Alcalar Travel Guide
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 care-free afternoon at Vau Beach during your travels in Portimão? Stroll along the marina in this family-friendly area or visit 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.
Portimão Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Praia da Rocha with a trip to Portimão Harbor. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Três Castelos Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Três Castelos Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Praia da Rocha. Stroll along the marina in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Half Day Historical Tour to Silves and Monchique
From Lagos: Cruise to the Caves of Ponta da Piedade
Top hotels in Alcalar
Vila Vita Parc
Great hotel
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
RR Hotel da Rocha
Location, staff, that breakfast! What a great place to stay in Portimão.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Tivoli Carvoeiro
We had a fantastic stay. The highlight was definitely the beautiful ocean view — it really made the whole visit special. The breakfast buffet was excellent, with plenty of choice and great quality. The staff were friendly and very helpful throughout our stay. Everything was clean, comfortable, and ...
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hotel Algarve Casino
The front desk staff were very helpful. My room was clean and the breakfast buffet, including the staff, was amazing. Well done.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Belmar Spa & Beach Resort
Nous avions 2 chambres et 2 salles de bain, cuisine bien équipée et vue sur une des piscine. Garage fermé. Seulement le lit pas confortable.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Lagos Atlantic Hotel
Lovely staff. Great breakfast. Had a deluxe sea view room. Great south facing balcony with 2 sunbeds, 2 chairs and a table. Modern, large room with huge rainforest shower and hand held shower also. Complimentary prosecco bottle, chocolate and fruit in room on arrival plus free drink at bar. 5 min ...
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Alcalar
Monte Judeu
When in Monte Judeu, you can plan a visit to Golf do Morgado and Le Meridien Penina Golf, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Rasmalho
Rasmalho might not have many top sights, but Algarve International Autodrome Raceway and Golf do Morgado are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Montes de Alvor
Montes de Alvor is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Alvor area, you might plan a trip to Alvor Boardwalk or Tres Irmaos Beach.
Alagoas
While Alagoas isn't home to many top sights, Alvor Boardwalk and Tres Irmaos Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Portimão City Centre
You'll enjoy the beaches and bars in Portimão City Centre. You might want to make time for a stop at Portimão Harbor or Algarve Racing.
Torralta
While visiting Torralta, you might make a stop by sights like Alvor Boardwalk and Tres Irmaos Beach.
