Montes de Alvor Travel Guide

Portimão

Popular places to visit

Rocha Beach featuring a city, a coastal town and a sandy beach

Rocha Beach

4.5/5(246 reviews)

Backed by golden-red cliffs and met by the white-flecked waves of the Atlantic, this spectacular beach is one of the Algarve’s most popular.

Rocha Beach
Portimao Marina which includes a bay or harbour

Portimão Marina

4/5(16 reviews)

Acclaimed beaches and a pair of historic fortresses are part of this haven for super-sized yachts. Its orange and red buildings contain shops, bars and restaurants.

Portimão Marina
Vau Beach

Vau Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Vau Beach during your travels in Portimão? Stroll along the marina in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Vau Beach
Tres Irmaos Beach which includes general coastal views, rocky coastline and a beach

Tres Irmaos Beach

3.5/5(3 reviews)

Bring your camera to photograph this striking beach, which is dotted with large, eye-catching rocks that provide shade and shelter, and harbor several caves.

Tres Irmaos Beach
Rocha Beach showing a beach and general coastal views

Portimão Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Praia da Rocha with a trip to Portimão Harbor. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Portimão Harbor
Portimao featuring general coastal views and rugged coastline as well as a small group of people

Três Castelos Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Três Castelos Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Praia da Rocha. Stroll along the marina in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Três Castelos Beach

Things to do

Ophelia Catamaran Cruises + Beach BBQ

Ophelia Catamaran Cruises + Beach BBQ

฿2,706
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Ophelia Catamaran Cruises + Beach BBQ
Portimão to Benagil: Adrenaline Wave 90 Minutes Cave Tour

Portimão to Benagil: Adrenaline Wave 90 Minutes Cave Tour

฿751
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Portimão to Benagil: Adrenaline Wave 90 Minutes Cave Tour
Portimão: Kayak Tour of Benagil Caves

Portimão: Kayak Tour of Benagil Caves

฿1,579
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Portimão: Kayak Tour of Benagil Caves
2 Hours Cruise Portimão to Benagil Cave & Marinha Beach

Benagil Cave Boat Tour - 2Hours From Portimão

฿759
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Benagil Cave Boat Tour - 2Hours From Portimão
Benagil Cave and Marinha Beach Boat Tour from Portimao

Benagil Cave and Marinha Beach Boat Tour from Portimao

฿1,140
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Benagil Cave and Marinha Beach Boat Tour from Portimao
Inside of Benagil Cave

Catamaran Tour to Benagil Caves

฿1,140
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Tour to Benagil Caves
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Top hotels in Montes de Alvor

Hotel Algarve Casino

Hotel Algarve Casino

5 out of 5
Avenida Tomas Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimão, Faro
The price is ฿4,650 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
฿4,650
฿5,078 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Portimão. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"We have stayed many times at this hotel. Friendly and helpful staff and a wonderful beachside location."

Reviewed on 6 Sep 2025

Hotel Algarve Casino
Tivoli Carvoeiro

Tivoli Carvoeiro

5 out of 5
Apartado 1299, Vale Do Covo, Praia do Carvoeiro, Lagoa
The price is ฿10,092 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿10,092
฿10,846 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lagoa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
My wonderful stay
"From start to finish everything was wonderful. The staff was fantastic. Brunch in the morning was the best ever and I will definitely recommend my friends, and I will also return for another visit in the future."

Reviewed on 10 Sep 2025

Tivoli Carvoeiro
The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel

The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Rua Raul Brandão, 2 - Bloco B, Lagos
The price is ฿6,706 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
฿6,706
฿7,108 total
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Lagos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Camilo Beach and Dona Ana Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (134 reviews)
"The gym is lacking. The surrounding dining areas are not within walking distance for most people"

Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025

The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel
Vila Vita Parc

Vila Vita Parc

5 out of 5
Rua Anneliese Pohl, Alporchinhos, Porches, Lagoa, Algarve
The price is ฿16,668 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
฿16,668
฿17,817 total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lagoa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (654 reviews)
The most perfect hotel
"Beautiful hotel with the most friendliest of staff. Food across every restaurant we eat at was excellent. Will definitely be returning!"

Reviewed on 3 Sep 2025

Vila Vita Parc
Cascade Wellness Resort

Cascade Wellness Resort

5 out of 5
Rua das Ilhas, Lagos, Algarve
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿7,606 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿7,606
฿8,062 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lagos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Clean, luxurious, excellent staff and delicious restaurants!"

Reviewed on 6 Sep 2025

Cascade Wellness Resort
Hotel Da Gale

Hotel Da Gale

2 out of 5
Largo Dos Luisadas, Albufeira
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
5.4/10 (472 reviews)
Pleasant stay, no problems
"I felt I should write a review after reading lots of bad reviews about this hotel, as I had a very pleasant stay. The hotel is very basic and doesn't have air conditioning but I knew this before booking. My room didn't get a lot of sun and the temperature was fine. It is clean and there were cleaners ..."

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Montes de Alvor

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Alagoas

While Alagoas isn't home to many top sights, Alvor Boardwalk and Tres Irmaos Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Alagoas
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Torralta

While visiting Torralta, you might make a stop by sights like Alvor Boardwalk and Tres Irmaos Beach.

Torralta
Tres Irmaos Beach which includes night scenes

Prainha

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Prainha. A stop by Tres Irmaos Beach or Prainha Beach might round out your trip.

Prainha
Portimao featuring food

Portimão City Centre

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the beaches and bars in Portimão City Centre. You might want to make time for a stop at Portimão Harbor or Algarve Racing.

Portimão City Centre
Rocha Beach featuring a sandy beach and general coastal views

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.

Praia da Rocha
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Monte Judeu

When in Monte Judeu, you can plan a visit to Le Meridien Penina Golf and Alvor Boardwalk, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Monte Judeu

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