Prainha
Portimão





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Popular places to visit

Tres Irmaos Beach
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.

Alvor Beach
Kitesurf, head out on the water on a paddleboat or kayak around the surrounding coastline at this Blue Flag-awarded beach.

Rocha Beach
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.

Portimão Marina
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.

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

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.
Things to do

Benagil Cave Boat Tour - Catamarans or Rib - 2 H From Portimão

From Lagos: Family way - Dolphin Watching Cruise Catamaran

Lagos: Ponta Piedade Sail & Caves Cruise w/Portuguese Tapas

Lagos: Ponta da Piedade Caves Boat Tour
Prainha Hotel Deals

Pestana Alvor Praia Beach & Golf Hotel
"Beautiful beach, clean room, staff very friendly,"
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026

Pestana Blue Alvor Beach - All Inclusive Hotel
"Lovely hotel but more a 4 star and not a 5"
Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

Tivoli Carvoeiro
"Advertised as having a private beach but there is no access to the beach. I thought it was storm damage but I was told there was never a private beach with assess. Otherwise beautiful hotel. And the pool was delightful but no useable beach,"
Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

Hotel Algarve Casino
"The rooms are basic but clean and our balcony room overlooking the sea/beach was lovely. Breakfast was a hot and cold buffet which had a lot of options and was very fresh. Car parking is available about 2 minutes walk away in a covered parking lot."
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026

Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG
"We are happy with our accommodation at Holiday Inn Albufeira. Thank you to everyone working at the hotel."
Reviewed on May 26, 2026

NH Lagos Algarve Resort
"Staff very nice. Property looks older than it appears on photos. Otherwise very convenient."
Reviewed on Jun 8, 2026
Where to stay in Prainha

Praia da Rocha
Travelers to Praia da Rocha praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Algarve Casino and Rocha Beach.

Torralta
If you're spending some time in Torralta, Alvor Beach and Alvor Boardwalk are top sights worth seeing.

Portimão City Centre
Visitors to Portimão City Centre like its beaches and bars, and Portimão Harbor is a sight worth a stop.
Alagoas
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Alagoas and surrounding area, you can visit Alvor Beach and Tres Irmaos Beach.

Montes de Alvor
Montes de Alvor is well-liked for its historic sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Alvor area, you might plan a trip to Alvor Beach or Le Meridien Penina Golf.













