CASA BELA, VALE DO LOBO

Restaurants
We have compiled a list of our top restaurants in and surrounding Vale do Lobo that we recommend you try during your stay at Casa Bela: from local eateries to Michelin-starred dining options, there's a place for every palette!
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Dos Passos - stunning beachfront location with a rooftop bar specialising in seafood: "Our menu is based on a Mediterranean and Regional Portuguese food, using fresh fish and shellfish sourced daily from the local markets, Algarvian "tapas", salads and locally sourced meat. Our fish and "tapas" vary daily depending on what the local markets have to offer, and our desserts and ice cream are home made by our 2 Passos chefs."
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Maria's - beach bar and restaraunt less than a ten minute stroll from Casa Bela: "We open every day from lunchtime through to dinner time for drinks and food. Maria’s is popular as a beach lunch venue and an idyllic “restaurant by the beach” by night. We have made a restaurant that can be enjoyed throughout the year because we believe that whatever the weather, there is nothing like dining by the sea."
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Izzy's - lovely beach restaurant on Garrao beach: "Izzy’s is famous for its unique combination of laid back atmosphere, great food and friendly service. Located on the Garrao beach with amazing panoramic views of the Atlantic ocean, Rory O’Shea , our long standing manager, and his team, will ensure the perfect experience to match the location."
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Parella - Uraguayan steak restaurant with beautifully lit outdoor seating: "Set in one of the most idyllic locations in the Algarve, our Uruguayan inspired restaurant has an abundance of personality. We pride ourselves on using only the very best natural ingredients, including our signature beef range which is 100% grass fed and finished, high in omega 3 and vitamin E and low in saturated fats. We cook on our authentic Parrilla, the traditional Uruguayan way, which naturally intensifies flavour."
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Sandbanks - beach views and consistently good food located at the Praca: "Overlooking the sparkling Atlantic ocean on Vale do Lobo beach, Sandbanks is the perfect place to enjoy a light breakfast, a lazy lunch or a romantic dinner while enjoying one of the most beautiful beaches in the Algarve."
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Marufo - popular local hotspot with great value chicken piri piri. No booking required!
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Tempurus - excellent seafood restaurant located on Trafal beach towards Quarteira:
"In Tempêrus Restaurant you can find a typical Algarve menu, filled with the most varied and tasty snacks, such as our octopus or roe salads, horse mackerel, clams or shellfish, as well as the best fresh fish from our coast, brought daily from the best squares in the Algarve, namely Quarteira and Faro." -
Monica's - quaint and quirky setting but consistently incredible food: "Presenting a cozy, sophisticated and romantic atmosphere, the restaurant is further complemented by a pleasant garden, a rustic terrace and a lovely dining room designed to make you feel at home. A sumptuous wine list is paired with a varied menu, where a vast selection of tender and succulent meats takes centre stage and is also accompanied with the freshest fish and some vegetarian options to suit all tastes."
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Green Valley - great value Portuguese cuisine 'with an international twist': "A modern and comfortable restaurant with portuguese cuisine with an international twist, that uses only the freshest and seasonal products to achieve value for money and quality. Changing daily specials offer a good selection of fish and meat dishes. We also cater for vegetarians and clients with food allergies."
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Alambique - incredible Michelin rated restaurant: "A fine exponent of traditional Portuguese cuisine, featuring delicious grilled fish and specialities such as fish cataplana. Idyllic terraces surrounded by vegetation add to its appeal."

Activities
Looking for something more fast paced than lounging around the pool? Not to worry, the Algarve is home to a wide variety of activities and days out to ensure you never have a dull moment during your holiday!
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Aquashow - the largest waterpark and theme park in the Algarve is perfect for a family day out, where you'll find the longest free fall waterslide in Europe to get your adrenaline pumping.
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ParTee Mini Golf - located a stone's throw away from the Praca, this totally revamped 18-hole mini golf course offers challenges and fun for the whole family!
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Water Sports - located by the UB1 beach concession stand on Vale do Lobo beach, from July to September guests can give watersports a try: "it's the ideal place for fun in the ocean during the summer months!"
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Tennis & Padel - Vale do Lobo is home to one of the largest tennis facilities in Portugal, boasting a total of 13 courts ready for visitors to make use of.
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​Cycling​ - Cycling is a great way to discover Vale do Lobo and the wider Algarve. With hundreds of kilometres of paths to follow, you can take in the sights of the region that most appeal to you.Cycle hire is available at the Car Hire office and can be rented by the hour, by the day or for longer periods. All bikes come with a helmet and security lock.


Well-Being
If you're in need of some well-deserved relaxation after a long day, there is no better place to be than Vale do Lobo.
Vale do Lobo is privy to a range of health and well-being facilities, so whether you prefer to de-stress with an invigorating yoga class or treating yourself to a new style at the salon, there's no doubt you'll feel your best after a visit to the Health and Fitness centre, located in the heart of the Vale do Lobo resort.
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Also home to the Royal Spa, guests can find therapeutic treatments to release tension and boost their natural beauty: "Inspired by the essential benefits of locally harvested salt, the spa is a calm and cocooning space. It celebrates the healing and energising powers of nature in ingredients such as sea algae, organic plant extracts and the purest essential oils."
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