Santa Maria e Santiago

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Where to stay in Santa Maria e Santiago

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Picota

When in Picota, you can plan a visit to Roman Bridge and Old Town, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Picota
Hotel Don Rodrigues

Hotel Don Rodrigues

1 out of 5
Estrada Nacional 125 Km 134, Sitio da Pegada, Santa Margarida, Tavira, Faro
The price is ₩107,392 per night from Oct 22 to Oct 23
₩107,392
₩113,836 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Tavira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (365 reviews)
Great for a stop over !
"Nice stop over from faro and then onward travel . Friendly and very clean with a nice breakfast thank you ."

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2025

Hotel Don Rodrigues
Hotel Vila Gale Tavira

Hotel Vila Gale Tavira

4 out of 5
Rua 4 de Octubro s/n, Tavira
The price is ₩160,660 per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
₩160,660
₩170,299 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Tavira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (765 reviews)
"Extensive breakfast buffet, hardworking, helpful staff, comfortable rooms and great outside areas. Some parts of the hotel, notably the dining room, could use an update but this did not detract from our stay."

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025

Hotel Vila Gale Tavira
Palacio de Tavira

Palacio de Tavira

4 out of 5
35 37 Praça Doutor António Padinha, Tavira
The price is ₩236,903 per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
₩236,903
₩251,118 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tavira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Cabanas Beach and Casa das Portas are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
"We loved the restoration of the old existing structure alongside the stunning extension to the rear. From entering the hotel there is a true welcoming check in. The decor is exquisite and provides a serene ambience. Staff are very helpful and respectful to all our requests. The gardens and the pot ..."

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2025

Palacio de Tavira
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Quinta da Baleeira

Quinta da Baleeira

3 out of 5
EM1348, Tavira
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Tavira. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Cabanas Beach and Tavira Tower are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"We loved every minute of our stay at Quinta da Baleeira. Communication with staff prior to our arrival was very good and we received a very warm welcome from the on-site host, Carolina, the moment we entered through the gates. Throughout our stay, Carolina helped us out with everything we needed. ..."

Reviewed on May 16, 2025

Quinta da Baleeira
Cardeal Suites & Apartments

Cardeal Suites & Apartments

4 out of 5
Rua Dr. Coelho de Melo 1, Faro, Faro
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Faro. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
10/10 Exceptional! (197 reviews)
"The staff were very accommodating and they were very welcoming. The property was very clean. The rooms were also very clean. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped. The air conditioner worked very well. Etc......................"

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025

Cardeal Suites & Apartments
Real Marina Residence

Real Marina Residence

4 out of 5
Avenida 5 de Outubro 2, Olhao
Stay at this 4-star residence in Olhao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Olhao Harbour and Faro Marina are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (579 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on May 7, 2025

Real Marina Residence
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Popular places to visit

Tavira Castle showing a city

Tavira Castle

4/5(19 reviews)

Look out across the rooftops of historic Tavira from a tower in this ruined fortress, which has withstood royal sieges, pirate attacks and natural disasters.

Tavira Castle
Roman Bridge showing a bridge and a river or creek

Roman Bridge

4.5/5(20 reviews)

Despite its name, Tavira’s central footbridge wasn’t constructed during the Roman Empire, but it does sit where an ancient bridge once was.

Roman Bridge
Praca da Republica featuring a square or plaza and a fountain

Praca da Republica

Check out Tavira’s main square, which served as the town’s marketplace for centuries and is now surrounded by restaurants and elegant heritage buildings with preserved façades.

Praca da Republica
Tavira Castle

Mother Church of Santa Maria do Castelo

Though Mother Church of Santa Maria do Castelo might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Santa Maria e Santiago while you are here.

Mother Church of Santa Maria do Castelo
Misericordia Church which includes a city

Misericordia Church

Dating back to the 16th century, this church is one of the Algarve’s most exquisite pieces of Renaissance architecture that includes remarkable stonemasonry.

Misericordia Church

Old Town

Learn about the local history of Santa Maria e Santiago when you spend time at Old Town. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

Old Town