The three-pearl Villa Doris Suites is an apartment-style hotel in southern Lagos, a two-minute walk from the beach. The 38 apartments here are individually decorated and thus vary a fair bit, although all have a few solid features, including flat-screen TVs, bathrooms with jetted tubs, balconies, and fully equipped kitchens with granite countertops. Unfortunately, amenities are scant and limited to free Wi-Fi in the lobby and a tiny saltwater pool that's not much bigger than a whirlpool hot tub. While dining and concierge services are available, they're located at a nearby partner hotel. Travelers looking for a hotel with a more amenities and don't require kitchens in their rooms may want to try the nearby Carvi Hotel Lagos, which offers a bar and a restaurant plus a free breakfast buffet.
The three-pearl Villa Doris Suites is an apartment-style hotel in southern Lagos, a two-minute walk from the beach. The 38 apartments here are individually decorated and thus vary a fair bit, although all have a few solid features, including flat-screen TVs, bathrooms with jetted tubs, balconies, and fully equipped kitchens with granite countertops. Unfortunately, amenities are scant and limited to free Wi-Fi in the lobby and a tiny saltwater pool that's not much bigger than a whirlpool hot tub. While dining and concierge services are available, they're located at a nearby partner hotel. Travelers looking for a hotel with a more amenities and don't require kitchens in their rooms may want to try the nearby Carvi Hotel Lagos, which offers a bar and a restaurant plus a free breakfast buffet.
The 102-room Carvi Hotel Lagos is situated right above Praia Dona Ana, one of the most gorgeous beaches in the Lagos area. It's also within about a 15-minute walk of the old town's restaurants, shops, and bars. Rooms are modern and fresh, although some are on the small side, and feature air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and balconies or terraces, some with breathtaking views of the sea. Breakfast is free, and the restaurant and bar get good reviews. The rooftop pool is a popular spot for lounging and taking in those spectacular coastal vistas. Travelers who like smaller properties and who don't need to be right on the beach could check out the quiet Solar de Mos, which is within an easy drive of the beach and town.
The 102-room Carvi Hotel Lagos is situated right above Praia Dona Ana, one of the most gorgeous beaches in the Lagos area. It's also within about a 15-minute walk of the old town's restaurants, shops, and bars. Rooms are modern and fresh, although some are on the small side, and feature air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and balconies or terraces, some with breathtaking views of the sea. Breakfast is free, and the restaurant and bar get good reviews. The rooftop pool is a popular spot for lounging and taking in those spectacular coastal vistas. Travelers who like smaller properties and who don't need to be right on the beach could check out the quiet Solar de Mos, which is within an easy drive of the beach and town.
Vilabranca Apartments is a conveniently located and affordable mid-range option for self-catering families and groups looking to explore Lagos on foot. Dining options, the beach, and attractions are all within a five- to 20-minute walk. From the outside, the building resembles architecture from a traditional Algarve village, while interiors are contemporary and colorful, albeit simple. The 86 rooms come with stark decor, extra-firm mattresses, full-size kitchens, flat-screen TVs, and both dining and living areas. On-site features include two (non-heated) outdoor pools, a pool bar, a restaurant and bar, and free parking. The charge for Wi-Fi is a downside, however. This place books up quickly for summer, so if they're full, check out the Dom Manuel Hotel down the street -- though you'll trade the self-catering kitchens for more character, free Wi-Fi, and possibly a higher price tag.
Vilabranca Apartments is a conveniently located and affordable mid-range option for self-catering families and groups looking to explore Lagos on foot. Dining options, the beach, and attractions are all within a five- to 20-minute walk. From the outside, the building resembles architecture from a traditional Algarve village, while interiors are contemporary and colorful, albeit simple. The 86 rooms come with stark decor, extra-firm mattresses, full-size kitchens, flat-screen TVs, and both dining and living areas. On-site features include two (non-heated) outdoor pools, a pool bar, a restaurant and bar, and free parking. The charge for Wi-Fi is a downside, however. This place books up quickly for summer, so if they're full, check out the Dom Manuel Hotel down the street -- though you'll trade the self-catering kitchens for more character, free Wi-Fi, and possibly a higher price tag.
From the outside, the Dom Manuel Hotel is an unassuming property that blends into its mixed-use neighborhood. However, once inside, this 49-room boutique property has a lot of classic Portuguese charm and a bustling, but relaxed, atmosphere. The free buffet breakfast is a popular feature that brings together the couples who stay here, and there are two quiet pools and a spa treatment room as well. Rooms are modern, with a touch of Portuguese style, and include air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and furnished balconies. There's a simple bar as well. Keep in mind that parking is limited, and it's a 10- to 15-minute walk into the old town. Travelers wanting to be closer to Praia Dona Ana may want to consider Carvi Hotel Lagos instead, where rates can be cheaper.
From the outside, the Dom Manuel Hotel is an unassuming property that blends into its mixed-use neighborhood. However, once inside, this 49-room boutique property has a lot of classic Portuguese charm and a bustling, but relaxed, atmosphere. The free buffet breakfast is a popular feature that brings together the couples who stay here, and there are two quiet pools and a spa treatment room as well. Rooms are modern, with a touch of Portuguese style, and include air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and furnished balconies. There's a simple bar as well. Keep in mind that parking is limited, and it's a 10- to 15-minute walk into the old town. Travelers wanting to be closer to Praia Dona Ana may want to consider Carvi Hotel Lagos instead, where rates can be cheaper.
The Costa D'oiro Ambiance Village is an 85-unit upper-middle-range property with a mix of hotel rooms and apartments that's a five- to 10-minute walk to gorgeous Praia Dona Ana. Its multiple buildings are built into a quiet residential area, and interiors range from classic to contemporary. Standard features in all rooms and apartments include free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and balconies or terraces. There are several pools, a simple fitness room, and beach towels are free. The restaurant is a real delight, and the free breakfast includes a massive spread of locally produced dishes. It's a bit of a hike into Lagos' old town, and travelers wanting to be closer to the action should consider the Hotel Marina Rio, where rates are lower, though the property is more basic.
The Costa D'oiro Ambiance Village is an 85-unit upper-middle-range property with a mix of hotel rooms and apartments that's a five- to 10-minute walk to gorgeous Praia Dona Ana. Its multiple buildings are built into a quiet residential area, and interiors range from classic to contemporary. Standard features in all rooms and apartments include free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and balconies or terraces. There are several pools, a simple fitness room, and beach towels are free. The restaurant is a real delight, and the free breakfast includes a massive spread of locally produced dishes. It's a bit of a hike into Lagos' old town, and travelers wanting to be closer to the action should consider the Hotel Marina Rio, where rates are lower, though the property is more basic.
Cascade Wellness & Lifestyle Resort is luxury property set on a cliff over the Atlantic Ocean, and is roughly 10 minutes by car from the heart of Lagos. There are also several popular beaches nearby. The 88 rooms and 55 apartments here are clean and decorated in either Asian, European, South American, or African decor, and all have free Wi-Fi, spacious bathrooms, and balconies. Sports facilities include a roomy gym plus several pools and tennis courts (fees required for some activities). The serene Tainai Spa is another property highlight. While there are dining options, one is only open for dinner and the other is open seasonally. Travelers who want something humbler that's closer to Praia Dona Ana at lower rates may want to consider Costa D'oiro Ambiance Village.
Cascade Wellness & Lifestyle Resort is luxury property set on a cliff over the Atlantic Ocean, and is roughly 10 minutes by car from the heart of Lagos. There are also several popular beaches nearby. The 88 rooms and 55 apartments here are clean and decorated in either Asian, European, South American, or African decor, and all have free Wi-Fi, spacious bathrooms, and balconies. Sports facilities include a roomy gym plus several pools and tennis courts (fees required for some activities). The serene Tainai Spa is another property highlight. While there are dining options, one is only open for dinner and the other is open seasonally. Travelers who want something humbler that's closer to Praia Dona Ana at lower rates may want to consider Costa D'oiro Ambiance Village.
The 65-room Montemar is a value hotel situated in a residential area, about a 10-minute walk from Lagos' old town. The beach is also within walking distance, as are numerous restaurants, bars, and attractions. In addition to its low rates, the location is the hotel's best feature. Rooms are rather plain and dated, especially the bathrooms. They lack mini-fridges and kettles, but they are air-conditioned. Wi-Fi is only available (and free) in common areas. All rooms have furnished balconies, and some even have distant glimpses of the ocean. A free continental breakfast is served daily, and there's a bar as well. For an alternative with similar rates but more features, travelers could check out the Algarve Surf Hostel - Lagos, which has some private rooms and a pool.
The 65-room Montemar is a value hotel situated in a residential area, about a 10-minute walk from Lagos' old town. The beach is also within walking distance, as are numerous restaurants, bars, and attractions. In addition to its low rates, the location is the hotel's best feature. Rooms are rather plain and dated, especially the bathrooms. They lack mini-fridges and kettles, but they are air-conditioned. Wi-Fi is only available (and free) in common areas. All rooms have furnished balconies, and some even have distant glimpses of the ocean. A free continental breakfast is served daily, and there's a bar as well. For an alternative with similar rates but more features, travelers could check out the Algarve Surf Hostel - Lagos, which has some private rooms and a pool.
The 19-room Lagos Youth Hostel is a budget property with a prime location in the center of Lagos, within walking distance of restaurants, bars, shops, and the beach. Rooms are available as dorms with two sets of bunk beds, or private rooms with two twin beds (some with private bathrooms). Others share bathrooms. The style is no frills, but rooms include sheets, towels, and blankets, as well as lockers. A continental breakfast and Wi-Fi are both free. Common areas include a central patio and a living area with a TV and billiards table. There's also a shared kitchen. It's hard to beat the rates and location here, but the Algarve Surf Hostel - Lagos has more style and a pool, but its rates are higher, too.
The 19-room Lagos Youth Hostel is a budget property with a prime location in the center of Lagos, within walking distance of restaurants, bars, shops, and the beach. Rooms are available as dorms with two sets of bunk beds, or private rooms with two twin beds (some with private bathrooms). Others share bathrooms. The style is no frills, but rooms include sheets, towels, and blankets, as well as lockers. A continental breakfast and Wi-Fi are both free. Common areas include a central patio and a living area with a TV and billiards table. There's also a shared kitchen. It's hard to beat the rates and location here, but the Algarve Surf Hostel - Lagos has more style and a pool, but its rates are higher, too.
The Tivoli Lagos is an aged three-pearl hotel with one of Lagos' best locations. It's a two-minute walk to the harbor promenade and 10 minutes from Lagos' historic old town. However, an overhaul is needed, and planned for late 2017. While some of the 350 rooms have modern furniture, many are outdated and have amenities like tube TVs. The hotel's common spaces suffer the same fate, and include outdoor and indoor pools, a lively bar, and a charming grill restaurant. A large free breakfast buffet is included, and the hotel offers a free shuttle to its beach club in high season. For a fresh and contemporary alternative, rates at Vila Gale Lagos are a bit higher, but may be worth it -- it's closer to the beach, but farther from town
The Tivoli Lagos is an aged three-pearl hotel with one of Lagos' best locations. It's a two-minute walk to the harbor promenade and 10 minutes from Lagos' historic old town. However, an overhaul is needed, and planned for late 2017. While some of the 350 rooms have modern furniture, many are outdated and have amenities like tube TVs. The hotel's common spaces suffer the same fate, and include outdoor and indoor pools, a lively bar, and a charming grill restaurant. A large free breakfast buffet is included, and the hotel offers a free shuttle to its beach club in high season. For a fresh and contemporary alternative, rates at Vila Gale Lagos are a bit higher, but may be worth it -- it's closer to the beach, but farther from town
The three-and-a-half-pearl Boavista Golf Resort is a golfer’s paradise, complete with an 18-hole championship course and an on-site golf academy. The property’s vast surroundings include water features and lakes, and there are several facilities, including a full-service spa and a large fitness center with tennis courts. The Clubhouse Restaurant serves global fare in a casual setting, and there’s also a bar. Modern apartments, townhouses, and villas are all air-conditioned and feature full kitchens, living rooms, and flat-screen TVs. The 66-unit resort also has a spacious indoor pool, and Wi-Fi and parking are both free. A car is essential, as it’s about a 10-minute drive from both the beach and Lagos. To be closer to the action, try the Hotel Marina Rio on the Lagos Marina, though features there are limited.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Boavista Golf Resort is a golfer’s paradise, complete with an 18-hole championship course and an on-site golf academy. The property’s vast surroundings include water features and lakes, and there are several facilities, including a full-service spa and a large fitness center with tennis courts. The Clubhouse Restaurant serves global fare in a casual setting, and there’s also a bar. Modern apartments, townhouses, and villas are all air-conditioned and feature full kitchens, living rooms, and flat-screen TVs. The 66-unit resort also has a spacious indoor pool, and Wi-Fi and parking are both free. A car is essential, as it’s about a 10-minute drive from both the beach and Lagos. To be closer to the action, try the Hotel Marina Rio on the Lagos Marina, though features there are limited.