Vale da Lama
Lagos
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Popular places to visit
Praia da Luz
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Praia da Luz, a popular beach in Lagos. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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.
Camilo Beach
Climb down the elegant staircase to this hidden bay at the base of colorful cliffs and enjoy the spectacular natural views.
Dona Ana Beach
Marvel at the stunning red and yellow cliffs of the Golden Coast and swim to the stacks in the calm ocean.
Ponta da Piedade Lagos Lighthouse
Check out this historic lighthouse, descend the steps to the beach and take a boat tour of the sea stacks and arches.
Lagos Zoo
Pet and feed the animals in the spacious enclosures, bring your kids to the playground and dine at the restaurant of this zoo.
Things to do
Sunrise Benagil Full Caves Tour
Lagos: Ponta da Piedade Caves Boat Tour
Algarve - Exclusive horseriding in Portimao (no experience required)
From Lagos: 2.5-Hour Guided Coastal Boat Tour & Grotto Visit
Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos
Vale da Lama Hotel Deals
Tivoli Carvoeiro
Amazing place.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Hotel Algarve Casino
Staff were lovely and rooms really clean. No complaints about the hotel. The resort was pretty much closed though, hard to even find a place for dinner. I know it’s out of season but this was dead. Would be hard without a car.
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026
Belmar Spa & Beach Resort
Nice one bedroom apartment, close to the beach with a nice restaurant, but restaurant in a hotel was closed for dinner, very inconvenient. Spa and pool only open till 6 pm, just the time to relax. And no robs in the room. Usually hotels with spa provide them. Next time will look for another ...
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026
Vila Vita Parc
The room was fantastic. Clean and spacious. The staff was next level in terms of friendliness, and were super accommodating.
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
Lagos Atlantic Hotel
Wonderful hotel near the beach and boardwalks. I recommend heading here. They did a great job setting up the room for a surprise 50th birthday celebration — the romantic package upon arrival.
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
Martinhal Sagres Beach Family Resort
Excellent resort
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Vale da Lama
Alfarrobeira
Alfarrobeira might not have many top sights, but Palmares Golf and Alvor Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Caliças
While Caliças might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Marina de Lagos and Lagos Municipal Market.
Meia Praia
If you're spending some time in Meia Praia, Meia Beach and Golfo de Cádiz are top sights worth seeing.
Telheiro
While there might not be top attractions in Telheiro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Marina de Lagos and Lagos Municipal Market.
São Sebastião
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in São Sebastião and surrounding area, you can visit Praia da Luz and Marina de Lagos.
Marina de Lagos
While visiting Marina de Lagos, you might make a stop by sights like Marina de Lagos and Discoveries Wax Museum.
