Santa Maria

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Central Monchique Hotel – Villa Termal Spa Resort by Unlock Hotels

Central Monchique Hotel – Villa Termal Spa Resort by Unlock Hotels

4 out of 5
Caldas de Monchique, Hotel Central, Monchique
The price is €88 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
€88
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Monchique. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Algarve International Autodrome Raceway ...
8/10 Very Good! (97 reviews)
"Charming hotel in a beautiful setting. The room was large and clean. We really enjoyed staying here especially after our time in the more crowded areas near the beaches."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Central Monchique Hotel – Villa Termal Spa Resort by Unlock Hotels
Villa Termal Spa Hotel – Villa Termal Spa Resort by Unlock Hotels

Villa Termal Spa Hotel – Villa Termal Spa Resort by Unlock Hotels

3 out of 5
Caldas de Monchique, Monchique
The price is €97 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
€97
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Monchique. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and hot springs on site. Popular attractions Algarve International ...
6.8/10 (9 reviews)
Lack of customer service
"We arrived after 16:00 after a long journey from England and an hour drive from faro and our room was not cleaned, when I raised this with the staff low efforts were initially made to resolve this, u had to escalate things for the room to get half clean and be told that I should wait. And that they ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Villa Termal Spa Hotel – Villa Termal Spa Resort by Unlock Hotels
Monchique Resort & Spa

Monchique Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
Lugar Do Montinho, Monchique
The price is €153 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
€153
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Monchique. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (345 reviews)
"Its clean &modern but not 5* its a bit disjointed and confusing with lifts and blocks. We were lucky we had an amazing view, but lots didnt. We had ants in our kitchen area and bathroom. Only 1 restaurant in main building was all inclusive the other 2 werent - which is nothing ive heard of! Cant ..."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Monchique Resort & Spa
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In Portugal, in the Algarve, Pretty Villa in Monchique, With Private Pool,

In Portugal, in the Algarve, Pretty Villa in Monchique, With Private Pool,

MONCHIQUE
Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Monchique. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Nossa Senhora do Desterro Convent ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (79 reviews)
A beautiful cottage in lovely gardens
"A lovely authentic cottage in pretty gardens. A gem to find a rural property within walking distance of good restaurants. The hosts were friendly and helpful. Useful to know... If you arrive after 9pm, all the supermarkets/shops are closed, so get the basics you need or want for the night and first ..."

Reviewed on 26 May 2025

In Portugal, in the Algarve, Pretty Villa in Monchique, With Private Pool,
Parque de Campismo Orbitur Sitava Milfontes

Parque de Campismo Orbitur Sitava Milfontes

4 out of 5
Brejo da Zimbreira, Malhadinhas, Odemira
Stay at this 4-star campground in Odemira. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Popular attractions Ilha do Pessegueiro Fort and Ilha do Pessegueiro ...
8/10 Very Good! (106 reviews)
Great camping
"Very neat comping place. Very friendly staff! A bit longer from the beach than I would have expected."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Parque de Campismo Orbitur Sitava Milfontes
Duna Parque Beach Club

Duna Parque Beach Club

3 out of 5
Eira da Pedra, Vila Nova de Milfontes, Odemira
Stay at this 3-star spa aparthotel in Odemira. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Vila Nova de Milfontes ...
7.8/10 Good! (103 reviews)
"Will return!"

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2024

Duna Parque Beach Club
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Popular places to visit

Barragem de Santa Clara

Barragem de Santa Clara

You can learn about the history of Santa Clara-a-Velha with a trip to Barragem de Santa Clara. Wander the lakeside and parks while you're in the area.

Barragem de Santa Clara

Vila Nova de Milfontes Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Vila Nova de Milfontes Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Vila Nova de Milfontes. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Vila Nova de Milfontes Beach

Beach of Franquia

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Beach of Franquia might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Vila Nova de Milfontes. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Beach of Franquia

Church of Sao Luis

You can find out about the history of São Luís with a trip to Church of Sao Luis. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Church of Sao Luis

Cabo Sardao

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cabo Sardao during your travels in Cavaleiro.

Cabo Sardao

São Clemente Fort

São Clemente Fort is just one of the places to see in Vila Nova de Milfontes, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beaches and riverfront in the area.

São Clemente Fort

Things to do

Wines from Villa Alvor

Wine Tasting & Tapas 4x4 Tours

€79
per adult
Wine Tasting & Tapas 4x4 Tours
Jeep Safari #1 in Algarve

Jeep Safari #1 in Algarve

€72
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Jeep Safari #1 in Algarve
Costa Vicentina Full Day Tour with Lunch

Costa Vicentina Full Day Tour with Lunch

€108
per traveller
Costa Vicentina Full Day Tour with Lunch
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Odemira