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 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
Lagos: Boat Cruise to Ponta da Piedade
Half Day Historical Tour to Silves and Monchique
From Lagos: Benagil Sea Caves Tour with a Local Guide
Top hotels in Prainha
Pestana Alvor Praia Beach & Golf Hotel
Great location. Excellent service
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Pestana Blue Alvor Beach - All Inclusive 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
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
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 Algarve Casino and Rocha Beach.
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 Golf do Morgado and Le Meridien Penina Golf, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
