Cabo de Santa Maria Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A wooden boardwalk leading to a modern building with large windows and solar panels, set against a desert landscape with sparse vegetation.
A man standing on a concrete pier overlooking the ocean.
A person standing in front of a wooden signpost with city names and distances.
A sandy beach with footprints and waves.
A wide sandy beach with gentle waves and a clear blue sky.
Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG

Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG

4 out of 5
Av. do Estádio Albufeira
The price is AU$252 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$252
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (382 reviews)
"Overall was a good experience"

Reviewed on 9 July 2026

Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel

5 out of 5
Praia da Falésia, Pinhal do Concelho Albufeira
The price is AU$909 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$909
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (847 reviews)
"We had an amazing stay at Epic Sana. The property is beautiful. One note is that we were surprised that to book sun beds on the beach costs 70 euros a day. I think understand charging some amount, but 70 euros seemed a bit much given that there is no bathroom or shower. Also, have a half day fair ..."

Reviewed on 9 July 2026

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
PortoBay Blue Ocean

PortoBay Blue Ocean

4 out of 5
Quinta do Milharó, s/n Albufeira Algarve
The price is AU$616 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$616
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (245 reviews)
"Unfortunately we couldn’t enjoy the pool. Every time we went to use the pool, the only chairs available were reserved for the Ocean front rooms."

Reviewed on 9 July 2026

PortoBay Blue Ocean
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Vale do Lobo Resort

Vale do Lobo Resort

5 out of 5
Vale Do Lobo Loulé
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Loulé. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Vilamoura Marina and Falesia Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (278 reviews)
"It was great"

Reviewed on 11 July 2026

Vale do Lobo Resort
Cerro Mar Atlantico & Cerro Mar Garden

Cerro Mar Atlantico & Cerro Mar Garden

4 out of 5
Cerro do Malpique Albufeira
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (515 reviews)
"Lovely hotel right in the old town. Stunning views and lovely comfortable rooms. The pool area was also very nice with a bar and restaurant. Beware, it's on a very very long steep hill so expect to be out of breathe if you fancy walking back after a few beers :-)"

Reviewed on 7 July 2026

Cerro Mar Atlantico & Cerro Mar Garden
Cheerfulway Minichoro

Cheerfulway Minichoro

3 out of 5
Rua José Afonso Lt23 - Apartado 1059 Albufeira Algarve
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Albufeira Old Town Square ...
Cheerfulway Minichoro
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Stay near popular Cabo de Santa Maria Island attractions

Cape St. Mary

8.0/10 (1 review)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cape St. Mary during your travels in Sé e São Pedro. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
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Cities near Cabo de Santa Maria Island

A coastal scene with a sandy beach, a rocky breakwater, and a lighthouse in the distance.

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