Carvoeiro is traditionally a fishing village in western Algarve, on the southern coast of Portugal. It’s now a popular vacation destination for families who enjoy a small-town atmosphere, clifftop views and sandy beaches. There’s a range of 4- and 5-star hotels around Carvoeiro’s main square, the focus of the town, for a comfortable stay.
The Tivoli Almansor rests on the cliffs overlooking the Vale Covo beach in Carvoeiro. With more than 290 bedrooms, it's the largest hotel in the town and is a 10-minute walk from Carvoeiro square, which is the main area of bars, restaurants and shops. Suites, triples and disabled rooms are available. Facilities also include two freshwater pools, an indoor pool, a Jacuzzi and a health club, which has table tennis, volleyball, badminton, tennis, archery and a putting green. The Tivoli Almansor also has a restaurant that offers international cuisine and local specialties.
Hotel Tivoli Almansor Carvoeiro
Vale Covo
Praia do Carvoeiro
8401-911 Carvoeiro
Algarve
Portugal
011-351-282-423-770
algarvetivolialmansor.com
Vale d'Oliveiras Quinta Hotel Resort & Spa is 5-star accommodation on 20 acres of land. It has 80 exclusive one- and two-bedroom family suites and 22 hotel rooms with facilities for all ages. All hotel rooms have a flat-screen satellite TV, private bathrooms and mini bars. The family suites have a fully-equipped kitchen, a DVD player with Dolby surround sound, a fireplace and a terrace overlooking the gardens or pool area. There's a spa for beauty and wellness treatments, including a steam bath, two tennis courts, two outdoor swimming pools and a health club with a heated indoor pool, Jacuzzi, sauna and gymnasium. Several restaurants are on-site and offer Mediterranean and Portuguese gourmet cuisine and light meals, and there are two bars for adults.
Vale d’Oliveiras Quinta Resort & Spa
Barranco Fundo
Apartado 79
8401-904 Carvoeiro
Algarve
Portugal
011-351-282-380-560
valedoliveirasresort.com
A short stroll from the main square in Carvoeiro and approximately 160 feet from the beach is the 4-star Hotel Carvoeiro Sol. This 54-room hotel is close to all the major golf courses and has regular bus service to local towns and villages. Almost all rooms have a balcony with a sea view, and as standard each one has a television and air conditioning. It's a family-friendly environment, with all children under 2 staying for free. With one restaurant, two bars, an outdoor swimming pool and golf packages available all year round, there's plenty to do.
Hotel Carvoeiro Sol
Praia do Carvoeiro
8400-517 Lagoa
Algarve
Portugal
011-351-282-357-301
carvoeirosol.com
The 4-star Hotel Baía Cristal Hotel can be found on a clifftop overlooking Centeanes Beach. It has 118 rooms, ranging from different sized suites, double and single rooms. All rooms have either a terrace or a balcony. Guests are able to make use of a free shuttle bus to the center of Carvoeiro, as well as a variety of excursions, room service, three swimming pools and an array of beauty services. There's also one restaurant and two bars with live music throughout the week. Summertime guests can enjoy the hotel's occasional barbecues. A kids club is also accessible to keep the little ones entertained.
Hotel Baía Cristal
Vale de Centeanes
Praia do Carvoeiro
8400-525 Lagoa
Algarve
Portugal
011-351-282-358-601
hoteisbaia.com