Praia da Rocha Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Rocha Beach featuring general coastal views and a beach
Rocha Beach featuring rocky coastline, general coastal views and a sandy beach
Rocha Beach which includes a beach and general coastal views as well as a large group of people
Rocha Beach showing a coastal town, general coastal views and a beach
Rocha Beach featuring a beach and general coastal views

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
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
Praia da Marina

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.

Praia da Marina
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

Activities

Jeep splashing through the water in Algarve

Jeep Safari 4X4 Algarve Expedition with Lunch Included

AU$129
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Jeep Safari 4X4 Algarve Expedition with Lunch Included
Portimão: Kayak Tour of Benagil Caves

Portimão: Kayak Tour of Benagil Caves

AU$75
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Portimão: Kayak Tour of Benagil Caves
Inside of Benagil Cave

Catamaran Tour to Benagil Caves

AU$54
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Tour to Benagil Caves
Benagil Kayak Tour On Board a Fantastic Catamaran

Benagil Kayak Tour On Board a Fantastic Catamaran

AU$72
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Benagil Kayak Tour On Board a Fantastic Catamaran
Lisbon City Tour & Shopping

Lisbon City Tour & Shopping

AU$118
per adult
Lisbon City Tour & Shopping
Benagil Caves Tour - Breath-taking views!!

Benagil Caves Tour - Breath-taking views!!

AU$54
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Benagil Caves Tour - Breath-taking views!!
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Our pick of the best Praia da Rocha Hotel Deals

Hotel Algarve Casino

Hotel Algarve Casino

5 out of 5
Avenida Tomas Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimão, Faro
The price is AU$360 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
AU$360
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! (1,003 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
RR Hotel da Rocha

RR Hotel da Rocha

4 out of 5
Ave Tomas Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimão
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Portimão. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"We really enjoyed staying there. We ate the breakfast and it was good. I don't know what is technically eco friendly except maybe they don't wash your towels every day unless you ask. The location is excellent since it was a short walk to the beach and most of the walk was walking across the area ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

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RR Hotel da Rocha
Jupiter Algarve Hotel

Jupiter Algarve Hotel

4 out of 5
Avenida Tomas Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimão, Faro
The price is AU$303 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
AU$303
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Portimão. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (832 reviews)
"Not my first stay here, definitely not my last. This is the premier hotel to stay in during afronation music festival"

Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2025

Jupiter Algarve Hotel
Flor da Rocha

Flor da Rocha

3 out of 5
Rua das Conchas, Sitio dos Castelos, Portimão
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Portimão. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
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Flor da Rocha
NH Marina Portimao Resort

NH Marina Portimao Resort

4 out of 5
Marina Portimao, Portimão
The price is AU$313 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
AU$313
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Portimão. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (834 reviews)
"Great view of the Marina and proximity to the beach."

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

NH Marina Portimao Resort
TURIM Algarve Mor Hotel

TURIM Algarve Mor Hotel

3 out of 5
Av. Tomas Cabreira, Portimão
The price is AU$236 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$236
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Portimão. Enjoy an outdoor pool, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Rocha Beach and Carvoeiro ...
8/10 Very Good! (83 reviews)
"Great location, walking distance to the beach and restaurants"

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

TURIM Algarve Mor Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Praia da Rocha

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
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
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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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Montes de Alvor

Montes de Alvor is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Alvor area, you might plan a trip to Alvor Boardwalk or Tres Irmaos Beach.

Montes de Alvor
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Torralta

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

Torralta
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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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