Encosta do Lago ResortClub
Encosta do Lago Resort Club operates as a full-service hotel venue, meaning you can house guests, host ceremonies, and manage receptions under one roof—eliminating the coordination headaches of multiple locations.
- Ceremony
- 20 seated
- Reception
- 150 seated
- Nearest airport
- FAO · 35–40 minutes
- Open season
- May – August
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.6 /5 · 172
Encosta do Lago Resort Club is a hotel destination wedding venue in Almancil, Portugal, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Faro International Airport (FAO), 35–40 minutes. Best months: May, June, July, August.
Encosta do Lago Resort Club in Almancil, open May–August.
Encosta do Lago Resort Club operates as a full-service hotel venue, meaning you can house guests, host ceremonies, and manage receptions under one roof—eliminating the coordination headaches of multiple locations.
Located in Almancil's upscale Quinta do Lago area, the resort offers lake views and on-site dining across 8,135 square meters of grounds.
With a 4.6/5 Google rating, it delivers consistent hospitality for 20–150 guests.
We stayed in a two bedroom apartment with private pool. Apartment 93 had a generous sized garden with fencing around the perimeter which ensured our dogs were secure. Everything was in order and everyone had a pleasant stay. All staff members are very helpful and are happy to help. We look forward to booking again.
4 notes, from the desk.
Full resort accommodation available for guests, reducing transportation logistics
Lake-facing ceremony and reception spaces with natural backdrops
On-site dining and bar facilities managed by the hotel's culinary team
Located in Almancil, Portugal's premier resort destination near Faro
Best held in May, June, July.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Encosta do Lago Resort Club.
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.
- 6:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in; welcome drinks by the lake
- 10:00 AMCeremony setup and guest seating
- 11:30 AMCeremony (lake-view or indoor space)
- 1:00 PMCocktail reception and group photos
- 2:30 PMSeated dinner and toasts
- 9:00 PMDancing and evening entertainment (concludes ~11:30 PM)
Things worth knowing.
FAO · 35–40 minutes
Guests fly into Faro International Airport. The desk arranges every transfer.
€8,000
Final pricing depends on season, guest count, menu selections, and décor upgrades. Request a formal quote directly from the venue.
Included with event package
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
€60 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
€100 / 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.
Can we book both accommodation and event space together?+
Yes. As a hotel venue, Encosta do Lago packages guest rooms with ceremony and reception facilities, streamlining budgeting and logistics.
What's the closest airport?+
Faro International Airport (FAO) is approximately 30 km away, roughly a 35–40 minute drive via rental car or private transfer.
Are outdoor ceremonies possible?+
Yes. The resort's lake-view grounds support outdoor setups, though indoor backup spaces are available for weather contingencies.
How many guests can the venue accommodate?+
Encosta do Lago accommodates 20–150 guests across its event spaces and grounds.
Is catering included?+
The resort offers on-site catering and bar services; menus and pricing are customized during the booking consultation.
In the same country.
Hold dates at Encosta do Lago Resort Club.
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.