Alvor Hotels

The small fishing village of Alvor has some of the most beautiful sites, high quality cuisine and range of activities on offer in the region of the Algarve. This ancient site of a strong Moorish occupation has undergone many renovations and is now an idyllic seaside area, with waterfront restaurants and bars, paths leading straight down to the bay and the promise of a truly relaxing holiday. Portuguese food and wine is renowned for its quality; historically one of the primary spots for fine wine production, with bountiful local produce and a series of significant fishing ports, the quality produce has pulled in some of the world's finest chefs and Portugal's food has now been internationally recognized for its high standards. The restaurants in the Alvor hotels offer the chance to sample this range of local cuisine as well as spectacular coastal views and guests stay in luxurious, airy, spacious rooms.

Traditionally a stronghold of Moorish occupation, there are remnants of Manueline arches and pillars still standing in Alvor; the town has been steadily being improved since the 1960s at the start of the tourist influx to the area. However the old town still remains, with narrow cobbled streets that lead straight to the harbor and the lagoon. The beaches in this area are like no other; Portugal is world renowned for its spectacular coastline and the year long sunshine and tropical weather in this area make this the perfect place to experience these long stretches of white sanded coastal shores. The beaches are dotted with caves and grottoes and there are countless water sports on offer. Boating trips, kayaking, surfing and even kite surfing are readily available, this is a very enjoyable way to pass the time amidst the tropical weather. This beautiful rocky bay can also boast two outdoor seawater swimming pools as well as fantastic cliff top views of the lush blue sea.

The riverfront has been done up and is now paved and lined with palm trees and beach bars, many a tourist chooses to spend their days relaxing here, enjoying the sight of the boats that sail up the river. And if you want to eat you don't have to go far, just near by there is a collection of restaurants where you can sit and enjoy the view whilst partaking of the region's delectable seaside cuisine. The town itself is a wonderful place to just wander, not so big that you have to worry too much about getting lost; there are a collection of little shops as well as a range of bars, restaurants and cafes in which to stop for a refreshing bite. The Alvor hotels offer close access to this range of experiences, cuisine and sporting and to the town's restaurants and bars, or there is a choice of cuisine on offer in the hotels themselves.

The village is also not far from two of the Algarve's biggest cities: Lagos and Portimao and both are easily accessible by public transport even if you haven't hired a car. The cities both offer the chance to experience the advantages of the bigger scale culture, whilst staying in one of the Alvor hotels will allow you to retreat to the peace and tranquility of the coastal village. Portimao is a host city for many large sailing events which draws in the best sailing teams from all over the world. These events are spectacular to watch and the seas in the area test the sailors and skippers to the limits of their abilities. Match racing particularly, is a fantastic spectator sport as it takes place very close to the coastline. Portimao also has a large selection of shops and is particularly well regarded for its leather goods.

Lagos is a historic town with medieval walls and an ancient marina with a drawbridge that is still functioning. The town is an ancient one that speaks of a vast and lengthy history; this area is particularly rich in ancient architecture that dates back as far as Roman times and speaks of the vast and intricate history that Portugal boasts. Lagos also has various shops to wander around, quality restaurants and bars and is particularly famous for its nightlife. A stay in one of the Alvor hotels will leave you easily able to access both of these towns as well as spend long days resting on the waterfront whilst soaking up the welcoming and relaxing atmosphere of the town.

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