Crowne Plaza Vilamoura - Algarve

This hotel has a superb location divided from the stunning sandy beach by just a promenade and close to the town centre (500 m away). There are plenty of shops, restaurants, bars, clubs, public transport and a marina all only a few metres away. Faro airport is around 25 km from the hotel.

10 suites, 14 single rooms and 289 double rooms are located on 12 storeys and can be reached by lift. Multilingual staff (English, German, French) at the reception desk in the lobby are ready to assist you with check-in and check-out. Amenities include a baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service and cash machine. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. A number of shops, including a supermarket and souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. The grounds of the hotel feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand, a TV room and a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, a car hire service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser and a hotel shuttle bus. A bicycle hire service provides all the necessary equipment for exploring the surrounding area. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine.

Air conditioning, central heating and a fan ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. In most units, guests can enjoy a view of the sea from a balcony or terrace. All rooms are carpeted and have a double bed, a queen-size bed, a king-size bed or a sofa bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. A kitchenette with a mini fridge, a microwave and a tea/coffee station is also provided as standard. There is also an ironing set and a trouser press. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a plug adapter and WiFi provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Guests can take advantage of the nightly turndown service. Slippers are included. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower, a bathtub and a bidet. A hairdryer, a vanity mirror, bathrobes and a telephone are available for daily use. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Wheelchair-friendly rooms can be booked. The hotel has family rooms and 313 non-smoking rooms.

Guests can take an invigorating dip in the outdoor pool area. There is a children's swimming area with 2 pools as well. A hot tub invites guests to soothe their muscles, and a poolside snack bar will take care of any hungry bellies. A terrace with sun loungers and parasols is available. A variety of activities such as cycling/mountain biking, bocce, crazy golf, golf, a putting green, archery, fishing and horse riding or, for a fee, tennis, are offered at the hotel. Water sports available at the hotel include water skiing, windsurfing, jet skiing, banana boat rides, sailing, catamaraning, snorkelling, diving, water aerobics and aquafit. The hotel offers numerous indoor sports, including table tennis, billiards, darts, bowling, yoga, callisthenics and aerobics or, for a fee, a gym. There is a wellness area with a spa, a steam bath, a hammam, a beauty salon and hydrotherapy treatments and, for an additional fee, a sauna, massage treatments and a solarium. Additional leisure activities include an entertainment programme, a kids' club, live music and a dance club.

Various dining options are available, including a non-smoking restaurant, a café and a bar. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board and full board. A generous breakfast buffet, lunch and dinner offer plenty of delicious variety. Diet meals, vegetarian dishes and children's meals can be prepared on request. The hotel also offers special catering options.