Vila Gale Lagos
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Vila Gale Lagos Review
Located 10 minutes by car from Portuguese Discoveries Wax Educational Museum, the 4-star Vila Gale Lagos hotel boasts a wellness centre with aromatherapy and body treatments. The luxury hotel lies in the Meia Praia district of Lagos, 25 minutes' stroll from such cultural sights as the Indoor-outdoor Centro Ciencia Viva de Lagos Science Museum.
This Lagos hotel provides a free buffet breakfast in the restaurant. The à la carte Versatil Inevitavel restaurant in the property offers dishes for breakfast. The restaurant serves local cuisine. Inside the pool bar you can find a billiards table, WiFi, and a TV. There is also a seafood restaurant with different Portuguese dishes in the area.
The family-friendly accommodation offers a spectacular location a 25-minute drive from Portimao airport. The non-smoking Vila Gale Lagos provides history lovers with proximity to the restored 17th-century maritime fortress "Forte da Ponta da Bandeira" (1.8 km) and the seaside Governor's Castle (2.9 km).
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Meia Praia, which is merely 5 minutes' walk away. Located 2.7 km from Vila Gale Lagos hotel, the historic Church of Saint Anthony is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.
The 261 rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as a minibar fridge. Guests can also use a sauna and a hot tub, along with such amenities as a hair dryer and guest toiletries. You can enjoy views of the countryside.
Vila Gale bus stop is situated near this Lagos property.
Such facilities as massage therapy and an indoor pool are available for a surcharge. The Vila Gale Lagos has an outdoor swimming pool and a gym facility. This Lagos property is a paradise for guests who love water skiing, hiking, and horseback riding. A Turkish steam room, a Turkish bath, and a Jacuzzi are provided to ensure utmost relaxation. The hotel includes a conference room equipped with audio-visual equipment and a desk.
Impressions
Positives and negatives
- Family-friendly hotel in an ideal and excellent setting.
- Located in a shopping area with a garden and a park throughout.
- Set within a 5-minute walk from the Meia Praia beach.
- A good choice of rooms, some with a balcony and a great view.
- A nice a la carte restaurant serving regional cuisine for lunch and dinner.
- A great poolside bar serves soft drinks together with snacks.
- Rates are excellent.
- A few vacationers mentioned that Wi-Fi was bad.
- Occasional complaints about a few not professional staff members.
Key Features
- 2 swimming pools
- parking on site
- free wifi
- spa and wellness centre
- family rooms
- non-smoking rooms
- fitness centre
- restaurant
- bar
- very good breakfast
Rooms
Facilities
Facilities
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Ironing facilities
Dining facilities
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
Relax
- Indoor swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Jacuzzi
- Massage
- Fitness centre
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Tennis court
- Golf course
- Billiard tables
Activities for Kids
- Children's play area
Reviews
Location
Landmarks nearby
- Spot gallery 620 m (2034 ft)
- Centro Ciencia Viva de Lagos 2.21 km (1.37 mi.)
- Portuguese Discoveries Wax Museum 1.54 km (5052 ft)
- Governor's Castle 2.82 km (1.75 mi.)
- Marina de Lagos 1.51 km (4954 ft)
- Praia dos Estudantes 1.42 km (4659 ft)
- Praia Dona Ana 2.50 km (1.55 mi.)