PortoBay Falésia

Nestling in beautifully manicured grounds of profuse greenery is this handsome resort property, which enjoys an outstanding location overlooking Praia da Falésia, not far from Albufeira. It's an outlook enjoyed from many of the standard and superior rooms and junior suites, and a view that also takes in the curvaceous outline of a superb outdoor swimming pool. In the distance, a ridge of tawny-red sandstone cliffs line the beach, which is accessible directly from the premises.
Much of the appeal here lies in the fact that guests can easily find little pockets of tranquility in which to relax. Scattered throughout the gardens are wood decks and platforms furnished with sofas or plump, oversized cushions set under a canopy of scented pinewood. Linger here at sunset as hidden spotlights illuminate the grounds, and the romantic ambiance is quite tangible. Actually, such is the connection with nature, the gardens also play host to yoga classes, and massage sessions are conducted in the privacy of your own exclusive curtained terrace. Otherwise, the hotel's Blu Spa features four treatment suites, where guests can indulge in a range of relaxing therapies and rituals to enhance physical and mental wellbeing.
PortoBay hotels are noted for their excellent gastronomy, and this resort is no exception. Besides a humungous and healthy themed buffet choice laid out at dinner in the Madeira restaurant, guests can also opt for the Il Basilico restaurant, with mouth-watering Italian fare served indoors or on the terrace.