Ukino Palmeiras Village & Zoomarine Theme ParkArmacao de Pera, Algarve

There’ll be ‘yays’ all round at this exciting Algarve hotel. Ukino Palmeiras Village & Zoomarine Theme Park is part of our fun-filled Family Favourites collection for good reason (in fact there are many!) The kids’ clubs, splash park, video games zone and children’s playground to name just a few! Check out the All-Inclusive Plus package too. Perfectly positioned in the pocket-sized village of Porches, this ever-popular four-star hotel has all those boxes ticked for a fantastic family escape. To give Ukino Palmeiras Village & Zoomarine Theme Park a sense of scale, it’s a case of village by name but not by nature! This super-sized Algarve hotel has more than 500 rooms. Plus, we are now also including up to three days’ entrance to Zoomarine, including transfers, where there’s ‘Oceans of Fun’ for the whole family to enjoy.

LOCATION

In the village of Porches

300m from the beach, with direct access

300m from the nearest bars and restaurants

2.5km from Armacao de Pera resort centre

11.8km from Zoomarine

3 DAYS' ENTRANCE TO ZOOMARINE IS INCLUDED

All bookings (9th March - 25th November 23) include a three-day pass to the exciting Zoomarine water and theme park in Guia, with transfers to and from the park also included. You'll have the chance to enjoy zoological presentations with dolphins, seals, and sea lions, see birds of prey up close and watch tropical birds swoop overhead. As well as a host of fascinating animals, attractions include a swaying pirate ship, mini-rollercoaster, and Jurassic River. Plus, the park has some new arrivals, so all aboard the new Zoomarine Express, take to the sea in the pirate-themed splash park and put the kids in control of a water cannon, just make sure you're not the target! The Zoomarine Beach boasts a saltwater wave pool, water playground and some speedy chutes and slides! There's plenty of time to relax too at the beautiful white sand artificial beach. Zoomarine also provides a wide range of food and beverage outlets, along with picnic areas for you to make the most of your days at the park. Zoomarine offers that unforgettable experience for the whole family. For 2024, opening dates are subject to change.

Transport to and from the park is included in the price and operates on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Customers can choose any three days during their holiday duration to visit the park, the days do not need to be consecutive but must be booked in advance via the online check in link on your voucher. Please note: Zoomarine will be closed March: 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22, 26, 27, 28, 29, April: 24, 25, May: 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, September: 11,12,18,19,25,26, October: 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30, November: 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22 (subject to change). For all future seasons, opening dates are subject to change and Zoomarine is likely to be closed on some Saturday's and Sundays in May, September, and October. For guests on All Inclusive at this hotel, please note that the usual inclusions of this board are not available at the park.

ALL INCLUSIVE

The All Inclusive package includes buffet-style breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a choice of two restaurants, both with show cooking and children’s buffet. One dinner at the themed à la carte restaurant (for those staying 7 nights, reservation required, subject to availability). 24hr snacks are available. Local wine, beer, spirits, cocktails, and hot drinks are available for a minimum of 13hrs per day. Soft drinks are available 24hrs per day.

ALL INCLUSIVE PLUS

The All Inclusive Plus package includes the standard All Inclusive package plus two dinners per week at the themed à la carte restaurant (reservation required, subject to availability) and selected international branded premium drinks for a minimum of 13hrs per day.

Outdoor freshwater pool. Sunbathing area with sunbeds and parasols. Towels (refundable deposit). Baby-changing facilities are available (open between 01 Apr and 31 Oct, depending on occupancy).

Outdoor freshwater pool. Sunbathing area with sunbeds and parasols. Baby-changing facilities are available (open between 01 Apr and 31 Oct, depending on occupancy).

Outdoor freshwater children's pool. Sunbathing area with sunbeds and parasols. Baby-changing facilities are available (open between 01 Apr and 31 Oct, depending on occupancy).

Waterslides (open between 01 Mar and 31 Oct, weather, and occupancy dependant).

Splash park - water guns and waterfall.

Water sports - water polo. Run by hotel.

RESTAURANTS & BARS

Caribe Restaurant. Buffet. Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Located on the terrace (open between 01 Apr and 31 Oct, depending on occupancy). Please note that the hotel requests that beach wear is not worn.

Nibbling Snack Bar. Buffet. Serves snacks (open between 01 Mar and 31 Oct, depending on occupancy).

Senhora da Rocha Restaurant. Buffet. Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Highchairs, microwaves, and kids’ menu available. Please note that the hotel requests that beach wear is not worn.

Akeru Asian Restaurant. A la carte. Serves a range of Chinese, Thai, and Japanese cuisine for dinner (open between 01 Apr and 31 Oct, depending on occupancy). Please note that the hotel requests that beach wear is not worn.

Lobby Bar (open between 10.30am and 12.00am). Please note that the hotel requests that beach wear is not worn.

Pool bar.

Palm Club Bar located in the gardens (open between 01 Apr and 31 Oct, between 8.00pm and 12.00am, depending on occupancy). Please note that the hotel requests that beach wear is not worn.

Pool bar (open between 01 Apr and 31 Oct, between 10.30am and 6.30pm, depending on occupancy).

The Themed restaurants require reservation at least 24 hours in advance. Please note opening times of the Ocean Pool Bar will vary.

SPORTS & LEISURE

Gym with cardio fitness training equipment, aerobics studio, free weights area and stretching zone (min age 14yrs).

Games room*.

Aerobics, pool table*, aqua aerobics, badminton, basketball, dance classes, darts, football, petanque, Pilates, snooker*, table tennis, tennis, volleyball, and yoga.

Cycling facilities include Bike hire*

Spin classes are available at the gym.

CHILDREN'S FACILITIES

Children's pool

Restaurant with highchairs and kid's menu

Children's club (9-12yrs) - arts and crafts, small team games, sports, movie nights, water-based, story time, food-based, drama and music and games consoles (open between 01 Mar and 31 Oct, depending on occupancy).

Children's club (4-8yrs) - arts and crafts, small team games, sports, movie nights, water-based, story time, food-based, drama and music and games consoles (open between 01 Mar and 31 Oct, depending on occupancy).

Children's playground - climbing frame, slides, and adventure play area (age and height restrictions may apply).

Indoor play area - soft play area. Supervised by hotel staff.

Splash park - water guns and waterfall.

Please note: the children's clubs close between 1pm and 3pm every day. The splash park is open between 01 Mar and 31 Oct, weather, and occupancy dependant.

OTHER FACILITIES

Reception - equipment for hire includes bottle warmer*, fan* and kettle*. Services available include concierge service, currency exchange, luggage storage and towel hire.

Beauty treatments available. *

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.

ENTERTAINMENT

Daily daytime entertainment (available between 01 Mar and 31 Oct) including small team games, team sports, family, and water-based activities.

Daily evening entertainment (available between 01 Mar and 30 Oct) including bingo, in-house entertainment shows, live DJ, live music, mini-disco, professional shows, and rep cabaret.

Frequent evening entertainment (available between 31 Oct and 20 Nov) including bingo, in-house entertainment shows, live DJ, live music, mini-disco, professional shows, and rep cabaret.

Please note there are two animation teams at Ukino Palmeiras Village, to cater for the multiple nationalities of guests staying at the hotel.

*Local charges apply

Ukino Palmeiras Village & Zoomarine Theme Park is located in Armacao de Pera, Algarve. Accommodation rating is the operators own rating and may not be the official rating. Hotel details correct at 26/05/2023