Sotavento

Travel Guide
Vilamoura featuring food and drinks or beverages
Faro which includes a sunset, a lighthouse and a sandy beach
Olhao
Olhao which includes a square or plaza, heritage elements and a church or cathedral
Algarve

Where to stay in Sotavento

Faro Cathedral showing heritage elements

Faro City Centre

Faro City Centre is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Faro Marina or A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve.

Faro City Centre
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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 Garrao Beach might round out your trip.

Vale do Lobo
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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.

Quinta do Lago
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Cavacos

Cavacos is a destination visitors seek out for is 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 neighborhood.

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

Sé

4.5/5(54 area reviews)

While visiting Sé, you might make a stop by sights like A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve and Faro Cathedral.

Sé
Drink in hand sunset down!

Vale do Garrão

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Vale do Garrão. A stop by Garrao Beach or Praia do Ancão might round out your trip.

Vale do Garrão
Hotel Faro & Beach Club
Hotel Faro & Beach Club
4 out of 5
Praca D Francisco Gomes 2, Faro
The price is AED 374 per night from Jan 12 to Jan 13
AED 374
AED 404 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Nice hotel."

Reviewed on 8 January 2025

Hotel Faro & Beach Club
AP Eva Senses
AP Eva Senses
4 out of 5
Avenida da Republica, 1, Faro
The price is AED 343 per night from Jan 10 to Jan 11
AED 343
AED 387 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Faro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"The rooms have a lovely balcony overlooking the marina which offers a beautiful view both by day and night. The breakfast buffet is outstanding. The hotel is conveniently situated near to the town, railway station and bus station."

Reviewed on 8 January 2025

AP Eva Senses
Dom Jose Beach Hotel
Dom Jose Beach Hotel
3 out of 5
Avenida Infante Sagres, 143, Loulé
The price is AED 286 per night from Jan 10 to Jan 11
AED 286
AED 311 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Loulé. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (981 reviews)
"Good location and friendly staff"

Reviewed on 8 December 2024

Dom Jose Beach Hotel
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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 WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (620 reviews)
"large suites, welcoming staff."

Reviewed on 30 December 2024

Four Seasons Vilamoura
Laguna
Laguna
4 out of 5
Rua do Zimbro, Apartamentos Turísticos Laguna, Loulé
Stay at this 4-star golf aparthotel in Loulé. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (156 reviews)
"Great resort. Clean and quiet. In great location"

Reviewed on 27 September 2024

Laguna
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 WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Olhao Municipal Market and Olhao Harbour ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (560 reviews)
"What a wonderful place to stay at. Loved it soo much, will be going back again. So spacious and clean, suitable for solo travelers, couples or families it is wonderful. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 7 January 2025

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Popular places to visit

Vilamoura Marina showing a bay or harbor

Vilamoura Marina

4.5/5(89 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Vilamoura Marina and enjoy other activities such as golfing in Quarteira. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Vilamoura Marina
Faro Island Beach which includes general coastal views and a beach

Faro Island Beach

4.5/5(27 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Faro Island Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Praia de Faro. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Faro Island Beach
Old Town Square

Old Town Square

4/5(1 review)

Find out about the history of Sé e São Pedro when you spend time at Old Town Square. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Old Town Square
Olhao Harbour which includes a garden

Olhao Harbour

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Olhao with a trip to Olhao Harbour. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

Olhao Harbour
Ilha da Culatra Beach which includes general coastal views and a beach as well as a small group of people

Ilha da Culatra Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Ilha da Culatra Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Sé. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Ilha da Culatra Beach
Ilha de Cabanas is one of six barrier islands along the Ria Formasa which runs 60km from Faro to Manta Rota and makes up 18,400 hectares of protected nature reserve. . To reach the beach you have to take a boat from Cabanas, most hotels provide a boat service or you can catch a water taxi from the boardwalk. And then there is a 5-10min walk along a paving stone path through the marshland. It can get windy, as you can see from this couple sheltering under their parasol. Watch out for sand burn! The beach stretches as far as you can see, excellent for a long walk along the shore with waves lapping at your feet - one of my favourite pastimes. I was here in early May and the beach was practically deserted, by 4pm I had this section of beach to myself. Further up the beach, closer to where the water taxi drop off an pick up there are sun loungers, parasols and a cafe bar. I have heard the boats can get pretty busy in peak tourist times, but the journey is only about 5 minutes each way so you shouldn't have to wait too long. #NationalPark #Beach

Cabanas Beach

4.5/5(6 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Cabanas Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Conceicao e Cabanas de Tavira. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Cabanas Beach