Montes de Alvor Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Rocha Beach showing a city, a coastal town and general coastal views

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.

Rocha Beach
Portimao Marina featuring a bay or harbour

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.

Portimão Marina
Vau Beach

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.

Vau Beach
Tres Irmaos Beach showing a sandy beach, a sunset and rocky coastline

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.

Tres Irmaos Beach
Rocha Beach featuring a beach and general coastal views

Portimão Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Praia da Rocha with a trip to Portimão Harbor. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Portimão Harbor
Portimao featuring general coastal views and rugged coastline as well as a small group of people

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 seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its lively bars.

Três Castelos Beach

Activities

Benagil Cave Sunset Cruise

Benagil Cave Sunset Cruise

NZ$39
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Benagil Cave Sunset Cruise
Portimão: Kayak Tour of Benagil Caves

Portimão: Kayak Tour of Benagil Caves

NZ$82
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Portimão: Kayak Tour of Benagil Caves
Ophelia Catamaran Cruises + Beach BBQ

Ophelia Catamaran Cruises + Beach BBQ

NZ$141
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Ophelia Catamaran Cruises + Beach BBQ
Half Day Luxury Sail in Benagil and Carvoeiro Portugal

Half Day Luxury Sail in Benagil and Carvoeiro Portugal

NZ$112
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half Day Luxury Sail in Benagil and Carvoeiro Portugal
Benagil Secrets

Benagil Adventure: Jeep and Boat Tour with Wine Tasting

NZ$127
per adult
Benagil Adventure: Jeep and Boat Tour with Wine Tasting
Benagil Cave and Marinha Beach Boat Tour from Portimao

Benagil Cave and Marinha Beach Boat Tour from Portimao

NZ$59
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Benagil Cave and Marinha Beach Boat Tour from Portimao
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Our pick of the best Montes de Alvor Hotel Deals

Hotel Algarve Casino

Hotel Algarve Casino

5 out of 5
Avenida Tomas Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimão, Faro
The price is NZ$445 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
NZ$445
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Portimão. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Fantastic service from staff at time of check-in. Went above and beyond to get us set up with early check-in."

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

Hotel Algarve Casino
Tivoli Carvoeiro

Tivoli Carvoeiro

5 out of 5
Apartado 1299, Vale Do Covo, Praia do Carvoeiro, Lagoa
The price is NZ$614 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
NZ$614
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lagoa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel location was beautiful. The room was large and very clean, but the hotel halls themselves were being worked on at the time of our stay and were not that clean. The food at the hotel bar was mediocre, but the breakfast was very good. It was unfortunate you could no longer access the beach ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Tivoli Carvoeiro
The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel

The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Rua Raul Brandão, 2 - Bloco B, Lagos
The price is NZ$489 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
NZ$489
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Lagos. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Camilo Beach and Dona Ana Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (120 reviews)
"Not located on the beach as I thought. The hotel is beautiful and not far from the old town. Would definitely recommend this lively hotel. Breakfast is fantastic!"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel
WOT Lagos Montemar

WOT Lagos Montemar

3 out of 5
Rua da Torraltinha Lote 33-34, Lagos, Algarve
The price is NZ$298 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
NZ$298
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Lagos. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (377 reviews)
"Great location outside of the world city. It’s cute design concept inside light airy clean fun. Great breakfast. Staff was very nice and helpful!"

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

WOT Lagos Montemar
Vila Vita Parc

Vila Vita Parc

5 out of 5
Rua Anneliese Pohl, Alporchinhos, Porches, Lagoa, Algarve
The price is NZ$1,113 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$1,113
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lagoa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (650 reviews)
"Great food, very clean"

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Vila Vita Parc
Clube Albufeira Garden Village

Clube Albufeira Garden Village

4 out of 5
Estrada de Ferreiras-Alpouvar, Albufeira
The price is NZ$183 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
NZ$183
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Albufeira Old Town Square and Albufeira ...
8/10 Very Good! (212 reviews)
Perfect for 3 night getaway with teens
"Perfect place for family three nights away with teenagers.We spent most of the days at the pool by the Casa Azul, lovely breeze, never busy, and handy snack bar for drinks and food right there. Its a little hilly so prob not the best for anyone with mobility issues. Ate breakfast both mornings at ..."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Clube Albufeira Garden Village
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Other neighbourhoods around Montes de Alvor

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Alagoas

While Alagoas isn't home to many top sights, Alvor Boardwalk and Tres Irmaos Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Alagoas
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Torralta

While visiting Torralta, you might make a stop by sights like Alvor Boardwalk and Tres Irmaos Beach.

Torralta
Tres Irmaos Beach showing night scenes

Prainha

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Prainha. A stop by Tres Irmaos Beach or Prainha Beach might round out your trip.

Prainha
Portimao showing food

Portimão City Centre

5/5(1 area review)

You'll enjoy the beaches and bars in Portimão City Centre. You might want to make time for a stop at Portimão Harbor or Algarve Racing.

Portimão City Centre
Rocha Beach featuring general coastal views and a beach

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 Três Castelos Beach and Algarve Casino.

Praia da Rocha
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Monte Judeu

When in Monte Judeu, you can plan a visit to Le Meridien Penina Golf and Alvor Boardwalk, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Monte Judeu

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