15 Best All-Inclusive Resorts in Portugal
Fabulous all-inclusive resorts are scattered all around Portugal, especially along its picturesque coastline and on its balmy islands, fronting dreamy beaches. Portuguese resort properties blend into spectacular landscapes with exquisitely manicured grounds. At seaside resorts, guest rooms often feature stunning ocean views.
Most all-inclusive properties on this list are four-star or five-star hotels with superb amenities, such as gourmet restaurants, outdoor swimming pools, upscale spas, and concierge service. Some resorts are known for their golf courses. Other properties nestle along gorgeous beaches where guests may spend the majority of their holiday.
Portugal has several different regions that are popular for all-inclusive vacations. The Algarve coastline, Portugal's southernmost region, is home to beautiful sandy shores dotted with a wide array of all-inclusive seaside resorts.
The Madeira Islands, a Portuguese archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean, delights visitors with its pristine beaches, exotic gardens, and lush subtropical environment. The archipelago's two inhabited islands, mountainous Madeira and charming Porto Santo, merit the journey (a 90-minute flight from Lisbon); both islands have a great selection of all-inclusive resort properties.
For those who'd rather not travel far, wonderful all-inclusive resort hotels are found close to Lisbon. These elaborately landscaped properties give visitors the feeling of getting away from it all, even though the location is not remote.
Find the best place to stay with our list of the top all-inclusive resorts in Portugal.
1. The Cliff Bay, Madeira
Accommodation: The Cliff Bay
Perched on a rocky promontory overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, The Cliff Bay is a dazzling five-star seaside hotel on the Island of Madeira, just six kilometers away (about a 10-minute drive) from the capital city of Funchal.
The resort property, landscaped with palm trees and luxuriant flowering gardens, shows off its magnificent setting in the Algarve region. From the hotel's vantage point, vistas extend across the Bay of Funchal.
The resort's five-star amenities include a full-service spa with a Jacuzzi, fitness center, tennis court, Turkish bath, and sauna, plus a menu of aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and beauty treatments. Other amenities include an outdoor saltwater swimming pool, a children's pool, an indoor/outdoor pool, and access to the sea.
Although there is not much of a beach, terraces with lounge chairs and umbrellas take advantage of the property's seaside location.
Gourmands love the hotel's six gourmet restaurants, including a two Michelin-starred gastronomic restaurant, Il Gallo d'Oro; a waterfront restaurant, The Blue Lagoon, which specializes in fresh fish and international cuisine; Avista, a Mediterranean restaurant with marvelous bay views; The Rose Garden restaurant that features menus of international cuisine; a bistro with live music; and a casual poolside restaurant that serves sandwiches, snacks, and refreshments.
This award-winning resort offers an all-inclusive option called the Prestige Package, with accommodations, airport transfers, vouchers for spa treatments, and some meals on a weekly basis.
For those staying at least seven nights, the Prestige Package includes one dinner (four-course menu) at Il Gallo d'Oro, one dinner (set menu) at The Rose Garden restaurant, and one lunch (three-course menu) at Avista restaurant per week.
Other highlights of this hotel are the traditional afternoon tea with finger sandwiches and mini cakes, and room service available at any hour.
2. Club Med Da Balaia Resort
Accommodations: Club Med Da Balaia Resort
The Club Med Da Balaia Resort makes the most of its awe-inspiring natural setting in the Faro district of the Algarve. The resort property, built on striking red ochre cliffs along the coastline, affords panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean landscape with its distinctive pine trees, olive groves, and leafy palms.
Steps away from the resort is the Maria Luísa Beach, a sublime stretch of golden-sand shoreline which draws many visitors to the resort for seaside holidays. The resort is also located near the Parque Natural da Ria Formosa (Ria Formosa Natural Park), an 18,000-hectare nature reserve that encompasses marshland, lagoons, and barrier islands.
The resort benefits from being located near Faro, the Algarve region's main city, which is about a 40-minute drive away. The medieval walls of Faro's Old Town conceal a maze of quaint cobblestone streets and squares, where outdoor cafés, traditional Portuguese restaurants, artisanal workshops, an interesting cathedral, and other cultural attractions in Faro await discovery.
Amenities at this three-star Club Med resort include an outdoor swimming pool and sundeck, two gourmet restaurants, a poolside snack bar, children's activities, yoga classes, and organized activities in the Algarve region, such as yacht cruises and nature hikes.
The hotel also offers guided walking tours of Faro, as well as excursions to discover other historic towns in the Algarve.
3. Pestana Porto Santo All Inclusive
Accommodation: Pestana Porto Santo All Inclusive
This five-star resort boasts a prime location on the Island of Porto Santo, steps away from Porto Santo Beach, which is considered one of the best beaches in Portugal. With a nine-kilometer stretch of golden-sand shoreline and balmy turquoise waters, the Porto Santo area ranks among the hottest European resort destinations.
Amenities at the Pestana Porto Santo All Inclusive beach resort include beautiful gardens; two outdoor swimming pools and a sundeck area with lounge chairs and umbrellas; three restaurants; a full-service spa with a hammam, sauna, Turkish bath, and fitness center; a games room; tennis courts; a volleyball court, and other sports facilities; and beachside service: sun beds and parasols.
The hotel's all-inclusive program covers accommodations and meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner, plus snacks and drinks. Dining options include the resort's buffet restaurant, Italian restaurant, or Asian restaurant.
The Pestana Porto Santo All Inclusive hotel was classified as a World's Leading Luxury Beach & Lifestyle Resort in 2021.
4. Anantara Vilamoura Algarve Resort
Accommodation: Anantara Vilamoura Algarve Resort
A five-star resort in the Algarve, this Anantara property in Vilamoura nestles in verdant rolling hills near lovely beaches, vine-cloaked fields, and Roman ruins. The hotel looks out onto the 90-hectare Dom Pedro Victoria Golf Course (designed by Arnold Palmer), which is just a five-minute drive away.
The resort offers superb amenities: outdoor swimming pools, an upscale spa, gourmet restaurants, and room service. Guests can also fill their vacation free time with activities such as Portuguese cooking classes at the hotel (with shopping excursions at the local food market), sailing cruises, dolphin-watching boat trips, and horseback riding.
The hotel's all-inclusive accommodation option provides a half-board program with a buffet breakfast and another meal. Guests may choose from several on-site restaurants. In addition, two poolside snack bars cater to sunbathers.
5. Penha Longa Resort
Accommodation: Penha Longa Resort
The Penha Longa Resort appeals to travelers seeking a luxurious escape to nature not far from the city. The resort is located within the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, just a 30-minute drive outside of Lisbon, and about a 20-minute drive from the fashionable beach town of Cascais.
One of Europe's top hotels, the Penha Longa Resort blends the charm of traditional Portuguese architecture with elegant modern decor. Guest rooms and suites are outfitted with contemporary-style furnishings and floor-to-ceiling windows that afford panoramic views of the countryside. Some suites feature views of the forested Sintra Mountains or a 14th-century monastery.
Amenities at this five-star resort include an outdoor swimming pool; two golf courses: 18-hole Atlantic Championship Course and the 9-hole Monastery Course; and a full-service spa with a sauna, Jacuzzi, indoor pool, and Turkish bath. Guests can also take advantage of a fitness center, as well as yoga and pilates classes.
Foodies will appreciate having the choice of several gourmet restaurants, two of which have Michelin stars. Plus, an on-site boutique sells artisanal chocolates made my the resort's resident Executive Pastry Chef.
The resort offers an all-inclusive option, the Half Board Package, which includes accommodations plus a daily buffet breakfast and dinner with hors d'oeuvre, a main course, and dessert. Guests with the Half Board Package may choose from five different restaurants for dinner (the hotel's two Michelin-starred restaurants are excluded).
6. Hotel Vila Baleira Porto Santo
Accommodation: Hotel Vila Baleira Porto Santo
Presiding over a stretch of golden-sand shoreline on the Island of Porto Santo, the Hotel Vila Baleira Porto Santo is blessed with an idyllic seaside setting.
The four-star beachfront resort has an outdoor recreation and leisure area, which includes a swimming pool and sundeck, as well as loungers and parasols on the beach, available for guests to use while sunbathing.
Other amenities include a restaurant, a thalassotherapy spa, and on-site boutiques. There are also plenty of activities for kids, including ping pong, pool games, pinatas, and face painting.
Guests may book all-inclusive accommodations that include meals at the hotel's restaurant, which serves Portuguese and international cuisine.
7. Cascade Wellness Resort
Accommodation: Cascade Wellness Resort
A clifftop overlooking the Atlantic provides a stunning backdrop for this sumptuous five-star resort hotel in the Algarve region. The Cascade Wellness Resort in Lagos delights guests with its sweeping ocean views, superb facilities, and proximity to one of the best beaches in Europe, the Dona Ana Beach.
The hotel is located on the Ponta da Piedade headland, one of the top attractions of Lagos, a vibrant historic city in the western Algarve.
Pampering awaits at the hotel's stylish modern spa, which features an ice fountain, sauna, Jacuzzi, and Turkish bath. Guests can also indulge in relaxation at the outdoor swimming pool and sundeck, surrounded by a lovely palm-filled garden.
Both half-board and full-board accommodations are available. Meals are served at the resort's restaurants, including a fine-dining restaurant that serves cuisine of the Algarve region, a Portuguese eatery, and a casual restaurant that serves international cuisine (from European specialties to Asian dishes and South American meals).
Holidaymakers should choose the all-inclusive option that suits their preferences. For those staying at the resort most of the time, the full-board option is best. Travelers who plan to explore the town and nearby sights may want to choose the half-board option.
8. Enotel Lido Madeira
Accommodation: Enotel Lido Madeira
Offering the best of both worlds, the Enotel Lido is found on the picturesque southern coast of Madeira Island yet is close to the lively city of Funchal, with its wide array of historic monuments and cultural attractions.
This seafront resort hotel is located next to the Lido Promenade, where pedestrians can take a stroll to admire the gardens and maritime scenery.
Five-star amenities at the Enotel Lido include an outdoor swimming pool, beautiful landscaping, a fitness center, hair salon, a full-service spa with an indoor pool, and evening entertainment.
The hotel's all-inclusive program covers all meals (breakfast/brunch, lunch, and dinner) and beverages. Guests with all-inclusive accommodations may choose from four hotel restaurants for their dinners.
9. EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Accommodation: EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Set along the golden-sand shoreline of Falésia Beach, the EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel in Albufeira delivers seaside relaxation and luxurious pampering.
Guests have access to a dazzling array of amenities, including five outdoor swimming pools, spacious sundecks, a poolside snack bar, recreational sports facilities, a full-service spa, fitness center, and three gourmet restaurants.
Holidaymakers may book all-inclusive accommodations at EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel, which provides half-board meals (breakfast and dinner).
10. Pestana Ocean Bay All Inclusive
Accommodation: Pestana Ocean Bay All Inclusive
The Pestana Ocean Bay All Inclusive hotel combines a convenient city location in Funchal with a wonderful beachfront setting and views of the hilly Câmara de Lobos landscape.
The resort is steps away from Formosa Beach, and the hotel provides free shuttles to the center of Funchal.
Amenities at this four-star resort include a children's playground, outdoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi, poolside snack bar, spa with a sauna and Turkish bath, and diving platforms that allow access to the sea.
Guest rooms feature private balconies with ocean vistas.
The hotel's meal program (with all-inclusive accommodations) includes breakfast, lunch, snacks, dinner, and beverages.
11. Albufeira Sol Hotel & Spa
Accommodation: Albufeira Sol Hotel & Spa
Families with kids will appreciate the Albufeira Sol Hotel & Spa because of its variety of accommodations. Guests may choose from studios, suites (that sleep three adults and one child), and executive suites with access to a private area near the hotel's outdoor swimming pool. All accommodations feature balconies and kitchenettes.
Travelers love the location of this resort hotel, near the old town of Albufeira, as well as within easy reach of many beautiful beaches. The hotel is also close to the Albufeira marina and several golf courses.
This four-star resort hotel in the Algarve region of Portugal has two outdoor swimming pools with a sundeck area and poolside snack bar. Other amenities include a full-service spa with a sauna, Jacuzzi, and Turkish baths; a fitness center; an indoor pool; and an outdoor splash pool for children.
The hotel is located about a 15-minute drive to the beach.
Accommodations are all-inclusive, and the rates cover all meals and refreshments at the hotel's buffet restaurant and snack bar.
12. Calheta Beach Hotel
Accommodation: Calheta Beach Hotel
Nestled along a golden-sand shoreline, the Calheta Beach Hotel is a dreamy seaside spot with sweeping ocean views. Steep hillsides shelter the beach, giving the environment a remote feeling and adding to the sense of tranquility.
Amenities at this family-friendly four-star resort include three restaurants, an outdoor swimming pool with a poolside snack bar, and an upscale spa with a sauna.
All-inclusive accommodations at the Calheta Beach Hotel cover all meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner plus drinks.
13. NAU Salgados Palm Village Apartments
Accommodation: NAU Salgados Palm Village Apartments
In the Algarve region and about 10 kilometers from Albufeira, the Salgados Palm Village Apartments is a four-star property owned by NAU Hotels & Resorts. The resort draws many visitors because of its proximity to a fabulous beach, Praia da Galé, which is about a five-minute drive away.
Galé Beach dazzles beach lovers with its secluded setting, expansive golden-sand shoreline, and sparkling turquoise waters. The beach has great amenities, including three restaurants and lounge chair and umbrella rentals.
The all-inclusive accommodations at Salgados Palm Village Apartments cover all meals and refreshments: breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner, and late-night supper. The hotel's three restaurants and two snack bars provide the included meals and drinks.
Guests also enjoy on-site activities such as tennis, cycling, and golf, as well as live entertainment in the evenings. To keep the younger guests (aged 12 and under) happy, the hotel's Kids Club offers puppet shows, treasure hunts, children's movies, games, recreational sports, and art projects.
14. Pestana Colombos Premium Club Beach Resort
Accommodation: Pestana Colombos Premium Club Beach Resort
The Pestana Colombos Premium Club Beach Resort on Porto Santo Island fronts one of the best beaches in Portugal (and the best beach on the Madeira Islands): Porto Santo Beach. Prized for its sublime golden-sand shoreline and crystal-clear turquoise waters, Porto Santo Beach extends for nine kilometers and has been awarded a Blue Flag label for water safety/cleanliness.
With its exceptional amenities and top-notch service, this five-star property is the perfect all-inclusive beach resort to get away from it all. Guests love the two large outdoor swimming pools and pedestrian beach access.
Other highlights include the indoor swimming pool; fitness center; yoga and Zumba classes; and full-service spa with a sauna, Jacuzzi, hammam, and Turkish bath.
All-inclusive accommodations at the Pestana Colombos Premium Club Beach Resort include full-board meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) plus snacks and beverages. Meals are served at the hotel's buffet restaurant. The hotel also has two à la carte restaurants.
15. As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa
Accommodation: As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa
The five-star As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa provides a haven of peace and luxury in the Algarve region.
The property boasts a golf course, six restaurants, and a full-service spa. Other amenities include a free shuttle service to the beach, bike rentals, a garden, outdoor swimming pool, beauty salon, fitness center, and live entertainment.
For all-inclusive accommodations, guests may choose half-board or full-board meal plans.
