Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee of approximately EUR 17 for adults and EUR 9 for children.

Does the property allow pets?

Pets are allowed in smoking rooms only, with a pet fee of EUR 30 per pet, which varies based on length of stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and guests should contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival for arrangements.

Are airport shuttle services available?

A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge. Guests can arrange the transfer by contacting the property in advance.

What accessibility features does the property offer?

The property has limited wheelchair accessibility, including designated areas. Guests are encouraged to contact the property for more specific details.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Lagos, within a 15-minute drive of Praia da Luz and Marina de Lagos. It is approximately 1.3 km from both Praia da Luz and Luz Beach, and about 5.6 km from Batata Beach.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, the property features 3 outdoor pools, including a children's pool. The pools are operational year-round, with seasonal availability.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and there is no charge for kids under a certain age, although specific age limits are not detailed.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

Cribs are available for a fee of EUR 10 per day, and rollaway beds are available for EUR 50 per day. Advance request or confirmation is required for both.

Vila Luz - Luxury Aparthotel in Lagos, Portugal

Average nightly price at Vila Luz by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$119
February	US$122
March	US$145
April	US$180
May	US$230
June	US$277
July	US$319
August	US$369
September	US$264
October	US$189
November	US$128
December	US$113

What guests think

Vila Luz earns strong praise for friendly, helpful staff, spacious sea-view rooms with kitchenettes, and a quiet residential setting within a 10–15 minute walk of Praia da Luz and restaurants, plus a consistently well-liked breakfast.

Many also mention the on-site bar and convenient parking, including underground spaces. Recurring downsides are unheated pools and some rooms or landscaping that feel a bit dated. Overall, expect a calm, comfortable base in Luz suited to low-key beach days and walks.

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Facilities

Multiple outdoor pools and attractive grounds create a relaxed resort feel; guests also mention an on-site bar and convenient parking, including underground spaces. Some note the pools are unheated and that listings or star rating may overstate the feel on-site.

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Julia

2 Jan 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Helt fantastiskt hotell! Som ett litet resort, fast lugnt och lyxigt. Vi bodde 4 nätter i en ”studio panoramic” med utsikt över poolen och havet. Ett toppen-rum! Rymligt och med bra utrustat kök. Hade allt vi önskade. Väldigt rent hotell, med städning varje dag. De diskade allt och skrubbade golv, bytte handdukar. Hotellet ligger nära till centrum med en fin gångväg längs vattnet på 15 min. Luz i sig som samhälle är ju väldigt lugnt och mysigt (med många mångmiljon-villor). Känns väldigt säkert, både samhället och hotellet. Frukostbuffén var överraskande bra med olika bröd (även glutenfritt på begäran), olika pålägg, ägg, bacon, bönor, olika bakverk, yoghurt, olika nötter och flingor, färsk tropisk frukt samt färskpressad apelsinjuice. Kaffemaskin. (Tips är dock att gå dit vid öppning 8.30 då det senare lätt blir lite utplockat). Vi bodde där under lågsäsong i december, vilket var skönt då det var lite folk. Men inte öde. Trevlig och tillmötesgående personal som såg till att göra vistelsen så smidig för oss som möjligt. Gratis parkering antingen utanför eller under huset i deras egna parkeringshus. Vi är så nöjda med hela vistelsen. Men det fanns två minus - sängarna var lite hårda, vilket gjorde att jag sov på soffan eftersom den var mjukare. Men sängarna är ju klart bättre än på många andra portugisiska hotell där dem är betydligt hårdare. Lite tråkigt också att poolen ej var uppvärmd eftersom vi ville bada men det var december. Men vill helt klart bo här igen!

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Deniz

29 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Clean hotel with easy to access location. Pools were clean and convenient to access. Balcony was large and easy to use. I will definitely recommend.

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Alexandra

21 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This place was fantastic. The amenities were amazing, the food and drinks were delicious, and the staff was very attentive and friendly. The town of Luz was so cute and had such a nice vibe. I will definitely come back here for a vacation

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Kimberly

28 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Property was beautiful and room was great. I wish pool had been heated. I tried to get in but it was too cold. No one else was in either. Also I don’t feel the amenities listed on Expedia matched hotel. There was 1 restaurant/bar-no beach bars on site and pool bar was the same indoor restaurant/bar. Expedia description needs updating.

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Olivier

24 Jun 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Hôtel aménagé pour tous les budgets. Beaucoup de piscines, certaines privatives (une par chambre), d'autres collectives. Il y en a pour tous les goûts, le service est à la hauteur, et le petit déj aussi :)

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Anna

2 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The views from this property are fantastic. The pools are lovely. The food was good. What stood out was the staff. They were absolutely delightful. We want to return for a longer stay!

10

Carol

9 Aug 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Beautiful property with big rooms with amazing views. Only request would be to have the upper pool “adult only” for a portion of the stay as there were a lot of children.

10

Martin

22 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very relaxed atmosphere and location. Great size room with direct access to a lovely pool. Underground car park a bonus. Very clean. Good breakfast and bar snacks. Highly recommended

10

annabel

3 Oct 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

We loved our stay here. Fantastic view. Breakfast was excellent. Lots of selection. Cocktails were awesome. So easy to stroll into town but always so happy to get back to our room. Comfy King size bed. I would definitely stay here again. Luz is a great little place.

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Srdjan

16 Sept 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

It is not 4 star property, but that is unfortunately common in Portugal. Claiming status that one is not that is. Not to say that property is bad, it is really good 3 star level accomodation.

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Cleanliness

Guests consistently describe the property, pools, and rooms as very clean, with attentive housekeeping.

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Erika

14 Apr 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

My daughter and I stayed for 6 days during Easter break, our room was upgraded (Abrigado!) to a bigger room with a separate bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, living room (spacious room and lots of storage areas) and balcony. Friendly staff (very helpful and kind), room very clean with comfortable bed, nice breakfast included, the town center and praia de luz beach are walking distance, we really enjoyed our stay.

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Julia

2 Jan 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Helt fantastiskt hotell! Som ett litet resort, fast lugnt och lyxigt. Vi bodde 4 nätter i en ”studio panoramic” med utsikt över poolen och havet. Ett toppen-rum! Rymligt och med bra utrustat kök. Hade allt vi önskade. Väldigt rent hotell, med städning varje dag. De diskade allt och skrubbade golv, bytte handdukar. Hotellet ligger nära till centrum med en fin gångväg längs vattnet på 15 min. Luz i sig som samhälle är ju väldigt lugnt och mysigt (med många mångmiljon-villor). Känns väldigt säkert, både samhället och hotellet. Frukostbuffén var överraskande bra med olika bröd (även glutenfritt på begäran), olika pålägg, ägg, bacon, bönor, olika bakverk, yoghurt, olika nötter och flingor, färsk tropisk frukt samt färskpressad apelsinjuice. Kaffemaskin. (Tips är dock att gå dit vid öppning 8.30 då det senare lätt blir lite utplockat). Vi bodde där under lågsäsong i december, vilket var skönt då det var lite folk. Men inte öde. Trevlig och tillmötesgående personal som såg till att göra vistelsen så smidig för oss som möjligt. Gratis parkering antingen utanför eller under huset i deras egna parkeringshus. Vi är så nöjda med hela vistelsen. Men det fanns två minus - sängarna var lite hårda, vilket gjorde att jag sov på soffan eftersom den var mjukare. Men sängarna är ju klart bättre än på många andra portugisiska hotell där dem är betydligt hårdare. Lite tråkigt också att poolen ej var uppvärmd eftersom vi ville bada men det var december. Men vill helt klart bo här igen!

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Deniz

29 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Clean hotel with easy to access location. Pools were clean and convenient to access. Balcony was large and easy to use. I will definitely recommend.

10

Ethan

8 Jan 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Property was clean and staff were friendly. Room was a bit dated but clean. It’s about a 15 min walk into Luz.

10

Eric

25 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Wonderfully helpful staff. Gave great local recommendations. Location is perfect for beach and dining access. Well kept and clean throughout. Excellent and varied breakfast. The views are stunning and the vibe is welcoming and relaxed.

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GILLES

16 Jul 2022

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Stayed 7 nights

Hôtel calme, propre, notre chambre ( partie arrière était confortable et neuve). Ménage fait tous les 2 jours.

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Fatima

12 Aug 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

On a beaucoup aimé cet hôtel, propre, situé pas loin d une belle plage. Vue magnifique sur la mer. Buffet au petit déjeuner varié, ingrédients frais. Piscines propres. Lits très confortables. Et personnel très chaleureux et serviable. On y retournera.

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Martin

22 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very relaxed atmosphere and location. Great size room with direct access to a lovely pool. Underground car park a bonus. Very clean. Good breakfast and bar snacks. Highly recommended

10

Ray

7 Jul 2025

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Stayed 10 nights

Room was cleaned every day, fresh towels too. Great hotel with lovely staff.

10

Emily

18 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Awesome breakfast, well appointed kitchenette Comfy beds clean clean clean

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Rooms

Rooms are spacious and comfortable, many with sea views, terraces or balconies, and kitchenettes or apartment layouts. A few mention dated decor or fittings.

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Julia

2 Jan 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Helt fantastiskt hotell! Som ett litet resort, fast lugnt och lyxigt. Vi bodde 4 nätter i en ”studio panoramic” med utsikt över poolen och havet. Ett toppen-rum! Rymligt och med bra utrustat kök. Hade allt vi önskade. Väldigt rent hotell, med städning varje dag. De diskade allt och skrubbade golv, bytte handdukar. Hotellet ligger nära till centrum med en fin gångväg längs vattnet på 15 min. Luz i sig som samhälle är ju väldigt lugnt och mysigt (med många mångmiljon-villor). Känns väldigt säkert, både samhället och hotellet. Frukostbuffén var överraskande bra med olika bröd (även glutenfritt på begäran), olika pålägg, ägg, bacon, bönor, olika bakverk, yoghurt, olika nötter och flingor, färsk tropisk frukt samt färskpressad apelsinjuice. Kaffemaskin. (Tips är dock att gå dit vid öppning 8.30 då det senare lätt blir lite utplockat). Vi bodde där under lågsäsong i december, vilket var skönt då det var lite folk. Men inte öde. Trevlig och tillmötesgående personal som såg till att göra vistelsen så smidig för oss som möjligt. Gratis parkering antingen utanför eller under huset i deras egna parkeringshus. Vi är så nöjda med hela vistelsen. Men det fanns två minus - sängarna var lite hårda, vilket gjorde att jag sov på soffan eftersom den var mjukare. Men sängarna är ju klart bättre än på många andra portugisiska hotell där dem är betydligt hårdare. Lite tråkigt också att poolen ej var uppvärmd eftersom vi ville bada men det var december. Men vill helt klart bo här igen!

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Edward

24 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Large, comfortable rooms. Breakfast was very nice.

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Ethan

8 Jan 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Property was clean and staff were friendly. Room was a bit dated but clean. It’s about a 15 min walk into Luz.

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Jason

9 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel was a highlight for our trip through Portugal. The room was very spacious for 3 of us and we had a nice terrace that overlooked a beautiful pool. The breakfast and bar service were wonderful. At breakfast, one of the staff members gave us recommendations for 2 beautiful beaches to visit - Salema and Arifana (need a car to reach both but both are stunning!). This area is quiet and had a calm/relaxing vibe. The restaurants in town are very nice! We definitely plan to return and highly recommend to anyone!

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Wayne

21 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very spacious room

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Lawrence

22 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

My review is from. North American perspective. The staff are amazing and super helpful. The location outside of Lagos in Luz was thought to be a negative at first but was a bonus. The only downside is the value of this property based on the condition of the hotel. Although clean, the hotel rooms are tired. Staff is definitely 9.3 but the hotel condition is 7.2 and the total value is more like 7.

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Puja

1 Oct 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

My friend and I stayed at this property, and despite check in taking some time (we were early), we really loved our room. We appreciated the space of the rooms, the nice shower (only wish it was a bit hotter), smart tvs. Having a kitchen was a nice touch although we did not use it much. The breakfast was simple but perfect due t the daily slight changes they made. There is a hotel cat that roams around, esp first thing in the morning but they say she is friendly otherwise. The only thing we felt was lacking was 24 hour front desk. We left pretty early on our departure date without true instructions on what to do about the key or check out. We did arrange transport from the hotel to the airport, so it would have been nice just having a friendly front desk to make sure it was correct for us as well. Overall great place, and we enjoyed the Algarve Region.

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Carol

9 Aug 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Beautiful property with big rooms with amazing views. Only request would be to have the upper pool “adult only” for a portion of the stay as there were a lot of children.

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Emily

18 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Awesome breakfast, well appointed kitchenette Comfy beds clean clean clean

10

Rainer

23 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice hotel, a beautiful room with seaview, excellent breakfast and an area worth a visit of at least 2-3 days.

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Service

Staff are widely praised as friendly, attentive, and helpful with local recommendations. A small number mention slower check-in or limited front desk hours.

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Alexandra

21 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This place was fantastic. The amenities were amazing, the food and drinks were delicious, and the staff was very attentive and friendly. The town of Luz was so cute and had such a nice vibe. I will definitely come back here for a vacation

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Melanie

15 Jun 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very beautiful property and location. All of the staff were very nice. Illario was extremely helpful in giving us suggestions of places to visit. It was a nice walk to the center of Luz and the beachfront. We would stay here again.

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DONGHYUN

11 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Off season 이라 동네가 아주 조용하고 한적했습니다. 주위에 아무것도 없었지만 직원분 정말 세계 최고로 친절했고, 근처 식당 및 볼거리 하나하나 다 설명해줬어요. 방 아주 넓었고, 전망 좋았어요.

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Puja

1 Oct 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

My friend and I stayed at this property, and despite check in taking some time (we were early), we really loved our room. We appreciated the space of the rooms, the nice shower (only wish it was a bit hotter), smart tvs. Having a kitchen was a nice touch although we did not use it much. The breakfast was simple but perfect due t the daily slight changes they made. There is a hotel cat that roams around, esp first thing in the morning but they say she is friendly otherwise. The only thing we felt was lacking was 24 hour front desk. We left pretty early on our departure date without true instructions on what to do about the key or check out. We did arrange transport from the hotel to the airport, so it would have been nice just having a friendly front desk to make sure it was correct for us as well. Overall great place, and we enjoyed the Algarve Region.

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Eric

25 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Wonderfully helpful staff. Gave great local recommendations. Location is perfect for beach and dining access. Well kept and clean throughout. Excellent and varied breakfast. The views are stunning and the vibe is welcoming and relaxed.

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Nelis Veronica

16 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was ok, the staff was nice.

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Carol

4 May 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Loved this hotel. The staff was amazing!

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Charles

6 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hilario and the team at Vila Luz are top notch - ideal location for meander into the resort

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Lee

9 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Loved Vila Luz in every way!!! The pool was amazing - the staff we friendly and so helpful!

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Behrooz

19 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location and super friendly staff.

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Location

Quiet residential setting within about a 10–15 minute walk to Praia da Luz, the beach, and restaurants; a handy base for Lagos by car. One reviewer felt it was too far from the action.

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Gregory

19 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent breakfast, great pool, good location. Short walk to village with beach and restaurants

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Sally

6 Mar 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

Lovely spot on the Algarve. Beautiful view from 2nd floor balcony. Comfortable beds, good breakfast, friendly staff. Nice and quiet. Short walk into town.

8

Graham

29 May 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Very comfortable and relaxed. Excellent breakfast buffet. Large well appointed room. Quiet location 15 minute walk to town

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Tamara

20 Aug 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Convenient, nice breakfast, easy walk to town, quiet

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Michael

12 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, only 15 minute walk to beach while passing nice dining options. Quiet and relaxing. Staff very friendly.

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George

24 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Vila Luz is a very pleasant hotel resort in an upscale beautiful residential neighborhood not far from restaurants and the Praia Luz beach.

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Kenneth Brian

18 Jun 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

Too far away from everything and everybody we saw there was 70 years old. We left within 30 minutes and found another hotel in Lagos.

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Scott

15 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great property within a 15 minute drive to Lagos. Quiet and very comfortable, best of both worlds

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Lon

11 Oct 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great place for an extended vacation in the Lagos Area. The hotel was 15 min walk from Pais da Luz right along the ocean . The hotel was quiet. The pool area is inviting. The staff was unassuming but professional and accommodating. I would recommend it highly .

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Hadrien

28 Jun 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Très bel appart hôtel à proximité de Luz. L'appartement est vaste, bien équipé et lumineux, avec un parking disponible immédiatement devant. Le centre ville est accessible à pied (1km de marche). Le petit-déjeuner est donné sous forme de buffet à la réception, complet et de bonne qualité. Une très bonne adresse pour séjourner à Luz.

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Dining

Breakfast is repeatedly praised for quality and variety, with fresh items and even fresh orange juice; bar service and snacks earn compliments too. Minor downsides include a later breakfast start time and requests for more fruit variety.

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Abdi

28 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

It is a great hotel and nice location. Our contact was with Juan as he checked us in and occasionally communicated during the stay. Not much of other interactions. Rooms were large and clean. A very safe and relaxing place and managed to go see many places from there as we had a car. The only downside was the breakfast start time was at 8:30 and we also felt that they could be more generous with variety of the fruits. The fresh squeezed orange juice was a hit. Overall a great stay

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Jason

9 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel was a highlight for our trip through Portugal. The room was very spacious for 3 of us and we had a nice terrace that overlooked a beautiful pool. The breakfast and bar service were wonderful. At breakfast, one of the staff members gave us recommendations for 2 beautiful beaches to visit - Salema and Arifana (need a car to reach both but both are stunning!). This area is quiet and had a calm/relaxing vibe. The restaurants in town are very nice! We definitely plan to return and highly recommend to anyone!

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Eric

25 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Wonderfully helpful staff. Gave great local recommendations. Location is perfect for beach and dining access. Well kept and clean throughout. Excellent and varied breakfast. The views are stunning and the vibe is welcoming and relaxed.

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Fatima

12 Aug 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

On a beaucoup aimé cet hôtel, propre, situé pas loin d une belle plage. Vue magnifique sur la mer. Buffet au petit déjeuner varié, ingrédients frais. Piscines propres. Lits très confortables. Et personnel très chaleureux et serviable. On y retournera.

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Andreas Maria

26 Jun 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

Nice appartments, friendly staff and good breakfast. It is a 10 min walk to the centre with some wonderful restaurants.

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Martin

22 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very relaxed atmosphere and location. Great size room with direct access to a lovely pool. Underground car park a bonus. Very clean. Good breakfast and bar snacks. Highly recommended

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annabel

3 Oct 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

We loved our stay here. Fantastic view. Breakfast was excellent. Lots of selection. Cocktails were awesome. So easy to stroll into town but always so happy to get back to our room. Comfy King size bed. I would definitely stay here again. Luz is a great little place.

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Kimberly

15 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We loved this hotel. I was sad we only had one night. The included breakfast was one of our favorite meals from our entire week-long trip. It isn't a luxury place, but it was perfect for our needs!

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Emily

18 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Awesome breakfast, well appointed kitchenette Comfy beds clean clean clean

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Hadrien

28 Jun 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Très bel appart hôtel à proximité de Luz. L'appartement est vaste, bien équipé et lumineux, avec un parking disponible immédiatement devant. Le centre ville est accessible à pied (1km de marche). Le petit-déjeuner est donné sous forme de buffet à la réception, complet et de bonne qualité. Une très bonne adresse pour séjourner à Luz.

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