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    Vila Joya - Home, Restaurant & Spa

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    Estrada da Gale | Praia da Gale, Gale, Albufeira 8200-416, Portugal
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    FEELS LIKE HOME, TASTES LIKE PARADISE! Vila Joya is located above the Atlantic and is surrounded by an evergreen garden with direct access to the sea. With its 13 rooms and 9 suites, a two Michelin star gourmet restaurant and 350m2 spa and fitness area, this Moorish style building - formerly the private summer residence of the German Jung family - is now one of the most beautiful privately-run boutique resorts in Europe. Open from Februray 25th to November 16th, 2019
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    Free parking
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    Pool
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    Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
    Bar/Lounge
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    Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
    Breakfast included
    Adult pool
    Airport transportation
    Babysitting
    Banquet Room
    Breakfast Available
    Concierge
    Dry Cleaning
    Heated pool
    Hot Tub
    Laundry Service
    Multilingual Staff
    Outdoor pool
    Public Wifi
    Wheelchair Access
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    Refrigerator in room
    Accessible rooms
    Non-smoking rooms
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    70Somewhat walkable
    Grade: 70 out of 100
    19Restaurantswithin 1 km
    2Attractionswithin 1 km
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    Estrada da Gale Praia da Gale, Gale, Albufeira 8200-416 Portugal
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    Getting there
    Portimao Airport20 km
    Faro Airport31 km
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    Restaurant Vila Joya
    1 minMediterranean
    Mr Singh
    11 minIndian
    Planet Fusion Bar
    7 minBar
    Bellavita
    9 minItalian
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    Praia Gale
    4 minBeaches
    Praia De Gale
    4 minBeaches
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    the very best in the Algarve and most probably in Portugal
    the hotel is unique but check the prices - terrible expensive but if you can afford it, it is surely worth while. i have seen the suites - great luxury. garden, pool, beach bar are very special. only went there several time for the most fantastic kitchen you can dream off. the…
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    Date of stay: November 2018
    A Dream
    From the moment you walk in until the moment you leave it’s a dream. The food is amazing. The wine is carefully and specially selected for every dish. You feel the dedication the hard work that surrounds Vila Joya. A beautiful setting that makes you not want the days to end .…
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    Date of stay: November 2018
    A Special Place
    A singular travel experience both in lodging and food. Professional but friendly staff add to the experience. The grounds are beautiful, the rooms have great views, and the degustation menu is worth the splurge. What a wonderful place to rest and re-charge in the midst of a busy…
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    Date of stay: September 2018
    Pros & Cons
    It would be exuberant to say that we were totally overwhelmed by this place. We were. The Restaurant needs no comment as there are amazing reviews for the Michelin rated experience we experienced right down to the choice of crockery. Tasteful and mind blowing. Take in the view…
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    Date of stay: August 2018
    Spectacular Boutique Hotel
    Best in class boutique hotel. You need to make time in your trip agenda to have dinner at the 3 stars Michelin restaurant. One of the best in the world due to their food and wine quality. Fantastic service. The atmosfera and scenery of the ocean from the varanda dinner tables is…
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    Date of stay: July 2018
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    I love to swim in the ocean.. planning on visiting early July is the ocean swimmable?
    Swimmable yes, but it might be a bit cold.
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    We are interested in staying two nights in September. We are looking forward to dining in the Michelin star restaurant one of the nights, but I don't think I could eat a 6 course meal both nights. What are my alternatives for a light meal the other night?
    Dear Sir or Madam, Thank you for your question. We are able to offer a lighter room service menu served on your terrace or balcony or alternatively there are many wonderful restaurants close by which we will be happy to arrange a reservation for. There is the possibility we will also have another option on our property but that is yet to be confirmed. We very much hope to hear from you soon and should you require any further help or information please contact us at info @ vilajoya . com. Sunny regards The Vila Joya Team
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    We are looking for an adult only experience. Is this for us in August 2017.
    Dear Bertie Thank you for your interest in coming to visit Vila Joya. Regarding your query, we are a small boutique hotel that whilst happily accepts children, has limited child facilities. As a consequence, we do not tend to attract many families. That being said, during the summer holidays there is very often one or two families staying with us, however, in our experience they have always been extremely well behaved. We hope this answers your question and hope that perhaps you, one day, join us here at Vila Joya. Kindest regards The Vila Joya Team
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    Do you take dogs please
    Is the hotel near a town or city and how many miles.
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    Hello, Do you allow small pets?
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    "Room 101 is our choice for next year too."
    "Suite 2001"
    "Suite Sete is fabulous!"
    "The lower level terrace rooms are lovely and you can walk straight out onto the lawn."
    "The suites are definitely worth the price"
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    PRICE RANGE
    €288 - €1,686 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    LOCATION
    PortugalAlgarveFaro DistrictAlbufeiraGale
    NUMBER OF ROOMS
    21
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