Pestana Dom Joao II
Alvor, Portugal
Pestana Dom Joao II overview
Pestana Dom João II enjoys a superb beachfront location in the charming fishing village of Alvor, overlooking the golden sands of Alvor Beach. Set within landscaped gardens and offering a relaxed resort atmosphere, it provides an excellent base for golfers and leisure travellers looking to combine quality golf with coastal relaxation in the western Algarve.
With several top Algarve golf courses just a short drive away, alongside the traditional village of Alvor and the nearby resort town of Portimão, guests can enjoy a well-rounded stay that blends great golf, beachside living and authentic Portuguese charm.
Golf Courses
Ideally located for exploring some of the Algarve’s most popular golf courses, Pestana Dom João II is well suited to golfers of all abilities.
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Alto Golf Course A classic parkland layout designed by Sir Henry Cotton, Alto Golf is known for its famous par-5 16th hole and offers an enjoyable challenge just a short drive from the hotel.
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Gramacho Golf Course Set among rolling countryside with lakes and mature trees, Gramacho is a well-established course that delivers variety and character, appealing to golfers of all standards.
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Vale da Pinta Golf Course A modern and scenic layout with wide fairways and elevated greens, Vale da Pinta provides a strategic test and complements the local golf offering perfectly.
Accommodation
Pestana Dom João II offers comfortable and well-appointed rooms designed with relaxation in mind. Accommodation is bright and welcoming, featuring air conditioning, TV, Wi-Fi and private balconies or terraces in many room categories, with views over the gardens, pools or Atlantic Ocean. The hotel is well suited to golf groups, couples and leisure travellers alike.
Restaurant & Bars
Guests can dine at the hotel’s main restaurant, which serves a range of international and Portuguese dishes in a relaxed setting. The pool bar and lounge areas provide the ideal spot for post-round drinks, light snacks or evening cocktails, with many guests enjoying sunset views over the beach.
Spa & Leisure
The Pestana Dom Joao II is situated next to the Pestana Alvor Praia and the Pestana Delfim so has plenty of facilities nearby. It also has its own saltwater swimming pools, mini golf, sauna and Turkish baths. Guests staying at this hotel will certainly not be bored.
Experience a sense of total relaxation at Pestana Dom Joao’s Magic Spa. With a vast range of aroma body massages, treatments and stress escapes, this spa has everything you need and more to unwind after a tough round of golf.
Location
Pestana Dom João II is located in Alvor, in the western Algarve, approximately a 50-minute drive from Faro Airport. The hotel is easily accessible via the A22 motorway and is well positioned for exploring both the coastline and inland Algarve.
On site activities
With direct access to Alvor Beach, guests can enjoy coastal walks, water sports and beachside relaxation. The hotel also offers easy access to local shops, cafés and traditional restaurants in Alvor village.
Nearby
The village of Alvor is within easy walking distance and is known for its cobbled streets, harbour-front restaurants and laid-back atmosphere. The nearby town of Portimão offers additional shopping, dining and nightlife options, while the wider Algarve provides plenty of opportunities for sightseeing and exploration.
Our view
Pestana Dom João II is an excellent choice for golfers seeking a relaxed beachfront stay with easy access to some of the Algarve’s most enjoyable courses. Combining comfortable accommodation, a prime coastal location and good-value golf nearby, it’s ideal for a laid-back and memorable Algarve golf holiday.
Golf courses near to Pestana Dom Joao II
Alto Golf Course at Pestana Alto Golf & Country Club
The par 72 course traverses two gently sloping valleys with the front nine offering stunning views of the bay of Lagos. The back nine, set against rolling slopes, offers quite a test and includes the huge challenging Cotton par 5.
The Pestana Vila Sol Golf Course at Pestana Vila Sol
Vila Sol Golf is a fabulous 27-hole golf course with three loops of levels of difficulty located on a 150-hectare estate. It is a fabulous golf course surrounded by beautiful natural scenery with an interesting range of animal and plant life.
Gramacho Golf Course at Gramacho Golf Club
Gramacho is Pinta’s sister course and is the second 18-hole championship course located at Carvoeiro Golf Club and is one the few courses with 18 sets of tees and fairways but 27 greens.
Pinta Golf Course at Vale da Pinta Golf Club
With state-of-the-art imported Bermuda grass, Pinta Golf Course has a reputation for always being in excellent condition. With a lot of holes utilising dog legs, accuracy will be put to the test round this course.
Silves Golf Course at Silves Golf
The par-70 Silves Golf Course plays 6,100 yards and is set in a serene spot with spectacular mountain and valley views and is definitely anything other than a walk in the park.
Check in / Check out at Pestana Dom Joao II
Guests can check in from 3:00 PM (15:00).
Guests need to check out by 11:00 AM (11:00).
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"One of the best value for money hotels in the Algarve. Good quality 4* hotel right on the beach and only a short walk into central Alvor."
Senior European Travel Consultant
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