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Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, pool loungers
Golf
Beach nearby, free beach shuttle, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
Garden
A covered outdoor seating area with wooden furniture and a view of palm trees.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Urbanizacao Vale do Garrao, Vale do Lobo, Loulé, 8135-951
  • Place, Ria Formosa Natural Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Garrao Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Praia do Ancão
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a potted orchid, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

Family Room, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a potted orchid, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

Family Room, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Premium Room, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Premium Room, Pool View (Sea Side)

  • Partial sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Double Room, Pool View (Sea Side)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a potted plant, and a view of the outdoors.

Double Room, Garden View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe Suite

  • Sea view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Double Room, Partial Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Family Room Standard

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Ria Park Hotel & Spa

Jump on the free shuttle and head to the beach, relax by one of Ria Park Hotel & Spa's 2 outdoor swimming pools, or pamper yourself at the hotel's full-service spa.
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, bathrobes, 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.

2 outdoor tennis courts and a health club are featured at the hotel. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with an indoor pool. In addition to a kids' pool, other recreational amenities include a hot tub, a steam room and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Ria Park Hotel & Spa. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Ria Formosa Natural Park. Features include free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy Portuguese cuisine and garden views while dining at Lusitano
  • Take a swim in the indoor and 2 outdoor pools or soak in the hot tub
  • Indulge with massages, manicures and pedicures or aromatherapy at Ria Park
  • Services include babysitting, a free children's club and dry cleaning/laundry
  • On-site recreation includes 2 outdoor tennis courts, a gym and a steam room
  • 6 minutes by car from Quinta Shopping Center and 9 minutes from Praia do Ancão
  • Free beach shuttle service
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.

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Lusitano – Overlooking the pool and garden, this restaurant specialises in Portuguese cuisine. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Lobby Bar – On-site lobby lounge. Open daily.
Cocktail Bar – This rooftop bar overlooks the garden.
Pool Bar – Overlooking the pool, this café only serves light fare. Open selected days.
24-hour room service is available.

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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Personal motorised watercraft
  • Playground
  • Steam room
  • Tennis lessons
  • TV in common areas

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
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1998
  • Smoking not allowed

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 at the property
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 any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

Payment types at the property

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 to 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 to 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Property Registration Number 1257
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

Ria Park Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 233 out of 375 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 375 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 375 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 375 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 375 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Morten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel and pool area. Very friendly and serviceminded staff. Great place for families.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hisham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing customer service. Great hotel and very close to a wonderful sandy beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel and staff, the pool was a little cold other than that everything spot on. A lively beach a short walk with beautiful white sands and restaurants and bars. The breakfast was pretty amazing too. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay, great hotel, would use same hotel again, beautiful location
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, wonderful daily breakfast & good room service options. Room was cleaned daily and pool / amenities were great.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our third stay at the Ria Park and it’s always a pleasure.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were exceptionally comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at the Ria Park since 2015 and have always loved it. The staff, facilities, food and cleanliness are excellent *****
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Junior

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location near to the beach and restaurant on the beach front.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Julianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a wonderful clean quiet well run hotel.A wonderful pool and area around it.From reception to cleaning to bar staff all very efficient and friendly. We have stayed here before and just choose to go there annually because we have never stayed anywhere that betters it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charity Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the hotel and staff been going to Ria Park for many years and always enjoy seeing them and lovely that they also remember us and welcome us back hotel is delightfull
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always perfect at this hotel love coming here
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean hotel near to beach but also lovely grounds
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Wouter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The perfect time to relax, so many nice restaurants in this area and beautiful beaches and the best golf resorts
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the hotel, but you do need a car to go to restaurants and
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were fantastic - very attentive and quick with service. Beach a ltitle walk away but lots of beautiful houses on the walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, lovely staff. Great location.
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10/10 Excellent

Ricci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our experience was fantastic. The Ria is located in such a beautiful and safe area. We will return at our first opportunity.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mandie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love the location

Wonderful hotel, excellent breakfast. Beautiful poolside area, friendly staff. Love the location
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

antonella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, beautiful location right next to the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

ARTHUR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First class hotel with great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had one night at the Ria Park due to change in flights and arriving a day earlier than planned. It was perfect stop over. Almost wish we could have stayed longer
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

HANY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice hotel, clean and in a good location. The service is amazing and the staff are v good
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023