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

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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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
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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 Old Town Square 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$194 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
AU$194
7 Jan - 8 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Faro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Yes excellent.

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

AP Eva Senses
Stay Hotel Faro Centro

Stay Hotel Faro Centro

3 out of 5
Rua de Portugal 17 Faro
The price is AU$79 per night from 13 Jan to 14 Jan
AU$79
13 Jan - 14 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Faro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (993 reviews)
Yes, mainly the boy that work at reception

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Occidental Faro

Occidental Faro

4 out of 5
Praca D Francisco Gomes 2 Faro
The price is AU$166 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$166
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Faro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Great service lovely will Be back

Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Occidental Faro
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.
Vila Gale Ampalius Resort Hotel

Vila Gale Ampalius Resort Hotel

4 out of 5
Avenida Praia Da Marina Loulé
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Loulé. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Falesia Beach and Vilamoura Marina are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (718 reviews)
The room and hotel are very nice. The location is also great. The only issue I had was

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

Vila Gale Ampalius Resort Hotel
Vale do Lobo Resort

Vale do Lobo Resort

5 out of 5
Vale Do Lobo Loulé
Stay at this spa apartment in Loulé. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Falesia Beach and Vilamoura Marina are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (261 reviews)
Very pretty condo very equipped just need more comfortable beds. Will go again

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025

Vale do Lobo Resort
Laguna Vilamoura

Laguna Vilamoura

4 out of 5
Rua do Zimbro Loulé
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Loulé. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (196 reviews)
Excellent!!!

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Laguna Vilamoura
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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