The Algarve is a stretch of the Atlantic Ocean about 140 kilometers long in southern Portugal, full of beaches, small towns and charming nooks and crannies. The region is famous and lives primarily from tourism and therefore, we can find here various types of accommodation from 5-star hotels with All Inclusive option to budget hostels. Check in which city is best to stay and how to look for accommodation in the Algarve.
Where to stay in the Algarve?
Where to stay in the Algarve depends primarily on what kind of vacation you are looking for and what you want to do. The region is small enough that it is worth making a base in one or two places and exploring the area from there.
Here are the most visited cities in the Algarve:
- Lagos – the most popular city for a few days stay. Lagos is a lively, small, atmospheric town surrounded by beaches. This town is home to the famous nny natural wonder Ponta de Piedade. It is an ideal city for families, those who love sightseeing on foot and those who want to experience the local climate.
- Portimão – known for its long Praia da Rocha beach, which features a promenade with numerous bars and restaurants. It makes a great base for visiting nearby attractions. You can stay here for a few days to visit Monchique, Silves, Carvoeiro, Benagil Cave and Lagos.
- Albufeira – a party town, with a high preponderance of tourists from England. Ideal if you are looking for nighttime entertainment.
- Monchique – a town located in the mountains. Ideal for fans of nature, away from the hustle and bustle and taboos of tourists. Monchique is a good base for both south and east coast beaches. It is also a place where you can see the cork oaks.
- Sagres – Algarva’s “end of the world.” It’s a great place for those looking to try their hand at surfing, hang out on wild beaches, or tackle the unspoiled hiking trails of the Costa Vicentina National Park. Sagres and the surrounding area is also a frequent choice for RV travelers.
- Tavira – a quiet, charming town located west of Faro. It is famous for the picturesque island of Ilha de Tavira, which can be reached by boat from the town. Tavira is a great base for exploring the western Algarve and even Spain.
Accommodation in Algarve in Polish
In addition to the popular portals where you can book accommodation, there is also the option of renting apartments in addition with service in Polish. Personally, I can recommend the portal My Algarve, whose owner I know well in fact from the beginning of my stay in the Algarve.
On the portal you will find accommodation in apartments in the following locations:
- Albufeira
- Armação da Pera
- Lagos
- Loose
- Portimão
Directly in the reservation system you will find information about the price, number of people and access to the pool or parking.
To see the available options and to book an apartment, use the search engine below by typing in the dates you are looking for or click on this here is the link >>.
Where to book accommodation in the Algarve?
If you already know which region of the Algarve you want to stay in, it’s time to book your accommodation. Keep in mind that if you are traveling during the tourist season(June-September) then you should expect that many accommodations may not be available. It’s worth keeping this in mind and not leaving your accommodation decision to the last minute. Many places offer cancellation of reservations up to 24 hours before the start date of your stay, so you can always cancel if your plans change.
Accommodation bases in the Algarve
Here is a list of the most popular portals where you can find accommodation in the Algarve:
- Booking – the largest and one of the most famous accommodation databases. You can find here mainly hotels, hostels, lodgings and apartments. Check out accommodation in the Algarve here.
- Airbnb – an accommodation base with numerous apartments, houses and villas with pools often from private hosts. A plus is the host’s profile with reviews, where you can see how the stay is rated by other guests. Check out accommodations in the Algarve here.
- Hostelworld – a database of low-budget hostels. Search for hostels in Algarve here.
