Alvor Travel Guide
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Aparts & Suites summer cascade Alvor
Room was great outside was a bit messy but obviously they are getting ready for the start of the new season. Only issue was having to wait till 3 o’clock to get into the room which was a pain because we arrived at the 10.30 and had absolutely nowhere to wait so had to find somewhere in town which ...
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Longevity Health and Wellness Hotel - Adults Only
Clean room, nice staff, very accommodating
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Penina Hotel & Golf Resort
Been staying here for years - it never changes which is lovely - you know what you are getting. 5 star service, amazing food, grounds are stunning, the pool is divine and the backdrop of either the hotel behind or the golf course from the pool is equally tranquil.
Reviewed on 30 June 2025
Belmar Spa & Beach Resort
Apartment is modern, clean. Full kitchen. Washer and dryer work great. Restaurant inside hotel serves great dinner.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Vila Gale Cerro Alagoa Resort Hotel
Very good size room. Staff very helpful, Good bar and restaurant. This would have been a five star review if the indoor pool and steam room were working ( and the jacuzzi was hotter).
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Marina Club Suite Hotel
Nice location, clean hotel, easy walking and comfortable
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
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 seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its lively bars.
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 family-friendly area.
Activities
From Lagos: 2.5-Hour Guided Coastal Boat Tour & Grotto Visit
Lisbon: Lisbon Oriente Station to/from Lagos Central Station
From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]
Sunrise Benagil Full Caves Tour
Half-Day Sailing Tour in Baia de Lagos with Lunch
