Pinhal Da Marina

Set among beautiful pine-covered grounds, the 4 star Pinhal Da Marina is the ultimate Algarve retreat. Perfect for families and couples seeking relaxation, this hotel offers the best of both worlds.

When you’re not soaking up your peaceful garden surroundings, you’ve got some of the finest beaches and golf courses on your doorstep thanks to its Vilamoura location. Just a short 15-minute stroll from the hotel you’ll find the resort’s glitzy centre, a popular marina complex. With one of the flashiest postcodes in Portugal, expect nothing less than luxury, from superyachts to fancy seafood eateries perched along the water’s edge.

After exploring the local area, two pools will be waiting to cool you down, while mini swimmers get their own child-friendly option to splash around in. There are plenty of activities to entice you off your sunlounger too. Hit the courts for a game of tennis, before showing off your tackling or handball skills on the basketball/five-a-side pitch.The hotel’s youngest guests can also take advantage of the onsite playground, kitted out with a slide and seesaw.

You can choose from a range of board basis here including self catering, bed & breakfast, half and full board. Those with meals included will love the selection at Pinmar Restaurant thanks to its combination of a la carte dishes and tasty snacks. Grab continental classics for breakfast, before chowing down on something traditional like grilled sea bass for dinner. There’s also a good choice of vegetarian options alongside a whole host of tempting desserts. Kids get their own menu too, so if you struggle to get your picky children to eat on holiday, the fish fingers and chicken nuggets may just do the trick. Don’t feel like dining in? Then you’ll be happy to learn the restaurant has a takeaway service.

The pool bar will be on hand with plenty of refreshing beverages when you need to quench your thirst. From Portuguese wine right down to chilled soft drinks, you’ll be covered most of the day thanks to its long opening hours (11am until 12am).

After all that wining and dining, you’ll appreciate your room’s homely touches. These fully-equipped apartments/studios come with all the essentials including a TV, safe, living room, Wi-Fi and kitchenette ideal for self catering guests. You can choose from one, two and three bedroom apartments all featuring two sofa beds with the largest sleeping a maximum of eight. All room types come with a balcony or terrace, while some offer the option to upgrade to a pool view.

The hotel also has a number of additional services, these include; tennis lessons, bike rental, babysitting and towel hire.