AltaVista Lodge
Quinta Alta Vista, Luz 8600-147 Portugal
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AltaVista Lodge, is set in the pretty town of Praia Da Luz in the Western Algarve. With stunning seaview terraces, beautiful outdoor and indoor pool, luscious landscaped gardens, hammocks, table tennis, pool table, free WIFI and much more, it's the perfect escape for your surf and adventure holiday. Accommodation: The Lodge offers excellent accommodation options for retreats, groups of friends, work trips and workshops. We can host up to 26 people and specialise in large group bookings. With the best private rooms in the area. The rooms are light and spacious, with crisp fresh linen and top quality comfortable beds, ideal for recharging after long day in the surf. Our thoughtfully designed social spaces include large lounge, great for movie nights, pool table, table tennis and foozball for the competitive traveller and our beautiful pool area with plenty of hammocks. It's ideal for those looking to meet new friends! Not forgetting our Seaview Terraces and lush landscaped gardens for those looking for some relaxing down time! Our in-house hosts are on hand 24/7 to recommend the best surf spots, hidden beaches, outstanding local restaurants and lively nightlife in the area. Join us in our weekly BBQ, with delicious fresh fish, fantastic grilled meats and a selection of salads topped off with our famous all you can drink sangria. The perfect start to the weekend! Our spacious Lodge has the lively social atmosphere of a surf camp, with the comforts and service of a hotel. 12 m outdoor pool Indoor Pool Stunning Seaview terraces Landscaped gardens Hammocks Free Wifi Guest Lounge with Flatscreen TV Pool Table Table Tennis BBQ Grill Fire pit Fully equipped bar volleyball slack-line yoga studio massage chalet and much more... Location The pretty town of of Praia Da Luz is the ideal destination for your activity holiday, we are just a 10 minute walk to an award winning beach with great local cafes and restaurants. We are just a short taxi ride to the lively town of Lagos for great nights out in Europe's top Surf Party Capital. With over 300 days of sunshine, the Algarve boosts the best climate and conditions for a wide range of activities and we are thrilled to be the top provider in the area for Surfing, Kitesurfing, Mountain Biking, Wakeboarding and Horse Riding. Surf: Explore our beautiful coastlines! With both the South and West offering incredible waves all year round, with sheltered spots, unspoilt beaches and hidden surf spots the Algarve is perfect for surfers of all levels. Working with the Best Surf School in the area, we are excited to offer quality surf lessons, surf guiding and week long surf courses for all levels. Our highly experienced and qualified Surf Instructors will ensure you get the most out of your surf holiday. With daily beach transfers to the best break of the day, two 1.5-2 hour lessons to guarantee progressions and a delicious lunch to be enjoyed on our beautiful beaches.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Yoga classes
Poolside bar
Bicycle rental
Diving
Airport transportation
Wifi
Indoor pool
Outdoor pool
Yoga room
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Complimentary welcome drink
Outdoor dining area
Special diet menus
Game room
Hiking
Horseback riding
Snorkelling
Windsurfing
Bicycle tours
Billiards
Patio
Table tennis
Walking tours
Board games / puzzles
Shuttle bus service
Meeting rooms
Full body massage
Head massage
Massage
Neck massage
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Outdoor fireplace
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Picnic area
Shared bathroom
Shared kitchen
Shared lounge / TV area
Sun deck
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
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English, Russian, Spanish, Dutch and 4 more
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I can honestly say this is one of the most impressive villas I have ever stayed at. It boasts an outdoor pool, an indoor smaller pool, your own bar, hammock, kitchen, large sitting/family room, pool table, volleyball court many bedrooms over it 3 floors, balconies and much more. There is so much here it's hard to list everything. The owner (Anna) and staff are just like your own family & provide assistance with bookings and cooked meals. They are amazing beautiful people. The food they cooked & served was fantastic, none of our party of 18 people were left hungry. Yoga and massage services on site can be arranged with Anna. Numbers and advice for local activities are on the notice board to help your stay more organised too. There is easy access to Praia Da Luz beach from the villa with a 20 minute stroll but is up hill a little on your way back. …
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: East access to ground floor for wheelchair with bedrooms on same level. Booking well in advance...
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We organized a group holiday with friends and family and we all feels so lucky to have found a little slice of paradise! The team at AltaVista were incredible! They organised lots of fun activities and the food that they cooked for us was amazing - restaurant quality from the comfort of the lodge! We had a few vegan's in the group and they went above and beyond to cater for them! Thank you so much!
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Visited in September with a group of friends. Would recommend travelling solo or in groups. Great place to meet people and hang out after a morning surf! Don't pass up on the BBQ that the hosts put on.
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Date of stay: September 2020Trip type: Travelled with friends
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This is my third year coming back to Luz and it is a no brainier that me and friends always book Alta Vista. Anna and the team are super friendly, the villa is always clean, great breakfast (a pancake machine this year too!) and there is always a good vibe here. As it is a lodge with mainly surfers, mountain bikers (us!) and other activity seekers, everyone respects that sometimes you need an early night- so no wild late parties. The BBQ is always worth a look on a Tuesday. See you in 2021!
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Date of stay: September 2020Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Very nice spot to be located! Surfing, good food, nice people! I booked a surf package all was well arranged, daily pick up, lunch arranged. Loved the Tuesday BBQ and friendly people. Always somebody around to have a chat with. Rooms were good and the pool and bar very nice!
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Date of stay: August 2020
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Room Tip: The rooms at the pool side are great
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Found this little gem of a lodge while looking for surf and yoga spots. As the name implies it’s located on top of a hill with magnificent vistas of the surrounding hills and sea. Great place to relax and good base from which to explore the western Algarve. Only 15 minutes away from bustling Lagos, which you can reach by local bus or Uber. Probably wise to rent a car though. The yoga at the seaside each morning was fantastic and the local beach was populated with locals. Anna and John are constantly working on improving the place and the amazing staff work tirelessly to make you feel at home. Even though the place wasn’t packed to full capacity I met a lot of fun and interesting people during my two week stay. Booked three nights initially but found the lodge much more comfortable than any hostel. Highly recommend the place to anyone looking for more comfortable accommodation than a hostel.…
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled solo
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Stayed here for a week in one of the shared rooms & really enjoyed everything about it. The people are super friendly, the view is amazing & the pool / bar / chill area is really nice. Plus, you can join a lot of activities if you feel like it. I guess this depends on who else is staying there, but I had the best week with all of the other guests - there was a great vibe, lots of social interaction & fun. Convenient that you can use the kitchen if you need it, the (included) breakfast every day was lovely - overall just a great experience!
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Date of stay: August 2020
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My Alta Vista love started 2017 when I came the first time with a friend. From the very first moment we fell in love with the people, the atmosphere and the whole House. We had an unforgettable time, which is why I decided to come back this year. As ecpected Alta Vista did not disappoint again. I met people who were so lovely that I even be friended some of them. My stay felt like coming home. My thank goes to the hosts John& Anna who put so much effort and love into it. I will definetely be back some day. Thanks for these memories.
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled solo
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Amazing villa, in a great location, walking distance to the beach and a short 12 minute uber into Lagos. The villa had a great atmosphere, relaxing by the large pool during the day, enjoying cocktails at the pool bar. I met lots of great people and the staff were really friendly. The villa has a great outdoor area with a large pool, seating area and beautiful gardens, the size of the property meant I felt very safe for social distancing whilst still being able to socialize easily. The villa is also ideal if you need to work remote, with power sockets outside and good WiFi. I would definitely recommend this villa and will be visiting again soon.
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled with friends
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I enjoyed staying in Altavista very much, it is a perfect place to chill and relax with an awesome garden full of plants, swimming pool, beach bar and wonderful view. What I enjoyed the most was the atmosphere with great people who I met there and we had some amazing fun times in the villa because it offers so many things to do like games, playing guitar and billiard pool. As I was also working from my laptop I appreciated the full wifi connection everywhere, so I could work from a hammock😊. The staff were really friendly and the free breakfast (lovely pancakes) was great. I would definitely recommend this place and I would come back.
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled solo
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Frequently Asked Questions about AltaVista Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to AltaVista Lodge?
Nearby attractions include Ollie’s (0.6 miles), Souvenir da Luz (0.6 miles), and Tjs cavern bar (0.5 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at AltaVista Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an indoor pool, free wifi, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at AltaVista Lodge?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a refrigerator, and a dishwasher.
What food & drink options are available at AltaVista Lodge?
Guests can enjoy a poolside bar, breakfast, and barbeque facilities during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to AltaVista Lodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include Rubini's Pizzaria, Sunita's Castle, and Aquario.
Are there opportunities to exercise at AltaVista Lodge?
Yes, guests have access to an indoor pool and yoga classes during their stay.
Does AltaVista Lodge have an airport shuttle?
Yes, AltaVista Lodge offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Does AltaVista Lodge have airport transportation?
Yes, AltaVista Lodge offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is AltaVista Lodge located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.8 miles away from the centre of Luz.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at AltaVista Lodge?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, German, Russian, Portuguese, Polish, and Dutch.