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Penina Hotel & Golf Resort

5.0 star property
Elegant beach hotel and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
5 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine
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5 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine
Escape to Penina Hotel & Golf Resort, where sun-kissed days meet luxurious relaxation. Take a refreshing dip in the pool, indulge in Mediterranean cuisine at one of the 5 on-site restaurants or unwind with a massage and facial. With amenities like beachfront dining and free beach shuttle service plus an outdoor pool, children's pool and tennis courts.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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About the area

Map
Estrada Nacional 125, Penina, Portimão, 8501-952

What's nearby

  • Rocha Beach - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Vau Beach - 9 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Alvor Boardwalk - 10 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Alvor Beach - 10 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Portimão Marina - 10 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Portimao Station - 8 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Balance Café - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Campu's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪O Chefe Silvestre - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Le Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taberna Mula Cheia - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Penina Hotel & Golf Resort

Luxury family-friendly hotel
Consider a stay at Penina Hotel & Golf Resort and take advantage of a golf course, a poolside bar and a terrace. With amenities such as beachfront dining and a free beach shuttle, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna, and indulge in a massage, a manicure/pedicure or a facial. At the 5 on-site restaurants, enjoy lunch, dinner, children's meals and Mediterranean cuisine. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Limo/town car service, bike hire and 5 outdoor tennis courts
  • Babysitting (surcharge), 1 meeting room and a lift
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 188 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths and bidets
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Childcare services, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7 AM to 6 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 5 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Dunas (at Alvor Beach)

Things to do

  • 36-hole golf course
  • 5 outdoor tennis courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Golf
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Tennis lessons
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Pay films
  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 95 per vehicle (return)
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Le Meridien Portimao
Penina Hotel Resort
Penina Hotel Resort Portimao
Penina Portimao
Le Meridien Penina Golf Hotel
Le Meridien Penina Golf And Resort
Le Meridien Penina Hotel
Le Meridien Penina Resort
Penina Hotel & Golf Resort Portimao, Algarve, Portugal
Portimão Le Meridien
Penina Hotel Golf Resort

Frequently asked questions

Does Penina Hotel & Golf Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Penina Hotel & Golf Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Penina Hotel & Golf Resort?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Penina Hotel & Golf Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Penina Hotel & Golf Resort?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Penina Hotel & Golf Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7 AM-6 PM on request. A fee of EUR 95 per vehicle applies.

Where is Penina Hotel & Golf Resort located?

This family-friendly Portimão hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Le Meridien Penina Golf, Aqua Portimão Shopping Center and Alcalar Megalithic Monuments. Alvor Beach and Rocha Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Penina Hotel & Golf Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 274 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 274 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 274 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 274 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 274 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Camilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been staying here for years - it never changes which is lovely - you know what you are getting. 5 star service, amazing food, grounds are stunning, the pool is divine and the backdrop of either the hotel behind or the golf course from the pool is equally tranquil.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yassitoungou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pool and dining options.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oluwashina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's the perfect place for a family getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love staying at this hotel, full of old world charm friendly and helpful staff all in beautiful setting and all at a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lars Ola M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful hotel

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Dawid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rutger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay at Penins

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

SIMPLY FABULOUS

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!
First tee
Alvor
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Damir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property great staff would definitely come again. The mattresses would be the only complaint I have as they do need to be updated.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mrs H M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Penina

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
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rainer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.

6/10 Okay

martin

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short golfing break

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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Apex Racing Team LTD

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charme

Hotel rico em historia, mas a precisar de alguma renovação
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jelson Luiz

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Johnny

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

sabrina

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hôtel très agréable

Très bel hôtel, le personnel est très gentil et accueillant. La piscine est grande, avec serviette fournie et matelas de transat pour plus de confort! P’tit Dej avec un large choix et très très bon. La propreté … nickel ! Le seul point négatif est qu’il n’y ait aucune animation le soir donc obligé de sortir si on veut se divertir un peu, ce qui est bien dommage car il faut une voiture, l’hôtel est excentré ! Rien à pied. Mais nous y avons passé un agréable séjour.. Un grand merci à l’équipe !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haakan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024