Plaza Real by Atlantichoice is a budget apartment complex located in a modern development that's within walking distance of Portimão center and Praia da Rocha Beach. The 63 apartments range from Studio to Two-Bedroom Duplexes, and are spacious and bright with decent kitchens, though Studios lack balconies and some views are over wasteland. The pool is pleasant, though don't expect any poolside activities or many facilities in general apart from a small restaurant and bar. There are extra charges for breakfast, linen changes, and use of safes. Rates are reasonable, but check nearby Hotel Luar for comparable rates and a huge pool closer to the beach.
Plaza Real by Atlantichoice is a budget apartment complex located in a modern development that's within walking distance of Portimão center and Praia da Rocha Beach. The 63 apartments range from Studio to Two-Bedroom Duplexes, and are spacious and bright with decent kitchens, though Studios lack balconies and some views are over wasteland. The pool is pleasant, though don't expect any poolside activities or many facilities in general apart from a small restaurant and bar. There are extra charges for breakfast, linen changes, and use of safes. Rates are reasonable, but check nearby Hotel Luar for comparable rates and a huge pool closer to the beach.
Apartamentos Jardins da Rocha is a towering two-and-a-half-pearl complex that's just a block from Praia da Rocha's beach and nightlife. Buses to shopping and tours in Portimao are a two-minute walk away. The grounds include two large pools and plenty of space to relax, plus tennis courts and a playground. Unfortunately, Wi-Fi and sports courts come with extra fees. The snack bar serves drinks and food by the pool, and the wellness center features an unusually broad range of treatments and healthcare. The 85 apartments are bright and airy, but a bit dated, and all have balconies -- some with sea views. The hotel is excellent value for money, though travelers wanting to be right on the beach might prefer Hotel Luar instead. However, rates there are slightly higher.
Apartamentos Jardins da Rocha is a towering two-and-a-half-pearl complex that's just a block from Praia da Rocha's beach and nightlife. Buses to shopping and tours in Portimao are a two-minute walk away. The grounds include two large pools and plenty of space to relax, plus tennis courts and a playground. Unfortunately, Wi-Fi and sports courts come with extra fees. The snack bar serves drinks and food by the pool, and the wellness center features an unusually broad range of treatments and healthcare. The 85 apartments are bright and airy, but a bit dated, and all have balconies -- some with sea views. The hotel is excellent value for money, though travelers wanting to be right on the beach might prefer Hotel Luar instead. However, rates there are slightly higher.
The 84-room Hotel Oriental is an upper-middle-range option located right on Praia da Rocha. Although it's in a quieter area, it's only a five-minute walk to numerous restaurants, pubs, and shops to the west. Dining gets mixed reviews, and all-inclusive rates are available, but there are plenty of options close at hand. Rooms are a mix of lovely, modern spaces and some that are past their prime. All have furnished balconies or terraces, and some have full views of the beautiful beach or kitchenettes. The pool and lawn provide relaxing places to hang out, and kids get their own pool and a small playground. Travelers looking for lower rates in a beachfront hotel could check out the nearby Hotel da Rocha, although it offers less for families.
The 84-room Hotel Oriental is an upper-middle-range option located right on Praia da Rocha. Although it's in a quieter area, it's only a five-minute walk to numerous restaurants, pubs, and shops to the west. Dining gets mixed reviews, and all-inclusive rates are available, but there are plenty of options close at hand. Rooms are a mix of lovely, modern spaces and some that are past their prime. All have furnished balconies or terraces, and some have full views of the beautiful beach or kitchenettes. The pool and lawn provide relaxing places to hang out, and kids get their own pool and a small playground. Travelers looking for lower rates in a beachfront hotel could check out the nearby Hotel da Rocha, although it offers less for families.
Hotel Luar is a two-and-a-half-pearl property set in a quiet spot atop the cliffs above the sands of Praia da Rocha's western end. It's within easy walking distance of shops and restaurants, and the beach is just down a set of steps a one-minute walk from the hotel. Nice gardens include a pool and kids' pool, plus a cafe-bar that serves food all day. The buffet breakfast is limited and the 140 rooms could do with an overhaul, especially the bathrooms, which are rather shabby. Standard features include air-conditioning and tiny flat-screen TVs, though there's no in-room Wi-Fi. Guests looking for more facilities could take a look at Apartamentos Jardins da Rocha, which has sports courts and rooms with full kitchens, though it's a block back from the seafront.
Hotel Luar is a two-and-a-half-pearl property set in a quiet spot atop the cliffs above the sands of Praia da Rocha's western end. It's within easy walking distance of shops and restaurants, and the beach is just down a set of steps a one-minute walk from the hotel. Nice gardens include a pool and kids' pool, plus a cafe-bar that serves food all day. The buffet breakfast is limited and the 140 rooms could do with an overhaul, especially the bathrooms, which are rather shabby. Standard features include air-conditioning and tiny flat-screen TVs, though there's no in-room Wi-Fi. Guests looking for more facilities could take a look at Apartamentos Jardins da Rocha, which has sports courts and rooms with full kitchens, though it's a block back from the seafront.
Jupiter Algarve Hotel is a chic, upscale beachfront hotel on Praia de Rocha. There’s an outdoor pool, a restaurant, spa with an indoor pool and massages, a free hot breakfast buffet, and a gym -- all of which keep guests entertained when they’re not on the beach. The 183 rooms are clean and modern; they have flat-screen TVs, minibars, and air-conditioning. The biggest drawback is pesky fees or deposits for towels, safes, the spa, and parking. Guests who prefer self-service apartments for their beach vacations might want to compare prices at Hotel Da Rocha, which has rooms with kitchenettes.
Jupiter Algarve Hotel is a chic, upscale beachfront hotel on Praia de Rocha. There’s an outdoor pool, a restaurant, spa with an indoor pool and massages, a free hot breakfast buffet, and a gym -- all of which keep guests entertained when they’re not on the beach. The 183 rooms are clean and modern; they have flat-screen TVs, minibars, and air-conditioning. The biggest drawback is pesky fees or deposits for towels, safes, the spa, and parking. Guests who prefer self-service apartments for their beach vacations might want to compare prices at Hotel Da Rocha, which has rooms with kitchenettes.
The 158-suite Hotel Da Rocha is an upper-middle-range option across the street from the wide, beautiful shores of Praia da Rocha, in Portimao's hotel zone. In addition to the beach, many restaurants, bars, nightclubs, and shops are within easy walking distance. All rooms have a simple contemporary look, with kitchenettes, air-conditioning, and flat-screen TVs. Breakfast and dinner buffets are served at the restaurant, and half-board rates are available, though reviews are mediocre when it comes to food. There's also a connected bar. Additionally, the outdoor pool is a bit cramped and shaded most of the day. There's not much for the little ones here, so families with children may want to check out the Jardim do Vau, which has an outdoor playground, kids club, and indoor and outdoor pools.
The 158-suite Hotel Da Rocha is an upper-middle-range option across the street from the wide, beautiful shores of Praia da Rocha, in Portimao's hotel zone. In addition to the beach, many restaurants, bars, nightclubs, and shops are within easy walking distance. All rooms have a simple contemporary look, with kitchenettes, air-conditioning, and flat-screen TVs. Breakfast and dinner buffets are served at the restaurant, and half-board rates are available, though reviews are mediocre when it comes to food. There's also a connected bar. Additionally, the outdoor pool is a bit cramped and shaded most of the day. There's not much for the little ones here, so families with children may want to check out the Jardim do Vau, which has an outdoor playground, kids club, and indoor and outdoor pools.
Relais & Chateaux's Bela Vista Hotel & Spa is a five-pearl boutique housed in a gorgeous 1918 mansion, with luxe decor that dips its toes into both the past and modern day. The hotel's hilltop location off a pedestrian-only street in the Praia de Rocha area gives guests easy and walkable access to restaurants, bars, golfing, and shops plus direct beach access via hundreds of stairs. The 38 stylish and bright air-conditioned rooms are well-outfitted and many have ocean views. Guests rave over food at VISTA Restaurant, the top-notch L'Occitane spa, and lovely pool area, but street noise and the disappointing immediate surroundings pop up in the complaints. Free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and private parking are also offered. Kids under 12 aren't allowed, so families should check out the nearby Hotel Algarve Casino, though it's not as striking.
Relais & Chateaux's Bela Vista Hotel & Spa is a five-pearl boutique housed in a gorgeous 1918 mansion, with luxe decor that dips its toes into both the past and modern day. The hotel's hilltop location off a pedestrian-only street in the Praia de Rocha area gives guests easy and walkable access to restaurants, bars, golfing, and shops plus direct beach access via hundreds of stairs. The 38 stylish and bright air-conditioned rooms are well-outfitted and many have ocean views. Guests rave over food at VISTA Restaurant, the top-notch L'Occitane spa, and lovely pool area, but street noise and the disappointing immediate surroundings pop up in the complaints. Free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and private parking are also offered. Kids under 12 aren't allowed, so families should check out the nearby Hotel Algarve Casino, though it's not as striking.
The 131-unit Jardim do Vau is a mid-range apartment-style hotel situated right on beautiful Praia do Vau. It's in a quiet residential area that's a seven-minute drive from the Praia da Rocha strip. The hotel also offers a free shuttle. Apartments come with one, two, or three bedrooms, and all have a full kitchens and balcony or terrace. Some guests may consider them dated, and air-conditioning isn't guaranteed. Wi-Fi is also limited. With indoor and outdoor pools and a full leisure center, guests can be active year-round. The kids also have their own pool, playground, and kids' club in season. Travelers who'd like to be within walking distance of more restaurants and nightlife could check out the Hotel da Rocha, where rooms are more modern but there's less for families.
The 131-unit Jardim do Vau is a mid-range apartment-style hotel situated right on beautiful Praia do Vau. It's in a quiet residential area that's a seven-minute drive from the Praia da Rocha strip. The hotel also offers a free shuttle. Apartments come with one, two, or three bedrooms, and all have a full kitchens and balcony or terrace. Some guests may consider them dated, and air-conditioning isn't guaranteed. Wi-Fi is also limited. With indoor and outdoor pools and a full leisure center, guests can be active year-round. The kids also have their own pool, playground, and kids' club in season. Travelers who'd like to be within walking distance of more restaurants and nightlife could check out the Hotel da Rocha, where rooms are more modern but there's less for families.
The huge Clube Praia da Rocha is a tired, budget apartment complex overlooking a main road in the Algarve district of Portimao. While the immediate surrounds aren't attractive, the pretty Praia da Rocha beach is a short walk away. The proximity of dining options is also useful, as food quality is generally very poor, especially the buffet dining. The 627 one-bedroom apartments are spacious with cooking facilities, though amenities and decor are seriously dated, plus many are prone to traffic noise. All things considered, it is certainly cheap, though so are the nearby Apartamentos Jardins da Rocha, which are also clean and more modern.
The huge Clube Praia da Rocha is a tired, budget apartment complex overlooking a main road in the Algarve district of Portimao. While the immediate surrounds aren't attractive, the pretty Praia da Rocha beach is a short walk away. The proximity of dining options is also useful, as food quality is generally very poor, especially the buffet dining. The 627 one-bedroom apartments are spacious with cooking facilities, though amenities and decor are seriously dated, plus many are prone to traffic noise. All things considered, it is certainly cheap, though so are the nearby Apartamentos Jardins da Rocha, which are also clean and more modern.
