Penina Hotel & Golf Resort
Hotel in Alvor
5-Star Hotel
Reasons to book
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
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About this hotel
Elegant beach hotel and outdoor pool
Hop on the free shuttle to the beach or practice your swing at Penina Hotel & Golf Resort's onsite golf course. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 5 restaurants.
Penina Hotel & Golf Resort offers 188 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Televisions come with satellite channels and pay movies. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.
Guests can play rounds at the 36-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including 5 outdoor tennis courts. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.
Hop on the free shuttle to the beach or practice your swing at Penina Hotel & Golf Resort's onsite golf course. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 5 restaurants.
Penina Hotel & Golf Resort offers 188 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Televisions come with satellite channels and pay movies. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can play rounds at the 36-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including 5 outdoor tennis courts. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Hot tub or spa
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Map of Alvor
Available Rooms
Double or Twin Room, Mountain View
1 Double • 280 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Mountain View
1 Single • 280 ft²
Sleeps 1
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Double or Twin Room, Pool View
1 Double • 280 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Junior Suite, Mountain View
1 Double • 420 ft²
Sleeps 4
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Studio, Pool View
1 Double • 291 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Ratings and reviews
4.0 / 5.0
The property is very nice, the pool is superb however they close it very early at 7 pm but I understand they may want to prevent noise for the tenants facing the pool. The staff in general was nice, but a few were a little annoyed by questions. You need a car I will not walk outside the property since it is a main road. They offer a shuttle to the Alvor beach ( it is a public beach) you can inquire if they offer other stops, I am sure Uber works fine too. If dinning in the property make sure to reserve in advance. Our room on the 4th floor was far from the elevator, easier to take the stairs, however our view was breathtaking looking at the golf course, pool, and far town (back of the property) it had a semi second level with a desk and balcony very nice room layout for two. The buffet breakfast was also very nice with a good selection. It was definitely a beautiful stay but I didn’t expect it to be so uptight. Close to Silves and Lagos. It is conveniently located to explore other areas.
5.0 / 5.0
Our 2 night stay at the Penina was the highlight of our trip to Portugal. Every member of the team were so friendly and welcoming. The room was spotlessly clean, the grounds and facilities at the pool were wonderful. The food in the Henry Cotton restaurant was excellent. We played tennis and the golf course was amazing and excellent value. We would definitely recommend and we are already planning to return to the Penina next year. Thank you Penina for a wonderful stay.
5.0 / 5.0
Great pool and dining options.
2.5 / 5.0
Always amazing here. Unpretentious, authentic and gorgeous charm. Attentive staff who go above and beyond. Fabulous breakfast, golf and pool. We will be back for our 16th year!
2.0 / 5.0
We had 3 nights at Penina after a week in Vilamoura. We arrived at 1.30pm and were able to check in and use the facilities straightaway. We had a mountain facing room which was fine for a short stay. The buffet restaurant was disappointing - the Mexican food was very bland. The Italian restaurant wasn’t much better, the scallops hadn’t been seared, neither had the skin on the sea bass. The Grill restaurant was much better, with excellent service and significantly better food. The food at the Henry Cotton restaurant was good but overpriced for what was provided.
Disappointingly the beach club was not open - on the website says open April to October, but clearly this is variable!
The golf service is very efficient. We only played the resort course, but had no problems playing when we wanted.
Although check out is by midday, we were able to play golf and use the facilities in the locker room afterwards, so we didn’t leave until 4.30 pm.
Generally a comfortable hotel although a little dated. It was quite windy whilst we were there, so an indoor pool would be nice.
5.0 / 5.0
Penina Hotel is lovely and the staff are fabulous. It might be a little tired but as one guest said to me in the lift - she’s a grand old lady - maybe a little tired, but she gets the job done.
5.0 / 5.0
It's the perfect place for a family getaway.
5.0 / 5.0
All the staff at Penina are the nicest people I’ve come across who continually go out of their way to make sure that everything during your stay is as amazing as it can possibly be.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful property with nice pool. Historic hotel with charm.
Staff very helpful.
Hotel qualify more as a four star than five.
Room and bathroom due to a major remodeling.
2.5 / 5.0
An amazing and tranquil place to stay. Staff were lovely and always helpful, with a special mention to Christie who always went above and beyond. Breakfast was excellent rooms were clean with comfortable beds and nespresso machine. Always loungers available with comfortable cushions.
3.0 / 5.0
I’ve been to Penina for 20 plus years and love the place but it needs some serious money spent on the hotel and golf course.
Each year it deteriorates a bit more this includes the staffs as well as the hotel and golf course.
I will return but not play golf there until they get the course in better shape
5.0 / 5.0
Love staying at this hotel, full of old world charm friendly and helpful staff all in beautiful setting and all at a reasonable price.
5.0 / 5.0
We had a wonderful stay at the majestic Hotel Penina over Christmas, New Year's Eve and the first days of the new year 2023. We were very satisfied and would especially like to highlight the excellent breakfast and the friendly courtesy of the staff. No wish remained unfulfilled. The coastal landscape of the Algarve and the beaches between Armação de Pêra, Portimao, Alvor and Lagos are picturesquely beautiful.
4.0 / 5.0
Good stay
2.5 / 5.0
Wonderful hotel with so much character reminding of days gone. Excellent service through out the resort. Christmas dinner at the Grill was superb and reasonably priced too.
5.0 / 5.0
Fabulous place with incredible staff and facilities including golf course , walk routes , restaurants and a lovely swimming pool! it has given us great memories and will definitely come back again!
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful property great staff would definitely come again. The mattresses would be the only complaint I have as they do need to be updated.
2.5 / 5.0
Excellent stay. Lovely staff working very hard due to staff shortages. Several of whom we have seen at the hotel for many years and they always make you feel so welcome
4.0 / 5.0
Old world charm and an excellent breakfast
5.0 / 5.0
The staff are very welcoming and helpful. The pool area is never crowded. Breakfast is outstanding and ultimately the prices are extremely reasonable..."if it aint broke why fix it"
Love PENINA
2.5 / 5.0
We have been coming for year's and have always loved the Penina, getting a little tired now with flaking paint every where. Just needs touching up. But we love it just the same.
2.5 / 5.0
Whilst slightly dated the hotel and staff have a unique and very special charm. You can sense the unique history and how it was the place for the jet set in the late 60s'. Have returned many times for exactly that reason. Also the best hotel pool I have experienced and magnificent grounds.
2.0 / 5.0
It was a beautiful hotel, set on acres of land, surrounded by a beautiful golf resort
2.0 / 5.0
Lovely hotel for golf relaxation and dinner. The two golf courses are superb, the hotel has a lovely calming and relaxing feel but is dated and lacks a bit of style.
The staff are very helpful and friendly. The main restaurant dinner is a la carte and the food is of a very high standard.
Buffet breakfast has lots of choice of hot and cold food, nespresso coffee machines in rooms and breakfast buffet.
Fantastic location and grounds. Only a short taxi ride into town or a hotel courtesy bus to the beach.
Highly recommend 😀
2.0 / 5.0
Lovely hotel for golf relaxation and dinner. The two golf courses are superb, the hotel has a lovely calming and relaxing feel but is dated and lacks a bit of style.The staff are very helpful and friendly. The main restaurant dinner is a la carte and the food is of a very high standard. Buffet breakfast has lots of choice of hot and cold food, nespresso coffee machines in rooms and breakfast buffet. Fantastic location and grounds. Only a short taxi ride into town or a hotel courtesy bus to the beach. Highly recommend
2.5 / 5.0
Extremely helpful, polite and efficient staff. Would not hesitate to recommend it as a holiday destination
2.5 / 5.0
the staff at the Penina are fantastic and in my experience tried to do that little extra to make our stay memorable. The hotel is always very clean as is the pool.The decor is a little dated and would perhaps gain from freshening up but overall an enjoyable stay.
2.5 / 5.0
the staff at the Penina are fantastic and in my experience tried to do that little extra to make our stay memorable. The hotel is always very clean as is the pool.
The decor is a little 'dated' and would perhaps gain from freshening up but overall an enjoyable stay.
2.0 / 5.0
Always enjoy our holidays at Penina but customer service is as good as it used to be.
2.0 / 5.0
Penina is a traditional hotel - not changed much since I last stayed there 20 years ago. The grounds are beautiful and peaceful and the swimming pool delightful. We had very attentive service at The Grill although I was disappointed to see few people eating there.
2.5 / 5.0
Size of swimming pool is great and kids garden is very handy.
2.5 / 5.0
Very friendly staff and excellent facilities. Great location and will return
2.5 / 5.0
Very good hotel that we have stayed at before
1.3 / 5.0
Very good hotel that we have stayed at before
2.0 / 5.0
Very good hotel. Food excellent. Pool the largest I have ever been in. No shortage of sun loungers or umbrellas. Close to alvor. Golf courses at hotel. No need to travel.
2.5 / 5.0
Very clean. Friendly staff and a fabulous pool. Very relaxing stay.
2.5 / 5.0
We booked this hotel because it looked great but mainly because of the all inclusive kids club for my 7 year old son. Hugo and all of the staff and activities at the kids club were fantastic.Plenty of activities for the kids and a few family activities too which were great. I particularly loved family football, morning yoga and my son happily playing in the kids club so we could read a book and have a swim in peace. The kids club have a wrist band system that was perfect for us. One band meant my son couldnt leave without us signing him out and one band on the days when we were close by and he could leave by himself and come to find us. The hotel was wonderful - location, room, staff were all great. The holiday was so relaxing. We have never done this before but are booking to go back again next summer. Thank you to you all.
2.5 / 5.0
Excellent Hotel - Exceptionally clean, staff great, Breakfast sumptuous, Pool and gardens immaculate
2.5 / 5.0
A lovely hotel,beautiful setting,with very helpful dedicated staff,and a special mention to Carlos and Pedro ! Good size rooms, great pool, breakfasts,and facilities in general. Quiet location, well away from centers but free bus to the beach. You really need a car if you want to get about the area. Couldn't comment on the golf.The food was well outside our price range at the hotel restaurants,so we eat mainly in Alvor -a 10 minutes drive away.
1.3 / 5.0
A lovely hotel,beautiful setting,with very helpful dedicated staff,and a special mention to Carlos and Pedro ! Good size rooms, great pool, breakfasts,and facilities in general. Quiet location, well away from centers but free bus to the beach. You really need a car if you want to get about the area. Couldnt comment on the golf.The food was well outside our price range at the hotel restaurants,so we eat mainly in Alvor -a 10 minutes drive away.
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Alvor?
The average price for a rental in Alvor is $133 per night. This rental is $111 above the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Penina Hotel & Golf Resort. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Penina Hotel & Golf Resort. Enjoy the water!
Is Penina Hotel & Golf Resort pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Penina Hotel & Golf Resort?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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