Dona FilipaHotel
Dona Filipa Hotel opened in 1992 as a beacon of luxury along Portugal's Algarve coast, establishing itself as a landmark resort destination.
- Ceremony
- 20 seated
- Reception
- 150 seated
- Nearest airport
- FAO · 45 minutes
- Open season
- May – August
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.5 /5 · 600
Dona Filipa Hotel is a hotel destination wedding venue in Almancil, Portugal, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Faro Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (FAO), 45 minutes. Best months: May, June, July, August.
Dona Filipa Hotel in Almancil, open May–August.
Dona Filipa Hotel opened in 1992 as a beacon of luxury along Portugal's Algarve coast, establishing itself as a landmark resort destination.
Built to harmonize with the dramatic clifftop landscape of Vale do Lobo, the property has undergone continuous refinement while maintaining its distinctive architecture and oceanfront positioning.
Today it operates as a full-service hotel venue offering wedding ceremonies and receptions with unobstructed Atlantic views.
I have travelled most of the globe for business and personal reasons. In all my years of travelling, this is the most honest and respected hotel I have come across. I booked 2 rooms, in an unforeseen circumstance, I was unable to use the second room even thou I paid for it and was non-refundable. Despite this, the hotel understood my personal reasons and fully refunded me £1200. What other hotel would do this without incurring a penalty. The staff are so nice and respectful. I wish this hotel and the staff all the success. Gob Bless you all. Thank you.
4 notes, from the desk.
Clifftop oceanfront location with panoramic Atlantic views from ceremony and reception spaces
On-site accommodation with 154 rooms, allowing guests to stay within the venue grounds
Three restaurants and multiple bars on property for customizable reception dining options
Direct beach access via private pathway leading to Vale do Lobo's sandy cove
Best held in May, June, July.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Dona Filipa Hotel.
Check availability.
Choose a day from the calendar.
We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.
How the weekend usually runs.
Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.
- 2:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in; welcome reception on hotel terrace
- 5:00 PMRehearsal dinner at beachfront restaurant
- 3:30 PMGuest arrival and cocktail hour in clifftop gardens
- 4:30 PMCeremony (oceanfront or garden location)
- 6:00 PMCocktail reception and canapés
- 7:30 PMDinner reception in ballroom or alfresco venue
Things worth knowing.
FAO · 45 minutes
Guests fly into Faro Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport. The desk arranges every transfer.
€15,000-35,000
High season (May-September) pricing is 20-30% higher than shoulder season. All-inclusive packages available through wedding coordinator. Costs exclude alcoholic beverages, decor, and photography services.
€2,000-4,500
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
€85-150 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
€150-400 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
May – August
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Asked along the way.
What year was Dona Filipa Hotel established?+
The hotel opened in 1992 and has been continuously operating as a luxury oceanfront resort in Vale do Lobo.
Can wedding guests stay at the venue?+
Yes. The hotel features 154 rooms on-site, allowing your wedding party and guests to remain at the property throughout the celebration.
What outdoor ceremony options are available?+
Ceremonies can take place in clifftop gardens with Atlantic Ocean backdrops, or on the beach accessed via the hotel's private pathway.
How many people can the venue accommodate?+
The venue can host weddings ranging from 20 to 150 guests across various indoor and outdoor spaces.
Does the venue offer catering?+
Yes. Three on-site restaurants provide catering options, with menus customizable for wedding receptions.
In the same country.
Hold dates at Dona Filipa Hotel.
A note to the desk with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.