Where to stay in the Algarve?

On Beco do Paiol, in the lanes of the centre, 500 m from the town centre. You walk out to the old town, the Ponta da Bandeira fort and the boat departures for the caves.

On rua das Ilhas, towards Porto de Mós, 1.7 km from the centre of Lagos, facing the ocean. You move away from the town for the spa and the cliffs, with Ponta da Piedade within walking distance.

On estrada da Meia Praia, 2.6 km from the centre of Lagos, on the long beach of Meia Praia. For those who want sand at the foot of the hotel rather than coves, with the town by car or bike.

On rua das Violetas, on the Porto de Mós cliffs, 2 km from the centre of Lagos. You sleep above the ocean, away from the noise, with Ponta da Piedade and Dona Ana on foot along the path.

In the village of Sagres, 5 km from Cabo de São Vicente. A hostel near the beaches, for those who come to surf, walk to the fortress and watch the sun sink into the Atlantic.

In the municipality of Sagres, 6 km from Cabo de São Vicente, a resort designed for families with children. You stay put for the beach and the activities, with the cape and the fortress by car.

On rua das Flores, at Algar Seco, 3.2 km from Benagil. Apartments above the coast's rock formations, within walking distance of Carvoeiro village and the start of the clifftop trails.

On estrada das Sesmarias, in Sesmarias, 6.7 km from Benagil, in an olive grove. You sleep inland, in peace, and drive down to Carvoeiro, Algar Seco and the caves.

On rua Doutor José Pires Padinha, on the banks of the Gilão, 300 m from the centre of Tavira. A simple hotel on the quay: the Roman bridge, the Santa Maria do Castelo church and the harbour are all on foot.

On rua Patrão Joaquim Lopes, on Tavira Island, 2 km from the centre, in a former fishing village. You sleep on the Ria Formosa side, with the beach and the lagoon at the door and the town by boat.

A converted former tuna fishermen's arraial; a small museum on tuna fishing is on site.