Silves Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal cityscape with a beach, palm trees, and a mix of modern and traditional architecture.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with people walking.
A sandy beach with a wooden boardwalk, a flagpole with a flag, and a cityscape in the distance.
Two people sitting on beach chairs on a sandy beach with waves in the background.
A historic town with a prominent church, a castle, and flags on a hill.

Our guide on where to stay in Silves

Find the best Silves areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Casa Queimada

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Casa Queimada and surrounding area, you can visit Cruz de Portugal Monument and Albufeira do Funcho.

Foral

When in Foral, you can plan a visit to Algarve Shopping Mall and Krazy World Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Hotel Colina Dos Mouros

Hotel Colina Dos Mouros

3 out of 5
Pocinho Santo Silves
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$127 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$127
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Silves. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very good! (495 reviews)
"views were very nice! clean spacious room with good AC"

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Hotel Colina Dos Mouros
Vila Gale Nautico Resort Hotel

Vila Gale Nautico Resort Hotel

4 out of 5
Vale do Olival Silves Armacao de Pera
The price is AU$259 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
AU$259
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Silves. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Salgados Beach and Marinha Beach are located ...
8.4/10 Very good! (121 reviews)
"Good located hotel which is close to the beach. Not as noisy as some of the other towns which was a plus for us. Staff were great helpful."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Vila Gale Nautico Resort Hotel
Marsuites B&B

Marsuites B&B

3 out of 5
Beco da Fábrica Silves
The price is AU$143 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
AU$143
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Silves. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (132 reviews)
"Wonderful staff"

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Marsuites B&B
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Peralux

Peralux

Largo 1º de maio nº 23, Pera Silves Faro
Stay at this apartment in Silves. Enjoy an outdoor pool, daily housekeeping and a garden. Popular attractions Albufeira Old Town Square and Salgados Beach are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (41 reviews)
"The location was great for a visit to Zoo marine. Parking was a bit of a challenge but the host helped us sort it out. The pool was great and the apartment was very nice. My only complaint is the sofa bed was not that comfortable, but we made it work."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Peralux
Villa Albert, Pool, Jacuzzi, Games Room

Villa Albert, Pool, Jacuzzi, Games Room

Armação de Pêra
Stay at this villa in Silves. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Marinha Beach and Salgados Beach are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Excellent stay for friends and family
"We stayed at Villa Albert with a large group of friends and had a fantastic time. The villa offered plenty of space and privacy, while the shared areas were perfect for spending time together. The pool, BBQ area and games room were enjoyed by everyone."

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026

Villa Albert, Pool, Jacuzzi, Games Room
Hobbit Houses

Hobbit Houses

Silves Faro
Stay at this holiday home in Silves. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Cruz de Portugal Monument and Silves Castle are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (79 reviews)
"Nous avons été déçus de la prestation. Le lit n'était pas confortable et bruits de travaux ce qui est dommage."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Hobbit Houses
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Stay near popular Silves attractions

A sandy beach with a wooden fence, a person sitting on the sand, and the ocean in the background.

Salgados Beach

9.2/10 (132 reviews)
Visit this typical Algarve beach to stretch out on its pristine sand, play a round of golf and spot exotic birds at a nature reserve.
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Activities

Portimão: Benagil Sea Caves Speedboat Adventure Tour

Portimão: Benagil Sea Caves Speedboat Adventure Tour

AU$20
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Portimão: Benagil Sea Caves Speedboat Adventure Tour
Vilamoura: Benagil Cave Boat Tour with Entry&Dolphin search

PREMIUM Benagil Cave Boat Tour with Entry & Dolphin search

AU$68
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
PREMIUM Benagil Cave Boat Tour with Entry & Dolphin search
Albufeira: Coastline and Benagil Caves Tour by Catamaran

Albufeira: Coastline and Benagil Caves Tour by Catamaran

AU$57
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Coastline and Benagil Caves Tour by Catamaran
From Albufeira: Half-Day Algarve Jeep Safari

From Albufeira: Half-Day Algarve Jeep Safari

AU$65
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Albufeira: Half-Day Algarve Jeep Safari
Albufeira: Dolphin Watching and Benagil Cave

Albufeira: Dolphin Watching and Benagil Cave

AU$51
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Dolphin Watching and Benagil Cave
Portimao: Luxury Sail-Yacht Cruise with Sunset Option

Portimao: Luxury Sail-Yacht Cruise with Sunset Option

AU$52
per adult
Portimao: Luxury Sail-Yacht Cruise with Sunset Option
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Cities near Silves

A beach with a sunset, calm sea, and a boat in the distance.

Albufeira

A beach with rocky cliffs and calm waves.

Portimão

Praia do Garrão (beach) at Almancil, Portugal

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