4 Star Hotel
White Shell Beach Villas
Empreendimento White Shell, Quinta Da Sra. Da Rocha, Porches, Portugal View Map
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About
The White Shell is an Eco-friendly Resort is BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method) certified. Featuring a restaurant and free Wi-Fi throughout the property, White Shell Beach Villas is located in Porches. Among the various facilities are an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center, as well as a bar. The resort has a garden and features a terrace. Consisting of 55 Villas of various sizes - from one to three bedrooms - with a simple but contemporary architecture signed by the renowned Saraiva+Associados studio, White Shell is a four-star eco-resort inspired by the organic forms of nature.The units at the resort come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen and a dining area. White Shell Beach Villas offers a range of wellness facilities including an indoor pool, a hammam and a hot tub. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including hiking and tennis. Speaking English and Portuguese, staff are always on hand to help at the 24-hour front desk. Albufeira is 7.5 mi from the accommodations, while Portimão is 8.7 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 24 mi from White Shell Beach Villas.
163 Reviews
- Cleanliness
- 9.5
- Staff
- 9.5
- Location
- 9.1
What Guests Say
- “We really enjoyed our unit it was very well set up and lots of room for us to settle in and enjoy. The pool area and pool bar were…”
- “We loved our stay at white shell! The hotel is beautiful and calming. Staff in general and at the pool were so friendly and helpful and…”
Top Amenities
- Swimming Pool
- Restaurant
- Free Internet Access
- Free Parking
- Spa
- Fitness Center
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Pets Allowed
Room Options
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1/4One-Bedroom Apartment
- Additional toilet
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/4Two-Bedroom Apartment
- Additional toilet
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/4Superior Two-Bedroom Apartment
- Additional toilet
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
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What Guests Loved
Based on 163 reviews
Pros +
- We really enjoyed our unit it was very well set up and lots of room for us to settle in and enjoy. The pool area and pool bar were excellent and team there was very helpful.
- We loved our stay at white shell! The hotel is beautiful and calming. Staff in general and at the pool were so friendly and helpful and kind. Was the perfect location for us to do day trips but still be in a relaxing environment when we wanted to chill. Indoor and outdoor pool were perfect, as was the jacuzzi. The kids really enjoyed the bikes available for use.
- The location was great for us. We were there with multiple families and everyone had their own unit so we took advantage of the numerous community facilities, pool, upper deck patios, volleyball, and tennis.
Cons -
- We did not use the restaurant, menu did not look that exciting for us and no good vegetarian options
- One thing that could be improved is the daily cleaning of the villas which we felt could have been more thorough.
- Nothing, maybe they should have more electric chargers for the car if i really have to find something
We really enjoyed our unit it was very well set up and lots of room for us to settle in and enjoy. The pool area and pool bar were excellent and team there was very helpful.
We did not use the restaurant, menu did not look that exciting for us and no good vegetarian options
We loved our stay at white shell! The hotel is beautiful and calming. Staff in general and at the pool were so friendly and helpful and kind. Was the perfect location for us to do day trips but still be in a relaxing environment when we wanted to chill. Indoor and outdoor pool were perfect, as was the jacuzzi. The kids really enjoyed the bikes available for use.
One thing that could be improved is the daily cleaning of the villas which we felt could have been more thorough.
The location was great for us. We were there with multiple families and everyone had their own unit so we took advantage of the numerous community facilities, pool, upper deck patios, volleyball, and tennis.
Everything i always come back to this hotel.From the pool, to the spacious houses and rooms, to the value for money and the great service. Also the brekfest is great and we always take some of electric bikes and ride them in the mornig accross the wooden ‘passadissos’ deck close to the sea. A beautiful beach is also nearby (walking distance) where we rent a boat and visit the benagil grottos.
Nothing, maybe they should have more electric chargers for the car if i really have to find something
Great resort, felt like home. The rooms was like an apartment with separate kitchen, bedroom and terrace. Very well designed and well taken care of
Beautiful pool and the proximity to the beach
Beautiful villas and pool
Need a car to explore nicer areas
The apartment was very spacious with large kitchen room and living/dining room. The bedrooms were great as well. We didn’t get to enjoy the balconies because the weather wasn’t so great but I bet they would be nice to enjoy on a nice day.
The location is walking distance to the beach and a couple of restaurants but not much else.
The staff were excellent helping us with our luggage on our arrival and providing us with information about the resort as well as places nearby to visit and see. Indeed all the staff we met in the resort during our stay were friendly and clearly customer focused. Car parking was free and so easy to access. At this time of year, it was very quiet and peaceful. There is a beautiful small beach within a short walk and a nice Italian restaurant close by. We availed of their electric bikes to cycle into Armação de Pêra where there were plenty of restaurants, coffee shop and beaches. The accommodation was clean, presented as expected i.e. had everything we needed. We also used the gym facilities and jacuzzi. I loved the place and hope to come back again at some point.
Fully very well equipped kitchen, washing machine, two huge terraces.
Everything was perfect
Thanks to Mia and the gentle Lady at the Reception for the great support and recommendations!Our room was perfect and big enough for our family of 4. Everyday cleaning was always very good. We really appreciate the heated indoor pool.
Some small details in the room as umbrella for days of rain can help. Breakfast was good but can be improved.
Absolutely fantastic holiday, perfect villa, wonderful grounds, great indoor and outdoor pool, and fantastic friendly.staff. Perfect place for a family trip with kids and tons to do nearby, the beaches and caves are stunning!
Lovely location if you want to chill out away from tacky pubs and cheap cafe/restaurants. This is what I call a resort with resort style facilities. We had a 2 bed apartment with all facilities including a fully equipped kitchen with washer dryer. Living room with large TV outdoor table and chairs and sun loungers. The main bedroom had a ensuite shower and toilet but was more like a wet room set with a glass panel. The second room had a two single beds and a main bathroom outside the room with shower and toilet. There was also a separate toilet as well ( yes 3 toilets 2 bedrooms). The facilities included an out door pool with separate baby paddling pool, sun loungers and tennis courts, volleyball court. Indoors you have a pool jacuzzi and steam room, spa treatments also by appointments. In the reception you have a nice lounge area friendly staff with a bar restaurant area. This is not a place for party goers it's a place to relax with the beach and outside restaurants in walking distance. We had a hire car so we had activities booked for our stay here but nice to have facilities to chill out with at night. We noticed a lot of golfers, Families with young kids and couples stayed here. Highly recommend lovely location.
It's not within walking distance of a town but a supermarket is only 1km away. Hard to put any dislikes maybe if your looking for bars or nighty clubs this isn't for you.
everything, amazing space, family friendly, dog friendly, everything was amazing, great space to relax and enjoy the nature
Clean, well maintained. Apartments had all the mod cons…dishwasher, washing machine, full oven. Variety of outdoor sit down and eating areas Pool was gorgeous
Gym could have opened earlier than 9!
Great location, 10 min walk from the beach. Around 15 min to supermarket. Comfortable place, nice apartment nice pool area and restaurant was good. Definitely would come back!
Everything was good, the pool was very cold but they also have a small indoor pool. For couples without kids, noise of so many kids in the pool area could be uncomfortable.
Very clean and the villa was amazing very modern clean and spacious. Beautifully planned out.Great amenities like padel and tennis very wellOrganised with the what’s up group being able to book easily. Car park within the premises very comfortable and safe. Staff extremely helpful and welcoming
Not enough shade around the complex.Breakfast and dinner stays at the resort not very inviting because of the location, joint with reception also not ideal.Pool area a bit crowded and busy months not enough deck chairs. Gym and spa area extremely small not inviting at all Dogs require to pay a fee a bit over proved especially when you take a very small dog of 2 kilos should be less or none at all.
Great apartment, spacious, private
Beds very uncomfortablePool looks nice but empty and unusable because of freezing water
This was a really lovely apartment on a beautiful complex. Staff were brilliant and the pool was fantastic.
A few more sun loungers near the pool would be good.
Amazing apartments; beautiful and well kept resort, super helpful staff; very big terraces , nice pool and close to beach
Not too many restaurants close by; you would need a car , terraces were beautiful but we missed a second table with chairs on the second terrace to be able to use it also
Very modern and couple minutes walking to closest beach! Amazing customer service and very clean!
Nothing. This is def a place we will go back to with our family of 4
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Swimming & Soaking
- Beachfront
- Swimming Pool
- Hot tub/Whirlpool
- Heated pool
- Indoor pool
- Kids' pool
- Outdoor pool
- Pool with view
Fitness & Spa
- Fitness Center
- Spa
Food & Drinks
- Restaurant
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Transportation
- Free Parking
- Airport Shuttle
Health & Safety
- Health Services
- Daily disinfection
- Professional cleaning services
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Accessible toilet
- Facilities for disabled guests available
- Wheelchair accessible
Kid Friendly
- Family Friendly
General
- Pets Allowed
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
- Lower bathroom sinks available
- Personal trainer
- Themed dinner nights
- Yoga classes
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 11:00 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Parking | Free parking is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 2 stay free with cot. |
| Pets | Pets are allowed upon request. Charges may apply. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply. The poolside bar is open daily from 10:00 to 17:30 during the summer.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Location
Empreendimento White Shell, Quinta Da Sra. Da Rocha, Porches
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