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Our guide on where to stay in Sotavento

Find the best Sotavento areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Sotavento
Faro Cathedral featuring heritage elements

Faro City Centre

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Faro City Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Faro Marina and A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve while in the area.

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Sotavento Holiday

Our pick of the best Sotavento Hotel Deals

AP Eva Senses

AP Eva Senses

4 out of 5
Avenida da Republica, 1 Faro
The price is NZ$226 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
NZ$226
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
We love everything at this hotel Great room with views of Marina and Formosa Gym was immaculate and pool Great bar with friendly bar tender Reception were so helpful and friendly

Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025

AP Eva Senses
Stay Hotel Faro Centro

Stay Hotel Faro Centro

3 out of 5
Rua de Portugal 17 Faro
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$90 per night from 28 Dec to 29 Dec
NZ$90
28 Dec - 29 Dec
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (994 reviews)
Great place to stay close to shops and restaurants.

Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025

Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Domes Lake Algarve, Autograph Collection

Domes Lake Algarve, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
Praia Da Falesia, Apartado 811 Loulé
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$398 per night from 2 Jan to 3 Jan
NZ$398
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (999 reviews)
Excellent breakfast. Nice room. Goid place to relax.

Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025

Domes Lake Algarve, Autograph Collection
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Discover the most popular places to visit in Sotavento

Vilamoura Marina featuring a bay or harbour

Vilamoura Marina

4/5(2 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
Faro Island Beach featuring a sandy beach and general coastal views

Faro Island Beach

5/5(3 reviews)

Rent kayaks and surfboards to ride the waves lapping this narrow stretch of sand, which serves as a wall between ocean and river.

Faro Island Beach
Ilha da Culatra Beach showing a beach and general coastal views as well as a small group of people

Ilha da Culatra Beach

Located on a small island that separates Rio Formosa Natural Park from the sea, this undeveloped beach offers calm, clean waters and few crowds.

Ilha da Culatra Beach

Frequently asked questions

Can I cancel my flight booking to Sotavento due to COVID-19?
Many airlines now offer more flexibility due to COVID-19. Our convenient Customer Service Portal will help you solve most questions about which policies apply to your flight. It's also worth checking the terms and conditions of your fare — preferably before purchasing your tickets!
What's the best way to find cheap flights to Sotavento that have flexible change policies?
By using our handy "No change fee" filter, that's how. Just enter your origin, destination and dates, click "Search," then select the box directly underneath the "Flexible change policies" heading (left-hand side of your screen). Expedia makes it a cinch to find flexible, low-cost tickets to Sotavento.
What are some of the general tips for travellers to Sotavento during the COVID-19 outbreak?
The COVID-19 outbreak has transformed the world in so many ways, including our approach to travel. The following tips will help you understand the new challenges and get you ready for your flight to Sotavento:
  • Find out what, if any, restrictions or rules apply to both your origin and destination. It may not be possible to travel depending on local circumstances, so make sure you check in advance.
  • Wear a face mask during airport screening. A TSA employee will ask you to adjust your mask to verify your identity.
  • To avoid cross-contamination, position your boarding pass on the scanner yourself and then hold it up for inspection. Do not hand your pass directly to a TSA agent.
  • One liquid hand sanitizer container is now permitted in your carry-on baggage. It must be no larger than 12 oz (350 ml), and you'll have to remove it from your bag for scanning.
  • To reduce handling during the screening process, put items such as your phone, keys and wallet into your carry-on rather than into the bins.
  • If you want to take food on the plane, put it in a clear plastic bag and then into a screening bin. This reduces the likelihood that a TSA officer will need to handle your food container or carry-on bag for inspection.

Which airlines fly to Sotavento?
Let British Airways get you there. This popular carrier provides 160 flights every month to Faro Intl. Airport (FAO), a Sotavento gateway.
How can I find cheap tickets to Sotavento?
One of the easiest ways to get a hold of cheap tickets to Sotavento is to be flexible with your dates. Search for your flights, then click "flexible dates" above the results. You'll see the cheapest prices for nearby days. The lowest price for a flight to Sotavento in the last seven days was . Booking well ahead will usually help you pick up an even bigger bargain.
How much is a flight to Sotavento?
There were plenty of budget-friendly fares for the taking in the last seven days, with the cost of a round-trip flight to Sotavento varying between and . Many lucky travellers locked in one-way tickets from () for just .
What are the most popular airports to fly into in Sotavento?
Start organising your Sotavento journey by securing one of the 3094 flights per month to Faro Intl. Airport (FAO). This is the region's main gateway.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Sotavento?
If you'd prefer to spend your money getting to know Sotavento rather than on your journey there, leave earlier in the week. The most economical day to travel is generally Tuesday, with Monday close behind. With many folks keeping their travel to weekends, Saturday often has the most expensive airfares.
How much is a plane ticket to Sotavento?
In the last seven days, airfares to Sotavento ranged between and . Prices depend on multiple things, particularly the time of departure, airline, cabin class and when you make your booking.
Which airlines with flights to Sotavento employ COVID-19 cleanliness policies?
While travelling during an ongoing pandemic can be a challenging experience, airlines have worked around the clock to protect the well-being of passengers and cabin crew. These are a few carriers that have implemented changes:
  • Ryanair - this airline is known for cleaning with disinfectant and providing passenger masks.
  • EasyJet - this airline is known for cleaning with disinfectant and providing passenger masks.
  • Jet2 - this airline is known for conducting passenger temperature checks and cleaning with disinfectant.

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