Discover our “wellness recanto”

Our nook of peace

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Find the paradise within

We invite you to discover our charming “recanto”, translated to English as wellness “nook.” In Portugal, a “recanto” is a cozy corner in your home, designed for comfort and relaxation. At Vila Joya, we’ve created an intimate space for you to do the same. Our “recanto” is quaint yet luxurious, offering a range of restorative treatments and activities.

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Treatments

You are invited to explore our range of treatments.

Our dedicated team of two full-time therapists and our visiting specialist in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture, Dr. John Sanchez, offers a selection of therapies aimed at restoring balance and calm.

Each session is tailored to your individual needs, whether through skilled massage techniques, personalized skincare or hand selected bodywork.

The tranquil atmosphere fosters peace, allowing you to disconnect from the outside world and reconnect with yourself. Here, we focus on nurturing your body and mind, ensuring an experience that lingers long after your visit.

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Aquatic therapy

One of the most unique offerings in the Algarve, our Aquatic Therapy is a deeply restorative experience that transcends traditional spa treatments.

In our custom-designed pool, heated to body temperature, you effortlessly float in warm water. Gentle bodywork and acupressure techniques are used to release tension and support joint mobility.

Floating from the weight of gravity, allows your body to relax on a deeper level, easing tension, relieving stress, and promoting emotional healing.

Many guests describe this experience as a dreamlike state, where the body feels completely supported and weightless.

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Turkish Bath & Sauna

The Turkish bath and sauna offer a rare experience, with sweeping views of the Atlantic.

These spaces provide the ideal setting for a detox in a private sanctuary, seamlessly connecting you to the natural world.

Both can be exclusively booked for private use, along with the spa terrace, ensuring your moment is uninterrupted and entirely your own.

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Gym

Our open-air gym is designed for those who love a simple yet effective workout.

With a focus on strength training and Pilates, the gym offers modern equipment in a space that opens up to the ocean.

The fresh air, natural light, and breathtaking sea views make every workout a refreshing experience.

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Jacuzzi

Adjacent to the spa and pool facilities, our outdoor Jacuzzi invites you to bask in the refreshing sea breezes while taking in uninterrupted views of the ocean.

It’s a truly unique setting, perfect for moments of repose.

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Our Swimming Pools

To enhance your experience, we offer two distinct pools on the property.

One is a secluded oasis overlooking the ocean, complete with a jacuzzi for relaxation and bathing terraces.

The other pool provides a vibrant, social atmosphere with poolside service and a restaurant with an open kitchen, and easy access to the beach.

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Yoga

At Vila Joya, our personalized yoga sessions are designed to meet your unique needs and goals.

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced practitioner, our skilled instructors tailor each session to your abilities, focusing on alignment, breath, and mindfulness.

Set in serene surroundings, these sessions offer a peaceful way to reconnect with your body and mind, leaving you feeling balanced and revitalized.

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A pearl in the oyster

Guests have access to our Turkish bath and sauna, each with sea-facing views.
Whether working out in our open-air gym, soaking in the infinity pool, lounging on the sun terraces, or unwinding in the outdoor jacuzzi, the panoramic blue waters will always be your backdrop, ensuring you never miss a moment of the ever-changing landscape.

Meet the team of therapists

Be it a peaceful escape or an invigorating refresh you’re after, our “recanto” provides a space where you can breathe in the bliss and nourish your soul.

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Personalized treatments

David Azevedo

David brings refined expertise in Chiromassage, Shiatsu, Lymphotherapy, and Aquatic Body Work to his deeply personalized practice. Having served in Portugal’s most esteemed spas and premier hospitals, he combines technical skill with a warm, attentive approach that enhances well-being through transformative, results-oriented therapies.

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Visiting Therapist

Dr. John Sanchez

With 17 years of practice in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), acupuncture, and holistic wellness, John bridges ancient healing arts with contemporary therapies. A licensed acupuncturist, massage therapist, and yoga instructor, his treatments embody a holistic approach, fostering harmony, balance, and renewal for each client.

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Massage therapist & Reiki master

Pernilla Johansson

Pernilla, a masterful massage therapist and Reiki practitioner, draws on over two decades of holistic experience. Known for her intuitive touch, she artfully releases deep-seated tension, blending therapeutic skill and energy work to create a uniquely soothing, restorative experience that calms both body and mind.

Spa Menu & Therapy List

Please download our Spa Menu and Dr. John Sanchez List of Therapies.
Questions & bookings: info@vilajoya.com

Spa Menu .PDF
Therapy List .PDF

Vila Joya Experience for a Day

One Aquatic Bodywork session

Signature Massage

Full access to our spa wet facilities, including the sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, and Spa swimming pool

Price: 395 Euro

Please note: Lunches by the pool are not included.

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possible only when our visiting therapist Dr John Sanchez is in house

Daoist Medicine Day at Vila Joya

One personalized Yoga, Qigong, or Tai Chi

One Traditional Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture

One Aquatic Bodywork session

Signature Massage

Full access to our spa wet facilities, including the sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, and Spa swimming pool

Price: 680 Euro

Please note: Lunches by the pool are not included.

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