Pestana Viking Beach & Spa Resort, Armacao de Pera

Pestana Viking Beach & Spa Resort - A 4-star clifftop hotel with ocean views, wellness facilities, and direct beach access

Pestana Viking Beach & Spa Resort sits on a cliff in Porches-Armação de Pêra, a two-minute walk from Senhora da Rocha beach. The 4-star property features rooms with sea or garden views, private balconies, Wi-Fi, kitchenettes with microwaves, and flat-screen TVs. Guests can dine at Valhalla restaurant, serving buffet-style meals, or the seasonal Pool Bistro for lighter fare. The resort includes an outdoor saltwater pool, a heated indoor pool, a wellness center with a Turkish bath, sauna, and gym, and a Magic Spa offering signature treatments. A kids’ club operates in July and August, and live music is available at the bar during summer. Pestana Viking is 25 km from Portimão and near attractions like Zoomarine Algarve and the Fort of Nossa Senhora da Rocha.

Pros

Direct access to Senhora da Rocha beach and proximity to other Algarve beaches.

Multiple leisure facilities, including indoor and outdoor pools, a wellness center, and a kids’ club.

Rooms feature kitchenettes, private balconies, and sea or garden views.

Cons

The Pool Bistro operates seasonally (June to September).

Some areas, like the kids’ club, are only available during peak summer months (July and August).