Perfect for those looking for a beautiful beach getaway with a dose of luxury, hotels that dot Portugal’s idyllic coastline in the Algarve district will captivate you with their coastal charm. From a family-friendly spot to chic, upscale getaways, these hotels offer beachside locales in addition to alluring on-site restaurants and 5-star amenities. Perfect for a sunny getaway, read on to discover the best beach hotels in Portugal’s Algarve district.
Vila Vita Parc Resort & Spa - Porches
It’s hard to resist the 5-star luxury of Vila Vita Parc Resort & Spa, as its idyllic beachside setting and spacious accommodation will pamper you from the moment you step onto the property. You’ll find chic, sea-inspired rooms with ocean-view terraces and whitewashed villas with private pools, all nestled on 54 acres of subtropical gardens. Admire the Portuguese tile mosaics that adorn its interior, then enjoy the hotel’s six bars and ten restaurants that range from casual beachside to Michelin-star cuisine, while there are plenty of activities to keep you busy, from golf and tennis to water skiing and surfing.
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Ocean-view terraces and villas with private pools
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Michelin-star restaurants
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Golf course and tennis courts on-site
R. Anneliese Pohl, 8400-450 Porches, Portugal— +351 282 310 100
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel - Albufeira
You’ll be immersed in natural beauty at EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel, where you’ll find rooms and suites overlooking the pine forest and Atlantic Ocean that include private balconies, king-size beds and living rooms with sofa beds. Enjoy the intimate ambiance of Al Quimia, the on-site restaurant serving gourmet cuisine, have a light meal by the swimming pool or sip on craft cocktails at Bluum Bar. Recharge at Sayanna Wellness with Oriental treatments, a sauna, a Turkish bath and a private Jacuzzi.
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Suites with private balconies
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Beach and forest access
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Spa with sauna, Turkish bath and Jacuzzi
Pinhal do Concelho, Praia da Falésia, 8200-593 Albufeira, Portugal— +351 289 104 300
Vilalara Thalassa Resort - Porches
You’ll be pampered from head to toe at Vilalara Thalassa Resort, as the five-star resort is totally dedicated to your well-being. Located in an exclusive space with access to one of Portugal’s most picturesque beaches, the hotel boasts 27 acres of seaside gardens with five swimming pools. When you need some relaxation, head to one of the five best Thalassotherapy Centers in the world for modern treatments. The spacious suites and apartments are designed to be a comfortable home away from home, featuring private terraces and balconies and beautiful views of the surrounding gardens, pool and sea.
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Seaside garden and gold sand beach
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Heated pools, some with seawater
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Thalassotherapy center and medical spa
Praia das Gaivotas, 8400-450 Porches, Portugal— +351 282 320 000
Bela Vista Hotel & Spa - Portimão
The scenery surrounding Bela Vista Hotel & Spa is spellbinding, and its historic space is combined with warm hospitality. The opulent mansion dates back to 1918 and boasts a romantic ambiance perfect for a couple’s getaway. You can choose from a spacious Junior Suite for views overlooking the sea or go for the Double room with ocean views in the historic building. The hotel specializes in an array of memorable experiences, from dinner on the rooftop to couples massages, while outdoor activities range from jet skiing and water skiing to sailing and diving.
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Direct beach access
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Historic mansion with ocean views
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Renowned L’Occitane spa
Av. Tomás Cabreira, 8500-802 Portimão, Portugal— +351 282 460 280
Martinhal Sagres Beach Resort & Hotel - Sagres
Martinhal Sagres Beach Resort & Hotel is a beach destination the entire family can enjoy. You can choose from a variety of different accommodation styles to fit your family’s needs, including apartments, design houses and luxury villas, while the kids will delight in the activities on offer, from windsurfing and paddle boarding to kayaking and horseback riding. Of course, it will be hard to peel them away from the five swimming pools, while parents will enjoy the luxurious body wraps and massages at the on-site spa. The restaurants serve up delicious Portuguese food, and there is even a Village Square with food, drink and shops.
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Baby concierge and family activities
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Five pools with hangout spots
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Direct access to Martinhal Beach
R. Baiona la Real Apartado 54, 8650-908 Sagres, Portugal— +351 282 240 200
Tivoli Marina Vilamoura - Faro
Soak up the sunshine on a lounger at Tivoli Marina Vilamoura, an iconic hotel with five-star service. Located directly on the beachfront is perfect for both couples and families alike, with indoor and outdoor pools, golf courses and water sports. Foodies will delight in the fresh Italian produce at Oregano, sushi at Side Bar and international fare at Chilli, while you can’t go wrong with premium steaks at Pepper’s Steakhouse, followed by signature cocktails at Side Bar. You’ll find holistic healing techniques at the Tivoli Spa and a laid-back Purobeach summer beach club to ensure your stay is memorable.
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Beachfront with summer beach club
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Indoor/outdoor pools
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Spa with holistic healing techniques
Marina de Vilamoura, 8125-901 Faro, Portugal— +351 289 303 303
Dom Jose Beach Hotel - Quarteira
Dom Jose Beach Hotel’s beachfront location is perfect for sunseekers, offering rooms with elegant design and modern furniture. Take a dip in the swimming pool or head directly to the seafront promenade by Quarteira Beach, as you’re just 16 feet from the golden shoreline, where you can lounge under an umbrella. The on-site restaurant boasts views over the beach, and the terrace at Salao Bar is a perfect place to enjoy cocktails at sunset. There’s a mini-golf course if you want a break from the beach and massages available when you need to recharge.
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Promenade with Quarteira Beach access
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Mini-golf course
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Beachfront pool with bar
Av. Infante de Sagres 143, 8125-157 Quarteira, Portugal— +351 289 310 210
Vila Joya - Albufeira
Nestled in a beautiful spot in the Algarve, Vila Joya features Moorish architecture and Atlantic Ocean views in its unique rooms and suites. Budget-friendly travelers can book the Double room with a small terrace and outside sitting area with sunbeds, while those looking for more luxury can stay in the Junior Suite with stunning views of the ocean and separate living areas. Dedicated to relaxation and regeneration, the Vila Joya Spa offers a range of pampering treatments, while the wine cellar offers over 12,000 bottles of Portugal’s best wines.
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Moorish architecture with ocean views
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Wine cellar on-site
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Michelin-star restaurant
Estrada da Galé, 8200-416 Albufeira, Portugal— +351 289 591 795
Sao Rafael Atlantico - Albufeira
Sao Rafael Atlantico offers direct access to the beautiful shoreline of Sao Rafael Beach, where you can dig your toes in the sand and forget about all your worries. The hotel also features three outdoor pools surrounded by palm trees, one of which is for children. Sit in the sauna or Jacuzzi in the on-site spa or indulge in the Mediterranean cuisine at the on-site restaurant. Enjoy a fruity cocktail by the pool or watch as the day comes to a close from the lounge bar with panoramic ocean views.
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Outdoor pools with kids option
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Direct access to Sao Rafael Beach
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Luxury spa with sauna and Jacuzzi
R. dos Corais, 8200-613 Albufeira, Portugal— +351 289 599 420
Aqua Pedra dos Bicos Design Beach Hotel - Albufeira
While it’s not directly on the beach, Aqua Pedra dos Bicos Design Beach Hotel is only a short walk from the picturesque shoreline. You’ll find rooms and suites that boast a prime location just 500 meters from Albufeira’s famous nightlife and 400 meters from Praia dos Bicos. The adults-only haven has two swimming pools with sun loungers and umbrellas in addition to a rooftop sun lounge with ocean views, while a spa offers an extensive selection of massages. After you’ve worked up an appetite, head to Serenata Restaurant for Mediterranean fusion cuisine.
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Near the beach and nightlife
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Adults-only hotel
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Rooftop sun lounge and two pools
Conrad Algarve - Lagos
Head to Quinta do Lago, Portugal’s southernmost region, to check into the suave and sophisticated Conrad Algarve. This five-star hotel is home to spacious rooms, a majestic spa, five restaurants and bars, a golf course, a pool, and easy beach access, ensuring you’re never too far from dipping your toes in the ocean. Here, enjoy the natural beauty of the Ria Formosa Nature Park and the Atlantic Ocean close by, or spend your time here digging into the hotel’s Michelin-starred restaurant that serves contemporary Mediterranean cuisine. If you’re looking to head out and explore the surroundings, the hotel can offer excursions like wine tasting, pottery making, bird watching, and boat trips.
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Multiple restaurants
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Spa with 24-karat gold treatments
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Beautiful spacious rooms
Estr. da Quinta do Lago, 8135-106 Almancil, Portugal— +351 289 350 700
Carvi Beach Hotel - Faro
The Carvi Beach Hotel is located on one of the most beautiful beaches on the Algarve coast, called Praia Dona An. This means if you’re heading to the Algarve for a beach vacation, there’s really no better place to stay. This impressive hotel is a top choice for good views, home to a rooftop restaurant that offers stunning views of the ocean and the cliffs just behind. A place that ensures relaxation from morning until night, you’ll find perks including free breakfast, free internet, a spacious pool, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and even relaxing massage services, amongst plenty of other things.
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Close to the beach
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Rooftop restaurant with ocean views
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On-site swimming pool and fitness center
Praia Dona Ana, Alameda Dr. Armando Soares Ribeiro, 8600-500 Lagos, Portugal— +351 282 762 026
Crowne Plaza Vilamoura - Quarteira
The sheer size of Crowne Plaza Vilamoura means you’ll have plenty to explore when you check into this great hotel. Set in Vilamoura, a popular resort town in the Algarve, Crowne Plaza Vilamoura is home to a range of rooms and suites to suit all kinds of travelers, no matter who you’re exploring Portugal with. Here, you’ve got access to a seasonal outdoor pool, a spa, a fitness center, and a kids club for those traveling as a family. The hotel also has a restaurant serving regional and international cuisine, a bar, and a summer terrace, where you can enjoy a glass of Portuguese wine while the sun goes down.
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Beachfront location
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Kids Club + 24/7 room service
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Seasonal outdoor pool
Rua do Oceano Atlantico, Apartado 1121, EC, 8126-913 Quarteira, Portugal— +351 289 381 600
Suites Alba Resort & Spa - Lagoa
The Suites Alba Resort & Spa offers direct access to the remote Albandeira Beach, surrounded by unspoiled typical Mediterranean and Algarvean vegetation. You’ll struggle to decide where to spend your time first: down at the beach or in the infinity pool with its Atlantic Ocean views. Rooms and suites at this stylish hotel come with polished wooden floors and garden or sea views, ensuring you wake up to a beautiful backdrop each morning. When you’re not taking a dip in the sea or the pool, you can head to the spa with its high-tech facilities and treatments or the heated indoor pool, the Jacuzzi, the sauna, or the gym.
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Direct access to remote beach
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Children’s club and pool
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Spa with luxe treatments
Praia de Albandeira, 8400-403 Lagoa, Portugal— +351 282 380 700
Hilton Vilamoura - Quarteira
If you’re a fan of golfing, you’ll love the Hilton Vilamoura. Set among five of the best golf courses in the Algarve, including the famous Dom Pedro Pinhal Golf Course (which is adjacent to the resort), this luxury resort keeps you entertained on a 24/7 basis. Not a golfer? No problem: you’ll also find a range of lake-style outdoor pools with waterfalls and an extra-large futuristic spa with a mosaic indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and therapeutic massages just a phone call a day. It’s a top choice for foodies too, with Mediterranean cuisine at Cilantro, international delicacies at Moscada, grilled delicacies at Aquarela, and state-of-the-art cocktails at Rubi Bar.
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Rooms with golf course views
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Free evening shuttle to Vilamoura Marina
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Beach concession with sunbeds and snack bar
R. da Torre d'Água 4.11 1.B, 8125-615 Quarteira, Portugal— +351 289 304 000
Pine Cliffs Residence - Albufeira
If you’re traveling with family, you’ll probably appreciate a few more home comforts than your standard hotel is able to offer. This is why you’ll appreciate everything Pine Cliffs Residence does best. Here, you’ll find a range of spacious and luxurious apartments with two or three bedrooms, kitchenettes, laundry facilities, and furnished terraces or balconies. Outside, you’ll also find access to a range of five-star facilities like indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a health and fitness club, a mini market, a golf course, a tennis academy, and a spa. Wake up each morning to views of the Atlantic Ocean and Falésia Beach, or wander down to that same beach in a matter of minutes.
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Multiple dining options
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Indoor/outdoor pools, fitness club, mini market, spa
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Family apartments with two and three bedrooms
Praia da Falésia, 8200-912 Albufeira, Portugal— +351 289 500 100
Iberlagos - Lagos
Head to Iberlagos if you’re looking for more of a relaxed environment where you can spend your days exactly as you wish. While it’s a beach hotel, it’s actually made up of self-catering apartments with sweeping views of Praia da Rocha and the Atlantic down below. But you’ll still get the hotel experience, with a picturesque pool and garden setting downstairs that you’re free to explore during your time here. A top spot if you’re looking for a beach vacation, it’s close by to Lagos town center and, of course, the beach itself! When you’re not tanning or swimming, check out the Castle and the ancient Slave Market, or explore the local shops close by.
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On-site restaurant and bar
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Self-catering apartments with ocean views
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Beachfront access
Rossio da Trindade 27, 8600-613 Lagos, Portugal— +351 282 764 160
Belmar Spa & Beach Resort - Lagos
The Belmar Spa & Beach Resort might just be one of the most relaxing hotels in the Algarve, and that’s not just because of its prime location next to the beach. This is a place designed with tranquility in mind, starting with its picturesque setting and ending with its spa: a stylish, modern spot that offers a variety of treatments, including massages, a sauna, Turkish baths, Chromotherapy suites, an indoor pool, an outdoor Jacuzzi and Hydrotherapy pool. Each apartment here comes with everything you need for a comfortable stay, including full kitchens, balconies, air conditioning and black-out screens for an optimum night’s sleep.
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Spa with massages, sauna, Turkish baths, hydrotherapy
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Yoga classes and tennis lessons
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Outdoor swimming pools
Estrada de Porto de Mós, 8600-513 Lagos, Portugal— +351 282 771 800
Domes Lake Algarve - Quarteira
Domes Lake Algarve is the only hotel with access to Praia de Falesia beach, which is reason alone to book a stay at this sweet spot. A five-star resort that offers a uniquely luxurious experience in the Algarve, you’ll love the attentive staff and wide range of amenities to keep you entertained when checking in here. Like you may have guessed from its name, the Domes Lake Algarve has a private lake of its own, where you can enjoy delicious dishes at its floating restaurant and explore a range of water activities. If you’d rather eat on dry land, you’ll find multiple signature restaurants and bars elsewhere at the hotel, each with its own culinary identity and haute cuisine.
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5-star beachfront property
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Multiple restaurants and bars
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Wellness with spa and fitness center
Praia de Falesia, Apartado 81, 8126-910 Quarteira, Portugal— +351 289 320 700
Vidamar Resort Algarve - Albufeira
Sometimes you just need to switch off and spend some time enjoying the sunshine and beautiful views. If that sounds familiar, you’ll likely want to check into Vidamar Resort Algarve for. a few days. A five-star resort located in Albufeira, Faro, this spot sits close to the Salgados Beach and the Salgados Lagoon Nature Reserve, offering endless opportunities for gorgeous walks. Here, you’ll find restaurants, bars, a spa, a fitness center, and a kids club, as well as spacious rooms complete with all of the essentials. And, if you’re traveling as a couple, don’t be put off by the kids club: you’ll find an exclusive area for over 16s at this hotel, too.
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5-star property
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On-site restaurants and bars
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Spa and fitness center
R. da Boca da Alagoa Lote 1, 8200-424 Guia, Portugal— +351 289 038 000
