Calicos
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Octant Vila Monte
"Overall - nice place, lovely staff, but nothing particularly special about it, plus poor location for beach access"
Reviewed on 20 May, 2026
Occidental Faro
"Everyone was so helpful and the sauna was a great way to relax after a tone of traveling."
Reviewed on 26 May, 2026
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
"No frills, super clean. Perfect place for a night for this solo traveler who needed to be at Faro airport at 4am. 10-15 min safe walk down a well lit sidewalk to the airport, no taxi needed if you can handle your luggage. Friendly staff spoke English and check-in was a breeze. But distant from downtown ..."
Reviewed on 24 May, 2026
Vale do Lobo Resort
"Brilliant stay best of both worlds gorgeous villa but close to restaurants shops and even a free shuttle around the whole resort! Loved it and will definitely be coming back!"
Reviewed on 27 May, 2026
Vila Gale Ampalius Resort Hotel
"It was recently renovated, the place looked nice with a lovely atmosphere."
Reviewed on 27 May, 2026
Pedras d'el Rei
"We are a family of 5 ( 2 adults and 3 kids), we had an amazing stay. I cannot recommend the place enough, we will definitely come back!"
Reviewed on 24 Apr, 2026
Popular places to visit
Olhao Harbour
While staying in Olhão you’ll most likely want to visit the nearby islands of Ria Formosa Natural Park, which is accessible by ferry from this harbor.
Olhao Municipal Market
Towering over the waterfront, this market is a symbol of Olhão's industriousness and agricultural traditions, which are depicted on tile paintings inside the buildings.
Parque Natural da Ria Formosa
Explore the great outdoors at Parque Natural da Ria Formosa, a lovely green space in Olhao. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
Praia da Armona-Ria
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia da Armona-Ria during your trip to Island Armona? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Colina Verde Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Moncarapacho e Fuseta at Colina Verde Golf Course. Stroll along the marina in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Moncarapacho Museum and Chapel
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Moncarapacho Museum and Chapel during your travels in Moncarapacho e Fuseta. Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Amazing West: Silves, Lagos & Sagres Day Tour
Faro: Ria Formosa Lagoon Small Boat Tour with Local Guide
![From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45660913/56bd311b-b9cf-4a89-b7fe-1c3dd0a2258d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1005&rh=565)
From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]
Best of the East: Faro, Olhão, and Tavira
