Sotavento
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Occidental Faro
"Great, convenient location to historic town, pier, restaurants and bars, nice, clean room, helpful staff and most of all great rooftop bar and breakfast with small pool. The breakfast choices and quality are outstanding."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
"Love this hotel. So close to the airport, close to car hire, swimming pool on site,close to supermarket with café, altogether perfect place to stay. Beds comfy, lovely shower, what more can I say!"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Real Marina Hotel & Spa
"Great place to stay - hotel well looked after and very convenient location."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Vale do Lobo Resort
"Brilliant stay best of both worlds gorgeous villa but close to restaurants shops and even a free shuttle around the whole resort! Loved it and will definitely be coming back!"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Vila Gale Ampalius Resort Hotel
"Very clean and helpful stuff. It is a mixed golf and family hotel so if you want a mostly family environment this is not one for you but the mix worked well for us."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Pedras d'el Rei
"Very easy walk and open train to the beach on Ilha de Tavira. Room was nice and lots of villas to choose from when booking. We drove into the old town of Tavira which was very charming. The pool closes ontime and the area is very quiet in the evenings."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Popular places to visit
Vilamoura Marina
Take a boat trip to see dolphins and go parasailing with a tour operator near this marina, which is bordered by the town’s main strip of restaurants and nightclubs.
Faro Island Beach
Rent kayaks and surfboards to ride the waves lapping this narrow stretch of sand, which serves as a wall between ocean and river.
Olhao Harbour
While staying in Olhão you’ll most likely want to visit the nearby islands of Ria Formosa Natural Park, which is accessible by ferry from this harbor.
Monte Gordo Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Monte Gordo Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Vila Real Santo Antonio. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Faro Marina
Explore the waterfront of Faro Marina and enjoy other activities such as golfing in Sé e São Pedro. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Olhao Municipal Market
Towering over the waterfront, this market is a symbol of Olhão's industriousness and agricultural traditions, which are depicted on tile paintings inside the buildings.
