We have created a list with the best luxury hotels in Algarve, Portugal. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Sara Lind & Adam Larsen. Updated December 2023.
Resort.Elegant. Vila Vita Parc is set on a clifftop overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Located in Alporchinhos, it consists of Moorish-style buildings surrounded by tropical gardens. The rooms feature a balcony or terrace where charming views of the Atlantic Ocean and Armação de Pêra can be admired. Some accommodation is fitted with a seating area and cable TV. In the landscaped gardens, Vila Vita Parc offers several pools. The hotel also offers an on-site nursery and a children’s play park. Vila Vita’s Spa features 12 treatment rooms, 1 yoga garden pavilion and the Hypoxi Studio offering revolutionary body sculpting techniques. A gym is available as well and sports activities on-site include mini golf and a tennis court. With 12 restaurants and 6 bars, the food offered varies from local Portuguese seafood dishes to Asian cuisine. Vila Vita Parc features a wine cellar stocked with fine wines.Show full description
This absolutely gorgeous property is in a beautiful beachfront setting, nicely overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. I really like the rooftop area with many sunbeds, an outdoor shower, and a fantastic infinity pool. Such an excellent relaxing spot!
Romantic. Relaxing atmosphere. Comfortable beds.Opened May 2021. Set in Aljezur, 10 km from Aljezur Castle, Praia do Canal Nature Retreat offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a terrace, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna. The area is popular for hiking and cycling, and bike hire is available at this 5-star hotel. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The units at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Every room has a coffee machine, while certain rooms here will provide you with a balcony and others also provide guests with sea views. At Praia do Canal Nature Retreat each room comes with bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Praia do Canal Nature Retreat also features a wellness area, where guests can make the most of facilities like a hammam. Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park is 16 km from the hotel, while Santo António Golf Course is 32 km away. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 103 km from Praia do Canal Nature Retreat.Show full description
This is likely the most ROMANTIC luxury hotel in Algarve.
Elegant. Charming. Popular among couples. The 5-star Vila Joya boasts a Two Michelin Star Restaurant and scenic Ocean views. The award-winning resort features two outdoor pools, spa facilities and a golf academy, offering customized training. The luxurious guest rooms feature a Moorish-inspired design and offer balconies overlooking the coast. All rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with a cable TV, a minibar, and a CD/DVD player. Free WiFi is also available. Vila Joya Spa offers various therapies and features a sauna, a steam bath and an outdoor hot tub. Guests of Vila Joya can also relax at the hotel’s garden or terrace and enjoy the landscape. Vila Joya’s prestigious restaurant was ranked in San Pellegrino's World´s 50 Best Restaurants. It proposes a set menu of Mediterranean seafood with high-quality French haute cuisine, using fresh local ingredients from the Algarve markets. Hotel Vila Joya is located next to Praia de Galé beach and is less than 40 km away from Faro Airport. A private limousine transfer, to and from the airport, is available for an extra fee. Free on-site parking is possible.Show full description
A luxurious hotel in the Algarve region of Portugal with a private grassy pool area. The hotel has direct access to the beach, and the restaurant offers an excellent dining experience.
Boutique hotel.Rooftop pool. Rooftop restaurant.Opened October 2020. Featuring 2 restaurants, 1 bar and views of city, 3HB Faro is set in Faro, 7 km from Faro Airport. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and room service. The hotel features family rooms. The units come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kettle, a coffee machine and a desk. They also include a wardrobe and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. Guests at 3HB Faro can enjoy a buffet breakfast. The accommodation offers a terrace with city views, an infinity pool and an outdoor fireplace. Popular points of interest near 3HB Faro include Carmo Church & Bones Chapel, Faro Marina and Cathedral of Faro. The nearest airport is Faro, 7 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
It might be one of the most BEAUTIFUL and LUXURIOUS hotels in Algarve, with excellent modern facilities and a restaurant with good breakfast options. The rooftop pool is the real highlight, with comfy lounge seating and a great pool bar.
Resort. Offering an infinity pool, the luxury 5-star Conrad Algarve is set in the golfers’ paradise Quinta do Lago. Its high-tech rooms feature balconies overlooking the palms or the pool. All rooms at Conrad combine contemporary design and elegant grey shades. They feature free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and a marble bathroom with rain shower. Other amenities include an bluetooth sound system and a Nespresso coffee machine. All-day dining is offered at Conrad Algarve, where 3 restaurants and 3 bars can be found. The modern Portuguese Louro, the Michelin-star Gusto by Heinz Beck offering upscale Mediterranean dining concept with a vibrant open kitchen display and the sophisticated Lago Lounge. A variety of cocktails and refreshments are served around the two pools. Conrad Algarve’s spa includes a relaxing sauna and an indoor pool. Guests can also train at the fitness centre, or enjoy some open-air activity at one of the surrounding golf courses.Show full description
Charming. Historic. Popular among couples. Set in a stately historical building, Bela Vista offers boutique accommodation on the cliffs of Praia da Rocha. Guests will enjoy the direct access to beach area of this property, the first hotel of the Algarve Region. Bela Vista consists of 3 separate houses, each with a unique design. All rooms are decorated with a marine theme and most provide views of the Atlantic Ocean from private balconies. Amenities include free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Al fresco dining is possible on the terrace of the restaurant, facing the sun setting in the evenings. The menu is based on staple Algarvean and Portuguese food, complemented by a varied wine list. The new Marina of Portimão is 800 metres away and bikes can be rented to explore the surrounding area. Faro International Airport can be reached in 1 hour from the Bela Vista Hotel & Spa. Alto Golf Course is 2,5 km away.Show full description
An excellent hotel perched on top of the sea offers a Michelin-starred restaurant and an incredibly designed lobby bar. Such a perfect venue to leave the hustle and bustle of city life!
Very stylish. Trendy. Comfortable beds.Opened May 2021. The White Shell is an Eco-friendly Resort is BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method) certified. Featuring a restaurant and free Wi-Fi throughout the property, White Shell Beach Villas is located in Porches. Among the various facilities are an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, as well as a bar. The resort has a garden and features a terrace. Comprising 55 Villas of various sizes - from one to three bedrooms - with a simple but contemporary architecture signed by the renowned Saraiva+Associados studio, White Shell is a five-star eco-resort inspired by the organic forms of nature.The units at the resort come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen and a dining area. White Shell Beach Villas offers a range of wellness facilities including an indoor pool, a hammam and a hot tub. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including hiking and tennis. Speaking English and Portuguese, staff are always on hand to help at the 24-hour front desk. Albufeira is 12 km from the accommodation, while Portimão is 14 km from the property. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 38 km from White Shell Beach Villas.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most STYLISH resorts in Algarve. It also has super comfortable beds.
Luxury Hotel.Beautiful. Great views. Located on cliffs overlooking Praia das Gaivotas and the Atlantic Ocean, Vilalara Thalassa Resort features a luxurious spa, 6 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Spacious suites are surrounded by extensive landscaped gardens, 3 tennis courts and 1 padel court. The air-conditioned guest rooms have private balconies overlooking the gardens, the sea or the pool. Free WiFi, satellite TV and a large seating area are offered in all rooms. Guests can enjoy thalassotherapy treatments and hot stone massages at the spa. A sauna and a Turkish bath are featured. Vilalara Thalassa offers a fitness centre and yoga classes. The B&G Restaurant is a low-calorie restaurant offering gourmet Portuguese cuisine and a buffet breakfast. The Terrace Grill is a seasonal restaurant providing seafood and summer barbecues. Tonic Lounge Bar has sea views from its poolside location. Vilalara Thalassa Resort has direct access to the Praia das Gaivotas beach and a car and bicycle rental service is provided by the resort. Aeroporto Internacional de Faro is 57 km away and free private parking is available on site.Show full description
A luxurious hotel is set in a valley facing the ocean and surrounded by a beautiful garden. It has comfortable rooms with stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean, tennis courts, and a fantastic spa.
Resort.Great location. Popular among women. Set in Vale do Lobo in the Algarve Region, 18 km from Albufeira, the beachfront Dunas Douradas Beach Club features an 3 outdoor pools, one of them for children, as well as an indoor pool, a sauna and a hot tub. The resort has a terrace and views of the sea, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. The rooms include a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Certain units feature a seating area where you can relax. You will find a coffee machine in the room. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom equipped with a bath or shower. Extras include bath robes, free toiletries and a hair dryer. Breakfast is available upon request at the Dunas Douradas Beach Club. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. This resort has a private beach area and bike hire is available. The area is popular for golfing and horse riding. Faro is 11 km from Dunas Douradas Beach Club, while Vilamoura is 7 km away. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 8 km from the property.Show full description
A beautiful resort with everything you might need, including a picturesque outdoor pool and s rooftop terrace nicely overlooking the landscape. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, with an outdoor hot tub, which is excellent if you want to enjoy the tranquility.
Luxury Hotel. Located between Vilamoura and Albufeira and overlooking Falésia Beach, EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel offers luxury accommodations set in a landscaped pinewood with direct access to the beach, an extensive spa, an indoor pool and five outdoor swimming pools. Rooms at EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel are generously sized and in a contemporary design, complemented by white marble bathrooms with rain showers and bathtubs. All rooms also offer a balcony with ocean, pool or resort views. Free WiFi access is available throughout the resort. EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel boasts 5 restaurants – Abyad, Al Quimia, Open Deck, Lima and Uddo - that offer a contemporary menu filled with sophisticated tastes that will take our guests on a trip into the world different flavors, focusing specially on Algarvian ones. Enjoy your late afternoon or evening with a relaxing drink in the trendy Bluum Bar. Recreational facilities include a multi-sports court, a fitness centre and an extensive spa. For families with children (ages from 4 to 12 years old), a seasonal kids’ club provides supervised activities and care, so that parents can take a break and relax for a while. EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel features a congress centre for business and social events. Faro International Airport is 30 km away and Albufeira’s city centre is a 15-minute drive away. Free on-site car parking is available. The property features direct access to the beach.Show full description
I really like this place...The good-sized rooms have charming balconies full of privacy and are nicely overlooking the landscape. The daily breakfast is really nice, with lots of fresh fruit, and free fitness classes twice a day are a great addition.
Lovely property. Relaxing atmosphere. Popular among women. Octant Vila Monte, a member of the Design Hotels group, offers a retreat with a garden and 2 outdoor swimming pools in Moncarapacho, 10 km from Olhão. Featuring typical Algarve architecture, the unit is divided in 4 buildings, a 10-minute drive away from the Fuseta beach. Set among an orange grove, the air-conditioned rooms boast rich fabrics and a colourful décor. Each room has a flat-screen cable TV, free WiFi, digital safety deposit box, minibar, coffee machine and bathroom amenities in the private bathroom, along with a hairdryer. Farm House’s restaurant serves Algarvian delicacies, all made from fresh ingredients including fish from the local markets and the resort's own fruits and herbs. The restaurant includes a continuous all-day service. Right when entering the property, guests will find a new concept named the Lobby Market. This space includes reception, bar, lounge, esplanade, library, a grocery store with local items and gourmet products, the hotel manager's desk and the À Terra restaurant. Several activities can be organized with the front desk and guest relations, such as Hydro Fitness classes, horse riding, visits to the local market on Saturdays with the Chef, fishing in Ria Formosa , boat trips, trekking, among others. During the Summer months there are open air movie sessions and boat rides to the beach on Fuseta island. Octant Vila Monte is less than 25-minute drive from Faro Airport and Ria Formosa Natural Park. City Tax : 2€ per person above 16 years, per night up to a maximum of 5 nights, not included in the room rates. City tax directly paid at the hotel. From november to march: 1 € per person above 16 years, per night up to a maximum of 5 nights.Show full description
Hip. Nice style. Great value.Opened January 2022. Located in Albufeira, less than 1 km from Evaristo Beach, W Algarve provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. 1 km from Balbina Beach and 1.2 km from Castelo Beach, the property offers a terrace and a bar. You can play table tennis at this 5-star hotel, and bike hire and car hire are available. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Guest rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Each room comes with a coffee machine, while certain rooms include a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and an oven. At W Algarve the rooms come with bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options are available daily at the accommodation. At W Algarve you will find a restaurant serving Italian, Mediterranean and Portuguese cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. The hotel offers a children's playground. Albufeira Marina is 3.4 km from W Algarve, while Albufeira Old Town Square is 5.3 km away. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 50 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This trendy and beautifully designed boutique hotel provides spacious and stylish rooms with modern amenities and stunning views of the pool and coastline. The hotel has a cool and relaxed atmosphere, with a DJ playing by the pool during the day.
Delightful property. Highly elegant. Cosy rooms. This charming, 19th century manor house was converted into a design country house with modern interiors. It features free Wi-Fi, indoor and outdoor pools and massage treatments. Praia da Luz is just 2 km away. The elegant rooms at the Vila Valverde are fitted with modern furnishings and plush beds. Each has floor-to-ceiling windows, a seating area and satellite TV. Guests can enjoy regional and international cuisine at the contemporary restaurant. Local drinks are served in a relaxing atmosphere at the bar. Vila Valverde Design Country Hotel offers free, private parking on site and car and bicycle rental services. Lagos Train Station is a 5-minute drive away.Show full description
This might be one of the most beautiful, elegant and relaxing boutique hotels in Algarve! It also has very cosy rooms. WOW!
Boutique hotel.Superb breakfast. Comfortable beds. Offering an outdoor pool and a fitness centre, OZADI Tavira Hotel is located in Tavira. Featuring a contemporary design, free WiFi access is available throughout the hotel. Each air-conditioned room features a mix of stylish vintage and modern décor and comes equipped with soundproofing, a flat-screen cable TV, a wardrobe, a desk, a balcony with views of the surroundings and a minibar. The private bathrooms have a bath or a shower plus free toiletries and a hairdryer. OZADI Tavira Hotel provides 2 restaurants with 2 different moods. OZADI Terrace offers panoramic views of the salt flats and the sea and serves a buffet. The Orangea Bistro, with its relaxed atmosphere, serves a variety of tapas and wines plus à la carte dinners. In addition guests can relax at the pool bar. A buffet breakfast with gluten free options is available on request. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, OZADI Tavira Hotel provides a daily maid service, room service, laundry service, airport shuttle, free shuttle to Tavira and various child services. Guests can request a massage in the room as well as use the available Turkish bath. Alternatively guests can read a book at the library and lounge or play a pool match in the games room. Guests have plenty of beaches to choose from. The Eastern part of Algarve offers the warmest waters and guests can access these beaches via a short ferry boat trip. The beaches of Barril, Cabanas and Terra Estreita offer tranquility. Faro International Airport is 42 km away.Show full description
Historic property. Charming. Great location. Pousada Convento de Tavira is set around the quiet courtyard of the 16th-century St. Augustine’s Convent. Just few minutes’ walk from the Roman Bridge over Gilão River, it offers an outdoor pool and charging stations for electric vehicles . All of the rooms in this central Tavira hotel overlook the courtyard or the hotel’s pool garden, while some come with a balcony. Each has a private en suite bathroom with tub and hairdryer. Guests can relax under shady umbrellas on the poolside sun loungers. The colonnaded courtyard provides a pleasant retreat on hot days. At night, guests can read a book by the open fireplace in the elegant lounge. A daily breakfast buffet is offered in the dining room or in the courtyard outdoors. The restaurant serves delectable local and international cuisine for lunch and dinner. Ilha de Tavira’s white beaches are situated just 15 minutes’ drive from the Pousada. Excellent golf opportunity is offered by Benamor Golfe Course, 7 km away. Plenty of restaurants are found near the Pousada Convento de Tavira.Show full description
This is likely the most HISTORIC luxury hotel in Algarve. It also has a great location!
Luxury Hotel.Opened January 2022. Attractively set in the Sesmarias district of Albufeira, W Residences Algarve is situated 3.2 km from Albufeira Marina, 5 km from Albufeira Old Town Square and 5 km from Fisherman's Beach. The property is set 6 km from Algarve Shopping Center, 7 km from The Strip - Albufeira and 3.4 km from Nossa Senhora da Orada Hermitage. Some rooms at the property have a balcony with a sea view. Church of Sant'Ana is 4.2 km from the hotel, while Church of Sao Sebastiao - Sacred Art Museum is 4.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 30 km from W Residences Algarve.Show full description
Great value. Great views. Popular among women. Hotel Rural Quinta do Marco - Nature & Dining is located in Santa Catarina da Fonte do Bispo by Algarve’s Caldeirão Ridge and offers far-reaching views of the Atlantic Ocean. The 18-hectare property is surrounded by green farmland, providing a unique sense of quietness. The recently renovated air-conditioned ample rooms offer a modern décor and are equipped with a TV and a private bathroom. The property comes with free WiFi. The on-site restaurant offers a rich local menu made with organic products from the property and provides panoramic views over the unique Algarve landscape. There are also various common areas for relaxation as well as an outdoor swimming pool for adults and children. Sun-covered areas allow guests to relax and perhaps read a book. The hotel provides several experiences like feeding the farm animals, donkey rides for children and harvest of olives, carobs and medronho berries. Harvesting activities depend on the season. The centre of Tavira is 11 km from the Quinta do Marco and Faro International Airport is 33 km away. The nearest golf course is 16 km away and Tavira Island is 12 km away reachable via boat.Show full description
Great views. Nice interior design. Popular among couples. An intimate getaway overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Boutique Hotel Vivenda Miranda is located in Lagos, only a 5-minute stroll from the beach. It features an outdoor spa pool, sauna and massage options. The uniquely furnished rooms at Boutique Hotel Vivenda Miranda feature private balconies or terraces, all with Porto de Mós beach views and mature Mediterranean gardens. Each has a minibar and satellite TV. This property has small gym available. A daily breakfast is served made with fresh and local products. The Mirandus gourmet restaurant offers haute cuisine in romantic ambience with a unique panoramic sea view. The Charme D Orient provides a wide range of ethical, organic treatments and products, treatment and steam rooms. Guests can enjoy the peacefulness of the elegant reading room with a beautiful panoramic terrace. Boutique Hotel Vivenda Miranda has a car rental, handy for visitors who wish to explore the area. The Boavista Golf Course is 3 km away and Faro International Airport is 90 km away.Show full description
This unique boutique hotel is located on a scenic coastline, offering stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. The warm and stylish rooms and suites, along with a spa and outdoor pool, provide a tranquil and luxurious retreat for travelers looking for a peaceful getaway.
Historic. Rooftop bar. Great breakfast. Located a 5-minute walk from Tavira’s bustling town centre, Maria Nova Lounge Hotel - Adults Only enjoys a quiet hillside location. Its modern rooms feature a private balcony. Facilities include indoor and outdoor pools. Maria Nova Lounge Hotel’s rooms are decorated with wooden floors, modern furniture, and large windows. All rooms have a minibar, satellite TV, and an en suite bathroom. The rooms have either panoramic city or mountain views. The Nomad Bar Lounge Terrace offers an extensive list of cocktails and panoramic views over Tavira. Poolside snack bar Alagoa has a fantastic terrace and serves light snacks, drinks and ice creams. The main restaurant, Restaurante Balsa By São Sebastian offers an international menu. Tavira Castle is just 900 metres from Maria Nova Lounge Hotel, and the Tavira train station is 1.5 km away. Ria Formosa Natural Park is 16 km from the hotel.Show full description
Charming. Cool. Popular among couples and women. Offering outdoor pool;Hotel Capela das Artes is located in Alcantarilha, 3 km from Armação de Pêra. Free WiFi access is available in this historical building. This accommodation will provide guests with a TV and air conditioning. Featuring a bath, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests can enjoy a pool view and a garden view from all the rooms. Hotel Capela das Artes offers guests a various rooms for meetings and events. Guests can visit the traditional restaurants within 300 metres and taste the Algarve gastronomy and their fish and seafood specialties. Services provided include airport shuttle and daily maid service. Besides the spacious lawn with sun loungers surrounding the pool.Guests can also visit the 17th century old olive oil press of Quinta da Cruz and the chapel in the property from the 15th century, classified as a monument of public interest. Guests can relax in this 6 hectares of olive grove property completed with several pieces of art. Golf lovers will find various golf courses within 5 km including the Amendoeira, Ocêanico and Salgados. Access to the A22 motorway is 1 km away and Albufeira 11 km away. Portimão is a 17-minute drive away and Faro International Airport is 47 km away.Show full description
I think this place could be the most CHARMING boutique hotel in Algarve.
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