![Forte de Cacela Velha, Algarve - Portugal
Cacela Velha Fortress.
Cacela Velha and the surrounding towns were a stopover for Greek and Phoenician navigators, and according to some authors it may have once been near the location of Conistorgis, the still-unrecovered capital of the Conii. Roman and Arab occupiers also played a significant role in the expansion of the region.[1]
Archeological excavations conducted from May 7 to July 4, 2007, determined the village was the Medina of Qast’alla Daraj (Ibn Darradj al-Qastalli), an Islamic town dating back to the 10th century, when much of the Iberian peninsula was controlled by the Moors and Berbers who arrived from North Africa. Archeologists determined the area was an agricultural center, and part of the excavation recovered seven corn pits that were used for storing cereals and grain.
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While visiting Retur, you might make a stop by sights like Verde Beach and Cabeco Beach.
Nice room, comfortable bed, good shower, fab breakfast, fab dinner fantastic staff and a great location
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
We would recommend this hotel. Rooms were comfortable and clean. Staff were pleasant and helpful. Very good selection at breakfast.5minute walk to beach. Definitely would stay again.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
This was a place of calm and tranquility a setting for pure relaxation and happiness
Reviewed on 11 May 2025
The resort is in a very quiet area. They could have a small shop for essentials. There was a pool bar but unfortunately it was closed. The cleaners were hit and miss not their fault, but meant we had no cleaning and the bin not emptied. There was no facility to empty the bin ourselves. The rooms ...
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025
Sehr moderne und komplett ausgestattete Villa mit 4 Schlafzimmer und 4 Bäder. Sehr schönen Pool mit Liegen und einer Chillout-Area. Telefonate mit dem Besitzer waren recht freundlich und Informativ und auch in Deutsch. . Die Gegend war sehr ruhig
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2025
Our thanks to our hosts for a wonderful family holiday. The pool was a delight to adults and children alike with the villa providing sufficient amenities to meet all our expectations. Follow up messages from our hosts all added to a wonderful trip
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Monte Gordo Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Vila Real Santo Antonio. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
You can find out about the history of Vila Real Santo Antonio with a trip to Marques de Pombal Statue. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Explore the waterfront in Vila Real Santo Antonio with a trip to Vila Real Santo Antonio Harbour. Wander the beautiful beaches in this trendy area.
Catch an event at Santo Antonio Sports Complex during your trip to Vila Real Santo Antonio. Wander the beautiful beaches in this trendy area.
Find out about the history of Vila Real Santo Antonio when you spend time at Marques de Pombal Square. Wander the beautiful beaches in this trendy area.
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Cabeco Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Retur. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
We love VRSA and have visited many many times. Shops are varied and interesting and their are lovely restaurants, bars and cafés. Our go to restaurant is Honoratos along the main street, Avenida Atlantica, we eat there most days...
Great location to visit neighbouring towns. Lots of lovely restaurants and bars but not a nightclub place.
Very nice relaxed place
Visit the lighthouse on Wednesday. Play football table in the streets with local people.
Lovely beach , clean and well cared for all amenities close by .
The local food and bars off great value for money
