Hotels in Alvor (Algarve, Portugal)

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    Clube Alvorférias

    7.0(3,396 ratings)

    Two distinct pool areas, On-site dining with local dishes

    0.9 km to City center
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    Pestana Blue Alvor Beach ALL INCLUSIVE

    8.6Excellent (6,136 ratings)

    Direct beach access to Três Irmãos, Three diverse outdoor swimming pools

    0.4 km away from the beach
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    Pestana Alvor Park

    9.2Excellent (2,835 ratings)

    Indoor and outdoor swimming pools, On-site restaurant A Adega

    0.6 km away from the beach
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    Pestana Dom João II

    8.5Excellent (9,817 ratings)

    Lush, peaceful garden surroundings, Relaxing spa with heated indoor pool

    0.1 km away from the beach
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  5. Pelican Alvor

    8.7Excellent (2,786 ratings)

    Refreshing Swimming Pool and Grounds, Quiet and Relaxing Atmosphere

    1.0 km to City center
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  6. Wyndham Residences Alvor Beach

    9.0Excellent (5,819 ratings)

    Access to Ria de Alvor Natural Reserve, Recently renovated property

    0.2 km away from the beach
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  7. Agua Hotels Alvor Jardim

    8.3Very good (1,459 ratings)

    Prime location near Alvor village, Rooms with sea or pool views

    0.4 km to City center
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  8. AlvorMar Apartamentos Turisticos

    9.2Excellent (1,873 ratings)

    Saltwater outdoor swimming pool, Prime location near Alvor's heart

    0.4 km away from the beach
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  9. Aparts & Suites summer cascade Alvor

    9.0Excellent (157 ratings)

    Relaxing pool and hot tub area, Pet-friendly accommodation

    0.5 km to City center
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  10. Prainha Clube

    8.0Very good (1,410 ratings)

    Iconic Atlantic cliffside pool, Cliff-cut Caniço restaurant experience

    0.4 km away from the beach
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  11. Pestana Alvor South Beach

    8.8Excellent (3,168 ratings)

    Sea or pool view rooms, Multiple outdoor swimming pools

    Right by the beach
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  12. Pestana Alvor Beach Villas

    8.8Excellent (664 ratings)

    Stunning sea and garden views, Multiple saltwater swimming pools

    Right by the beach
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  13. Longevity Health & Wellness Hotel - Adults Only

    8.6Excellent (1,835 ratings)

    Peaceful hillside location, Rooftop infinity pool with panoramic views

    0.9 km to City center
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  14. Alvor Ar de Mar Apart

    7.3(38 ratings)
    0.1 km to City center
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  15. Apartamentos Santa Teresinha

    8.3Very good (1,113 ratings)

    Secluded garden with two outdoor pools, Dedicated pickleball and bowls courts

    1.8 km to City center
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    Dunas Hostel & Guesthouse

    8.8Excellent (1,048 ratings)

    Seasonal outdoor swimming pool, Engaging sports activities

    0.3 km to City center
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  17. Hospedaria Buganvilia Alvor

    8.6Excellent (579 ratings)

    On-site à la carte dining, Rooms with private balconies

    0.4 km away from the beach
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  18. Dunas do Alvor - Torralvor

    8.4Very good (1,726 ratings)

    Inviting outdoor pool and garden, On-site tennis court for recreation

    0.5 km away from the beach
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    Prainha Clube

    8.4Very good (1,282 ratings)
    0.1 km away from the beach
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  20. Villa Maria Alvor

    8.4Very good (83 ratings)
    0.1 km to City center
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  21. Portugal Rentals Vila da Praia Apartments Alvor

    8.7Excellent (43 ratings)

    Inviting outdoor swimming pool, Gated complex with secure parking

    0.3 km to City center
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  22. Apartamento Quinta Nova

    8.4Very good (36 ratings)
    1.5 km to City center
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    Alto Club Apartments

    9.3Excellent (218 ratings)

    Lush, well-maintained gardens, Indoor and outdoor swimming pools

    0.7 km away from the beach
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  24. Alvor Ar de Mar

    8.6Excellent (1,085 ratings)

    Village and patio views, Central village location

    0.2 km away from the beach
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  25. Casa dos Amigos

    8.1Very good (22 ratings)
    0.1 km to City center
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  26. Alvor House Lagoon

    7.6Good (358 ratings)

    Rooftop sun trap terrace, Close to Alvor Beach

    0.1 km away from the beach
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  27. Moradia Com 2 Quartos Em Alvor

    9.8Excellent (10 ratings)
    0.6 km away from the beach
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  28. Foz Club - Algarve

    9.5Excellent (1,103 ratings)

    Panoramic ocean and Lagos views, Personalized host recommendations

    2.1 km to City center
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  29. SweetHome at Vila da Praia

    8.8Excellent (7 ratings)
    0.4 km away from the beach
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  30. Alvor Apartments - Center and Beach

    9.0Excellent (73 ratings)
    0.2 km away from the beach
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  31. Ria Guest House

    8.3Very good (390 ratings)

    Rooftop seating with scenic outlook, Diverse local activities nearby

    0.1 km away from the beach
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  32. Prainha Village

    8.4Very good (13 ratings)
    0.3 km away from the beach
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  33. Apartment Amoreira Alvor

    7.6Good (38 ratings)
    1.3 km to City center
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  34. Fantastic Spacious 2-bed Duplex Apt With Pool, 3 Mins Walk To Centre Of Alvor

    9.7Excellent (28 ratings)
    0.5 km to City center
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  35. Seaview apartment Alvor

    8.7Excellent (49 ratings)
    1.1 km to City center
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Alvor: Authentic Algarve

Alvor is a quaint and calm resort town on Portugal’s Algarve, faithfully preserving the charm of its ancient fishing village. You will find a lovely mixture of reasonably priced hotels and luxury villas amongst the white-washed houses in Alvor’s old village and low-rise buildings in the town centre. The town is an ideal destination for mature visitors and families, and far removed from the rowdiness you often see on Portugal’s holiday coastline. The main attraction here is the six-kilometre boardwalk that runs along its vast, golden sandy beach and sand dunes, towards a peaceful nature reserve.

Stretch out on the long expanses of sand

Alvor boasts, in a typically understated manner, one of the largest stretches of golden sandy beaches in southern Portugal. It is not the sheer length of the beach that is so attractive, but its beautiful, unspoilt nature. Bar a couple of beach restaurants, it has been spared the ugliness of modern development and is most notable for its splendid sand dunes.

Officially, there are two beaches: Praia do Alvor and Praia dos Tres Irmãos. Praia dos Tres Irmãos, or the Three Brother’s Beach, named after some pretty rock formations, runs to the eastern side of Alvor. The rocks provide some nice shelter, especially when the wind picks up.

Praia do Alvor, the western part, runs towards the mouth of the Ribeira de Odiáxere estuary. The estuary forms a huge inland lagoon which is heaven for water-sports enthusiasts and ideal for kite-surfing.

Temptingly so close, yet agonisingly so far, on the other side of the estuary is an even longer stretch of sand – Meia Praia which runs all the way to the charming medieval walled city of Lagos.

A beautiful boardwalk

The port of Alvor, isn’t actually on the sea, but on the banks of the river, overlooking the lagoon. To get to the beach, you can wander along a beautiful wooden boardwalk.

You’ll be in for anything but a ‘bored walk’ though as you stroll along a part, or all, of the wonderful six-kilometre stretch of wooden pathways and through the delightful nature reserve. The banks of the estuary constitute a veritable haven for migrating wild-birds and beautiful flora and fauna, including flamingos, lizards and sea daffodils.

The promenade runs along the full length of the beach and through the fabulous dunes – making it accessible to all, including those with limited mobility. There are several pleasant bars and restaurants dotted along it too – perfect to stop off for a cool refreshing drink or meal. Just make sure your head is covered, as the walk is exposed to the elements – the sun and the wind!

The quaint old fishing village

Alvor may have grown from a charming fishing village, but it was also once a relatively important port founded by the Carthaginians, Portus Hannibalis. The Moors seized control in 1716 and constructed the castle. It was then taken by King Sancho I of Portugal with the aid of Crusader forcers in the 12th century and became an important town, with King John II notably dying in its palace in 1495. The castle and much of the village, however, was reduced to rubble after a devastating earthquake and tsunami hit the Portuguese coast in 1755. Despite the terrible destruction there was incredibly only one loss of life.

You can still see the castle today though you may not even realise it is there, as there are just a few remnants of the walls remaining.

Having a wander through the narrow cobbled streets and past the white-washed houses of the old fisherman’s village, you may think little has changed. The town has indeed preserved its heritage well and the harbour area is still a pleasant place to sit and let the time go by…slowly, whilst the scent of grilled sardines fills the air. There are a few bars and restaurants by the harbour, though they don’t detract from the traditional feel.

You’ll stumble across a few nice squares in the town and some pretty, yet unassuming churches, including the delightful Igreja da Misericordia, as well as the main Igreja Matriz, near the harbour, which even hosts a mass in English every Saturday night.

Alvor’s town centre is well managed too with a nice selection of restaurants serving traditional and international cuisine and some low-rise hotels. There are some lively bars obviously, but on the whole there is a pleasant, non-threatening vibe.

A taste of the action

If you want a small dose of adrenaline, there are many activities to partake in, including Canoeing along the river, golf, or bike rides. There is a zoo and waterpark in Lagos and a huge Aqualand in Alcantarilha.

Boat trips to medieval Lagos, where explorers set sail from to discover the new world, or up the river to Silves are very popular. The nearby town of Portimão, popular for shopping and with a nice market, is also very easy to access by bus – in fact probably easier than by car. If you’re looking for a real big night out, its beach area, the lively Praia du Rocha is your best bet.

So if you’re craving an authentic flavour of the Algarve and a calm, leisurely atmosphere, hotels or villas in Alvor should be near the top of your list!

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