Lagoa Hotel  

On Portugal’s Algarve coast in Lagoa, a short drive from Carvoeiro and Benagil beaches. Minutes from Portimão Town Market and Sao Jose Convent, and close to Slide and Splash and several top golf courses, this is a family-friendly base for exploring the coast.

A modern 2015 build with 44 air-conditioned units (40 studios and 4 suites). Rooms feature kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves, private balconies or patios and some overlook the garden. Thick walls and acoustic lining promise a peaceful night’s sleep; the property is wheelchair accessible with daily housekeeping.

Outdoor pool and health club, bicycles to rent, massage room, poolside bar and snack deli. Babysitting/childcare is available (surcharge), plus tour/ticket assistance, secure on-site parking and a communal living room. Wake up to sea-breeze mornings and cool off in the pool.

24-hour front desk with multilingual staff, luggage storage and a conference hall for meetings. Complimentary wireless internet access across the property, airport shuttle (surcharge), car rental and laundry/dry-cleaning services are available.

Bistro Discovery serves Portuguese cuisine from its poolside bar/lounge with pool views. Buffet breakfast is offered daily (for a fee, 7:30–10:30), plus a snack bar/deli and limited room service for casual bites and drinks.