Vila Real Santo Antonio

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No effort was spared to make clear that this is the central square of this well designed town. Founded by King Joseph I (aka "The Reformer")' proclamation in 1773, after a tsunami and earthquake had destroyed a nearby village. 

Nice square, lots of opportunities for a royal dinner. 

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Um sítio em que vale a pena esperar que o sol se ponha.
Forte de Cacela Velha, Algarve - Portugal

Cacela Velha Fortress.

Cacela Velha and the surrounding towns were a stopover for Greek and Phoenician navigators, and according to some authors it may have once been near the location of Conistorgis, the still-unrecovered capital of the Conii. Roman and Arab occupiers also played a significant role in the expansion of the region.[1]

Archeological excavations conducted from May 7 to July 4, 2007, determined the village was the Medina of Qast’alla Daraj (Ibn Darradj al-Qastalli), an Islamic town dating back to the 10th century, when much of the Iberian peninsula was controlled by the Moors and Berbers who arrived from North Africa. Archeologists determined the area was an agricultural center, and part of the excavation recovered seven corn pits that were used for storing cereals and grain. 

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Where to stay in Vila Real Santo Antonio

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If you're spending some time in Retur, Verde Beach and Cabeco Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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ROBINSON QUINTA DA RIA - All Inclusive

ROBINSON QUINTA DA RIA - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Vila Nova De Cacela Vila Real Santo Antonio
Book a stay at this beach property in Vila Real Santo Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Quinta de Cima ...
9/10 Wonderful! (65 reviews)
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This was a place of calm and tranquility a setting for pure relaxation and happiness

Reviewed on May 11, 2025

ROBINSON QUINTA DA RIA - All Inclusive
The Prime Energize Hotel & Spa

The Prime Energize Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Rua de Ceuta, 4 Vila Real Santo Antonio Vila Real Santo Antonio
The price is ₩161,400 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
₩161,400
₩174,506 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Vila Real Santo Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Monte Gordo Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (187 reviews)
The room was very clean. The lighting was a bit dim in the room. The staff were all friendly and helpful, (apart from those in the spa.) The housekeeping staff in particular were great, very efficient and obliging. The bar was nice and I enjoyed the special cocktail of the month. The rooftop pool ...

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025

The Prime Energize Hotel & Spa
Hotel Navegadores

Hotel Navegadores

4 out of 5
Av. da Catalunha, s/n Vila Real Santo Antonio
The price is ₩93,612 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
₩93,612
₩102,651 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Vila Real Santo Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (451 reviews)
Room great,Staff lovely

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

Hotel Navegadores
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Praia da Lota Resort – Hotel & Apartments

Praia da Lota Resort – Hotel & Apartments

3 out of 5
Praia da Lota - Manta Rota Vila Real Santo Antonio
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Vila Real Santo Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Praia da Lota and Manta ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (70 reviews)
The resort is in a very quiet area. They could have a small shop for essentials. There was a pool bar but unfortunately it was closed. The cleaners were hit and miss not their fault, but meant we had no cleaning and the bin not emptied. There was no facility to empty the bin ourselves. The rooms ...

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2025

Praia da Lota Resort – Hotel & Apartments
Monte Gordo Hotel Apartamentos & Spa

Monte Gordo Hotel Apartamentos & Spa

4 out of 5
Rua de Mayorca Vila Real Santo Antonio
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Vila Real Santo Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Monte Gordo Beach and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (190 reviews)
Nice and clean, not damp and as advertised

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

Monte Gordo Hotel Apartamentos & Spa
Hotel Apartamentos Foz Atlântida

Hotel Apartamentos Foz Atlântida

4 out of 5
Rua Diogo Cao 1 Vila Real Santo Antonio
Stay at this aparthotel in Vila Real Santo Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and room service. Popular attractions Casino Monte Gordo and Monte Gordo ...
8/10 Very Good! (98 reviews)
Super studio apartment
The apartment was large enough for two and very comfortable.

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025

Hotel Apartamentos Foz Atlântida
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Nice big beach but village with no character