Alcalar Travel Guide
Portimão
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Praia da Marina
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia da Marina during your trip to Portimão? Wander through the beautiful beaches and marina in this romantic area.
Top hotels in Alcalar
Tivoli Carvoeiro
Amazing place.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hotel Algarve Casino
Staff were lovely and rooms really clean. No complaints about the hotel. The resort was pretty much closed though, hard to even find a place for dinner. I know it’s out of season but this was dead. Would be hard without a car.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Belmar Spa & Beach Resort
Nice one bedroom apartment, close to the beach with a nice restaurant, but restaurant in a hotel was closed for dinner, very inconvenient. Spa and pool only open till 6 pm, just the time to relax. And no robs in the room. Usually hotels with spa provide them. Next time will look for another ...
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Vila Vita Parc
The room was fantastic. Clean and spacious. The staff was next level in terms of friendliness, and were super accommodating.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Lagos Atlantic Hotel
Wonderful hotel near the beach and boardwalks. I recommend heading here. They did a great job setting up the room for a surprise 50th birthday celebration — the romantic package upon arrival.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Carvi Beach Hotel
Room and,amenities all good.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alcalar
Monte Judeu
When in Monte Judeu, you can plan a visit to Le Meridien Penina Golf and Portimão Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Rasmalho
Rasmalho might not have many top sights, but Algarve International Circuit and Monchique Thermal Springs are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Le Meridien Penina Golf or Alvor Boardwalk.
Alagoas
While Alagoas isn't home to many top sights, Tres Irmaos Beach and Alvor Boardwalk are some notable places to visit nearby.
Portimão City Centre
Travellers enjoy Portimão City Centre for its beaches and bars. Consider checking out Portimão Harbor while you're in the area.
Torralta
While visiting Torralta, you might make a stop by sights like Alvor Boardwalk and Tres Irmaos Beach.
