The 4**** Pestana Dom Joao II Hotel is close to the Alvor river estuary, a bird shrine and is 10 minutes walk from the centre of Alvor, 7km from Portimao and 74k from Faro airport. On offer are 247 rooms and 10 suites in modern style, all with balconies and most of them have an ocean view. All rooms have air-conditioning, safe, mini-bar, laundry service, private bathroom with bathtub and shower, hairdryer (upon request), direct dial telephone and Satellite TV. Food & beverage In the restaurant at the hotel you can find service á la Carte, buffet in the evening and snacks for light meals. Golf For golf lovers there are numerous courses in the surrounding area, 5 of which belong to the Pestana Group – Pinta, Gramacho, Silves, Alto and Vila Sol. Other facilities Salt water outdoor pool, Spa with an inner heated pool, sauna, Turkish bath, massage and gym.