Barlavento Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Barlavento
Albufeira Old Town
Albufeira Old Town is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Albufeira Old Town Square or Peneco Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Praia da Rocha
Travellers to Praia da Rocha praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Três Castelos Beach and Algarve Casino.
Centro Histórico
Centro Histórico is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lagos Municipal Market and First European Slave Market.
Albufeira Center
A noteworthy feature of Albufeira Center is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Albufeira Old Town Square and Peneco Beach.
Praia Dona Ana
If you're spending some time in Praia Dona Ana, Dona Ana Beach and Batata Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Porto de Mós
If you're spending some time in Porto de Mós, Porto de Mos Beach and Golfo de Cádiz are top sights worth seeing.
Vila Vita Parc
Kitchen - basic. Shops plenty
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Tivoli Carvoeiro
Lovely Ocean-view Room with the best Breakfast in Carvoeiro
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Belmar Spa & Beach Resort
Booked an apartment room. Had everything we expected including washing machine. Overlooked the adults only pool which was very quiet.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Belmar Spa & Beach Resort
Booked an apartment room. Had everything we expected including washing machine. Overlooked the adults only pool which was very quiet.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Villa Doris Suites
The apartment was very nice, modern, and right on the water. Right outside our door was an entrance to the boardwalk that overlooks the southern coast of Lagos. It was a 7 minute drive to the marina where we parked for the day so we could walk around town.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Marina Club Suite Hotel
Weather wasn't nice enough to use pool. Town is small enough most everything was walkable. Was really windy all the time we were there-dont know if thats normal or we just hit a bad time.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Popular places to visit
Albufeira Old Town Square
Framed by bars, galleries and shops, this leafy plaza is a great starting point for exploring the treasures of Albufeira’s historic center.
Falesia Beach
Pine groves crown the scorched red-orange cliffs edging this long and wide beach, complete with comfortable amenities, watersports options and lifeguard patrols.
Praia da Luz
Praia da Luz is a beautiful sandy beach located just 6 km away from Lagos in the Algarve, Portugal. It’s located in the picturesque village of Luz, known for its narrow roads lined with bougainvillea flowers.
Alvor Beach
Kitesurf, head out on the water on a paddleboat or kayak around the surrounding coastline at this Blue Flag-awarded beach.
Marina de Lagos
Admire the exclusive yachts in the harbor, enjoy sangria at a bar in view of the water and visit the wax museum.
The Strip
You can do some window-shopping at The Strip during your visit to Albufeira e Olhos de Água. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars.
