Albufeira accommodation from NZ$75

No vacation in Albufeira would be complete without taking a trip to the Zoomarine. The Ocean View Residences and BaySide Salgados are within walking distance of Zoomarine.

The Quinta dos Is is 9 kilometres from the heart of Albufeira. Another accommodation option is the Hotel Aeromar, which is situated 25 kilometres away. The Hospedaria Frangaria and also the Hotel Quinta do Lago are two other recommended hotel options in Albufeira.

The greater Faro area is certainly well worth spending some time in also. Faro has beaches, along with commonly visited Faro sights like the ruins. Visitors in this section of Portugal often enjoy mountain biking, mountain climbing and hiking.

Looking for things to do? Spend some time exploring the Oceanico Millennium Golf Course, Oceanico Pinhal Golf Course and Vilamoura Tennis Center, which you'll find in Vilamoura, 10 kilometres to the east of Albufeira. The Four Seasons Vilamoura and Rio Apartments are just some of the great short and long-stay options in Vilamoura. 14 kilometres to the southeast of Albufeira, you'll also find Quarteira, which is home to the Dona Filipa Hotel and Vale do Lobo Resort. Regardless of whether you're passing through or spending a few nights in Quarteira, set aside some time to visit the Quarteira Beach, Aqua Show Park and Trafal Beach.

Faro International Airport is the nearest preferred airport for arriving in Albufeira and is 25 kilometres from the city centre. If you plan to stay nearby, try the Hotel Aeromar or the Residencial Same.