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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$215 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
AU$215
30 Nov - 1 Dec
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! (1,008 reviews)
Room and food were awesome. Beautiful view good location-our only complaint was the staff at check-in- unfriendly and not helpful

Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025

AP Eva Senses
Stay Hotel Faro Centro

Stay Hotel Faro Centro

3 out of 5
Rua de Portugal 17 Faro
The price is AU$84 per night from 10 Dec to 11 Dec
AU$84
10 Dec - 11 Dec
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! (994 reviews)
Just what was needed for an overnight stay in Faro during Storm Claudia. Comfortable, clean single room right in the centre of town with all the required facilities & a professional and friendly staff. I didn’t have the breakfast as I had an early start but it looked pretty good. Will definitely ...

Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025

Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor

Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor

5 out of 5
Av dos Descobrimentos Loule Faro
The price is AU$279 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$279
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Loulé. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (996 reviews)
Great location

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor
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! (715 reviews)
We would of gave this property at best a 3 star if for not Fabio at the front desk. Without getting into all the details of our A/C stuck heating on heat. Anyways, Fabio profusely apoligized for the issue and immediately upgraded us to mini kitchen ocean front. Thus gesture and attention to details ...

Reviewed on 8 Oct 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
Four Seasons Vilamoura

Four Seasons Vilamoura

4 out of 5
Rua da Holanda, 507 Loulé
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Loulé. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (656 reviews)
Apartment roomy , clean and kitchen fully equipped. Best of all it has English tv.

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025

Four Seasons 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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