Hotel Vila Gale Tavira

The Vila Galé Tavira Hotel is located on the banks of the Ria Formosa, in the centre of Tavira. Its décor recreates an Arabian ambience, well in tune with the past of southern Portugal. The location of the hotel is ideal for visitors wishing to walk only a few minutes to the old centre of the attractive town of Tavira with its many churches and unspoilt charm. Inaugurated in 2002, the hotel offers stylish rooms and a range of services, excellent cuisine, and large public areas, not to mention a large and relaxing poolside area and state-of-the-art health club, Satsanga Spa. This is the perfect place in Tavira if you want peace and quiet, as well as the amenities you would expect from larger resorts.

All rooms feature classic décor and balconies. They are stylishly furnished in keeping with the hotel's public areas and have comfy beds. After you get unpacked, your first port of call should be the hotel's impressive Satsanga Spa, where you can avail of various body treatment and massage services that will get you right into the holiday spirit. Breakfast is plentiful and healthy, and, in the evening, typical Portuguese cuisine is served in Aladino Restaurant. The hotel is kid friendly: a games room and children's playground will keep younger guests occupied, and there is a kids club which organised activities. Meanwhile, laze around the pool area and sip a cocktail served by friendly staff in the pool bar. If you would prefer your favourite tipple indoors, the Ali Ba Bar will have just what you're looking for.

Hotel Vila Galé Tavira is within walking distance from the shopping district and the sidewalk cafés of Tavira. Visit the Parque Natural da Ria Formosa surrounding the hotel - one of the most alluring landscapes in Portugal, excellent for playing golf and birdwatching. You can also cross the border into Spain, which is only 40 km away, or drive to the Barlavento area of the Algarve in about 30 minutes. The local restaurants are known for their excellent food and fresh fish. Within easy reach by courtesy bus are long sandy beaches that will satisfy the whole family. Alternatively, three challenging 18-hole golf courses are only fifteen minutes drive.