Encosta das Oliveiras Travel Guide

Loulé

Popular places to visit

Vilamoura Marina showing a bay or harbour

Vilamoura Marina

Take a boat trip to see dolphins and go parasailing with a tour operator near this marina, which is bordered by the town’s main strip of restaurants and nightclubs.

Vilamoura Marina
Marina Beach which includes a coastal town, a sandy beach and general coastal views

Vilamoura Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Vilamoura Beach during your travels in Vilamoura? Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Vilamoura Beach
Quinta do Lago Golf

Quinta do Lago Golf

Enjoy a round of golf in Almancil at Quinta do Lago Golf. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Quinta do Lago Golf
Garrao Beach

Garrao Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Garrao Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Vale do Garrão. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Garrao Beach

Aqua Show Park

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Aqua Show Park as part of your trip to Quarteira. Wander through the beautiful beaches and marina in this relaxing area.

Aqua Show Park

Quinta do Lago Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Quinta do Lago Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Quinta do Lago. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area or seek out the golf courses.

Quinta do Lago Beach

Things to do

Jeep splashing through the water in Algarve

Jeep Safari 4X4 Algarve Expedition with Lunch Included

Rp1.380.613
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Jeep Safari 4X4 Algarve Expedition with Lunch Included
Benagil Secrets

Benagil Adventure: Jeep and Boat Tour with Wine Tasting

Rp1.246.387
per adult
Benagil Adventure: Jeep and Boat Tour with Wine Tasting
Loulé: TechSalt’s Rock-Salt Mine Tour

Loulé: TechSalt’s Rock-Salt Mine Tour

Rp479.380
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Loulé: TechSalt’s Rock-Salt Mine Tour
From Vilamoura: Sunset Tour on a Luxury Sailing Yacht

From Vilamoura: Sunset Tour on a Luxury Sailing Yacht

Rp958.759
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Vilamoura: Sunset Tour on a Luxury Sailing Yacht
Transfers (Lisbon - Algarve) /

Transfers (Lisbon - Algarve) / (Algarve - Lisbon)

Rp7.574.198
per traveller
Transfers (Lisbon - Algarve) / (Algarve - Lisbon)
From Vilamoura: 2.5-Hour Benagil Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour

From Vilamoura: 2.5-Hour Benagil Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour

Rp862.883
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
From Vilamoura: 2.5-Hour Benagil Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour
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Top hotels in Encosta das Oliveiras

Tivoli Carvoeiro

Tivoli Carvoeiro

5 out of 5
Apartado 1299, Vale Do Covo, Praia do Carvoeiro, Lagoa
The price is Rp6.339.055 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
Rp6.339.055
Rp6.794.350 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lagoa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
"Incredible and the staff was wonderful!"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Tivoli Carvoeiro
AP Eva Senses

AP Eva Senses

4 out of 5
Avenida da Republica, 1, Faro
The price is Rp3.978.437 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
Rp3.978.437
Rp4.273.357 total
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Faro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel. Brilliant breakfast Lovely rooms. I would’ve scored it higher, but the pool area lets it down. Broken sunbeds, very tired area. Like I said the breakfast was brilliant, but we had an evening meal in the restaurant and it was poor! Definitely not worth the €25 per head"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

AP Eva Senses
Stay Hotel Faro Centro

Stay Hotel Faro Centro

3 out of 5
Rua de Portugal 17, Faro
The price is Rp1.813.684 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp1.813.684
Rp1.997.456 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Faro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
"Super convenient. Would like to see an option of a mini fridge in the rooms; however the staff were extremely accommodating and kept a few things in a staff fridge for us."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Stay Hotel Faro Centro
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel

5 out of 5
Praia da Falésia, Pinhal do Concelho, Albufeira
The price is Rp7.477.468 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp7.477.468
Rp8.001.067 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (696 reviews)
Really Nice Resort
"The Epic was just that, Epic. The customer service was great, the room spacious with a large comfy balcony and the meals delicious and varied. The pools were a good temperature and had plenty of chairs around them. The beach is a bit of a walk but very nice to have on property. However, the ocean ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto

Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto

3 out of 5
Caixa Postal 409-A, Estrada Nacional 125-10, Faro
The price is Rp2.457.135 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
Rp2.457.135
Rp2.679.514 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Faro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Ve"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG

Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG

4 out of 5
Av. do Estádio, PO Box 2445, Albufeira
The price is Rp2.686.939 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
Rp2.686.939
Rp2.923.107 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (239 reviews)
Confortable
"Confort à l’américaine, chambre spacieuse buffet déjeuner avec beaucoup de variété. Piscine et installations adéquates. Par contre un peu distant à pieds des sites d’intérêt."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Encosta das Oliveiras

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Aldeia do Golfe

When in Aldeia do Golfe, you can plan a visit to Falesia Beach and Dom Pedro Golf: Old Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Aldeia do Golfe
Falesia Beach featuring rocky coastline, general coastal views and a beach

Vilamoura

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Vilamoura. Make a stop by Falesia Beach or Vilamoura Marina while you're exploring the area.

Vilamoura
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Morgadinho

Morgadinho might not have many top sights, but Vila Sol Golf and Aqua Show Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Morgadinho
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Boliqueime

While Boliqueime may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Falesia Beach and Pine Cliffs Golf Course.

Boliqueime
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Cavacos

Cavacos is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Quarteira Beach or Vilamoura Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Cavacos
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Brotual

While Brotual may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Aqua Show Park and Vila Sol Golf.

Brotual

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