Alcalar

Portimão

Popular places to visit

Rocha Beach showing a sandy beach, a coastal town and a city

Rocha Beach

Backed by golden-red cliffs and met by the white-flecked waves of the Atlantic, this spectacular beach is one of the Algarve’s most popular.

Rocha Beach
Portimao Marina which includes a bay or harbor

Portimão Marina

Acclaimed beaches and a pair of historic fortresses are part of this haven for super-sized yachts. Its orange and red buildings contain shops, bars and restaurants.

Portimão Marina
Vau Beach

Vau Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Vau Beach during your travels in Portimão? Stroll along the marina in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Vau Beach
Tres Irmaos Beach featuring rugged coastline, general coastal views and a sandy beach

Tres Irmaos Beach

Bring your camera to photograph this striking beach, which is dotted with large, eye-catching rocks that provide shade and shelter, and harbor several caves.

Tres Irmaos Beach
Rocha Beach which includes general coastal views and a beach

Portimão Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Praia da Rocha with a trip to Portimão Harbor. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Portimão Harbor
Portimao featuring rocky coastline and general coastal views as well as a small group of people

Três Castelos Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Três Castelos Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Praia da Rocha. Stroll along the marina in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Três Castelos Beach

Things to do

From Lagos: Benagil Sea Caves Tour with a Local Guide

From Lagos: Benagil Sea Caves Tour with a Local Guide

RM169
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Lagos: Benagil Sea Caves Tour with a Local Guide
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From Lagos: Ponta da Piedade Caves Kayak Tour from Catamaran

RM169
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Lagos: Ponta da Piedade Caves Kayak Tour from Catamaran
Lagos: Boat Cruise to Ponta da Piedade

Lagos: Boat Cruise to Ponta da Piedade

RM86
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Lagos: Boat Cruise to Ponta da Piedade
Armação de Pêra: 2-Hour Wild Beaches and Caves Kayak Tour

Armação de Pêra: 2-Hour Wild Beaches and Caves Kayak Tour

RM173
per adult
Armação de Pêra: 2-Hour Wild Beaches and Caves Kayak Tour
Visit Secret Caves, Hidden Beaches and Snorkel in Alvor, Portugal

Visit Secret Caves, Hidden Beaches and Snorkel in Alvor, Portugal

RM396
per adult
Visit Secret Caves, Hidden Beaches and Snorkel in Alvor, Portugal
From Lagos: Ponta da Piedade Half-Day Yacht Cruise

From Lagos: Ponta da Piedade Half-Day Yacht Cruise

RM342
per adult
From Lagos: Ponta da Piedade Half-Day Yacht Cruise
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Top hotels in Alcalar

Hotel Algarve Casino

Hotel Algarve Casino

5 out of 5
Avenida Tomas Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimão, Faro
The price is RM353 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
RM353
RM384 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Portimão. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"Well situated, great views of the beach and lovely pool area. Staff were generally very welcoming and helpful.... A couple of the restaurant staff members could do with some customer service awareness training."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Hotel Algarve Casino
Vila Vita Parc

Vila Vita Parc

5 out of 5
Rua Anneliese Pohl, Alporchinhos, Porches, Lagoa, Algarve
The price is RM1,458 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
RM1,458
RM1,556 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lagoa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (668 reviews)
"Everything was beuatiful"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Vila Vita Parc
Tivoli Carvoeiro

Tivoli Carvoeiro

5 out of 5
Apartado 1299, Vale Do Covo, Praia do Carvoeiro, Lagoa
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM604 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
RM604
RM650 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lagoa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
"Clean room, wonderful buffet breakfast, views around hotel were spectacular"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Tivoli Carvoeiro
RR Hotel da Rocha

RR Hotel da Rocha

4 out of 5
Ave Tomas Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimão
The price is RM407 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
RM407
RM442 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Portimão. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Quick, easy, and friendly check in. The BEST included breakfast I have ever seen! Huge selection and even Gluten Free options. Our room was very spacious, especially for Europe. Clean room - the bathroom was in need of some maintenance (caulking, grout, rust) the way 95% of hotel bathrooms are. Great ..."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

RR Hotel da Rocha
The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel

The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Rua Raul Brandão, 2 - Bloco B, Lagos
The price is RM579 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
RM579
RM613 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Lagos. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Camilo Beach and Dona Ana Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (180 reviews)
"View was ok but nice and peaceful😊"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel
Belmar Spa & Beach Resort

Belmar Spa & Beach Resort

4 out of 5
Estrada do Porto De Mos, Lagos
The price is RM579 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
RM579
RM613 total
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Lagos. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,292 reviews)
"Fantastic resort with multiple pools with 5 minutes walk to the beach. Our two bedroom apartment was clean and modern. There is ample parking and we felt very safe as two women walking late at night time. I would come back to stay here again."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Belmar Spa & Beach Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Alcalar

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Monte Judeu

When in Monte Judeu, you can plan a visit to Le Meridien Penina Golf and Alvor Boardwalk, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Monte Judeu
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Rasmalho

Rasmalho might not have many top sights, but Algarve International Autodrome Raceway and Monchique Thermal Springs are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Rasmalho
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Montes de Alvor

Montes de Alvor is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Alvor area, you might plan a trip to Alvor Boardwalk or Tres Irmaos Beach.

Montes de Alvor
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Alagoas

While Alagoas isn't home to many top sights, Alvor Boardwalk and Tres Irmaos Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Alagoas
Portimao which includes food

Portimão City Centre

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the beaches and bars in Portimão City Centre. You might want to make time for a stop at Portimão Harbor or Algarve Racing.

Portimão City Centre
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Torralta

While visiting Torralta, you might make a stop by sights like Alvor Boardwalk and Tres Irmaos Beach.

Torralta

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