 star hotels in Europe is an absolute no no. The... More

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Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania
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6 reviews 6 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 20, 2012

They get an "A" for effort, but you'll fall in love with what Vila Joya could be, not what it is. Bottom line: 1) The room decor is out of date and feels cheap. The bathrooms are especially inconvenient with outdated plumbing. 2) The staff is top-notch. SUPER nice and accommodating. Food is excellent. 3) It feels like they're going... More

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Preston, United Kingdom
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49 reviews 49 reviews
22 hotel reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 12, 2012

Having travelled extensively throughout Europe, and notching up an incredible 21 stars last year, my palette for good food is demanding to say the vary least. I eat at Vila Joya last week with my partner, whist we were staying nearby on business. I am unable to comment on the bedrooms, but if the food is anything to go by... More

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Derby, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 2, 2012

Having holiday'd in Barbados for over 30 visits we wanted to find somewhere nearer to the UK and get rid of the long haul flight. We went to VilaJoya for Sunday lunch whilst staying last year (2010) at the Villa Vermont, Quinta da Lago and Vila Joya enticed us back for a short 'taster' stay in November 2011 during which... More

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Porto, Portugal
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48 reviews 48 reviews
23 hotel reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 21, 2012

This is for sure one of the most special places in Portugal. Not only is still a different piece of Algarve, it has one of the best restaurants. We usually go for dinner on 29th August for my wedding anniversary and the endless number of courses in a delight for senses. The place with its priviledged location in the top... More

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Los Angeles, CA
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22 reviews 22 reviews
19 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 18, 2012

Many pluses here, a few minuses.... Let's get the minuses out of the way quickly: This is a very romantic place, though while we were on our honeymoon, I will admit that we felt 'underage' ... and we are not even the "go out and drink" type of young couple... we are much more low-key. So in some ways, this... More

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Trondheim, Norway
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 30, 2011

We have just spent some fantastic days at the Vila Joya, excelent room, excelent restaurant and excelent staff. This has been the best days of our life.

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London, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 22, 2011

We stayed at Villa Joya at the end of our trip in the Algarve. What a treat!! Excellent location, service and scenery. Highly recommend it

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Los Angeles, California
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14 reviews 14 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 6, 2011

They say 'welcome to paradise' and they are not wrong. The only 2 star Michelin Restaurant in Portugal in this really incredible and unique boutique hotel perched on a cliff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Their Spa is also outstanding and the staff ratio is unbelievable. I am going back for their Gourmet Festival in January where they host over 20... More

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New York, New York, United States
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78 reviews 78 reviews
16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
32 helpful votes 32 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 24, 2011

I've had the privilege of staying at a few beachside resorts in my time, and Vila Joya has the double distinction of being the best and the first located in Europe. The service is impeccable, bearing a crazy ratio of staff to guests, and the food is dazzling -- it's not for nothing that the place earned the only two... More

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Also Known As:
Vila Joya Hotel
Vila Joya Albufeira
Vila Joya Hotel Albufeira
Vila Joya Albufeira, Portugal - Algarve
Address: Praia da Gale, Albufeira 8201-902, Portugal
Region: Portugal > Algarve > Albufeira
Amenities:
Beach Business Center Fitness Center Free Breakfast Free Parking Kitchenette Restaurant Room Service Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#1 Romantic Hotels in Albufeira
#6 On the Beach Hotels in Albufeira
#12 Luxury Hotels in Albufeira
Price Range: $
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
One of the top 5 star hotels in Algarve, Vila Joya resembles a small oriental palazzo and is nestled in a breathtaking garden setting on a cliff with stunning views facing the sea. Winner of the 2009 World’s Leading Boutique Resort Award, this Albufeira beach resort also boasts one of the top Michelin Restaurants in Portugal and features luxurious spa resort accommodations, exclusive golf packages, and rejuvenating body treatments. ... more   less 
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