Vidamar AlgarveResort
Vidamar Algarve Resort handles the logistics of a large guest list efficiently, with on-site accommodations that keep everyone together for a multi-day celebration.
- Ceremony
- 20 seated
- Reception
- 150 seated
- Nearest airport
- FAO · 45–60 minutes
- Open season
- May – August
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.4 /5 · 3,445
Vidamar Algarve Resort is a hotel destination wedding venue in Guia, Portugal, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Faro International Airport (Cristóvão Colombo) (FAO), 45–60 minutes. Best months: May, June, July, August.
Vidamar Algarve Resort in Guia, open May–August.
Vidamar Algarve Resort handles the logistics of a large guest list efficiently, with on-site accommodations that keep everyone together for a multi-day celebration.
This beachfront hotel in Guia offers direct access to sand and ocean views, plus 4 on-property dining venues to manage catering across events.
With Google's 4.4/5 rating, you're choosing a venue with proven hospitality track record.
We cannot recommend VidaMar Algarve highly enough — it was truly everything we had ever dreamed of for our wedding. From the moment I first walked into the venue in 2023, I knew it was the one, and seeing it come to life on our wedding day in August 2025 was just magical. The wedding area is completely separate from the rest of the hotel, giving us our own private space, and even the children had so much room to run around safely and freely — it made the day feel intimate and relaxed for everyone. The food was absolutely incredible. We chose the BBQ buffet option, and every guest, from our youngest at 4 to the adults, raved about how delicious it was. Everything was perfectly catered and thoughtfully planned, making every meal a joy. George at the venue was an absolute star. He was approachable, attentive, and went out of his way to make both me and my husband feel completely at ease. His support, combined with the beauty of the venue, allowed us to truly enjoy every moment and soak in the day. VidaMar Algarve gave us a wedding that was seamless, breathtaking, and unforgettable — it was more than we could have hoped for, and we will cherish those memories forever.
4 notes, from the desk.
Beachfront location with direct access to private beach in Salgados, Guia
4 on-site restaurants and bars for ceremony, reception, and guest meals
All-inclusive accommodation allows guests to stay at the property
Capacity to host 20–150 guests across multiple event spaces
Best held in May, June, July.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Vidamar Algarve Resort.
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.
- 14:00–18:00Guest arrival and check-in; welcome drinks by the beach
- 19:30Welcome dinner at one of the resort's restaurants
- 11:00Ceremony on beach or lawn
- 12:30–14:00Cocktail hour and group photos
- 14:00–22:00Reception dinner and dancing
- 10:00Brunch and farewell
Things worth knowing.
FAO · 45–60 minutes
Guests fly into Faro International Airport (Cristóvão Colombo). The desk arranges every transfer.
€8,000–20,000
Prices vary seasonally; high season (April–October) commands premium rates. Request formal quote from events department.
€1,000–2,500
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
€60–120 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
€100–250 / 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 have both ceremony and reception at the resort?+
Yes. The resort offers multiple event spaces and outdoor areas suitable for ceremonies, with restaurants and function rooms available for receptions of varying sizes.
What if guests want to stay on-site?+
The resort is a full hotel with guest rooms. You can arrange accommodation packages for your wedding party; speak with their events team about group rates.
Are there outdoor ceremony options?+
Yes, the beachfront setting provides outdoor ceremony possibilities. Confirm availability and weather contingency plans with the venue directly.
How far is the nearest airport?+
Faro International Airport (FAO) is approximately 40–50 km away, roughly 45–60 minutes by car depending on traffic.
What's included in wedding packages?+
Contact the resort's events team at https://algarve.winebookshotels.com/ for customized package details covering catering, space rental, and services.
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Hold dates at Vidamar Algarve Resort.
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.