Faro hotels
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Low season | January | Cheapest month to stay with an average 47% drop in price. |
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High season | August | Most expensive month to stay with an average 27% rise in price. |
Average price (weeknight) | €89 | Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks. |
Average price (weekend night) | €122 | Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks. |
When to book a hotel in Faro
Top tips for finding perfect Faro hotel deals
- If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in Faro, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper accommodations in Faro in January and November.
- Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in Faro if you stay on a Sunday. The opposite is true for, Thursday, which is usually the most expensive day.
- Book at least 90 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Faro accommodation.
- The cheapest 3-star hotel room in Faro found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was €40, while the most expensive was €442.
- How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in Faro for 6 days.
- For those that would like to see some of the area’s local architecture and learn about the city’s history, select a hotel next to the Cathedral of Faro, such as the affordable Sunlight House bed and breakfast. Dating back to the 13th century, the Cathedral of Faro contains a variety of artefacts and relics that are related to the history of the church, as well as information about the local culture.
- If you plan on spending your trip by the oceanfront, consider picking a hotel near Praia de Faro, one of the most popular public beaches in the city. The Hotel Aeromar is directly across the street from the shores of Praia de Faro and offers beach towel and umbrella rentals for guests.
- If you wish to stay in an area that has a high concentration of restaurants, bars and shops, look for hotels located in the city’s Old Town, such as the Residencial Dandy. This hotel will place you within easy walking distance of many popular establishments like the Taco y Tequilla restaurant or O Seu Café.
- To learn more about the city’s archaeological history, book a hotel next to the Museu Arqueologico, for example the sophisticated Faro Boutique Hotel. The museum is set in a renovated convent and features a variety of exhibits highlighting archaeological finds that have been made in the region.
- For visitors who are science enthusiasts, look at hotels located near the Algarve Live Science Centre, an interactive museum that offers guided tours and often has hands-on exhibits. The Hotel Faro & Beach Club is an 8-minute walk from the centre and less than a 10-minute walk from the city’s local train station.
FAQs when booking a hotel in Faro
Hotels are safe environments for travellers as long as they properly implement sanitary measures in response to coronavirus (COVID-19). However, we recommend getting in touch with the local authorities regarding safety procedures for hotels in Faro. For more advice, please view our information page on what to know about coronavirus (COVID-19) and travel.
Travellers who like staying near Forum Algarve recommend Vilar do Golf by Diamond Resorts and Dona Filipa Hotel.
The Aqua Ria Boutique Hotel is a 4-star hotel that directly overlooks the city’s marina and has rooms which provide views of the water. The Wax Hostel is a budget-friendly option that is located on the shores of Faro Beach and has rooms with bunk beds that look out onto the Atlantic Ocean.
The Hotel ibis Faro Algarve is a modest choice that is a 6-minute drive from the Faro Airport and offers free parking for guests. The Best Western Hotel Dom Bernardo is a 12-minute walk from the local train station and offers both complimentary parking and breakfast.
The Stay Hotel in downtown Faro is only a 2-minute walk from the Museu Regional Do Algarve and a 10-minute walk from the oceanfront. The Casa d'Alagoa is an elegant hotel that is a 3-minute walk from the museum and a 10-minute walk from the Cathedral of Faro.
If you would like to explore some of Faro’s green spaces, pick a hotel next to Jardim Manuel Bivar, a public park that features a variety of plants and sitting areas. The Faroway Hostel is an affordable choice that is adjacent to the park and a 7-minute walk from the Cathedral of Faro, while the Residencial A Doca is a 5-minute walk from the park and located in the heart of the Old Town.
After you launch a hotel search on KAYAK, you can refine your research by neighbourhood, which allows you to pick the central Faro districts. You can also do a search using the city map to choose a specific location, like Faro city centre
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