Just steps away from the Alvor Beach, the Pestana Dom Joao II Villas and Beach Resort offers 3 swimming pools and calm, green gardens Each room has a balcony Apart from a buffet restaurant, the Pestana Dom Joao II offers Portuguese and international meals in the Atlantico restaurant Snacks and cocktails are available in each of the 4 bars The guest rooms are modern in style and offer satellite TV and a minibar After a good nights rest, guests can enjoy the 2 saltwater outdoor pools or warm up in the heated indoor pool The Dom Joao II Villas and Beach Resort also offers various activities including golfing, diving , bowling and special childrens games For a good work-out, guests can use the gymnasium It takes a 10-minute walk from the hotel to the centre of Alvor with many cafes and restaurants The biggest town of the western Algarve, Portimao is 7 km away