Vale d’El Rei Hotel & Villas is a countryside resort among the vineyards of Lagoa, with hotel rooms and villas built in traditional Algarve style. It suits family stays and group trips, with villas providing kitchens and a more private base. Three outdoor pools, the D'Wellness centre, a gym and a restaurant serving regional food are on site. Children up to twelve stay and eat free when their parents book half board, and dogs and cats are welcome. A free shuttle runs to Carvoeiro town centre, while Praia da Marinha is a ten-minute journey away, according to the hotel website.