Prainha Travel Guide
Portimão
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Portimão Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Praia da Rocha with a trip to Portimão Harbor. Amble around this family-friendly 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
From Lagos: Benagil Sea Caves Tour with a Local Guide
Benagil: Caves, Coves & Secret Beaches Guided Kayaking Tour
Half Day Historical Tour to Silves and Monchique
Top hotels in Prainha
Pestana Alvor Praia Beach & Golf Hotel
Our Seaview cliff studio was tired and needs updating. However the main cleaning lady we met was wonderful and did a good job. Staff were mostly polite and engaging. Wifi was ok. Breakfast was good in variety but something were cold ( scrambled eggs were watery and held in a very large pan.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Pestana Blue Alvor Beach Hotel
This is one of the best all inclusive hotels we've stayed at especially with the amazing entertainment staff!
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025
Vila Vita Parc
Great hotel
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Tivoli Carvoeiro
As ever, faultless in all respects - Location, views, Room, Breakfast
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel
Clean room, staff was great. The breakfast needs some work but overall, great stay!
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
RR Hotel da Rocha
Room was very large and clean. Staff were courteous and helpful. Breakfast was as expected for a buffet. Fresh options much better than other. Some great fresh juices. Pool is small and at this time of year largely in shade but we were not interested in using it. Very good situation for access to ...
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Prainha
Torralta
While visiting Torralta, you might make a stop by sights like Alvor Boardwalk and 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.
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.
Praia da Rocha
Travellers to Praia da Rocha praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Três Castelos Beach and Algarve Casino.
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.
Monte Judeu
When in Monte Judeu, you can plan a visit to Le Meridien Penina Golf and Alvor Boardwalk, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
