A poolside bar, a rooftop terrace and mini golf are just a few of the amenities provided at Vasco da Gama Hotel. With a beachfront location, beachfront dining and sunloungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and international cuisine. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Located in Vila Real Santo Antonio, Vasco da Gama Hotel is on the beach. Tavira Living Science Center and Palacio da Galeria Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Centro Comercial La Plaza and Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall. Centro Cultural António Aleixo and Parque Zoo Municipal Prudencio Navarro are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. Visit our Monte Gordo travel guide
Av. Infante D. Henrique no. 1, Monte Gordo, Vila Real Santo Antonio, 8900-412
What's nearby
Monte Gordo Beach
5 min walk - 0.5 km
Faro Marina
53 min drive - 71.1 km
Casino Monte Gordo
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Cabeco Beach
7 min drive - 4.4 km
Old Town
25 min drive - 23.9 km
Getting around
Vila Real Santo Antonio Monte Gordo Station
5 min drive
Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
55 min drive
Restaurants
@Willem
3 min walk
Cuíca
5 min walk
Bay Beach Bar
6 min walk
Bar Agostinho
8 min walk
O Cruzeiro
4 min walk
About this property
Vasco da Gama Hotel
Hotel by the sea
A poolside bar, a rooftop terrace and mini golf are just a few of the amenities provided at Vasco da Gama Hotel. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beachfront dining and sunloungers. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and international cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a playground.
Other perks at this hotel include:
An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking
Bike hire, 2 outdoor tennis courts and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
An electric car charging station, smoke-free property and beach umbrellas
Room features
All 186 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with bidets and shower/bath combinations
LCD TVs with satellite channels
Daily housekeeping, desks and phones
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Vasco da Gama Hotel?
As of 23 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vasco da Gama Hotel on 6 Nov 2026 start from ฿2,744, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Vasco da Gama Hotel pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Vasco da Gama Hotel?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Vasco da Gama Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Vasco da Gama Hotel?
Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Does Vasco da Gama Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 75 per vehicle applies.
Where is Vasco da Gama Hotel located?
Nestled on the beach, this Vila Real Santo Antonio hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Monte Gordo Beach, Golfo de Cádiz and Casino Monte Gordo. Cabeco Beach and Santo Antonio Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km). Vila Real Santo Antonio Monte Gordo Station is 21 minutes by foot.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Vasco da Gama Hotel Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.6
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
8.4
Staff & service
7.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 192 reviews
10 - Excellent
64
Rating 8 - Good. 97 out of 192 reviews
8 - Good
97
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 192 reviews
6 - Okay
20
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 192 reviews
4 - Poor
9
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 192 reviews
2 - Terrible
2
Reviews
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Lisa
1 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were very helpful, the breakfast choice was excellent
Large clean room, comfortable bed, good cotton sheets. Excellent breakfast although the dining room was a bit noisy. Loved the situation right on the beach. Helpful and friendly staff. Easy parking
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Jeffrey
16 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Would stay again
Location, location, location! Just a slightly dated hotel, all else perfect.
Location was great. A few steps to the beach. Enjoyed the restaurants on the beach and the sunset. Only stayed one night. The hotel breakfast was fantastic.
The staff at the hotel and restaurant were superb.... Loved it!!!
This hotel is situated in one of the most beautiful beaches in Algarve. It is really on the beach, so it is a great place for people with disabilities or young children. Yes, it is dated, but the staff and constant remodeling make it very comfortable. It is a favorite among older crowds, and many people return to it year after year. We have stayed here for many years and will continue to do so.
In itself, the property is beautiful. Very clean and the bed was super comfortable. The pool area is well kept and it a lovely large pool. Unfortunately, my whole experience of the place was marred by a very rude receptionist who decided to accuse me of stealing part of the deposit I had left for my pool towel. She insisted that she had placed two 10 euro notes onto the counter when she had only placed one. It was especially upsetting as it was my birthday and my first conversation of the day. I would not go back due to this member of staff.
The only hotel on the beach but very vintage since it was built around the 1960’s
Bedrooms are small we were at the 4th floor with ocean view. It just needs an uplift and plumbing is smell sewage at times but overall a very nice location and good food and very friendly.
Great hotel and stay. Our hotel of choice in the future when we stay in Monte Gordo every year!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Patty
12 Apr 2025
Just perfect and amazing breakfast buffet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
David
15 Jun 2023
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel is in a great location right on the beach and in walking distance of bars and restaurants. The grounds are attractive and well kept with pools, play area, tennis courts etc.
However the building is very dated and badly needs renovation.
This an older property but has charm! Easily assessable for wheelchairs! Beech counted to property by a boardwalk.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review
8/10 Good
Andrew
24 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good value
Clean room. Pleasant efficient restaurant,bar, housekeeping staff. Reception needs updating and reception staff are not particularly welcoming and appear disinterested until itcomes to paying.
Hotel da década de 70, toda mobília já desgastada por 50 anos de uso
Nada funcionava no quarto: Wi-Fi, frigobar e tv … Ainda bem que foi apenas 1 noite para dormir em trânsito
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
MARIA LUCIA DI IORIO
2 Jul 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel bem localizado com acesso direto para a praia.
Ett fint hoteĺl nära sandstranden. Poolområde med trädgård och poolbar. Även minigolf och tennisbana finns. Väldigt bra frukost. Personalen är mycket hjälpsamma.
Nadat ik om een rustige kamer had gevraagd, kreeg ik kamer 218.
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Uitgeweken naar appartement (200 euro) extra,
maar daar rustig.
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