Canal
Faro
Popular places to visit

Faro Island Beach
Rent kayaks and surfboards to ride the waves lapping this narrow stretch of sand, which serves as a wall between ocean and river.

Faro Marina
Explore the waterfront of Faro Marina and enjoy other activities such as golfing in Sé e São Pedro. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

Old Town Square
Find out about the history of Sé e São Pedro when you spend time at Old Town Square. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area, or check out its lively bars.

Faro Cathedral
In this cathedral, a museum displays intriguing religious relics. From the roof view the Faro Old Town district, the ocean and its mudflats.

Carmo Church
Behind the intricate details of the Baroque façade and the nave’s gilded woodwork and stained-glass windows lie the ghoulish skulls of the Bones Chapel.

Faro Town Hall
Faro Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Sé e São Pedro, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its lively bars.
Canal Hotel Deals

AP Eva Senses
The gentleman at the front desk was wonderful. Very helpful. The breakfast bar……..I’m celiac. The first morning I asked a staff member about gluten free. She kind of laughed, then pointed out the 3 supposedly hot things I could have. The pastries were beautiful, but nothing available for gluten free. ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/30

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
It was first time to be in Portugal but the experience was unforgettable moments in life . The food was good and the welcoming experience was amazing. Will be back soon with our children and also the area was very quite which will be ideal for taking a break from England.
Reviewed on 2026/3/16

PortoBay Blue Ocean
Such clean room and the service was the best we’ve ever seen. Honestly the one of the best hotels
Reviewed on 2026/3/7

Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
Very clean place round, some rooms with small balconies, ground bar and roof top bar and small pool (bar limited hours in March). 5 - 10 minutes walk down to quay side and ferries to outlying islands. Hotel staff could not have been more helpful. Good breakfast for €12pp, hot and cold food, three ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/30

Roots Hotel
The kitchen was fully but sparsely equipped. A Teflon fry pan past its best before was quickly replaced. Even dishwasher soap was provided. Housekeeping were very accommodating even when we were very late leaving the room. Did not try the breakfast
Reviewed on 2026/3/30

INATEL Albufeira
Lovely superior room overlooking the beach in the Praia hotel (note that there are 2 different buildings, so the cheaper rooms are not on in the beachside building). Fell asleep listening to the waves each night. Be aware that the bathroom ‘wall’ is a half-frosted glass pane (though the toilet is ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/29
Other neighborhoods around Canal

Charneca
Though Charneca might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Algarve Stadium and Loulé Municipal Market.

Poço do Mouro
Poço do Mouro might not have many top sights, but Algarve Stadium and Loulé Municipal Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Falfosa
While Falfosa might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Algarve Stadium and Forum Algarve Mall.

Gorjoes
When in Gorjoes, you can plan a visit to Loule Town Market and Old Town, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Quinta das Raposeiras
While there might not be top attractions in Quinta das Raposeiras, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Loule Town Market and Old Town.

Telheiro
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Telheiro and surrounding area, you can visit Algarve Stadium and Old Town.
