The hotel at Pestana Vila Sol Golf & Resort has 189 rooms and suites and sits roughly 50 metres from the course, so getting from breakfast to the first tee is as easy as it should be on a golf trip. The building is arranged around a central hub of public areas, which gives it a sociable feel for groups, especially if you're travelling as a society or with a few couples.
Rooms are modern and spacious, with views over the lakes, gardens or the golf course. Expect the usual five-star comforts such as air conditioning, satellite TV and en-suite bathrooms, plus enough space to keep clubs and kit out of the way. If you're booking for a group, it's worth asking about room locations so you can stay close to the main facilities or near each other.
When you're not playing, there's plenty on-site. The resort has three outdoor swimming pools, a jacuzzi and a wellness area with sauna and steam room, handy after 18 or 27 holes. There are also three tennis courts and a kids' club, which makes Vila Sol a solid option for family trips or mixed groups where not everyone is playing every day.
The Vila Sol SPA is the go-to for recovery, with a range of treatments available if you want to loosen up before the next round. For food, Green Pines Restaurant serves a broad international menu on-site, and Vilamoura Marina is close enough for an easy evening out whenever you fancy switching things up. The atmosphere is informal but polished, and you'll find most of what you need without having to leave the resort if you'd rather keep things simple.
