Near the scenic Vau Beach, Hotel Alcaide invites you to unwind on its sun-kissed garden or take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool. Active guests can enjoy cycling, bike rentals and scooter rides while staying connected with free in-room WiFi.
Av Joao Paulo II, Praia do Vau, Portimão, 8500-820
What's nearby
Vau Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Algarve Casino - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Pestana Alto Golf Club - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Rocha Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Tres Irmaos Beach - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
Getting around
Portimao (PRM) - 7 min drive
Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 60 min drive
Portimao Station - 11 min drive
Lagoa Ferragudo Station - 14 min drive
Silves Station - 24 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
O Cantinho Alentejano - 19 min walk
All Beef - 13 min walk
La Gioconda - 18 min walk
Namaste India - 15 min walk
bar miradouro - 19 min walk
About this property
Hotel Alcaide
Hotel Alcaide is just 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other features include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden.
At a glance
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Hotel size
25 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum guest age is 12
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
Free offsite parking within 98 ft
Street parking available
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Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Caters to adults only
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free English breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Scooter/moped rentals
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Beach towels
Bike storage
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1987
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Television in common areas
An outdoor pool
Bicycle parking
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 1.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 80 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Alcaide Hotel
Alcaide Portimao
Hotel Alcaide
Hotel Alcaide Portimao
Hotel Alcaide Portimao, Algarve, Portugal
Hotel Alcaide Hotel
Hotel Alcaide Portimão
Hotel Alcaide Hotel Portimão
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Alcaide offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Alcaide does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Alcaide?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Alcaide?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Alcaide?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Alcaide?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 80 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Alcaide?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Alcaide?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Algarve Casino (13-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Alcaide and nearby?
Have fun with activities like hiking, scuba diving, and windsurfing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.
What's the area around Hotel Alcaide like?
Hotel Alcaide is a short 4-minute walk from Vau Beach and 13 minutes' walk from Algarve Casino.
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Reviews
Hotel Alcaide Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2
Cleanliness
8.0
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as good, fresh, and delicious with a wide variety of options. (6 reviews)
The pool was a good size with plenty of sun beds and was always available and meticulously clean. (4 reviews)
The property is conveniently located within walking distance to the beach. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Popular mentions
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Reviews
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 16, 2025
The only issue, the pool should have been warmer, excellent stay, good local and good breakfast..
Francisco
Francisco, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 17, 2025
Clean, spacious room. Choice of restaurants within walking distance.
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 14, 2025
Breakfast was outstanding, ample variety carefully prepared. Room was very appointed with balcony to rest. Staff went beyond expectation to make certain that we are in comfort. Although the ocean is a little walk away, the pool is always available, meticulously clean. Thank you for a great stay! Fully recommended,,,
Tibor
Tibor, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 23, 2025
Good value for money and good breakfast
Really comfortable and clean room with lots of options for breakfast and water fountain available all the time. The pool was nice and it was close to the beach. The parking outside the hotel was often full however there was free on street parking although this can get busy during the day with people going to the beach. There were lots of food options around and we enjoyed the breakfast there were lots of options!
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2024
Very nice and clean. The host/bartender is wonderful.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 27, 2023
Excellent and friendly staff that were very helpful. Beds are firm but all of Europe seems this way. Very convenient walk to the beach and access to a store for drinks and snacks and an ATM. Restaurants walkable as well. Best part was the staff!
Jennifer
Jennifer, 3-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jul 18, 2025
Cold water machine often didn’t work. Too many steps with luggage. AC in room was often switched off by staff. Even at lowest temperature, room was too hot. No AC in rest of hotel. Did not remove dirty dishes from room nor give shampoo , soap etc regularly. Just seemed to leave a number of random bottles sometimes. Staff not particularly friendly nor helpful . Breakfast was good and pool was nice
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 6-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 9, 2026
Breakfast was OK, room was clean. Staff was helpful
Dariusz
Dariusz, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2025
Just a great place to relax
peter
peter, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 21, 2026
Parking is awkward but did have wide disabled space
Philip
Philip, 6-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2023
Location and food satisfaction!
We had a wonderful time and definitely will come back
Rooms were as pictured and breakfast was better than expected, lots of fruits, bread, cheese and more all fresh and delicious!
Great location walking distance to the beach and other attractions
Geovanna
Geovanna, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 27, 2023
Great team, good value.
Les
Les, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 24, 2022
Room was very small and shower was tiny too. Buffet was delicious and location was good too
Jacqueline Rush
Jacqueline Rush, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jul 12, 2023
Seems recently refurbished and fresh. Pool is a good size with plenty of sun beds in shade or sun. Rooms are a good size with a small balcony. Breakfast was good
Verified traveler
6-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 28, 2023
Great Hotel !
With the exception of parking, everything was wonderful. Bruno, the front desk receptionist, was friendly and helpful. He put smiles on our faces!
Michael
Michael, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 27, 2026
Rent och fint hotell med allt vi önskade. Ljusa och trevliga rum med balkong. Gratis parkering och nära Praia do Vau. God och vällagad frukost.
Mikael
Mikael, 3-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Apr 13, 2026
Chambre petite...SDBpas de baignoire
Aucune prise accessible pour charger le phone
Sur le site publicité ....Petit déjeuner anglais?
Ils ont oublier les #beans# sinon le Pdj buffet est correct
serge
serge, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 31, 2025
Bastante bien, buen trato, limpieza, cortesia, buen servicio y rapidez en gestiones.
RAFAEL
RAFAEL, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 26, 2025
Härligt mindre hotell nära till stranden rent o snyggt bra frukost 👍
Jan
Jan, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 13, 2025
Personnel adorable, meilleur déjeuner du voyage, avec beaucoup de choix et un environnement de vacances ressenti. Possibilité de déjeuner intérieur ou extérieur avec vue sur la piscine qui était parfaite et très bien entretenue.
Plusieurs coins dans l’hôtel bien rénovés et trës jolis où s’attabler ou flâner. Décoration au goût du jour,
Jean-Guy
Jean-Guy, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2025
Venligt personale, fint værelse og god morgenmadsbuffet.
Tæt på hyggelig strand, fine spisemuligheder i nærområdet
Jacob
Jacob, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 26, 2025
Très bien
Sandra
Sandra, 7-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jul 13, 2024
Bra. Personalen lät mig äta frukost tidigare när jag skulle passa flyget. Men lite dålig städning i rummet. Toan läckte och det fanns bara 2 vägguttag och dom var vid dörren, inga bredvid sämgen . Annars fint hotell, helt ok frukost. Det var väldigt lyhört, behövde sova med öronproppar.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2024
O ralo do banheiro não escoava a água do banho, o quarto tinha que manter a janela fechada devido a falta de privacidade, por estar voltado no primeiro piso para o estacionamento. E a porta do apartamento apresentava dificuldade ao abrir
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 10, 2024
La plage au calme
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour à l'Hôtel Alcaide ! Notre chambre était spacieuse et propre, et nous avons été très bien accueillies. Bien que le stationnement sur place soit limité et quelque peu difficile en raison du manque d'espace, nous avons facilement trouvé des places à l'extérieur en avril. Le petit-déjeuner sucré-salé servi à côté de la piscine était superbe, tout comme les espaces communs tels que le bar et la terrasse à l'étage. L'hôtel est idéalement situé à quelques minutes à pied de la plage, et il y a plusieurs restaurants à proximité, ce qui est très pratique.