Sotavento Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Vilamoura which includes drinks or beverages and food
Faro featuring a sunset, a sandy beach and general coastal views
Olhao
Olhao featuring a square or plaza, heritage elements and a church or cathedral
Algarve

Where to stay in Sotavento

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Vale do Lobo

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Vale do Lobo. A stop by Vale do Lobo Beach or Garrao Beach might round out your trip.

Vale do Lobo
Faro Cathedral featuring heritage elements

Faro City Centre

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.

Faro City Centre
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Quinta do Lago

Beaches, golf courses and restaurants are some highlights of Quinta do Lago. Make a stop by Quinta do Lago Golf or Quinta do Lago Beach while you're exploring.

Quinta do Lago
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Cavacos

Cavacos is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Quarteira Beach or Vilamoura Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Cavacos
Faro featuring a sunset, a sandy beach and general coastal views

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Sé, A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve and Faro Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.

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Vale do Garrão

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Vale do Garrão. A stop by Garrao Beach or Quinta do Lago Beach might round out your trip.

Vale do Garrão
AP Eva Senses

AP Eva Senses

4 out of 5
Avenida da Republica, 1, Faro
The price is AU$356 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$356
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Faro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Well located hotel in Faro, next to marina and near old town, shops and. restaurants and transport links. Breakfast buffet good, happy hour was great and room comfortable."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

AP Eva Senses
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto

Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto

3 out of 5
Caixa Postal 409-A, Estrada Nacional 125-10, Faro
The price is AU$271 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$271
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
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Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
Stay Hotel Faro Centro

Stay Hotel Faro Centro

3 out of 5
Rua de Portugal 17, Faro
The price is AU$206 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
AU$206
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (995 reviews)
"Super convenient. Would like to see an option of a mini fridge in the rooms; however the staff were extremely accommodating and kept a few things in a staff fridge for us."

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Vale do Lobo Resort

Vale do Lobo Resort

5 out of 5
Vale Do Lobo, Loulé
Book a stay at this spa apartment in Loulé. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Falesia Beach and Quarteira Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (239 reviews)
"Loved the resort shuttle service which was mostly very prompt. Grocery store nearby. clean rooms."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Vale do Lobo Resort
Four Seasons Vilamoura

Four Seasons Vilamoura

4 out of 5
Rua da Holanda, 507, Loulé
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Loulé. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (642 reviews)
Great stay
"Beautiful hotel and a great location. Hotel is spotlessly clean and all the staff are friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

Four Seasons Vilamoura
Vila Gale Ampalius

Vila Gale Ampalius

4 out of 5
Avenida Praia Da Marina, Loulé
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Loulé. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Falesia Beach and Vilamoura Beach ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (701 reviews)
Excellent Hotel.
"Excellent Hotel, would recommend. Very close to beach, bars & restaurants. Staff at hotel couldn't do enough to help."

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

Vila Gale Ampalius
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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