Vitors Plaza

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Great for families with kids’ pool, playground and apartments that sleep up to 6
🏡 Spacious, well-equipped self-catering apartments with kitchenettes and balconies
🎾 Wide range of sports and activities including tennis, football, basketball, mini-golf and a gym
🏖️ Complimentary shuttle to Praia do Vau beach (Apr–Oct, twice daily, except Sundays & public holidays)
🛒 On-site mini-market plus snack bar and restaurant for flexible dining
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rooms: 91 apartments across 5 blocks (4 floors, 8 lifts)

Board options: Bed and Breakfast, Half Board, Self Catering

Child age: up to 17 years

Vitors Plaza sits in a peaceful pocket between Praia do Vau and Alvor, making it an easy base for exploring this stretch of the Algarve. You’re close to Portimão, Alvor, Lagos and Praia da Rocha, with golden-sand beaches backed by dramatic ochre cliffs a short hop away.

A small cluster of bars and restaurants is within walking distance, while the complimentary shuttle runs you to Praia do Vau’s sands twice a day in season. Golfers will love having a course just 500m away, and Lagos’ historic streets and harbour are an easy day trip by car.

• 500m to the nearest golf course
• 450m to a small selection of bars and restaurants
• 2km to the beach and Praia do Vau resort centre
• 3km to Alvor resort centre
• Complimentary shuttle twice per day to the beach (Apr–Oct, excluding Sundays and public holidays)

Approx. transfer time from airport: 2 Hours

Praia do Vau, Algarve, Portugal

Food at Vitors Plaza is designed around flexibility. Stay self-catering and make the most of your apartment kitchenette and on-site mini-market, or opt for Bed & Breakfast or Half Board and let the team cook for you.

The Three Brothers Restaurant
Buffet and à la carte restaurant serving a mix of Portuguese favourites and international crowd-pleasers for breakfast and dinner. Highchairs and a children’s menu are available, making it easy to keep younger palates happy.

Plaza Bar / Snack Bar
Poolside snack bar (typically open 01 Jun–30 Sep) serving light bites and drinks through the day, ideal for easy lunches between swims.

A smart dress code may apply and facilities, opening hours and service style can vary by season and occupancy. Reservations may be required, and supplements may apply depending on your chosen board basis; details are confirmed locally.

Outside, the resort is centred around two freshwater outdoor pools, including a separate children’s pool. Wide sun terraces dotted with loungers and parasols make it easy to settle in for the day, while nearby baby-changing facilities add convenience for families.

When the weather dips or you just fancy a quieter swim, head indoors to the heated freshwater pool, reserved for adults and usually heated from early February to mid-April.

The closest beaches at Praia do Vau and Praia da Rocha offer soft golden sand, calm swells and dramatic cliffs – ideal for paddling, rock-pooling and coastal walks. The complimentary beach shuttle (Apr–Oct, twice daily except Sundays and public holidays) puts the Atlantic within effortless reach.

While there’s no full spa, Vitors Plaza more than makes up for it with a strong line-up of sports facilities. The on-site gym (minimum age 16yrs, typically 08:00–22:00) features cardio machines, a free weights area and fixed strength equipment.

Outdoors, you’ll find basketball and football courts, tennis and volleyball, table tennis and mini-golf, plus snooker (local charges may apply). An animation team runs a programme of daytime activities including arts and crafts, family games and water-based fun from spring into autumn, with more frequent entertainment in peak summer.

Evenings bring bingo, karaoke, quizzes, live music and in-house shows on selected nights, giving you the choice between low-key balcony time and joining the crowd.

All apartments at Vitors Plaza are designed for easy holiday living, with tiled floors, simple contemporary styling and plenty of space for families. Expect a living area plus separate bedroom(s), balcony or terrace and fully equipped kitchenette facilities so you can self-cater as much or as little as you like.

One Bedroom Apartment with Pool View
Sleeps: Minimum 1, Maximum 4.
A great option for couples or small families wanting extra space and pool-facing views. Includes a separate bedroom and living area (with sofa beds), balcony or terrace overlooking the pool, and a well-equipped kitchenette.

One Bedroom Apartment
Sleeps: Minimum 1, Maximum 3.
Similar layout without guaranteed pool view. Ideal for couples or parents with one child wanting separate sleeping and living space.

Two Bedroom Apartment with Pool View
Sleeps: Minimum 1, Maximum 6.
Perfect for larger families or two couples travelling together. Two separate bedrooms plus living area, pool-view balcony/terrace and full kitchenette facilities.

One Bedroom Apartment for Sole Use
Sleeps: Minimum 1, Maximum 3.
Extra comfort for solo travellers who appreciate a separate bedroom and living area, plus kitchenette and balcony/terrace.

Family One Bedroom Apartment & Family One Bedroom Apartment with Pool View
Sleeps: Minimum 4, Maximum 4.
Configured with families in mind, offering a separate bedroom, living area with additional beds and a balcony or terrace (pool view guaranteed in the named category).

Family Two Bedroom Apartment & Family Two Bedroom Apartment with Pool View
Sleeps: Minimum 5, Maximum 6.
The most spacious option, with two bedrooms and a generous living area, ideal for larger or multigenerational families. Pool-view versions guarantee an outlook over the main pool area.

In-apartment amenities (may vary slightly by type)
Flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, safety deposit box, air conditioning, balcony or terrace, bathroom with shower, hairdryer, ironing board and iron, kettle and coffee-making facilities, fridge, double cooking rings, microwave and toaster. Daily room cleaning service is included; note that kitchen tidying and cleaning, along with detergents, are typically the guest’s responsibility.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

🎾 Multi-sports courts for basketball, football, tennis and volleyball
⛳ On-site mini-golf course
🏓 Table tennis and snooker*
🏋️ Gym with cardio and strength equipment (16+; typical opening 08:00–22:00)
🎨 Daytime entertainment including arts and crafts, family games and water activities (seasonal)
🎤 Evening entertainment such as quizzes, bingo, karaoke, live music and in-house shows (programme varies by season)

*Some activities and equipment may carry a local charge, payable at the hotel.

🛎️ Reception with luggage storage and local information
🧳 Equipment hire including motorised scooters*
🛒 On-site mini-market (typically open late March–31 Oct)
🚌 Shuttle bus service to the beach (Apr–Oct, twice daily, except Sundays & public holidays)
🧼 Daily room cleaning service (kitchen cleaning typically excluded)
👶 Children’s facilities including playground, kids’ pool, highchairs and children’s menu

*Local charges may apply and services are subject to seasonal schedules.

Good to know
• Location: Praia do Vau, Algarve, Portugal
• Language: Portuguese (English widely understood in resorts)
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Time difference: Same as UK (GMT/UTC, no time difference outside daylight saving changes)
• Typical flight time from UK: around 3–4 hours
• Transfer time: approximately 2 hours by road from Faro (FAO)

Seasonal opening dates, entertainment schedules and facilities (including the mini-market, shuttle, pools and bars) can change from year to year and may be affected by occupancy or local regulations. Some services and activities incur an extra charge, payable locally.

For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Portugal advice.

Vitors Plaza Prices & Book
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Vitors Plaza good for families?
Yes. Vitors Plaza is designed with families in mind, offering spacious one and two-bedroom apartments (sleeping up to 6), a children’s pool, playground, kids’ menus, multi-sports courts, mini-golf and a seasonal entertainment programme with activities for all ages.

2. How far is Vitors Plaza from the beach?
The resort is approximately 2km from the beach and Praia do Vau resort centre. A complimentary shuttle runs twice per day to the beach between April and October (excluding Sundays and public holidays), or you can reach the shore by a short taxi ride or longer walk.

3. What board options can I book at Vitors Plaza?
You can choose between Self Catering, Bed and Breakfast, and Half Board. Self Catering guests have full use of the apartment kitchenettes. Bed and Breakfast includes breakfast in the main restaurant, while Half Board adds dinner, which may be served buffet-style, à la carte or via set menu depending on hotel occupancy.

4. Does Vitors Plaza have indoor and outdoor pools?
Yes. There are two outdoor freshwater pools, including a separate children’s pool, both with surrounding sun terraces, sunbeds and parasols. There is also a heated indoor freshwater pool reserved for adults, usually heated from early February to mid-April.

5. What sports and activities are available on-site?
Guests have access to a gym (16+), basketball, football, tennis and volleyball courts, table tennis, mini-golf and snooker (some activities may incur a local charge). A seasonal animation programme adds arts and crafts, family games, water-based activities and evening entertainment such as karaoke, quizzes, live music and shows.

6. Is there Wi-Fi at Vitors Plaza?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available throughout the complex, including in apartments and public areas, so you can stay connected or stream on your own devices.

7. How long is the transfer from Faro Airport to Vitors Plaza?
The approximate transfer time from Faro Airport (FAO) to Vitors Plaza is around 2 hours by coach, depending on traffic and other hotel stops. Private transfers may be a little quicker.

8. Do the apartments at Vitors Plaza have kitchens?
Yes. All apartments include kitchenette facilities such as fridge, double cooking rings, microwave, toaster, kettle and coffee-making facilities. Daily room cleaning is included, but guests should usually take care of tidying and cleaning the kitchen area and providing their own detergents.