Barlavento Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Barlavento
Albufeira Old Town
Albufeira Old Town is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Albufeira Old Town Square or Peneco Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Praia da Rocha
Travellers to Praia da Rocha praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Algarve Casino and Rocha Beach.
Centro Histórico
Centro Histórico is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lagos Municipal Market and First European Slave Market.
Albufeira Center
A noteworthy feature of Albufeira Center is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Albufeira Old Town Square and Peneco Beach.
Praia Dona Ana
If you're spending some time in Praia Dona Ana, Dona Ana Beach and Batata Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Meia Praia
While visiting Meia Praia, you might make a stop by sights like Meia Beach and Golfo de Cádiz.
Hotel Algarve Casino
Hotel was great, room better than expected. Location was amazing. Staff were all very kind and looked to make our stay the best possible. Gym was small and my only holdback. We did not eat at the property
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Vila Vita Parc
Great breakfast
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Tivoli Carvoeiro
Perfect location. Beach no more than 7minute walk away. Staff were incredibly helpful and polite! Marta was extremely kind and very knowledgeable of the area. We followed her recommendations and had an absolutely wonderful time!
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Belmar Spa & Beach Resort
This resort is luxury level at a very reasonable price. The room was high end, with everything we needed in the resort. I would have preferred a different coffee maker in the room (it had a Nescafe Dolce Gusto), but that's a very minor issue. The appliances were great. It took a while to figure out ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Villa Doris Suites
The room was a nice big size and location was nice just outside of the old town and near a beach and beautiful boardwalk. Big kitchen but was missing a baking pan which I bought one at the supermarket. Unit did not have laundry and there was no self service laundry in the building, only pay by item ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Colina Village
Very clean accommodation, great staff who go above and beyond. Pool area is clean and tidy, although the indoor and outdoor pools are not heated. The facility is in need of updating, in some ways this adds to the charm of the Portugese style of the apartments. The bar and restaurant was very quiet ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Popular places to visit
Albufeira Old Town Square
Framed by bars, galleries and shops, this leafy plaza is a great starting point for exploring the treasures of Albufeira’s historic center.
Falesia Beach
Pine groves crown the scorched red-orange cliffs edging this long and wide beach, complete with comfortable amenities, watersports options and lifeguard patrols.
Praia da Luz
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Praia da Luz, a popular beach in Lagos. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Sao Rafael Beach
Explore tidal pools and take part in adventure sports or just sit back, enjoy the warm sunshine and admire the wonderful scenery.
Alvor Beach
Kitesurf, head out on the water on a paddleboat or kayak around the surrounding coastline at this Blue Flag-awarded beach.
Marina de Lagos
Admire the exclusive yachts in the harbor, enjoy sangria at a bar in view of the water and visit the wax museum.
