Pestana Dom João II Villas

The Pestana Dom João II is a 4-star beachfront resort ideal for a family vacation or a couple’s getaway in the Algarve. It’s located 74 km from the Faro International Airport and 10 minutes on foot from the city centre. Book a room with a balcony overlooking the garden or the sea, air-conditioning, and stay connected with free WiFi. Besides parking, the hotel boasts a fitness centre ($) and a spa ($) where guests can book a massage and relax in the sauna and the Turkish Bath.

Families can drop their little ones at the Kids’ Club (ages 4 to 12), complete with a playground. Many fun activities are available for guests of all ages, such as volleyball, aerobics, and mini golf, and a golf course ($) is located nearby. Soak up the sun in one of the outdoor saltwater pools, surrounded by lush gardens. The resort also features a heated indoor pool.

Enjoy traditional Portuguese cuisine and international dishes at the onsite restaurant and sip your favourite drink at one of the hotel’s bars, including a beautiful oceanfront bar. The Alvor Beach is a couple of feet away from the resort where you can swim in calm, crystal clear waters. Guests can also pay an extra fee to enjoy motorized and non-motorized water sports ($), such as pedal boats, banana boats, and jet skis. The Três Irmãos Beach and Rocha Beach are also worth the visit.