Sotavento Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Sotavento

Falesia Beach featuring rocky coastline, general coastal views and a beach

Vilamoura

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Vilamoura. Make a stop by Vilamoura Marina or Falesia Beach while you're exploring the area.

Vilamoura
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Vale do Lobo

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Vale do Lobo. A stop by Vale do Lobo Beach or Royal Golf Course Vale do Lobo might round out your trip.

Vale do Lobo
Faro Cathedral showing heritage elements

Faro City Centre

Faro City Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Faro Marina and Faro Cathedral while in the area.

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Quinta do Lago

Beaches, golf courses and restaurants are some highlights of Quinta do Lago. Make a stop by Quinta do Lago Golf or Faro Island Beach while you're exploring.

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Cavacos

Cavacos is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Quarteira Beach or Vilamoura Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Cavacos
Faro which includes a beach, a sunset and a lighthouse

Sé

4.5/5(157 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Sé, Faro Cathedral and Old Town Square are top sights worth seeing.

Sé
Dom Jose Beach Hotel
Dom Jose Beach Hotel
3 out of 5
Avenida Infante Sagres, 143, Loulé
The price is ₹13,118 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
₹13,118
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Loulé. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (990 reviews)
"Excellent location. Great pool. Go to sleep at night to the sounds of waves on the beach. Location walking distance to many restaurants all on the beach. Staff was incredibly helpful in detailed descriptions of restaurant n activities. Breakfast mediocre but still decent for including in price. Parking ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024

Dom Jose Beach Hotel
AP Eva Senses
AP Eva Senses
4 out of 5
Avenida da Republica, 1, Faro
The price is ₹14,472 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
₹14,472
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Faro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (996 reviews)
Great hotel staff!
"Good location, very friendly and helpful staff. Air conditioning in our room did not work. Only 1 clothes iron for the entire hotel. Good breakfast."

Reviewed on 10 Jun 2024

AP Eva Senses
Hotel Faro & Beach Club
Hotel Faro & Beach Club
4 out of 5
Praca D Francisco Gomes 2, Faro
The price is ₹16,833 per night from 25 Jun to 26 Jun
₹16,833
per night
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Faro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely staff and convenient location! Isabela and Bruno were extremely helpful in providing recommendations for activities and helping to book these! Made it super easy to explore the town and have fun activities. I would recommend!"

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024

Hotel Faro & Beach Club
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Four Seasons Vilamoura
Four Seasons Vilamoura
4 out of 5
Rua da Holanda, 507, Loulé
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Loulé. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Vilamoura Marina and Falesia Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (602 reviews)
"Booked a studio apartment last minute for 3 nights. Smart hotel, good security. Very friendly staff. Lovely pools as well as an indoor pool. Comfortable outdoor area. Spacious well equipped room, we did end up in a disabled room despite full fitness! Did feel if you were disabled there was only a ..."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2024

Four Seasons Vilamoura
Pinhal da Marina Apartamentos Turisticos
Pinhal da Marina Apartamentos Turisticos
4 out of 5
Praca dos Tres Caminhos, Loulé
Stay at this 4-star golf aparthotel in Loulé. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Vilamoura Marina and Falesia Beach are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (233 reviews)
Perfect location for a relaxing family holiday
"Perfect for young families and those looking for a quieter vibe. We had a ground floor pool view apartment, the apartment and balcony were spacious and great to have sun loungers there also. Both pools were lovely. They accomodated us for a late check in after 10pm. A little bit of a walk to the ..."

Reviewed on 7 Jun 2024

Pinhal da Marina Apartamentos Turisticos
Real Marina Residence
Real Marina Residence
4 out of 5
Avenida 5 de Outubro 2, Olhao
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Olhao. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Olhao Harbour and Faro Marina are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (539 reviews)
Great stay at lovely central apartments
"Great apartments in a central location. Very spacious 2 bedroom apartment with plenty of storage. There were 2 large bathrooms also one off the hallway and one ensuite off the master bedroom. Off the lounge area there was access to the balcony with a table with seating for 6 there was also a table ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2024

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Popular places to visit

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Albufeira Old Town Square

4/5(408 reviews)

Framed by bars, galleries and shops, this leafy plaza is a great starting point for exploring the treasures of Albufeira’s historic center.

Albufeira Old Town Square
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Falesia Beach

4.5/5(271 reviews)

Pine groves crown the scorched red-orange cliffs edging this long and wide beach, complete with comfortable amenities, watersports options and lifeguard patrols.

Falesia Beach
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Vilamoura Marina

4.5/5(504 reviews)

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.

Vilamoura Marina
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Sao Rafael Beach

4.5/5(179 reviews)

Explore tidal pools and take part in adventure sports or just sit back, enjoy the warm sunshine and admire the wonderful scenery.

Sao Rafael Beach
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Albufeira Marina

4/5(223 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Albufeira Marina and enjoy other activities such as golfing in Albufeira e Olhos de Água. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Albufeira Marina
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Oura Beach

4.5/5(211 reviews)

Water sports, stunning scenery and walks to quiet coves await at this beach located to the east of Albufeira’s Old Town.

Oura Beach

Cities near Sotavento

Faro Island Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach

Faro

Albufeira featuring a sandy beach and landscape views as well as an individual male

Albufeira

Almancil

Almancil

Olhao which includes a city and a sunset

Olhao