Night owls looking to stay in the thick of things need look no further than Avenida Dr. Francisco dà Carneiro, a busy nightlife area known as the Strip. The liveliest hotels are found along its southern end, in Areias de São João.

For families looking for a calmer vibe, quieter accommodation can be found along the Strip’s northern end, in the laid-back neighbourhood of Montechoro.

Those searching for an all-inclusive holiday on the beach will find it along Albufeira’s golden coastline. Hotels in developed eastern areas like Praia da Oura, just off the Strip, or Praia de Valesia, offer excellent value.

If you prefer your beaches quiet and cove-like, Praia de Galé to the west of Albufeira features an array of 4-star and 5-star resort properties.

Couples craving a romantic location should try Albufeira Old Town where white-washed buildings and pretty cobblestone streets are home to small guesthouses and boutique hotels.

An authentic stay in Portugal, can be enjoyed in a rural farmhouse. Traditional properties like Quinta Do Mel, just outside Albufeira, offer a quiet break away from the crowded resorts while still providing access to the beach and outdoor activities.

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Hotels in Albufeira are generally affordable no matter where you stay. If you fancy a hotel on the beach, some of the best ones are found around the honey-coloured beaches of Praia da Oura and Praia de Santa Eulália. Those looking for cheap hotels near the Old Town will find them nestled among the hills of Pátio.

Albufeira’s ultramodern marina lies southwest of the Old Town, close to the coastal area of São Rafael. São Rafael Suites feature modern, light-filled rooms a 20-minute walk from the marina, while the 4-star Ponta Grande Resort offers both cosy apartments and spacious villas surrounded by colourful tropical gardens.

The Epic Sana Algarve Hotel overlooking Praia da Falésia has five swimming pools (two for children), a kids’ club and baby centre, while the popular Alfagar II Aparthotel on Praia de Santa Eulália has its very own waterpark complete with water slides and splash zones.

Awarded 5 stars for its top-notch facilities, the Vila Vita Parc Resort was built with health and well-being in mind. Its spa is housed in its very own building and provides pampering facilities, which include a warm tepidarium and Jacuzzi. Meanwhile, the sensuous spa at the Vila Joya Home takes a holistic approach, offering Indian and Ayurvedic treatments as well as therapies such as sound healing and yoga.

The best all-inclusive hotels in Albufeira are easy to find once you look a little further away from the city centre. The Falésia Garden by 3HB has all the on-site services guests could need, including golf, massages, and a kids’ playpark, while the sprawling Adriana Beach Club Hotel Resort is set on 42 acres, with three restaurants and daytime activities including water polo, volleyball and aqua aerobics.