Vilamoura is a tourist destination in Portugal. It’s popular for having six golf courses and sandy beaches. They even have miniature golf courses! Popular destinations include the Vilamoura Marina where shops, restaurants and ice cream stands are all around. Cerro da Vila and its Roman ruins will astound you for it’s a real historical gem. If you love the beach and the outdoors, there are tons of activities such as paragliding, biking, dolphin and whale watching that are available. Actually, you won’t run out of activities here. There’s something for everyone! Visit Vilamoura and use our list of the best Airbnb vacation rentals in the area. Scroll down to learn more.
1. Beautiful rooftop apartment (from USD 173)
Experience all the comforts of Algarve in this fully furnished and cozy rooftop apartment. The highlight is the private veranda with its lovely views. It’s a perfect spot to have a glass of wine in the evenings or to read a perfect book. This vacation home features contemporary decor and is super comfy and clean. The best part would be its location as it’s only a five-minute drive to Vilamoura Boat Marina where several pubs and restaurants await you. Wifi and parking are available for the guests. This rooftop apartment has one bedroom and one bath and it can accommodate two guests.
Rental unit in Quarteira · ★4.76 · 1 bedroom · 1 bed · 1 bathQuarteira, Faro, PortugalAccommodates: 2
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the apartment really exceeded my expectations and the views from the balcony were stunningbed was comfortable and air con worked a treat when neededcomfortable and good amenitiesamazing apartment with a superb viewthe deck is great - really big with couches and a tableCleanliness:
the studio was very clean and modernthe studio is immaculately clean and tastefully decoratedeverything was extremely clean and in order when i arrivedthe apartment is clean and has everything you needthe studio itself was clean modern and furnished to a very high standardHost:
he proved what a great host he wasluis was a great hostluis was a great hostour host luiz was really friendly and helpfulluis was a perfect hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is greatcute place quiet and good locationthe airbnb is located in a beautiful neighborhood and at 20 minutes walk to the beachluis' place is excellent it is within walking distance of the marinafantastic hideaway in a great location
2. Vilamoura center home
Get all access to this modern apartment including the full kitchen and the spacious veranda with a dining area. This home is elegantly simple with clean white walls and great furnishings. It’s conveniently located near Vilamoura Marina Beach where shops and restaurants are within walking distances. Each accommodation also gives you access to free wifi and parking. Some essentials are provided by the hosts. Other amenities include room darkening shades, travel crib for kids, swimming pool, first aid kit. Although it’s just one bedroom, it can accommodate up to four guests. The apartment has one bath and three beds.
Vilamoura center apartment with terrace and poolQuarteira, Faro, PortugalAccommodates: 4
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great apartment with great amenitiesthe apartment is very comfortable and spacious i loved the balcony and the sofadecorated really nicely and a balcony where you can sit out to have breakfast/dinner etcthere is no wi-fi but that just meant a more relaxing timethe condominium also has a nice poolCleanliness:
very clean and tidyexcellent clean and well appointed apartmentthe apartment is clean nicevery clean apartment with a lovely terrace areathe whole apartment complex grounds and pool were lovely and clean too with no bugsHost:
rita is a great host and very professionalhost was really attentive and great at communicatingrita was lovely accommodating and friendlyan excellent value for money with a precise and nice hostmaria was an excellent host very quick to respond and solved any issues we hadRead more reviewsLocation:
very good location a short walk to the marinawe loved the location for walking locallyperfect location and value for moneygreat location not far from centre maybe 10minute walk with childrenwalking distance to the marina and beautiful beach
3. Vacation house near the beach (from USD 431)
Although this apartment is conveniently located near shops and the train station, it’s enough to just stay here on your vacation. Why? Everything in it is lovely. The bedrooms are super comfy. The kitchen is fully equipped. There is an outdoor dining just next to the swimming pool. Sun loungers are at your disposal too. This home has plenty of living spaces that you can relax and read a good book or sip coffee and wine. Guests also have access to the beautiful garden and barbecue. Golfers will be happy to stay here as the golf courses are very close. And of course, there’s the beach. You can always decide to go swimming or sunbathing or simply enjoy the sea.
Home in Vilamoura · ★4.76 · 3 bedrooms · 7 beds · 2 bathsVilamoura, Faro, PortugalAccommodates: 7
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raquel celia and the pool guy were all very helpfulthe villa is roomy with a nice outdoor area and pool and a fireplace too highly recommendedCleanliness:
the kids loved the pool and it was cleaned during our staythe villa is really lovely and was nice and cleanHost:
very family friendly and felt home from homethis was all very helpful for an enjoyable staymany thanks raquel for hosting us at your lovely villaRead more reviewsLocation:
20 minute walk to the marina easy terraingreat location a 5minute walk to the hilton hotel for lunchit was a pleasant 25 minute walk into town and the location was great; no complaints at allraquel's villa is wonderful in a great location and a very quiet areanice walking distance into the marina and beach about 20-30mins
4. Yellow studio (from USD 75)
Almost everything here is within walking distance; the grocery store, restaurants, the beach and bars. If you’re looking for an excellent location, this is the place. This apartment features a living space, a dining area, a kitchen and a bath. Everything you need is right here. They also have cable and wifi available for the guests. And it’s spotlessly clean! Also, if you love the nightlife, this apartment definitely is for you. There’s a bar right around the corner!
Rental unit in Vilamoura · ★4.28 · Studio · 2 beds · 1 bathVilamoura, Algarve, PortugalAccommodates: 3
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great aircon and kitchenthe only slight issue we had was the wifi but other than that it was perfectbut their wifi works actually better than the one of the apartmentthe kitchen is equipped with everything you need and you can enjoy your meals on the balconythe apartment is ideal for 2 people and brings all the amenities you needCleanliness:
clean stylish little apartmentnice spacious clean apartment with kitchenplace was clean and as portrayed in the picturestwo minutes from the marina and really clean and well presentedwould definitely recommend the apartment was stunning very nicely done and spotlessly cleanHost:
great host and helpful with any questionsfriendly staff and locals felt comfortablehelio was a great host very service-minded and friendlyhelio was a great host quick at responding and very efficientoverall the apartment is very nice and helio is a good hostRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic and very good locationgreat stay near bars and resturants and close walk to the beautiful harbourgreat location close to everything especially the marinathe location is excellent with the marina 2 minutes away and beach 5 minutesexcellent apartment in a perfect location
5. Home in downtown Vilamoura (from USD 98)
This apartment can comfortably sleep up to four guests. It’s on the first floor of a building and has its own kitchen and bath, living space, dining area and a large bedroom. A parking space is available to the guests. This home is only two minutes from downtown Vilamoura where you can visit Roman ruins, enjoy sandy beaches or visit Family Golf Park. You’ll surely be delighted by the miniature golf courses. Other amenities include beach essentials such as umbrellas, snorkeling gears, beach towels and blankets. Cable TV, wifi, heating and air conditioning are all available. For travelers with kids, toys and books will be provided. The kitchen is also equipped with a microwave, fridge, stove, dishwasher and kitchen utensils.
Rental unit in Quarteira · ★4.92 · 1 bedroom · 2 beds · 1 bathQuarteira, Faro, PortugalSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
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the balcony is perfect for enjoying breakfast and relaxinga beautiful apartment even better than the photosgreat apartment just 5 minutes walk from vilamoura marinalovely apartment with everything you could need for a short break including air conditioning washing machine and dishwasherevery room has something lovely about it i particularly loved the kitchen complete with algarvian blue tilesCleanliness:
clean and modern apartmentit was very clean and everything worked perfectlysuper clean great balcony and lovely bathroom all new and cleanvery clean place with everything you needthe apartment was absolutely beautiful very clean and tidyHost:
the host is also very kind and communicativethe apartment has everything you need and the host was very friendlyjulia is a very nice hostperfect everything was great the host julia was very nice :)julia is a great host and her place is amazingRead more reviewsLocation:
location of this apartment is perfectit’s in a great location only a short walk to the marinathe location of the apartment is perfectbeautiful apartment in a brilliant locationthe location is an easy 5 minute walk to the marina area shops and restaurants
6. Stylish apartment with fabulous pool (from USD 85)
Situated in a gated condominium, this sunny apartment features beautiful interiors and furnishings, two large terraces, a full kitchen and living spaces. The highlight would be the fabulous swimming pool with a pool bar and sun terrace with sunbeds. Guests also have access to the garden, and some essentials such as linens and towels are provided. This home is also located right on Vilamoura where shops and restaurants are nearby. Other amenities include free wifi, parking, a crib and high chair upon request, a safe box, A/C and cable TV.
Rental unit in Quarteira · ★4.91 · 1 bedroom · 1 bed · 2.5 bathsQuarteira, Faro, PortugalAccommodates: 3
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the bedroom is a great size with nice bathroom and balcony and added benefit of air conwas very convenient that it had things like hair drier iron a/c which are not always commonthere is no air con in the main sitting area but generally the apartment was coolour teenage daughter (16) was sleeping in the sofa and it was comfortable and cozythe kitchen had everything we needed especially coffee machine which made me very happyCleanliness:
super clean and friendlyit was very clean during our stayit was clean spacious and comfortablethe apartment was spotless and nicely decoratedthe apartment was really clean stylish and had everything we neededHost:
also a great hostthe host is very kind and helpfuleveryone was very friendly and welcomingalso our host was very responsive and helpfulbeautiful apartment and teresa is a wonderful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is a perfect distance from the marinagreat place to stay close to everythinggreat place great location with a big poolthe location is excellent - just under a 10 minute drive to the marina or quarteira beachwe walked there and back every day on the safe pedestrian park like path
7. A flat close to the beach
This apartment is fully equipped and guests have access to bicycles that they can use for exploring the city. It’s on the first floor of a private condominium and it features two terraces. It also has its own private access door straight to the pool area. Sun loungers are available as well and guests have access to the garden. Book this apartment which is also near the beach and the Victoria Golf Club. It can sleep up to four guests and it has one bath. It’s also a kid-friendly apartment for it has plenty of stuff for the little ones. There is a baby bath, children’s dinnerware, books, a high chair and toys.
Apartamento com Piscina, Praia e GolfQuarteira, Faro, PortugalTop guest reviews
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the balcony is on the ground floor and has easy access to the swimming pool and green areawould recommend to anyone only one thing would make it perfect and thats wifithe apartment was clean tidy and had various amenities for usethe facilities were ideal for me; swimming pool great weather well equipped apartment private lounge chairshaving bikes to cycle into the marina each evening was great and also shower was awesomeCleanliness:
communicated well throughout clean and comfortable good poolreally nice clean and tidy apartment with every thing you need for a comfortable staythe apartment has everything you could need and is clean and tidythe apartment was very clean well equipped and a true pleasure to stay inlovely apartment very clean pool area very nice and overall experience greatHost:
hosts on hand whenever we had any questionsgreat friendly host with good communicationi was greeted by the host and shown everything and settled straight into the holidaymartine hosted us with great kindnesshi martine something to hang clothes in the bathroom would be very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
in a great location with the marina within walking distancegreat location shops close to walk to as well as the mat close bylocated in a very quite and peaceful neighborhood yet very close to the city centerthe apartment is located in a great place close to supermarkets etc and the marina (15 minute walk)the apartment is in a very good location for exploring the local area
8. One-bedroom house in The Old Village
Book this apartment located in one of the famous resorts in Vilamoura called The Old Village. It features three swimming pools, restaurants, coffee shops and a supermarket. The Vilamoura Marina is also just five minutes away from this home. It can sleep about three guests and features a minimalist-inspired decor. However, they do have several books at your disposal. So you can chill in the pool while reading your favorite book or visit some great shops or bars at Vilamoura Marina. You’ll surely have a blast here.
1 Bedroom apartment in "The Old Village"Accommodates: 3
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a lovely resort with gorgeous poolsa nice feature was the patio for breakfastwe didn't make use of the pools as we were visiting some friends but they looked lovelythe complex was lovely and had amenities on site-was great to have access to the pool and sunbedswe had a fab week in teresa’s apartment it’s really lovely and has great styleCleanliness:
very clean & great communicationthe whole place was all very modern and exceptionally cleana really clean lovely apartment perfect size for us as a family of threethe apartment was clean and modern while being nice and cool even with the hot weathera stylish modern and clean apartment right in the centre of the old villageHost:
teresa was an excellent hostteresa is a great host and helped us to sort out our transfersteresa was a great host and communicated with us very wellfantastic apartment and teresa the host could not have been more helpfulexcellent host and excellent locationRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and modern apartmentcomfortable lovely location easy acces to everything:)we however love the marina which is a 10-15min walk awayteresa´s place is in the perfect location for a relaxing stay in vilamourait’s a safe place as far as we know so not a major problem
9. Cozy apartment near Vilamoura Marina
The beach is a walking distance from this cozy apartment with beautiful interiors and comfortable bedrooms. This vacation home has one bath and two beds and it can accommodate up to four guests. It’s fully equipped with dining, living areas, parking and wifi. Guests may also use the kitchen that’s equipped with dishes, a microwave, stove, fridge and a coffee maker. The hosts also provide Portuguese tea and coffee selections for the guests. Although the beach is close, there is a large swimming pool too. Other amenities include cable TV, a gym, essentials, heating and air conditioning.
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10. Two-bedroom home in Vilamoura
This apartment offers plenty of amenities to the guests, which includes air-conditioning, cable TV, access to the swimming pool, wifi, parking, heating, kitchen and some essentials. It has two bedrooms and can sleep about six guests. The kitchen is fully equipped and the pool is overlooking the swimming pool. It’s a lovely apartment and is also close to Vilamoura Marina and Praia da Falesia. You can either enjoy all the comforts of home here or explore the beaches with a wide shoreline which is truly a breathtaking sight!
Vilamoura 2 Bedroom Apartment Perfect LocationQuarteira, Faro, PortugalAccommodates: 6
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very fast wifi in apartment which was good for workwifi was perfect and the good sized tv had quite a number of channels in englishall mod cons and very comfortablethe apartment is large and airy there is cable tv and a lovely balcony overlooking the pool areafrom the spacious rooms well equipped kitchen through to the wonderful communal poolCleanliness:
lovely clean modern spacious apartmentthe villa was clean and comfortablepool was quiet and very cleanwe really enjoyed staying in this clean and spacious condothe apartment was spacious clean and exactly as advertisedHost:
maria is an amazing host who replies very quickly and always ready to answer any questions we hadmaria is an excellent hostmaria was an excellent hostkind people and a warm welcome when we arrivedvery nice apartment and a host who was responsive to communicationRead more reviewsLocation:
peaceful neighbourhood and just a 15-minutes walk to the marinathe location was perfect - a ten minute walk to the beach and the marinawe appreciated the location near the beach restaurants shopsyou can walk to the marina which is very pleasantbrilliant location close to vilamoura marina
The best of Portugal
Portugal is a beautiful country and visiting Vilamoura would be one of the highlights of your trip. The resort Marina is a must-visit for it has golf course complexes, luxury apartments, great beaches and several shops and restaurants. If you want another alternative to the beach, you can always visit the waterparks in Vilamoura. Rides you get to enjoy include the colossal rubber ring rides and vertical slides. Two of the most popular water parks in Vilamoura are the Aqualand and Slide and Splash. Experience the best of Portugal at Vilamoura and don’t forget to check out our list of Airbnb vacation rentals in the area.
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