Alcalar
Portimão
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Três Castelos Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Três Castelos Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Praia da Rocha. Stroll along the marina in this romantic area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Praia da Marina
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia da Marina during your trip to Portimão? Wander the beautiful beaches and marina in this romantic area.
Alcalar Hotel Deals
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 2026/1/30
Tivoli Carvoeiro
Amazing place.
Reviewed on 2026/2/1
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 2026/2/5
Belmar Spa & Beach Resort
Apartment is modern, clean. Full kitchen. Washer and dryer work great. Restaurant inside hotel serves great dinner.
Reviewed on 2025/12/30
Lagos Atlantic Hotel
Employees were kind and helpful. Breakfast was decent. The rooms were clean.
Reviewed on 2026/2/2
Aparts & Suites summer cascade Alvor
Room was great outside was a bit messy but obviously they are getting ready for the start of the new season. Only issue was having to wait till 3 o’clock to get into the room which was a pain because we arrived at the 10.30 and had absolutely nowhere to wait so had to find somewhere in town which ...
Reviewed on 2026/1/29
Other neighborhoods around Alcalar
Monte Judeu
While Monte Judeu might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Le Meridien Penina Golf and Portimão Arena.
Rasmalho
Though Rasmalho might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Algarve International Circuit and Monchique Thermal Springs.
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 Le Meridien Penina Golf or Alvor Boardwalk.
Alagoas
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Alagoas and surrounding area, you can visit Tres Irmaos Beach and Alvor Boardwalk.
Portimão City Centre
Visitors to Portimão City Centre like its beaches and bars, and Portimão Harbor is a sight worth a stop.
Torralta
If you're spending some time in Torralta, Alvor Boardwalk and Tres Irmaos Beach are top sights worth seeing.
