Title: Vale da Rosa Travel Guide: Best of Vale da Rosa, Faro Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Vale da Rosa](https://expedia.co.uk/Vale-Da-Rosa-Hotels.d553248635975868136.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Vale da Rosa](https://expedia.co.uk/Vale-Da-Rosa-Holiday-Rentals.d553248635975868136.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Vale da Rosa Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Vale-Da-Rosa.d553248635975868136.Car-Hire-Guide)[Vale da Rosa Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Vale-Da-Rosa.d553248635975868136.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Vale da Rosa Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ## Visit Vale da Rosa Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_553248635975868136) - Top hotels in Vale da Rosa - Top Holiday Rentals in Vale da Rosa ![AP Eva Senses](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2900/2828/ece4bc2c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### AP Eva Senses Avenida da Republica, 1 Faro £109 18 Feb - 19 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Faro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews) Room was clean and comfortable. The room was very stuffy / warm and since it was February i was told no A/C available try opening the door. Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F02%2F2026&endDate=19%2F02%2F2026&selected=2828&PinnedHotelID=2828&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975868136) ![EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/6000000/5995100/5995034/6bf34010_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel Praia da Falésia, Pinhal do Concelho Albufeira £147 28 Feb - 1 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (779 reviews) Spotless and great staff Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026&selected=5995034&PinnedHotelID=5995034&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975868136) ![Pure Formosa Concept Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68050000/68048400/68048336/9bbc12ed_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pure Formosa Concept Hotel Av. da República 34 Olhao Faro £45 19 Feb - 20 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Olhao. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (615 reviews) Everything was great, might be 3 stars but puts some 5 star hotels to shame Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F02%2F2026&endDate=20%2F02%2F2026&selected=68048336&PinnedHotelID=68048336&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975868136) [See all 8,115 properties in Vale da Rosa](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635975868136) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Pine Cliffs Gardens](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23410000/23404000/23403989/d8e442f6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pine Cliffs Gardens Praia Da Falesia Albufeira Faro Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 8 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Falesia Beach and Albufeira Old Town Square ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (82 reviews) The room, although beautiful, had issues constantly. There was water that leaked out underneath the sink every day ..I believe from the washing machine. The sink in the one bathroom was plugged when we got there. The bidets in both bathrooms leaked water all over the floor. When you showered, you ... Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Albufeira-Hotels-Pine-Cliffs-Gardens.h23403989.Hotel-Information) ![Alfagar Aparthotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2490000/2486300/2486269/f5418453_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Alfagar Aparthotel Santa Eulália Balaia Apartado Albufeira Stay at this beach aparthotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (626 reviews) The room was clean and the employee was nice and very helpful. Will diffinitely coming back soon! Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Albufeira-Hotels-Alfagar-Aparthotel.h2486269.Hotel-Information) ![Alfagar Village](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1460000/1456200/1456107/8b970f2e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Alfagar Village Santa Eulalia Albufeira Stay at this beach aparthotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Albufeira Old Town Square and Falesia Beach ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (616 reviews) Far from Albufera town and the beach but this is quite and it has it own access tot he private beach and lot of facilities that kids will enjoy Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Albufeira-Hotels-Alfagar-Village.h1456107.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Vale da Rosa](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635975868136&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Vale da Rosa hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975868136&startDate=2026-02-15&endDate=2026-02-16)[15 Feb - 16 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975868136&startDate=2026-02-15&endDate=2026-02-16) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975868136&startDate=2026-02-16&endDate=2026-02-17)[16 Feb - 17 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975868136&startDate=2026-02-16&endDate=2026-02-17) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975868136&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975868136&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Faro Island Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081721/df8b6267-1fc8-4d38-b4a3-fb32765e3bb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Faro Island Beach Rent kayaks and surfboards to ride the waves lapping this narrow stretch of sand, which serves as a wall between ocean and river. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Faro-Island-Beach-Praia-de-Faro.d6081721.Attraction) ![Beautiful marina in touristic Vilamoura, Quarteira, Algarve, Portugal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081711/780228d9-5e13-4eca-bc9e-568d233270c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Faro Marina Explore the waterfront of Faro Marina and enjoy other activities such as golfing in Sé e São Pedro. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Faro-Marina-Faro-City-Centre.d6081711.Attraction) ![Faro, cafes in the Praca do Afonso III, Old Town Cidade Velha](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621576385399/3b34be8e-bd7b-44aa-bd48-386d66a4fd9c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Old Town Square Find out about the history of Sé e São Pedro when you spend time at Old Town Square. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Old-Town-Square-Faro-City-Centre.d553248621576385399.Attraction) ![Faro Cathedral which includes a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081717/274dbb79-d787-46ae-b6df-fda3eb929ac9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Faro Cathedral The Cathedral of Faro, also known as Sé or the Church of Santa Maria, is one of the most important historic buildings in Faro. It’s located in the historic city centre, in Largo da Sé. The architecture consists of a mixture of different styles: gothic (tower porch, main entrance, and some chapels), mannerist and baroque. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Faro-Cathedral-Faro-City-Centre.d6081717.Attraction) ![Come here at blue hour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1193/0fa594a0-e1f9-4676-9397-596d03c6a72e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Faro Town Hall Faro Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Sé e São Pedro, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Faro-Town-Hall-Faro.d6081715.Attraction) ![Carmo Church which includes a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081723/9ddb0dc9-58b0-4a9e-b8b0-629c700555ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carmo Church Behind the intricate details of the Baroque façade and the nave’s gilded woodwork and stained-glass windows lie the ghoulish skulls of the Bones Chapel. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carmo-Church-Faro-City-Centre.d6081723.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1113763/df217de4-0baf-45a7-a5fa-c83e2ddd7f6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro £35 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/ria-formosa-natural-park-and-islands-boat-cruise-from-faro.a1113763.activity-details) ![Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48931868/92e33c4d-558f-467c-8c0b-2bc524609d10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos £15 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/faro-airport-comfortable-bus-transfer-tofrom-lagos.a48931868.activity-details) ![Small Group Dolphin and Wildlife Watching Tour in Faro](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1061370/196547a0-aaf4-4f11-8c74-250c1a15233b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Small Group Dolphin and Wildlife Watching Tour in Faro £47 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/small-group-dolphin-and-wildlife-watching-tour-in-faro.a1061370.activity-details) ![Benagil cave from the top view](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45660913/1fb36b56-5d4d-4ff2-8126-49d8d7e5232d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro \[Full-Day Tour\] £43 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-faro-benagil-cave.a45660913.activity-details) ![Eco boat touring the Ria Formosa lagoon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2150220/4367db8b-4b10-454f-82c3-0c7ee3138cd3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro £22 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/eco-boat-tour-in-the-ria-formosa-lagoon-from-faro.a2150220.activity-details) ![Cork Factory Tour & Cork Shop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1130066/9fd5bda0-6139-491b-8f41-32ace24b9099.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cork Factory Tour & Cork Shop £15 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cork-factory-tour-cork-shop.a1130066.activity-details) [See all activities in Vale da Rosa](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Vale-Da-Rosa.d553248635975868136.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Vale da Rosa ![Faro Island Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081721/df8b6267-1fc8-4d38-b4a3-fb32765e3bb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Faro ![Palace garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048763/a882b0d5-02b5-4300-b932-d37fa32002d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Estoi - Cities near Vale da Rosa - Places of interest [Faro](https://expedia.co.uk/Faro.dx1193)[Estoi](https://expedia.co.uk/Estoi.dx6048763) - [Falesia Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Falesia-Beach-Albufeira.d6081797.Attraction) - [Vilamoura Marina ](https://expedia.co.uk/Vilamoura-Marina-Vilamoura.d6081799.Attraction) - [Balaia Golf Village ](https://expedia.co.uk/Balaia-Golf-Village-Albufeira.d6157253.Attraction) - [Olhao Harbour ](https://expedia.co.uk/Olhao-Harbour-Olhao.d6118600.Attraction) - [The Strip ](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Strip-Albufeira.d6157603.Attraction) - [Oura Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Oura-Beach-Algarve.d6118646.Attraction) - [Faro Island Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Faro-Island-Beach-Praia-de-Faro.d6081721.Attraction) - [Praia dos Alemães ](https://expedia.co.uk/Praia-Dos-Alemaes-Algarve.d6157004.Attraction) - [Ria Formosa Natural Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ria-Formosa-Natural-Park-Faro-District.d6118605.Attraction) - [Faro Marina ](https://expedia.co.uk/Faro-Marina-Faro-City-Centre.d6081711.Attraction) - [Cabanas Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cabanas-Beach-Algarve.d6118610.Attraction) - [Ilha de Tavira Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ilha-De-Tavira-Beach-Algarve.d6156491.Attraction) - [Old Town Square ](https://expedia.co.uk/Old-Town-Square-Faro-City-Centre.d553248621576385399.Attraction) - [Praia dos Olhos de Água ](https://expedia.co.uk/Praia-Dos-Olhos-De-Agua-Algarve.d6156726.Attraction) - [Quarteira Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Quarteira-Beach-Algarve.d6081803.Attraction) - [Old Town ](https://expedia.co.uk/Old-Town-Tavira.d553248621532957621.Attraction) - [Ilha da Culatra Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ilha-Da-Culatra-Beach-Faro-District.d6118604.Attraction) - [Pine Cliffs Golf Course ](https://expedia.co.uk/Pine-Cliffs-Golf-Course-Albufeira.d6157256.Attraction) - [Faro Cathedral ](https://expedia.co.uk/Faro-Cathedral-Faro-City-Centre.d6081717.Attraction) - [Olhao Municipal Market ](https://expedia.co.uk/Olhao-Municipal-Market-Olhao.d6081783.Attraction) - [Santa Eulalia Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Eulalia-Beach-Santa-Eulalia.d6118648.Attraction) - [Aqua Show Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Aqua-Show-Park-Loule.d6156690.Attraction) - [Vale do Lobo Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Vale-Do-Lobo-Beach-Algarve.d6156809.Attraction) - [Tavira Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tavira-Castle-Tavira.d6118614.Attraction) - [Ilha da Armona Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ilha-Da-Armona-Beach-Algarve.d6118602.Attraction) - [Barril Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Barril-Beach-Algarve.d6081781.Attraction) - [Roman Bridge ](https://expedia.co.uk/Roman-Bridge-Tavira.d6081755.Attraction) - [Ilha da Barreta Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ilha-Da-Barreta-Beach-Algarve.d6156716.Attraction) - [Forum Algarve Mall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Forum-Algarve-Mall-Sao-Pedro.d6157423.Attraction) - [Loule Town Market ](https://expedia.co.uk/Loule-Town-Market-Loule.d6157412.Attraction) - [Estoi Palace ](https://expedia.co.uk/Estoi-Palace-Faro.d553248621562514876.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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