"We had a beautiful stay, the villa was lovely, clean and in a great location - near restaurants, supermarkets and beaches. It was a quiet location and the kids (and adults) loved the games room and pool. "
"We had a beautiful stay, the villa was lovely, clean and in a great location - near restaurants, supermarkets and beaches. It was a quiet location and the kids (and adults) loved the games room and pool. "
"We had a lovely stay at this villa. It was spacious, comfortable and had everything we needed for a relaxing holiday. The private pool and outdoor area were fantastic, and the location was perfect for restaurants, bars and exploring Albufeira."
"We had a lovely stay at this villa. It was spacious, comfortable and had everything we needed for a relaxing holiday. The private pool and outdoor area were fantastic, and the location was perfect for restaurants, bars and exploring Albufeira."
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Was O Castello perfect? No....but awful darn good and every other guest I spoke to said the same. Perfectly located and easily accessed in a lovely village with great restaurants only a few minutes walk away. And what a view from clean and well-appointed rooms managed by attentive staff. Truly a bargain at any price and an ideal romantic escape.
Was O Castello perfect? No....but awful darn good and every other guest I spoke to said the same. Perfectly located and easily accessed in a lovely village with great restaurants only a few minutes walk away. And what a view from clean and well-appointed rooms managed by attentive staff. Truly a bargain at any price and an ideal romantic escape.
Peter R
Reviewed November 21, 2018Reviewed November 21, 2018
Range of food bars pools all staffed with friendly professional people -we ate at Whale Mizu Adega Arte Nautica Terrace bar garden bar
Pnly issue is lack of grab bars in rooms with no separate shower -incomfortable and dangerous
Excellent gardens very well kept and immaculate servicing of rooms
Range of food bars pools all staffed with friendly professional people -we ate at Whale Mizu Adega Arte Nautica Terrace bar garden bar
Pnly issue is lack of grab bars in rooms with no separate shower -incomfortable and dangerous
Excellent gardens very well kept and immaculate servicing of rooms
David
Reviewed October 20, 2022Reviewed October 20, 2022
Fantastic room
Great bathroom and shower
Bed to melt into
Balcony and that view
Spa is amazing and gym
Fantastic breakfast and wide choice
Numerous bars and sky bar
Gardens beautiful
Did I mention the pool 😍
Fantastic room
Great bathroom and shower
Bed to melt into
Balcony and that view
Spa is amazing and gym
Fantastic breakfast and wide choice
Numerous bars and sky bar
Gardens beautiful
Did I mention the pool 😍
sarah
Reviewed September 18, 2025Reviewed September 18, 2025
Excellent apartment for a family. 20 minutes walk into town a little longer back as uphill. A small area without a path but road fairly quiet. Probably need a car to carry the shopping if doing a little self catering. Cleaning every day if you let them, with a plentiful supply of towels. A few dishwasher tablets, tea, coffee and a little washing up liquid means the little things don't need to be bought. Even pool towels. Would consider another stay!
Excellent apartment for a family. 20 minutes walk into town a little longer back as uphill. A small area without a path but road fairly quiet. Probably need a car to carry the shopping if doing a little self catering. Cleaning every day if you let them, with a plentiful supply of towels. A few dishwasher tablets, tea, coffee and a little washing up liquid means the little things don't need to be bought. Even pool towels. Would consider another stay!
Really amazing hotel. Apartments are clean, safe for children, spacious and provided everything we needed. Staff could not do enough to help us. Really conveniently located. Would highly recommend!
Really amazing hotel. Apartments are clean, safe for children, spacious and provided everything we needed. Staff could not do enough to help us. Really conveniently located. Would highly recommend!
Jennifer
Reviewed September 21, 2023Reviewed September 21, 2023
This is a modern hotel with an interesting selection of artefacts and antiques scattered around the spacious cool marble spaces. Its very clean and well maintained. Breakfast from 8am to 11am is perfect timing for me as I like to take things slowly in the morning. Lots of choice at breakfast, all the standards - fruit, cereals , eggs cooked to order. Pool area was usually quite quiet when we stayed in mid-May.
The pool bar ( which is the only bar in the hotel ) served drinks and snacks from...
This is a modern hotel with an interesting selection of artefacts and antiques scattered around the spacious cool marble spaces. Its very clean and well maintained. Breakfast from 8am to 11am is perfect timing for me as I like to take things slowly in the morning. Lots of choice at breakfast, all the standards - fruit, cereals , eggs cooked to order. Pool area was usually quite quiet when we stayed in mid-May.
The pool bar ( which is the only bar in the hotel ) served drinks and snacks from...
Spotlessly clean, large well apponuted rooms with everything you could want. The location is exceptional, inthe heart of it all. Staff were the cherry on top,so friendly and helpful! Cant eait to go back
Spotlessly clean, large well apponuted rooms with everything you could want. The location is exceptional, inthe heart of it all. Staff were the cherry on top,so friendly and helpful! Cant eait to go back
Went to Salema with partner and 3 kids, 15,9 and 8. Villas were of a particularly high standard. Spotless clean and with all the mod cons. Pool was lovely and never packed despite the size of the complex. Salema itself is very small with not much in it but it's a nice change from the surrounding large resorts. It has a fabulous fish restaurant on the beach and a pretty good pizzareia. Had a very relaxing holiday here. Would recommend it and I would go back. Super resort.
Went to Salema with partner and 3 kids, 15,9 and 8. Villas were of a particularly high standard. Spotless clean and with all the mod cons. Pool was lovely and never packed despite the size of the complex. Salema itself is very small with not much in it but it's a nice change from the surrounding large resorts. It has a fabulous fish restaurant on the beach and a pretty good pizzareia. Had a very relaxing holiday here. Would recommend it and I would go back. Super resort.
Staying here was so peaceful.
Breakfast was very nice, especially the freshly squeezed orange juice.
Tiny critism, the crepes would be better warm!
The Villa was exceptional and so comfortable.
Lovely pool area.
Would definitely love to come back to stay again!
Staying here was so peaceful.
Breakfast was very nice, especially the freshly squeezed orange juice.
Tiny critism, the crepes would be better warm!
The Villa was exceptional and so comfortable.
Lovely pool area.
Would definitely love to come back to stay again!
It's a lovely modern hotel. Rooms are fabulous and the property has a rooftop infinity pool with plenty of loungers. The property has a really nice spa with an indoor pool that you pay to use.
Food is good and reasonably priced. The property overlooks the river Arade with really nice views of Portimao Marina to the left and Tivoli Marina to the right and the fishing village of Ferragudo straight ahead.
It's about a 15 to 20 minute walk up to Praia Da Rocha that offers a large number of...
It's a lovely modern hotel. Rooms are fabulous and the property has a rooftop infinity pool with plenty of loungers. The property has a really nice spa with an indoor pool that you pay to use.
Food is good and reasonably priced. The property overlooks the river Arade with really nice views of Portimao Marina to the left and Tivoli Marina to the right and the fishing village of Ferragudo straight ahead.
It's about a 15 to 20 minute walk up to Praia Da Rocha that offers a large number of...
Anonymous traveller
Reviewed September 16, 2019Reviewed September 16, 2019
We really enjoyed our stay here. The room was really spacious, clean, and nicely decorated. Great shower, comfortable bed, and refrigerator in room, plus a kettle for heating water, and supplies to make tea or espresso. The breakfast was great, the best we have had in our 7 weeks in Europe. Staff was friendly and helpful. The grounds of the hotel were beautiful, cool, and peaceful.
We really enjoyed our stay here. The room was really spacious, clean, and nicely decorated. Great shower, comfortable bed, and refrigerator in room, plus a kettle for heating water, and supplies to make tea or espresso. The breakfast was great, the best we have had in our 7 weeks in Europe. Staff was friendly and helpful. The grounds of the hotel were beautiful, cool, and peaceful.
Karen
Reviewed October 11, 2022Reviewed October 11, 2022
What should I expect on my historical trip to Lagoa?
A trip to the historical places in Lagoa is likely at the top of your sightseeing list. You can admire the picturesque gardens and popular beaches during your visit. During your trip to this relaxing area, you can also spend time at the spas.
How many historically relevant hotels are located in Lagoa?
In Lagoa, you'll find 1965 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia though you won't find many designated historic hotels.
What are the must-see historical places and other sights in Lagoa?
Lagoa is notable for landmarks like Nossa Senhora da Rocha Chapel, Alfanzina Lighthouse and Sao Joao do Arade Fort. Cultural venues include Arade Congress Center and Studio Bongard. Additionally, in the area, you'll find Albufeira Old Town Square and Falesia Beach.
What is a historic hotel like in Lagoa?
Guests who book a historic hotel can enjoy a holiday in a place that has a national historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel provided that it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found in the guestrooms or communal spaces of historic hotels in Lagoa, giving a historical feel.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel tends to be what's most significant. For a heritage hotel, it's often the cultural value as well as how it shaped the community.
Do historic hotels in Lagoa have modern facilities?
Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you've come to expect, but every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the popular amenities found in most hotels will be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Lagoa, don't worry that you'll find a place that's uncomfortable or rundown.