Velamar Boutique Hotel

The Algarve is famed worldwide for its beautiful scenery and stunning beaches. Jump in the car and head down to Lagos and Ponta de Piedade to see the limestone stacks that emerge from the ocean, reddish brown against the emerald backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean. Great beaches are in no short supply here, and there are many to choose from only a short journey from the hotel. The beaches of Santa Eulalia, Pescadores and Falesia are all close by and boast an abundance of white sand and watersports. Just 30 minutes away in the quaint town of Loule is the 18th-century Baroque Church of Sao Lourenco, whose inside is completely clad with traditional blue azulejos tiles and really is a sight to behold. You’ll also find a wealth of golf courses, waterparks and other activities in the area, like bird-watching and dolphin-spotting boat trips.