Located a 5-minute walk from Tavira’s bustling town center, Maria Nova Lounge Hotel - Adults Only enjoys a quiet hillside location. Its modern rooms feature a private balcony.
Located on the banks of the Ria Formosa, in the center of Tavira, Vila Galé Tavira offers elegant rooms with a private balcony. Facilities include an outdoor pool and a spa.
santos
United States of America
Rooms and bathrooms are a bit small but overall ok. Underground parking fairly spacious by European standards.
Vila Galé Albacora is a 4-star resort, set in a rehabilitated tuna fishing camp among Ria Formosa Natural Park. It is close to the Island of Tavira and a 15-minute drive from Faro Airport.
Natasha
Ireland
The staff were amazing! Super friendly and attentive throughout the resort, the entertainment staff are fantastic - Noah still misses his "amigos". The rooms are clean and comfortable. Dining at the hotel was a delightful experience with diverse and delicious options. I’m confident your stay will exceed expectations and provide memorable moments.
Pousada Convento de Tavira is set around the quiet courtyard of the 16th-century St. Augustine’s Convent.
Sophie
United States of America
Beautiful location with spotless rooms. Very friendly staff who go over and above to help out. Absolutely fabulous breakfast! Dinner also delicious and bar snacks good. Swimming pool not heated in May but swimmable if brave and on the hot days we were there. Quieter hotel, calm and relaxing, not for wild parties. Bring good, grippy walking shoes—top of hill, lots of slippy cobbles! Forget your heels unless using Uber/taxis everywhere (very good, inexpensive service in the town).
Offering an outdoor pool and a fitness center, OZADI Tavira Hotel is located in Tavira. Featuring a contemporary design, free WiFi access is available throughout the hotel.
Shira
United States of America
Wonderful breakfast on the roof, a great pool for laps and for hanging out
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.
uwe
United States of America
The location was good. Room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was suitable, especially the pastries. There was an inexpensive restaurant near.
Located 4.4 miles from Tavira Island, Authentic Tavira Hotel offers 2-star accommodations in Tavira and features an outdoor swimming pool, a shared lounge and a terrace.
Lori
Canada
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!
Located in front of Gilão River within Ria Formosa Natural Park, Marés offers free WiFi and a relaxing sauna. Many of Tavira’s historical sites are a 5-minute walk away.
Maria
United States of America
The room was quite roomy and comfortable, the bathroom a little on the small side. The breakfast offered was absolutely plentiful and with healthy options. The location was right in front of the river so easy to get around!! I really enjoyed my stay there.
Centrally located in Tavira, Pousada de Juventude de Tavira is just 1640 feet from the Train Station. The youth hostel is 1.6 mi from the harbor connecting with Tavira Island and its renowned beach.
Inge
United States of America
Excellent location. Nice employees. Liked the room and bathroom. It would be nice if they started breakfast at 8 or even 7:30 a.m.
Excellent value.
Located in the heart of Ria Formosa Natural Park in Tavira, Algarve, this beach resort is 0.6 mi from Barril Beach. It has several restaurants, an outdoor pool and massage services.
Vandalfergie
Portugal
The location is very nice, we were situated right next to the walking path which leads to the beautiful beaches along Tavira. It is not 'walkable' into Tavira, but if you have a car and are looking for a little community away from all the tourists, this is the place for you. The place is a little funky, it felt like a summer camp. There really isn't a couch in the living room, but two additional beds, which was odd. The kitchen had the dishes you need, but you need to have all your own spices, oils, etc. The room didn't have wifi, but we were able to rent a router for 1 euro, which worked really well. We had a nice little yard, which was great for the dog. We ordered pizza and salad from the bar, which was excellent!
Located in Tavira and with Island of Tavira reachable within 4 mi, Altanure - Almatere Food Forest Boutique Hotel provides concierge services, nonsmoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge...
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 4.2 miles of Tavira Island.
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!
Located in Tavira, 3.8 miles from Tavira Island, Altanure - Casa Terra Ecological Boutique Hotel provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared...
Staff is super helpful and friendly and the place is amazing
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.
Very clean; lovely restaurant attached,staff very pleasant
Located a 5-minute walk from Tavira’s bustling town center, Maria Nova Lounge Hotel - Adults Only enjoys a quiet hillside location. Its modern rooms feature a private balcony.
Location great even though building works taking place
Located 4.4 miles from Tavira Island, Authentic Tavira Hotel offers 2-star accommodations in Tavira and features an outdoor swimming pool, a shared lounge and a terrace.
Very clean modern property
Lovely breakfast in pleasant surroundings
A lovely town with great restaurants and bars, shops and...
A lovely town with great restaurants and bars, shops and some lovely old buildings. Good public transport links - train, bus and boat - to nearby towns, villages and beaches. It can be busy, but it has a nice relaxed atmosphere.
Gazk
United Kingdom
6.0
Scored 6.0
Tavira is nice, but the stones polished by decades of cars...
Tavira is nice, but the stones polished by decades of cars and foot traffic made the sloping sidewalks/roads feel almost treacherous. This is not the location to get away from freezing rain. Some of the old area in the east side is undergoing upgrades to the water system, which means it may be dusty.
John
Canada
4.0
Scored 4.0
Cute little city full of 70 year old tourists.
Cute little city full of 70 year old tourists. Few restaurants other than Indian food. Little shopping. Beaches nice but very difficult to access. Pararia do barrill involves street parking then walking a half mile to a train which will take you 1 mile to the beach for 2eu each way. Or you can walk on a slanted broken walkway all the way. At the beach there is one overpriced restaurant.
Overall Tavira is Not family friendly at all.
Vandevenne Foster
10
Scored 10
We are scoping out retirement options so were looking for...
We are scoping out retirement options so were looking for walkability and reliable public transportation. Tavira offers both! Local market is full of fresh meat, fish, fruits and vegetables along with wares such as baskets and cut flowers. Lots of restaurants and shops. Walking distance to train which we took to the eastern border then hopped a ferry to Spain for lunch. We opted out of the hotel breakfast and found a cafe across the river for coffee and avocado toast one day, another day we went to the Pingo Doce grocery store for coffee and a breakfast sandwich. We tried a different restaurant for dinner every night and every meal was fantastic. If we had to do it over again, we would not have rented a car. The metro, train and bus system is reliable and comfortable as well as much cheaper and less stressful.
Kellogg
6.0
Scored 6.0
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
Quinta Almargem Lusitano was very beautiful place to rest. The host and her husband made us feel like part of the family. Impeccably clean and the food was better then we received in many restaurants! Fresh juices each morning from their own grown fruit trees. Fresh egg from the chicken on their farm. A relaxing environment to rest, pool to swim and 5 minute drive to the center of Tavira! The beaches on the strand are very comfortable and renting chase lounges w/ sun shields out of Barrell wee great!
Far and away my best accommodation over the last 2.5 weeks in Portugal
(and I was staying in 4 and 5 star hotels). Picture an old, historical mansion left vacant for decades. The new owners spent 3 years carefully keeping the old "bones" but modernizing it for savvy, contemporary guests and adding a design aesthetic which is bold yet pleasing and comfortable. Add a beautiful pool and deck area, excellent meals, kind and service-oriented owners and staff, and you have an experience to remember.
Before arriving I got a big Emil about their rules. Little posters everywhere about rules. It felt like I was in Germany and not Portugal. Bathroom a bit tight but was fine for a few days. Bonus huge rooftop patio and kitchen. You have to pay for coffee but kitchen stocked with beer and such to pay for. Good convenience. Room could be a bit noisy when other guests open the doors or talk when entering. Location is in the middle of the action!
beautiful little hotel with a great swimming pool, many chill out areas and an overall relaxed atmosphere. every room is perfectly clean. amazing breakfast with plenty of fruits, egg variations and sweets. Geraldine is a wonderful and very humorous host! her tips on restaurants, beaches and activities were on point. quiet surroundings while very close to Tavira. we liked it so much that we stayed longer than planned.
The staff were polite, friendly and very helpful. The hotel was very tranquil and peaceful which was great at the end of a month touring and walking Portugal and Spain. The room was very clean and the bed was comfortable. We loved the view from our room, with the garden and the ocean in the background.
The rooftop area was a lovely place to sit with a book, have a drink, and enjoy the room (and the sun!)
We have been travelling around Portugal staying in lots of different places and I can say this was the best by far.
Centrally located, quiet enough though, all the facilities etc etc.
The main thing is the effort put in made it a perfect stay.
There is just enough character to the property that its charming and still functional, a difficult balance usually.
Fabulous boutique hotel in central Tavira with restaurants, bars, ferry to beach etc all a few minutes away. Lovely traditional breakfast and staff extremely kind and helpful. Nothing was too much to ask - restaurant bookings, airport shuttle, timetables, etc. Would highly recommend as a very traditional, unique and endearing hotel.
Friendly staff and efficient check-in. Lovely room, good size. Quiet with blackout curtains. Balcony and fridge. Beds clean and comfy. Kettle and tea bags in room (unusual for Portugal), but no milk supplied. Large bathroom with walk in shower.
Breakfast 7.30-10.30 - good selection of hot and cold food.
Beautiful boutique hotel and staff was very warm and professional. The advise on local restaurants provide by Mario was perfect! Monica and dining staff were efficient and helpful. This is an exceptional place to stay and enjoy the beauty of Tavira. The bar/restaurant downstairs was wonderful.
Jose was truly the best host. He has such pride in his transformed family property. His love for his role and attention to detail is unmatched. The property is beautiful, centrally located and has everything you need. Super easy to park your car. It is a must book if you stay in Tavira.
The front desk girl is amazing (didn’t get her name). She is very focused on the customers and works constantly! Room was so charming in this historic hotel in downtown Tavira super close to everything! Breakfast was amazing too!
Lovely apartment, kitchen had everything you needed to cook a few meals and in a good location for a stroll to the town (15 min walk ) and train station just down the road, would certainly go there again if visiting Portugal.
Love the location, authenticity (you feel like you are in Portugal) and ambience. All staff are very helpful & friendly. Good that you can hire beach towels. Breakfast is excellent with a good variety.
Loved Tavira! The hotel was comfortable, clean and had a lot of charm. Our room was large enough and the bed was great. The staff were exceptionally warm and helpful.
- Extraordinary Breakfast included
- Excellent location and facility
- Very attentive and helpful staff
- Must be the best shower in Portugal in the room
- very safe
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