Budens Hotell

Hotel information

During your stay you can indulge with a visit to Spa Floresta, one of the Algarve's leading health and beauty spas. It offers all the latest treatments and most up-to-date fitness facilities, including: a gym and exercise studio with personal trainer (on request and at an additional cost); indoor pool; sauna; jacuzzi; steam room; floodlit tennis court; and Championship bowling green. Children under the age of 16 years are allowed to use the indoor pool between 08:30 and 11:00 and between 14:00 and 17:00 and must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Children can also enjoy specially designed fun clubs and the Parque Football Academy. Discount on the green fees of the golf course are available upon request, ensuring golfing enthusiasts a fun stay. Golf academy is also on site. For business events, there is a conference facility on site.

Room information

Choose from a selection of 2 and 3-bedroom villas, each decorated with elegant furnishings and boasting excellent finishes. Rates include a welcome basket, including fresh fruit and water. Towels are changed twice a week, with the bed linen changed every 7 days. All villas share the communal pool.

Food & beverage

Parque da Floresta houses 6 bars and restaurants, including: O Parque Restaurant: boasting stunning views of the golf course, the restaurant serves international cuisine freshly prepared using local ingredients. Blue Lagoon: Parque da Floresta's poolside restaurant, Blue Lagoon is perfect for a quick bite whilst basking in the sun. It offers a menu of light meals and snacks (seasonal). Vicentino's Trattoria: Located near to the tennis courts, it serves a wonderful choice of home-made pizzas, fresh pastas, salads and mouth-watering desserts. Blue Wave Beach Bar: Boasting views over the Atlantic Ocean, this bar is located on the stunning beach of Cabanas Velhas. It offers a choice of salads, snacks and fresh fish (seasonal). A Taberna Restaurant: located next to Quinta da Encosta Velha reception, the restaurant serves an à la carte menu, specialising in steaks and grilled meats (seasonal). Castaways Fun & Games Bar: for the children.

Area information

Horse-riding and mountain biking are available in the surroundings. Alternatively you can head into nearby Lagos which is home to wonderful beaches, a marina, shops, restaurants and a lively nightlife. The nearest bus and train stations are in Lagos (18 km). There is a bus stop near the entrance of Parque da Floresta.

Quick description

A haven of peace and tranquillity in the Western Algarve, this comprehensive resort includes one of the most picturesque 18-hole golf courses in Europe and a leading health and beauty spa. Parque da Floresta aims to offer all that you could ever need from a relaxing break; from extensive leisure facilities to a varied choice of on-site bars and restaurants and the luxurious villas. Each villa features 2 or 3 bedrooms, elegant furnishings and access to a communal pool. If you would prefer to venture further afield, nearby Lagos (18 km) is home to shops, restaurants, bars and beautiful beaches. There are also many beautiful bays in the surrounding villages, including Luz and Burgau. Guests have free access to the outdoor swimming pool of the hotel and to the interior of the inner space of Forest Spa.

Important information

The full amount of the stay is required on check-in. Please note that on arrival you are required to pay the amount of EUR 250, this will be refunded in full provided there are no damages. Children under 16 years are allowed to use the indoor swimming pool between 08:30h and 11:00h and between 14:00h and 17:00h, always accompanied by an adult. Please note that we provide pool towels against payment.

Hotel information

During your stay you can enjoy free access to the resort’s spa facilities, which include a heated swimming pool, sauna, Turkish bath, jacuzzi and gym. Children under the age of 16 years are allowed to use the indoor pool between 08:30 and 11:00 and between 14:00 and 17:00 and must be accompanied by an adult. Discount on the green fees of the nearby golf course are available upon request.

Room information

Rates include a welcome basket with fresh fruit and water. Towels are changed twice a week, with the bed linen changed every 7 days. Please note that towels for swimming pool/beach are not provided.

Food & beverage

O Parque Restaurant: Enjoy stunning views of the golf course whilst enjoying a choice of international cuisine, prepared using the finest local ingredients. Blue Lagoon: Parque da Floresta's poolside restaurant, at Blue Lagoon you can enjoy a casual snack whilst soaking-up the sun (seasonal). Vicentino's Trattoria: Located by Parque da Floresta's tennis courts, this fine Italian restaurant offers home-made pizzas, fresh pastas, salads and mouth-watering desserts, Blue Wave Beach Bar: Located on the stunning beach of Cabanas Velhas, with views over the Atlantic Ocean, Blue Wave offers salads, snacks and fresh fish (seasonal). A Taberna Restaurant: For a more formal dining experience, the Taberna serves an à la carte menu, specializing in steaks and grilled meats. Located next to Quinta da Encosta Velha reception (seasonal).

Area information

During your stay you can explore the historic town of Lagos (18 km). Lined with shops, restaurants and bars, the town is also home to a picturesque marina, offering daily boat trips around the coast, and a number of golden sandy beaches. A bus stop near the entrance of Parque da Floresta has a regular bus service into the centre of Lagos. The town has a bus and train station with connections around the area.

Travel information

A bus stop near the entrance of Parque da Floresta has a regular bus service into the centre of Lagos. The town has a bus and train station with connections around the area.

Quick description

Situated within walking distance from the village of Budens, Quinta da Encosta Velha offers modern villas with balconies. It features 4 swimming pools, a golf course and spa facilities. The resort has 2 and 3-bedroom villas, decorated with elegant furniture and tiled floors. Each of the air-conditioned rooms has a fully equipped kitchen, a washing machine and a satellite TV. During their stay at Quinta Da Encosta Velha guests will find a number of facilities suitable for all ages and tastes at the Parque da Floresta Golf & Leisure Resort. These include a golf course, a spa, a tennis court, and a choice of restaurants and bars. The Parque Restaurant overlooks the golf course and serves International dishes, while the Blue Lagoon poolside restaurant offers light meals and snacks. Vicentino's Trattoria is next to the tennis courts and offers home-made pizzas and fresh pastas. The nearest bus and train stations are in Lagos, which is 18 km away. Free public parking is also available.

Important information

Please note that the reception is temporarily closed. Check-in must be done at the reception of the Parque da Floresta (open 24 hours). The full payment of the stay will be required on check-in. Please note that on arrival you are required to pay the amount of EUR 250, this will be fully refunded if there are no damages. Children under 16 years are allowed to use the indoor swimming pool between 08:30h and 11:00h and between 14:00h and 17:00h, always accompanied by an adult. Please note that the hotel provides pool towels with an extra cost. Rates include a welcome basket with fresh fruit and water. Towels are changed twice a week, with the bed linen changed every 7 days.