Hyatt Regency Vilamoura Algarve named Europe’s Leading Lifestyle Hotel in its first year, Hilton Vilamoura crowned Portugal’s Leading Family Resort and Best Incentive Hotel
VILAMOURA, Algarve, Portugal – Vilamoura’s reputation as one of Europe’s leading lifestyle destinations has been further strengthened following international recognition at the World Travel Awards 2026. Two properties managed by DETAILS – Hospitality, Sports & Leisure collected three titles between them as the winners were revealed at the World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony on Saturday at Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort, Montenegro, where the Algarve was also named Europe’s Leading Beach Destination.
Hyatt Regency Vilamoura Algarve was named Europe’s Leading Lifestyle Hotel 2026, a significant debut European title secured within its first year of operation. The newest addition to Vilamoura’s plethora of premium hotel offerings reopened in 2026 following the extensive transformation of the former Dom Pedro Vilamoura.
Redesigned with a palette drawn from the Algarve’s landscape, its 257 rooms and suites sit moments from Vilamoura Marina and Praia da Falésia, allowing guests to move between Brasa Coastal Steakhouse, the Terrace Pool Bar and Lume Lounge Bar. Padel and pickleball courts and outdoor yoga are available, as well as easy access to five nearby championship golf courses.
Hilton Vilamoura As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa received two national honours. In the MICE category, it was named Portugal’s Best Incentive Hotel 2026, recognising its appeal for companies rewarding teams and clients with time in the Algarve. It was also voted Portugal’s Leading Family Resort 2026, reflecting a resort set across five acres of landscaped gardens possessing the nation’s largest spa, six outdoor pools, 176 rooms and suites and a setting beside Pinhal Vilamoura golf course.
The double adds to yet another strong year for Hilton Vilamoura, having been named Wellness & Spa Hotel of the Year at the European Hotel Awards in September.
For Vilamoura, the results reflect a destination broadening its appeal well beyond the summer months. Continued investment across the resort under DETAILS’ management is shaping a year-round place to visit and to live, from family holidays and incentive trips to wellness breaks and sporting events.
Alongside the beaches behind the Algarve’s European title and five championship golf courses, the area is home to an award-winning marina, named Superyacht Marina of the Year 2025 by The Yacht Harbour Association. The region also hosted Europe’s first ever PGA TOUR Champions event in July, with Zach Johnson claiming the inaugural Portugal Invitational title at the Els Club Vilamoura, while development is also under way on what will be Portugal’s largest equestrian centre.
Francisco Moser, Co-CEO of DETAILS – Hospitality, Sports & Leisure, said: “These awards demonstrate how Vilamoura has evolved into a truly multi-dimensional destination. While golf remains a cornerstone of its appeal, growing recognition for our hotels and the wider Algarve reflects the quality and diversity of experiences available to visitors today.
“We are committed to building a destination that people choose to visit, return to and ultimately become part of. Recognition such as this confirms we are moving in the right direction, while also motivating us to continue raising the bar across every aspect of the Vilamoura experience.”
About Hyatt Regency Vilamoura Algarve
The Hyatt Regency Vilamoura Algarve is a hotel located in Vilamoura, in the heart of the Algarve. With 257 rooms and suites, restaurants, spa, leisure areas and more than 1,000 m² dedicated to meetings and events, the hotel was designed to provide a contemporary, comfortable experience with strong roots in the region. Hyatt Regency Vilamoura Algarve is located 20 minutes from Faro Airport and within walking distance of the beach, marina and the main golf courses in the region. Integrated into the Hyatt Regency brand, the unit reflects the brand’s contemporary hotel values, creating value in the region by its international benchmark standards.
With 257 rooms and suites, the hotel was designed to cater to different traveller profiles, from leisure and sport, to weekend getaways and small and medium-sized corporate events. The spaces privilege natural light and a design inspired by the identity of the Algarve, creating elegant, welcoming and functional environments.
The Hyatt Regency Vilamoura’s offer includes a gastronomic proposal focused on the enhancement of local products, areas dedicated to well-being and leisure, as well as more than 1,000 m² of spaces for meetings and events, equipped with technology and flexible solutions. The connection to sport, the marina and the natural surroundings reinforces the hotel’s positioning as a privileged gateway to discover the Algarve.
About Hilton Vilamoura
Set across four hectares, Hilton Vilamoura As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa has been a benchmark in Algarve hospitality for 19 years. With 176 rooms and 40 apartments, six swimming pools, a 24/7 fitness centre, Kids Club, private beach concession with complimentary shuttle, and the largest spa in mainland Portugal, the resort offers a truly exclusive and all-encompassing experience. Its proximity to some of the country’s finest golf courses, a variety of beaches, and the Vilamoura Marina is complemented by a rare sense of seclusion and absolute tranquillity, thanks to the 200-hectare natural park that surrounds the resort.
About DETAILS
DETAILS – Hospitality, Sports & Leisure is a leading sports and hospitality platform managing a diverse portfolio of tourism assets across Portugal and Italy. Its portfolio comprises 28 operating and in-development hotel projects, including properties operating under international brands such as Hilton and Hyatt. Through its Sports & Leisure pillar, DETAILS oversees Portugal’s largest portfolio of golf courses, including Vilamoura Golf’s recently renovated Old Course, Pinhal, Millennium and Laguna, and The Els Club Vilamoura, as well as PGA Aroeira No.1 and No.2, Palmares, Vale Pisão, Tróia, Monte Rei and San Lorenzo. Additional assets include Portugal’s largest equestrian centre in development in Vilamoura and Browns Sports Resort. Since July 2023, DETAILS has focused on enhancing its Vilamoura portfolio across tourism, residential and leisure, attracting international events such as the PGA Tour Champions’ Portugal Invitational, as it positions Vilamoura and the Algarve as a premier destination for golfers and luxury travellers worldwide. For more information, please visit https://details.net/portfolio/.
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