Olhao accommodation from NZ$89

No sane person would visit Olhao without catching the Zoomarine. The Ocean View Residences and BaySide Salgados are convenient options for visitors as they are within walking distance from Zoomarine.

The Hotel Aeromar can be found 18 kilometres from the heart of Olhao. Another option is the Residencial Same, which is located 12 kilometres away. Two other hotels on Wotif are the Hotel Eva and the Hotel Faro.

Portugal's Faro offers heaps of other adventures too! View Faro's beaches and coastal plains. If that's not your idea of a good time, explore the area's ruins and castles. Or join the locals in the mountain biking while you are here.

It's well known that Australians are pretty laid back, so consider extending your stay and check out the University of Algarve, Faro Marina and Faro Island Beach, which you'll find in Faro, 10 kilometres to the west of Olhao. If you'd like to spend a night or two in Faro, be sure to check out the Best Western Hotel Dom Bernardo and Stay Hotel Faro Centro. Or, you could stay in Almancil, 19 kilometres to the west of Olhao, where you can pick from the Hotel Quinta do Lago and Quinta do Lago Country Club. Regardless of whether you're passing through or spending a few nights in Almancil, make sure you visit the Quinta do Lago Beach, Garrao Beach and Vale do Lobo Beach.

Why not spend an afternoon cheering along with fellow sports fans at a local sporting fixture? Albufeira Bullring is 35 kilometres to the west of Olhao. Those wanting to find accommodation close to the stadium can choose from the Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort or the Aqua Pedra dos Bicos Design Beach Hotel.

Visitors planning on arriving through Faro International Airport may find it convenient to book a bed at the Hotel Aeromar or the Residencial Same, both of which are conveniently close.