Located a 5-minute walk from Tavira’s bustling town centre, Maria Nova Lounge Hotel - Adults Only enjoys a quiet hillside location. Its modern rooms feature a private balcony.
Bev
Canada
Loved everything about the hotel except for the poor Internet in the room.
Offering an outdoor pool and a fitness centre, OZADI Tavira Hotel is located in Tavira. Featuring a contemporary design, free WiFi access is available throughout the hotel.
Situated on the banks of the Ria Formosa, in the centre of Tavira, Vila Galé Tavira offers elegant rooms with a private balcony. Facilities include an outdoor pool and a spa.
lil
Ireland
Loved resort and beaches. Great to have the train near at hand
Vila Galé Albacora is a 4-star resort, set in a rehabilitated tuna fishing camp amongst Ria Formosa Natural Park. It is close to the Island of Tavira and a 15-minute drive from Faro Airport.
Lynn
United Kingdom
the whole concept keeping and maintaining an old Tuna canning Farm including all its buildings and church. The location although remote is tranquil and peaceful in the heart of the nature reserve. The facilities Good size indoor pool and spa area although steam room was out of order when visited in May 2024 the out door pool area was great, clean and plenty of sun beds and entertainment was provided. Reception staff went above and beyond to help and very knowlageble about the area.
Hotel Rural Quinta do Marco - Nature & Dining is located in Santa Catarina da Fonte do Bispo by Algarve’s Caldeirão Ridge and offers far-reaching views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Verner
Latvia
Hotel is absolutelly fantastic. Located on top of the hills. Beautifull view. Countryside. Orange trees. We walked through them. This place have special energy. Silence. You fill so relaxed. Other people who come to this place were positive, polite, friendly. Hotel staff is so kind. They pay attention to each visitor. Super kind and positive people in restaurant. All of them. At breakfast, lunch and dinner. We filled so welcomed here. Delicious food. Excellent dinner. Definitely will come back on my next trip to Portugal.
Offering outdoor pool and a panoramic view of the Algarve countryside, Hotel Don Rodrigues is located at the entrance of Tavira by the N125 road with easy access to the Algarvian Sotavento region.
Irene
Spain
Everything. Very nice decor. Rooms were good and very clean. Breakfast was very good. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Located 7.1 km from Island of Tavira, Authentic Tavira Hotel offers 2-star accommodation in Tavira and features an outdoor swimming pool, a shared lounge and a terrace.
Samantha
United Kingdom
Breakfast was a little limited but OK for us for 4 nights. Staff were very friendly and helpful. The beds were comfortable and the bathroom was good.
Centrally located in Tavira, Pousada de Juventude de Tavira is just 500 metres from the Train Station. The youth hostel is 2.5 km from the harbour connecting with Tavira Island and its renowned beach....
Mary
South Africa
The accommodation was central and very clean and tidy. The breakfast was adequate. Nice chilling area.
Located in the heart of Ria Formosa Natural Park in Tavira, Algarve, this beach resort is 1 km from Barril Beach. It has several restaurants, an outdoor pool and massage services.
Dolores
Ireland
Love Pedras D’El Rei, it had everything you need for a relaxing holiday. Love the train to the beach. Restaurant fabulous very high quality but a tad expensive.Apartment well stocked, super clean but no wine glasses.
Located in Tavira and with Island of Tavira reachable within 6.4 km, Altanure - Almatere Food Forest Boutique Hotel provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared...
Breakfast was prepared in an open kitchen...furniture very tastefully!
São Paulo Boutique Hotel - SPBH has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Tavira. Offering a bar, the property is located within 6.7 km of Island of Tavira.
Fantastic property, close to everything in Tavira.
Hotel Rural Quinta do Marco - Nature & Dining is located in Santa Catarina da Fonte do Bispo by Algarve’s Caldeirão Ridge and offers far-reaching views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Staff at réception and restaurant very kind!
Thank you so much!
Set in Tavira, 6.1 km from Island of Tavira, Altanure - Casa Terra Ecological Boutique Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
Staff is super helpful and friendly and the place is amazing
Loved the Friendliness in this nice quaint old town,...
Loved the Friendliness in this nice quaint old town, unfortunately the roads / streets were in process of being dug up & left rather unsafe ( we witnessed a lady falling).. lots of cobbled streets which were left unfinished. Hopefully they will complete soon for travellers & residents to enjoy this lovely town.
nigel
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Tavira is full of character and has an obvious love of its...
Tavira is full of character and has an obvious love of its history and heritage. It offers the opportunity to have a beach holiday without it being forced upon you. Wander down all the back streets and find new places.
We mostly self-catered but there are many restaurants with differing cuisines. Take a punt - it will probably pay off. If you like octopus take a trip to Santa Luzia just 3km away. It is a charming fishing port and the octopus catching centre of Portugal
Sarah
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
We've become familiar with Tavira after several visits over...
We've become familiar with Tavira after several visits over recent years. It is a lovely understated destination as a living, breathing 365 days a year town. Not at all touristy, though popular and busy, it's a great base for a sunshine and beach holiday as well as easy access to Spain and onwards. A wide spread of bars and restaurants gives plenty of choice for evening entertainment, and all within short walking distance.
Les
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Tavira is a little gem of a town.
Tavira is a little gem of a town. There are tons of things to see and explore. People are friendly, the food scene is beyond incredible and the city is completely walkable. If you're looking for a small, quite, charming town then Tavira is the place.
Billy
10
Scored 10
Tavira is a very relaxed and beautiful place to visit, the...
Tavira is a very relaxed and beautiful place to visit, the atmosphere was friendly and there were lots of restaurants for all budgets. We were there at the end of April and the temperature was ideal for us, in the low twenties. The beaches were easy to get to and huge so even in high season I think they would be fine. You are a short train ride from Faro and there are other lovely villages nearby to visit. Plenty of walks and bike tracks for the more active mostly all on the flat so not too energetic! This is a resort for couples and families rather than those looking for lively night life but for us that was a positive!
M
Mark
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
Tavira is definitely one of the most picturesque and...
Tavira is definitely one of the most picturesque and unspoilt towns in the Algarve. So far, it has escaped the mass building of apartments that now plague other places. But, unless you have a car, I'd recommend staying in the centre! Local transport is not very convenient, though trains to other towns are good. There's lots going on, though perhaps more geared towards adults than youngsters! Plenty of restaurants and cafés and the Clube de Tavira is a good spot for some local jazz on a Thursday. Bear in mind it's not directly on the coast - you need to take ferries to the islands nearby, but that's fun if the weather's good. Not so much if it's wet and windy 🙄. Bike rental is another good option. Another plus is being so near Spain - a trip to Seville is only a couple of hours away! My tip - if you're not with a car, don't stay on the outskirts, unless you just want to be by the pool all day! It's a long and boring walk into town! Do visit the little olive producer just out of town. At time of my visit, nearly the whole town was undergoing roadworks which meant half the streets were closed to traffic and all the cobbles and paving were up, making for dusty and uneven surfaces. Just beware!
The best place we stayed in the Algarve, it exceeded our expectations by far. One of the calmest and most easy going hotel experiences we have ever had. Even though fully booked, there was so much space and calmness to find in the building. Fantastic location to walk to all main attractions of Tavira. The pool area was an oasis in the middle of the town. Fantastic breakfast, with fresh regional products and specialties. Very good and friendly service from the staff and the most amazing setting to eat inside the courtyard of the old monastery.
So charming peopel running this! I came there in the evening and it was just a welcoming athmospher. Though i wish i was in a more social state of mind myself, it was just what i needed. Mark were amazing in his way to connect and push me in the right amount in the yoga. And it might have been a tip i got from him that acctually saved my health. Next time i go visiting portugal i will bring my daoughter to go see them so she can feel this atmosphear. AND they have a dog Sultan!! and he is amazing! he likes to be brushed.
The location was great for me.... quiet, but a nice 20mins walk to centre .... as I went in April , it wasn't too busy .... the pool was lovely.... unfortunately the cafe/bar was still being refurbished , but wasn't a problem ... supermarket close by.... I loved area as more the traditional Portugal ....
People very friendly and helpful .... my host helped me when issues arose, nothing was too much trouble .... can't wait to take my fiancé next time .....
Tanya..... Aberdeenshire
I was very pleased with Ana, Miguel and Magda level of hospitality and they always made me feel warmly welcomed. I felt very fortunate to stay at this location
I could not have asked for anything better as my first place I stayed on my two and half weeks journey in Portugal. It was the perfect welcome after a very long trip from Seattle to Lisbon and then immediately caught the train at the Oriente station Lisbon to Tavira. Thank you, Foksa Guest House!!
This is a surprisingly large hotel - you'll get your steps in for the day just walking to your room and back! The underground car park is free and also massive. We parked near the entrance and then discovered it was a long walk to reception. And it was a long walk from here to the dining room. But the room (view over the pool) was large and had all the necessary facilities. It was only a short walk from the hotel into the centre of Tavira.
The apartment is very spacious and beautiful. We loved the balconies on each side and how close it is to the beach and restaurants. We had such a wonderful welcome from the host and his mother . She drove me to a supermarket in Tevira to get provisions. This kind of empathetic welcome and hospitality is simply unique but we found this in many places in Portugal. Such warm gentle people. We look forward to returning very soon.
Recommended by Rough Guide to Portugal- absolutely right. Delightful place right by the ferry boat to Ilha da Tavira. Nice room. Good breakfasts. The Mares could not be better located, you are right in the heart of everything. A great five day stay with trips to Faro, Vila Real de SA and Fuseta. Helpful bus link to Seville. Many different ways to make a stay enjoyable. For eating go to the Restaurante Simco.
Cosy hotel, managed by a family (I think) very friendly.
Comfortable well taken cared rooms also spotlessly clean.
The breakfast was fantastic with a little bit of everything.
The pool area is quiet, with an well maintained garden surrounding.
The hotel is pet friendly which is a plus!
In resume: not a 5 star hotel but a really great place to stay.
I will definitely come back!
Philippa host us in the junior suite room, who has perfectly clean, nice and comfy. It was huge, with a big bed. the view was amazing. Perfectly calm. The staff are extremely nice. We only stayed two nights but we wanted to stay more. The breakfast is amazing. It was just the best hotel in Algarve. Kids were so happy. Thank you so much Philippa !
Everything is perfect! The most charming accomodation in our whole trip through Portugal. Lovely renovated old famly home and a wonderful patio with flowers and plants. In the middle of town but a very quiet place. Very nice, helpful and caring hosts. Gave us lots of useful recommendation.
We booked a room with a terrace which was lovely. Sitting out enjoying the garden and relaxing in the beautiful surrounds was just what we needed in the middle of our busy Portugal and Spain road trip. Room was lovely and clean, tastefully furnished and hosts were extremely friendly.
Lovely modern hotel. Friendly staff. Excellent food. The large swimming pool with plenty sitting areas if you want your own space. The shuttlebus to Tavira and Cabanas, where you can get the local train if you wanted to venture further along the Algarve.
We loved the décor of this hotel, so funky! It was new and very clean. Great location in old town, close to great restaurants and shopping. Very walkable to everything. Parking very convenient. A nice boutique hotel!
Super complete and great breakfast, nice pools and space around it, cosy room with balcony, very clean, with wonderful view to the sea and sunrise on it.
Would and will recommend this hotel to friends who visit Tavira.
Great location for visiting Távira. Close to restaurants. The hotel has a restaurant. Very clean. The hotel has character, old fashion and yet all modern amenities. Excellent breakfast. The staff is very welcoming.
Geraldine, the owner, was such a delight. She seems to truly love hosting. The breakfast was the best in our 4 weeks traveling throughout Portugal. She gave us great tips for beaches and restaurants.
Rustic Portugal construction. Beautiful grounds pool tennis court. Nice staff, exceptional. If you are looking for an experience you have it here. Very clean
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