Domes Lake Algarve, Autograph Collection

Algarve, Vilamoura

Based on 2368 traveller reviews

92% of travellers recommended this hotel

Set in the Algarve, the resort is just five minutes from Vilamoura and its marina
Enjoy a salt-water lake and four pools, including an adults only sunbathing area
The hotel is perfect for families, with family suites available
Benefit from the hotels proximity to award-winning golf courses and Domes' Golf Concierge service

Set in extensive grounds bordering a lake, Domes Lake Algarve, Autograph Collection is one of the Algarve’s most luxurious hotels. Its enviable location - set in between the golden sands of Falésia beach and a lively marina - makes the hotel ideal for everyone. There’s lots to keep younger children occupied - the superb kids club makes sure of that - while older children will no doubt revel in the more urban charms of nearby Vilamoura.

To say the hotel is grandiose is no overstatement. Marble floors shine opulently, enormous picture windows flood the hotel with light and fresh flowers everywhere reassure you of the hotel’s uniquely elegant style. Outside the grounds are no less impressive; the vast gardens are filled with exotic flowers that bloom that all year round, while three outdoor swimming pools, including a kids-only one and a sand-bottomed one, provide ample opportunities for cooling off. There’s also a seawater lake, an incredibly well-equipped spa and a host of activities that includes kayaking, golf and complimentary cycles for off the beaten track discovery of the region.

There are five-star dining options aplenty at the resort, but we believe that no trip to Portugal is complete without sampling a few of the local restaurants. We thoroughly recommend reserving at least one night away from the hotel’s excellent dining venues for an evening of tasting the local food and enjoying a glass of Vino Regional. Take the short stroll into lovely Vilamoura to discover the tasty treats the town has to offer.

Haute Living Selection is a luxury service provided to guests staying in the premium room categories, and is a concept present at all Domes Resorts. Haute Living Selection guests are offered 24/7 dedicated concierge services and the below tailor-made services:

Haute Living Room accessible to HLS guests
Dedicated HLS manager
24/7 concierge services
Domes Exclusive check-in experience
Upgraded welcome amenities
Upgraded bath amenities
Pillow menu selection

Facilities

Bars & Restaurants

It’s only natural that an hotel of this calibre would offer five-star food and drink. The floating restaurant is one of the hotel's star attractions, but there are many options for the culinarily curious. Enjoy poolside burgers, vegan options and some of the best mojitos to be had on the island.

Gustatio

Enjoy delicious breakfast buffets, Portuguese comfort cuisine with a Mediterranean twist, and mouth-watering desserts for fitting finales.

Makris on the Lake

Chef Petros Dimas creates multi-Med degustation wonders that will amuse, with an emphasis on Greek-Mediterranean flavours, which he pairs beautifully with wines from the region.

Topos 1910

Executive chef Dionysios Pliatsikas has drawn up a menu of Greek Island fare that will take you on a culinary journey to some of the most beautiful Islands in the Aegean.

Estrella Pool Bar

The Estrella Pool Bar offers a luxurious escape. Soak up the beautiful surroundings while you enjoy a cold drink and original snacks all day long.

Àcosta by Olivier Algarve

Àcosta by Olivier Algarve offers traditional Portuguese fresh seafood right on the beach. Enjoy beautiful sunsets and delicious cocktails.

Open: Lunch and Dinner (reservations required)

Raw Bar

Raw Gastro bar is an elegant evening cocktail & champagne bar. Original cocktails paired with eclectic bar snacks, featuring a shared ingredient, complete the richness of the experience.

Beach & Pools

If the three fantastic outside pools are not enough to keep you cool, then why not head down to the beautiful, clean, sandy beach that is only a few steps from the Domes Lake Algarve, Autograph Collection. The beach is simply beautiful - backed by red cliffs that seem to go on forever, the golden sands and the emerald seas are a sight to behold!

Swimming Pools

There are four pools in total, all with fresh water. Three of the pools are outside, surrounded by trees and sunbathing areas with loungers and parasols, and one of these is heated for use in winter whilst another has a sandy floor, overlooking the resort’s salt-water lake. The fourth pool is the indoor heated pool, located by the Spa.

Beach

Vilamoura Beach is just a five-minute walk from the hotel, or you can head to Falesia, which is 300 metres away. Falesia is Portugal’s longest beach with white sands, Golden Flag status and calm water ideal for water sports and swimming.

Adults Only Swimming Pool

Exclusively for adults, this swimming pool offers an oasis of relaxation. Take a dip in the refreshing waters and cool off from the heat of the sun. There is also a food truck nearby for snacks and drinks throughout the day.

Opening Times:

Pool - 08:00 - 21:00
Food Truck - 12:00 - 18:00

For Families

Kiepos Kids Club

Kiepos Kids Club is operated on a complimentary basis, for children between 4 - 12 years old. Whilst for the younger members of the family, a Creche is available, with a charge per session. Baby sitting services are also available upon request on an hourly charge.

The Creche & Kids Clubs are operated under strict OFSTED standards, ‘Worldwide Kids’ brand and Montessori practices. During their experience, children will have the opportunity to take part in creative, ecological, and environmentally sustainable activities.

Spa & Wellness

Soma Spa

As in Greece, Soma Spa & Domes Wellness concept will be the place to visit to relax, and rejuvenate during your holiday. Tailormade wellness programmes can be curated, whilst ELEMIS® products will be used during therapies.

Activities & Entertainment

The Algarve is world-famous for its stunning scenery, warm seas and year-round sunshine, and the Domes Lake Algarve, Autograph Collection is only too happy to show the very best of its region. The hotel has sourced some amazing experiences from snorkelling to sailing to golfing to wine tasting, ensuring that all you have to do is enjoy yourself.

Leisure Facilities

Enjoy a range of activities for all the family, including watersports and horse riding. Guests have access to a multi sports court where they can play Football / Basketball / Volleyball / Tennis. Gym, Table Tennis and Cycling is also available onsite. Golfers can benefit from the close proximity to Vilamoura’s five nearby golf courses too.

About the location

The Algarve is the jewel in Portugal’s sun, sea and sandy crown. The region is known for its soaring cliffs and sea caves, golden beaches and gorgeous gastronomy, natural treasures and hilly hinterland. Vilamoura, where the Domes Lake Algarve, Autograph Collection is situated, is a beachy heaven and a perfect encapsulation of the Algarve’s Atlantic appeals. Head straight for the long and wide expanse of this famous beach - it’s over six km long so there’s plenty of room for everyone - where you can kick back and enjoy soft, honey-coloured sands and gentle waves rolling ashore.

Vilamoura might not be quite as well known as its superstar neighbour Albufeira but that’s just the way we like it. Quieter and far more authentic than some of the other resorts on the region’s extraordinary coastline, Vilamoura is small, quiet and perfect for those who are looking for luxury fun in the sun. It’s not all peace and harmony though - Vilamoura has one of the glitziest marinas in the Algarve, and thus has many upscale bars and restaurants that cater to the well-heeled crowd. Settle in to one of these and enjoy a plate of juicy sardines cooked over an open fire, with glasses of wine pressed from the vineyards nearby.

If you want to stretch your wings a little further, then history lovers might like to note that the Moorish trading outpost of Lagos is just an hour away. Here you can visit a coastline dotted with gaping sea caves, set below crumbling coastal fortresses. The natural marine park Ria Formosa, considered as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Portugal, is only a 30-minute drive from Domes Lake Algarve, Autograph Collection. Combine a trip here with a visit to Faro for an extra special taste of Portugal’s charms.

Transfer time

30 minutes from Faro Airport

Domes Lake Algarve, Autograph Collection, Villamoura, Portugal FAOAKPhoto shoot June 08-13, 2023

Inland Retreat

Max 2 adults + 1 child

Inland Retreat rooms are decorated in a neutral style and feature a double bed and a balcony or terrace.

32m²

Facilities

Tea and coffee facilities

Minibar

Bath

Air conditioning

Separate shower

Room Service

Tropical Retreat

Max 3 adults

Tropical Retreat rooms are decorated in a neutral style and feature a comfortable double bed and a balcony or terrace, with a view over the gardens.

32m²

Facilities

Sapphire Retreat

Max 3 adults

Sapphire Retreat rooms are decorated in a neutral style and feature magnificent lake views.

32m²

Facilities

Emerald Retreat - Haute Living Selection

Max 3 adults

Emerald Retreat rooms are located in a prime position with a balcony and views, to either the lake or sea.

Guests staying in an Emerald Retreat benefit from the Haute Living Selection luxury services, including: daily access to the Haute Living Room where guests can enjoy all day hot and cold snacks, a variety of tea and freshly made coffee, branded wines, beers and soft drinks, branded evening spirits, ultra-comfortable lounge area with tablets and magazines, dedicated concierge staff, computer work stations and complimentary high speed wireless internet. Domes Exclusive check in experience. Upgraded welcome amenities, upgraded bath amenities and pillow menu selection. Daily american buffet breakfast and a daily buffet dinner both served in the main restaurant (drinks not included), one complimentary three course à la carte dinner in Topos Restaurant (drinks not included, min. 5 nights stay).

32m²

Facilities

Tropical Family Retreat - Haute Living Selection

Max 3 adults + 2 children

Tropical Family Retreat rooms have two spacious bedrooms, decorated in a neutral style, with a balcony or terrace looking out to the gardens.

Guests staying in a Tropical Family Retreat benefit from the Haute Living Selection luxury services, including: daily access to the Haute Living Room where guests can enjoy all day hot and cold snacks, a variety of tea and freshly made coffee, branded wines, beers and soft drinks, branded evening spirits, ultra-comfortable lounge area with tablets and magazines, dedicated concierge staff, computer work stations and complimentary high speed wireless internet. Domes Exclusive check in experience. Upgraded welcome amenities, upgraded bath amenities and pillow menu selection. Daily american buffet breakfast and a daily buffet dinner both served in the main restaurant (drinks not included), one complimentary three course à la carte dinner in Topos Restaurant (drinks not included, min. 5 nights stay).

64m²

Facilities

Sapphire Family Retreat - Haute Living Selection

Max 3 adults + 2 children

Sapphire Family Retreats benefit from the additional space of two separate bedrooms, whilst offering mesmerising views onto the lake.

Guests staying in a Sapphire Family Retreat benefit from the Haute Living Selection luxury services, including: daily access to the Haute Living Room where guests can enjoy all day hot and cold snacks, a variety of tea and freshly made coffee, branded wines, beers and soft drinks, branded evening spirits, ultra-comfortable lounge area with tablets and magazines, dedicated concierge staff, computer work stations and complimentary high speed wireless internet. Domes Exclusive check in experience. Upgraded welcome amenities, upgraded bath amenities and pillow menu selection. Daily american buffet breakfast and a daily buffet dinner both served in the main restaurant (drinks not included), one complimentary three course à la carte dinner in Topos Restaurant (drinks not included, min. 5 nights stay).

64m²

Facilities

Absolute Suite - Haute Living Selection

Max 2 adults + 2 children

Absolute Suites provide the ultimate sense of openness. This astonishing two bedroom suite, with two bathrooms, provides impeccable comfort and design, as well as unforgettable views out to the sea, the gardens, the swimming pools or the resort’s private lake, depending on the floor in which the suite is located. The most exclusive suite of the resort, guarantees a palatial ambiance and the utmost comfort.

Guests staying in an Absolute Suite benefit from the Haute Living Selection luxury services, including: daily access to the Haute Living Room where guests can enjoy all day hot and cold snacks, a variety of tea and freshly made coffee, branded wines, beers and soft drinks, branded evening spirits, ultra-comfortable lounge area with tablets and magazines, dedicated concierge staff, computer work stations and complimentary high speed wireless internet. Domes Exclusive check in experience. Upgraded welcome amenities, upgraded bath amenities and pillow menu selection. Daily american buffet breakfast and a daily buffet dinner both served in the main restaurant (drinks not included), one complimentary three course à la carte dinner in Topos Restaurant (drinks not included, min. 5 nights stay).

69m²

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Tropical One Bedroom Residence

2 adults + 2 children

A comfortable one bedroom residence, with garden views, is the ideal choice for those travelling as a family. A spacious setup and soothing decor, creates the perfect ambiance.

61-68m²

Facilities

Sapphire One Bedroom Residence

2 adults + 2 children

Similar to the Tropical One Bedroom Residence, although offering exhilarating views of the popular Villamoura Marina, or the hotel's majestic private Lake.

61-68m²

Facilities

Two Bedroom Residence Inland View

2 adults + 4 children

For those seeking additional space and more privacy, or for larger families, the Two Bedroom Residences provide two separate bedrooms and two bathrooms.

83m²

Facilities

Sapphire Two Bedroom Residence

2 adults + 4 children

More space and better views. The Sapphire Two Bedroom Residences boast enticing views of the hotel's Lake or the Marina of Villamoura.

83m²

Facilities

Sovereign Exclusive Room Discount

Save an additional 5% discount, courtesy of Sovereign for holidays between 01 April 2023 - 02 November 2024

Sovereign Luxury Discount

Save an additional 5% discount, courtesy of Sovereign for holidays between 01 April 2023 - 02 November 2024 when staying in a Domes Emerald Retreat, Tropical Family Retreat, Sapphire Family Retreat or Absolute Suite.

Free upgrade to Half Board

Guests staying in a Haute Living accommodation receive complimentary upgrade to Half Board.

* Consists of daily American Buffet Breakfast and a daily International Buffet Dinner both served in Main Restaurant. Drinks not included.

* Guests booking a Haute Living accommodation additionally receive One complimentary 3 course à la carte dinner in Topos restaurant (some items excluded), for every 5 nights booked (cumulative). Pre-booking is required.

Guests that prefer to dine à la carte for dinner will receive a €20 credit per adult and €10 credit per child towards their meal, to be deducted from their dinner bill (pre-booking required).

Haute Living Selection rooms = Emerald Retreat, Tropical Family Suite, Sapphire Family Suite, Absolute Suite.

Haute Living Selection

Haute Living Selection guests will receive One 3 course A La Carte Dinner every 5 nights at the restaurant of their choice (cumulative) and will have access to Haute Living Room (with all food & beverage consumed in the lounge premises offered complimentary).

Haute Living Room
An elite lounge accessible only to Haute Living Selection guests. A variety of all-day included services, an upgraded status and exclusive premises are only a small sample of this elevated offering – Inclusions:

· daily access from 10:00 - 23:00 hrs
· All day hot and cold snacks, fruits, salads, traditional delicacies
· Tea varieties and freshly made coffee
· Branded wines, beers, soft drinks and juices
· Branded evening spirits
· Ultra-comfortable lounge area with tablets, magazines, and coffee table books
· Dedicated concierge staff
· Computer workstations
· Complimentary high speed, wireless internet

HLS Highlights
· Haute Living Room
· Dedicated HLS manager
· Concierge services
· Domes Exclusive check in experience
· Upgraded welcome amenities
· Upgraded bath amenities
· Pillow menu selection

Combinable with all other offers

Applicable to all Haute Living Selection rooms = Emerald Retreat, Tropical Family Suite, Sapphire Family Suite, Absolute Suite.

Child Stays For Free

Summer 2024 & Winter 2024/2025

The first and second child aged 2-11 years stay free when sharing with 2 adults for holidays between 01 July 2024 - 10 April 2025.

Family Offers

Complimentary Family Package (combinable with all other offers)

for selected room types (Tropical Family Retreat, Sapphire Family Retreat, Absolute Suite)

One complimentary Kids Snack by the pool bar
Daily Ice Cream Happy Hour by the pool bar
Kids Surprise Box upon arrival
Colouring Books and Info for Kids Activities
No Tear Bath Amenities
Mini Bathrobes and Sleepers
a minimum stay of 5 nights is required

Kids Club

Complimentary Kids Club for children aged 4 to 12 years old
Multilingual Kids Club run under acknowledged international standards and protocols.
Applicable to all accommodation types

Sovereign Experiences

Spa Voucher

Sovereign Guests receive 1 Spa voucher of 50 euros per booking per stay to be used for the exceptional Soma Spa treatments.

Cocktail Session

One Complimentary Cocktail Session at the pool or main bar, per room per stay.

Lunch at Apricus Lagoon Bar

Sovereign guests receive one 3 course lunch at Lunch at Apricus Lagoon Bar (drinks not included), per person per stay.

The above Sovereign Experiences are subject to terms and conditions, a minimum of 5 nights stay is required for holidays taken throughout the season, experiences are organised on set days and times which can be cancelled due to weather conditions etc., alternative experiences will be offered in the event of any cancellation (cash value will not be offered to guests in exchange of any experiences and are offered once per person per stay).

Valid for stays throughout the season. Applicable to all accommodation types. Combinable with all other offers.

Honeymoon offer

Complimentary Honeymoon Package (Couples must provide a wedding certificate with their confirmation)

· Decoration of accommodation with flowers and rose petals on the bed on arrival
· One chilled bottle of sparkling wine
· Selection of fresh seasonal fruits
· Traditional Portuguese sweets
· First breakfast served with fresh flowers
· One Spa Treatment per couple

Combinable with all other offers

Applicable to all accommodation types

a min stay of 5 nights is required

Hotel Inclusions

* Kids stay complimentary (Book family holidays in any accommodation type permitting and children stay complimentary. Applicable to all accommodation types
* Mineral water replenished daily (combinable with all offers / applicable to all accommodation types)
* Personalized check-in over a chilled glass of sparkling wine

Welcome Amenity

Welcome Amenity on arrival in room

Basket of seasonal fruit
One bottle of Domes Resorts Premium Wine

Combinable with all other offers

Bed and Breakfast

Guests can enjoy a delicious American buffet breakfast in the Gustatio Restaurant.

Half Board

Guests staying in the Inland Retreat, Tropical Retreat and Sapphire Retreat rooms can upgrade to the Half Board package including a daily American buffet breakfast and an international buffet dinner at Gustatio Restaurant (drinks not included). Dinner can be changed to a 3 course set menu for lunch at the Estrella Pool Bar (drinks not included, prebooking required). Should guests wish to dine à la carte, they will receive a credit towards their meal supplement, to be deducted from their dinner bill (drinks are not included). Acosta By Olivier Algarve is excluded from the Half Board Credit.

Haute Living

The epitome of luxury, the Haute Living Selection (HLS) invites you to enjoy a range of benefits including 24/7 concierge services, daily access to the Haute Living Room, exclusive spaces for HLS guests, private check-in, signature in-villa dining experiences, ultra luxurious accommodations, dedicated butler services, helicopter transfers, pillow menu, upgraded room amenities and service, and more.

Based on 2368 traveller reviews

92% of travellers recommended this hotel

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Satisfied guests at an excellent hotel.

Anne I,

Oct 16 2024

Our room was perfect but we were disappointed with the view as we paid our package holiday company for a lake view. We discussed the situation with the receptionist, Carina, (though not her problem...

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Great Hotel and Service

Hazel G,

Oct 16 2024

Absolute great hotel. We've stayed in all but 1 of the 5 star hotel within the Vilamoura area and 1 in Olhao, whilst they all have their good points this one was fantastic. The service was second...

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An honest point of view

EllenNeal2301, Halesowen, United Kingdom

Oct 13 2024

I really don't want you to think I'm a moaner so will try to stay constructive. Hotel looks stunning on arrival, check in fine....quickly realised we got the room we paid for, which is fine but if...

I really don't want you to think I'm a moaner so will try to stay constructive. Hotel looks stunning on arrival, check in fine....quickly realised we got the room we paid for, which is fine but if you are an influencer upgrades are reserved for you. Everyone else take note! We were celebrating our 15th wedding anniversary and I tried to pay for an upgrade prior to travel but never heard anything. I 1000% recommend upgrading to anything above the tropical room, garden view as you go down one level from reception..the hall leading to your room is as dark and miserable as the room itself. There is a form for you to let them know what needs fixing in the room....I'm sorry for 5 star hotel and how much we paid to stay in the basement pretty sure they should check everything, i shouldn't need to tell them. The little mirror in bathroom was broke, light in wardrobe hardly ever worked and made a noise when it didn't but I didn't want to be inconvenienced by someone needing to go in. Found the room depressing when it was raining too. Now the Good stuff, indoor pool was good as long as you booked your hour slot and not allowed a minute over, food at breakfast was good....shame they couldn't have families one side of room...ended up surrounded by toddlers that just kept screaming. 👎 we ate out every night stayed on BB....I fully recommend this as there are so many amazing restaurants around the marina with great customer service and change of scenery. I note those that pay for more expensive rooms or the residencys or are influencers are treated amazingly. Maybe we should have complained more. Few mornings I had to get my own coffee as they make the staff do it but they are not attentive enough and were pretty mad when I got my own. Again maybe I'm too easy going. I've stayed in some amazing 5 star hotels in Croatia, Singapore and Bali and this was not my idea of 5 stars. Sorry! The staff are lovely, friendly, and cleanliness standards are really good. The cleaning operatives always go above and beyond. Shout out to those hard workers that keep the hotel running smoothly and your room spotless. One niggle, I had accidentally dropped my dressing gown in the bath so was taken with the towels. When I reported it to reception, they made me feel like a thief as they wanted to check with laundry...I just needed a new gown not my old one. The house keeping lady got it for me in seconds bless her so I tipped her there and then. Breakfast does not cater for Pescatarian or vegetarian as the hot food didn't include vegetarian sausages etc.

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Domes Lake Algarve, Autograph Collection

Facilities

Bars & Restaurants

Gustatio

Makris on the Lake

Topos 1910

Estrella Pool Bar

Àcosta by Olivier Algarve

Raw Bar

Beach & Pools

Swimming Pools

Beach

Adults Only Swimming Pool

For Families

Kiepos Kids Club

Spa & Wellness

Soma Spa

Activities & Entertainment

Leisure Facilities

About the location

Transfer time

Inland Retreat

Facilities

Tropical Retreat

Facilities

Sapphire Retreat

Facilities

Emerald Retreat - Haute Living Selection

Facilities

Tropical Family Retreat - Haute Living Selection

Facilities

Sapphire Family Retreat - Haute Living Selection

Facilities

Absolute Suite - Haute Living Selection

Facilities

Tropical One Bedroom Residence

Facilities

Sapphire One Bedroom Residence

Facilities

Two Bedroom Residence Inland View

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Sapphire Two Bedroom Residence

Facilities

Sovereign Exclusive Room Discount

Sovereign Luxury Discount

Free upgrade to Half Board

Haute Living Selection

Child Stays For Free

Family Offers

Sovereign Experiences

Honeymoon offer

Hotel Inclusions

Welcome Amenity

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