At Pestana Dom João II Hotel Beach & Golf Resort, you can spend time at the beach sipping drinks, plus you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Alvor Beach. The outdoor pool and indoor pool provide fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in massages at the spa. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. A poolside bar, a fitness center, and a sauna are other highlights at this eco-certified hotel.
At Pestana Dom João II Hotel Beach & Golf Resort, you can spend time at the beach sipping drinks, plus you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Alvor Beach. The outdoor pool and indoor pool provide fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in massages at the spa. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. A poolside bar, a fitness center, and a sauna are other highlights at this eco-certified hotel.
At a glance
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Hotel size
257 rooms
Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Babysitting*
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
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Transfers
Airport shuttle*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Beach bar
Poolside bar
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children's pool
Mini golf
Playground
Childcare in room (surcharge)
What to do
On the beach
Fitness classes
Mini golf
Water skiing
Pool table
Golfing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Facilities
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Fitness center
An outdoor pool
An indoor pool
Arcade/game room
Full-service spa
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Minibar
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Recycling
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might 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 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Eurocard
This property is professionally cleaned.
Property Registration Number 536
Also known as
Pestana Dom Joao Ii Hotel Alvor
Pestana Dom João II Villas & Beach Resort Portimao
Pestana Dom João II Villas Beach Portimao
Pestana Dom João II Villas Beach Resort Portimao
Pestana Dom João II Villas Beach
Pestana Dom Joao Ii & Portimao
Pestana Dom João II Hotel Beach Golf Resort
Pestana Dom João II Hotel Beach & Golf Resort Hotel
Pestana Dom João II Hotel Beach & Golf Resort Portimão
Pestana Dom João II Hotel Beach & Golf Resort Hotel Portimão
Frequently asked questions
Does Pestana Dom João II Hotel Beach & Golf Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Pestana Dom João II Hotel Beach & Golf Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Pestana Dom João II Hotel Beach & Golf Resort?
Yes, there's an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Pestana Dom João II Hotel Beach & Golf Resort?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Pestana Dom João II Hotel Beach & Golf Resort?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Pestana Dom João II Hotel Beach & Golf Resort?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Pestana Dom João II Hotel Beach & Golf Resort?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Pestana Dom João II Hotel Beach & Golf Resort?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Algarve Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Pestana Dom João II Hotel Beach & Golf Resort and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as water skiing. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes. Enjoy treatments at the spa and relax in the indoor and outdoor pools. Pestana Dom João II Hotel Beach & Golf Resort also has a sauna and a fitness center, as well as an arcade and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Pestana Dom João II Hotel Beach & Golf Resort?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Pestana Dom João II Hotel Beach & Golf Resort like?
Pestana Dom João II Hotel Beach & Golf Resort is a short 4-minute walk from Alvor Beach and 4 minutes' walk from Tres Irmaos Beach.
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Pestana Dom João II Hotel Beach & Golf Resort Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Beach
Breakfast
Room
Location
Food
Service staff
Towns
Gardens
Restaurant
Sea
What guests liked
The beach location was perfect with breathtaking views and easy access for guests. (9 reviews)
Breakfast offered a wide variety of options and was very nice. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2025
Highly recommended
Second time at this hotel & did not disappoint. All staff are very helpful & welcoming, food is excellent & the hotel is fabulous
Madelline
Madelline, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 15, 2024
Great access to the beach , beautiful views.
MARIA
MARIA, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2024
Beautiful spot on the beach, grounds are very pretty.
lisa
lisa, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 28, 2022
Nice quiet location and good food with good service.
Courtney
Courtney, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2025
Off season, very quiet, limited dinner options were 20 minutes walk away from hotel. Hotek located right on the Beautiful beach with board walk. Breathtaking views
Karen
Karen, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 13, 2024
Great! On the Beach.. easy to walk to uptown Alvor.. lots of Dining choices.. Nice rooms, Clean!
Paula
Paula, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2024
We will be back!
We had a great stay and will definitely come back with friends. The resort offers a very good breakfast included in the price and the area is very nice to explore, enjoy the beach, go golfing, walk to the local towns and relax. I wish we booked for at least one more night to see more, but we have a reason to come back!
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2024
Great hotel, walking distance from town. Gardens and pool are lovely and user friendly. Beach and boardwalk at back of hotel.
Shirley
Shirley, 13-night trip
6/10 Good
Dec 30, 2024
The beach and grounds of the hotel are amazing. The hotel is good but needs some tlc as the rooms are in a tired state. The view from our seaview room was lovely. It was during a holiday so there were a lot of families and small children around. Breakfast was good but not great and always very busy.
Michael
Michael, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 23, 2025
All great but toilet did not flush properly and shower wand did not function
Nicole
Nicole, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 13, 2025
PROS:
The property is very beautiful and the location is perfect.
The snack bar near the beach is a nice touch for people to enjoy a drink near the beach with live music and watch the sunset.
It is pretty quiet and peaceful for a resort. Very family-oriented.
Free breakfast.
There are plenty of good restaurants around the property that are fairly cheap but amazing.
CONS:
Lacking in good service from the snack bar near the pool. Everytime we order, it takes atleast 30 minutes to come and the servers do not pay attention enough to get the orders correct.
All the amenties close too early like the pool, gym and spa.
Themed buffet is too pricey.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2024
A fabulous base!
Would recommend staying on a b&b basis if you are mobile. There are lots of fabulous restaurants a 10-15 minute walk away (or a 5 minute taxi ride). This hotel is a great base for lovely walks along the boardwalk. Staff are great, breakfast is ample and certainly covers everything. Rooms are comfortable and clean. I would stay here again.
Verified traveler
7-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 4, 2022
A very clean and modern property. The location is very walkable to shopping and great restaurants. Every floor has a large lobby with a fabulous beach view so even the rooms on the back get to appreciate it.
Geraldine
Geraldine, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 5, 2025
Very nice hotel. Food very nice and lots of choice
Second time here. Much busier than last visit. Reception very friendly and helpful. Breakfast very nice with plenty of offerings. Had buffet dinner on last night for €60 for 2 people with 1 drink each. We ordered a bottle of wine and asked how much extra we had to pay and the head waiter said he wouldn’t charge us any extra which I thought was a really nice touch and very customer focussed. Bravo
If I had anything negative to say it would be the amount of people reserving sunbeds and leaving the for hours. The hotel should maybe have some policy to remove them after a certain time as we hat to sit on the grass around the pool
Ann
Ann, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 11, 2022
The property was in a good location next to the beach and an easy walk into the town (Alvor).
Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Breakfast was generally good and well managed but certain items (eg. fruit juices) were poor quality.
Keith
Keith, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 1, 2023
Decent for the price
Stay was pretty good, food was limited for lunch and rather pricy. Buffett every breakfast and dinner. No beach chairs so had to always stay near the pool.
Carla
Carla, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
Apr 5, 2024
The property is tired and in need of a refurbishment.
Mark
Mark, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2023
I liked convenient location - midway between Sagres/Lagos and Faro. I didn’t like the fenced in property making it more challenging to get to boardwalk/beach. And surrounding hotels(?) properties look abandoned and unkept.
Teresa
Teresa, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 31, 2024
WiFi was awful. Breakfast was nice but very crowded. Difficult to find a table to sit at. Maid did not replace bath towels despite leaving them on the floor.
Sandra
Sandra, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Mar 26, 2024
Mold in the rooms, very noisy, and absolutely terrible food. Would never recommend this place to anyone.
Andrew
Andrew, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 19, 2024
I was expecting the property to be newer, not so outdated.
Silvia
Silvia, 7-night trip
2/10 Poor
Dec 8, 2022
Bed bugs in our room. Staff would not help whatsoever wanted us to stay in the same room after changing the sheets. Restaurant staff was not friendly. Food and drinks were overpriced and food was average at best
Eric
6/10 Good
Jul 1, 2024
Staff amazing but hotel needs a revamp
The staff were nothing but wonderful. Lovely and helpful people! However the hotel itself needed a revamp. The room we stayed in looked a little run down. Not worth the price we paid for in my opinion. Air conditioning was not working. Had some water dripping from the ceiling into our cupboard. One of my bags got soaked as I did not recognise until later one. Apart from this the staff were fantastic, friendly and welcoming too
Tatenda
Tatenda, 7-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 6, 2025
Férias em família
Localização, espaço exterior, espaço interior, quarto e pequeno-almoço excelente. A nível de cozinha do restaurante/bares deixa um pouco a desejar. A comida não acompanha as qualidades do resto. Contudo, no geral, considero que foi muito bom.
Emanuel
Emanuel, 14-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 14, 2025
Aplican propinas sin preguntar
No me ha gustado que cuando pides algo en los bares de la piscina o en el de la playa ellos mismos se ponen la propina del 10%. Creo que la propina debe ser decisión del cliente no una imposición, por mucho que aparezca la frase suggested. Nadie nos preguntó, ya venía incluida en el ticket. Doy por hecho que cuando pago 1300 € por 4 noches, el servicio será bueno. Por lo demás todo correcto, el personal es muy amable y la ubicación junto a la playa es genial.