Mirachoro Praia da Rocha
7.9 out of 10 from 1867 reviewsPortimão
Kitchenette · 49–60 m² · Sleeps 4
from €68 night
Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Portimão
24 stays · 17 aparthotels and 7 serviced apartments · from €57/night
Aparthotels and serviced apartments in Portimão are popular with families and groups on the western Algarve, where a kitchen, a balcony and separate sleeping areas are worth having on a week-long beach stay. Wikipedia describes a hot-summer Mediterranean climate with hot dry summers, mild wet winters and more than 3,000 hours of sunshine a year.
24 stays
Where to stay in Portimão
Praia da Rocha
- beach
- families
- first-time visitors
Praia da Rocha is the main beach area. Wikivoyage places it 3.5 km from the city centre, reached by a 30-minute walk or a local bus, and also calls it a beautiful beach. The Marina de Portimão is here, which Wikivoyage names as the departure point for dolphin-watching trips.
Stays in or near Praia da Rocha
- RR Club Amarilis · about 1.2 km away
- TURIM Algarve Mor Hotel · about 300 m away
- Columbia Apartamentos Turisticos · about 800 m away
- Apartamentos Jardins da Rocha · about 1.1 km away
Praia do Vau
- beach
- families
Praia do Vau is described by Wikivoyage as a less well-known beach, reached by walking west along the scenic cliffs from the Praia da Rocha direction. It suits visitors who want a beach base slightly away from the marina.
Stays in or near Praia do Vau
- Jardim do Vau · about 200 m away
- TURIM Estrela do Vau Hotel · about 800 m away
- Apartamentos Coral do Vau · about 200 m away
Riverfront and city centre
- local feel
- long stays
- rail and bus access
The riverfront and city centre are the historic core, and Wikivoyage lists a river-front address on Praça Manuel Teixeira Gomes. Wikipedia describes the Portimão Museum, housed in a former sardine canning factory, and the Fort of Santa Catarina overlooking Praia da Rocha among the attractions. Wikivoyage lists the railway station and the EVA bus stop for connections to the rest of the Algarve.
Stays in or near Riverfront and city centre
- Flamingo Apartments · about 1.1 km away
Alvor
- beach
- families
Alvor is one of the parishes of the municipality of Portimão, according to Wikipedia, and Wikivoyage describes Praia de Alvor as a long beach with a nice walk along the river. It suits visitors who want a different pace from the centre.
Stays in or near Alvor
- Pestana Alvor Atlântico Residences · about 1.1 km away
Getting around Portimão
Wikivoyage gives the distance from Faro Airport as 70 km. Portimão's own airport has limited service via Sevenair to other Portuguese towns, according to the same guide. Wikivoyage lists trains from Faro taking about 90 minutes, with four daily trains connecting at Tunes with services from Lisbon (about 3.5 hours), and buses run from Lisbon (about 3 hours), Faro and Seville (about 6 hours) with operators including FlixBus and EVA.
In town, Wikivoyage describes local buses to Praia da Rocha as an alternative to the 30-minute walk from the centre. Check current timetables with the operators, as services change from year to year.
Living in Portimão for longer
Wikivoyage notes that Portimão and its approach roads have 5G from all Portuguese carriers as of January 2025, which helps if you need to work remotely, and lists minimarkets, a Spar and two Pingo Doce supermarkets in the city centre for groceries. Wikipedia notes the Portimão Museum and Fort of Santa Catarina for days away from the beach.
Wikivoyage mentions the Benagil caves nearby and the Algarve International Circuit, about 20 km north-west, as trips out of town. For other Algarve bases, see Albufeira and Lagos, or the Portugal page.
When to visit Portimão
Wikipedia says the area has a hot-summer Mediterranean climate with hot dry summers and mild wet winters, with over 3,000 sunshine hours per year. It gives winter sea temperatures around 16 degrees Celsius and summer sea temperatures between 20 and 21 degrees, and says the wettest months are November to January and the driest June to August.
The Algarve International Circuit, in the hills near Portimão, has hosted Formula One and MotoGP races, according to Wikipedia, so check the race calendar before you book if you want to avoid busy weekends.
Portimão's tourism centres on beaches such as Praia da Rocha, but the town also has a working river, the Arade, and a centre with shops and restaurants. The areas below cover the beach strip, the riverfront and the nearby village of Alvor. If you are weighing apartment stays against hotels, see our guide to aparthotels versus hotels.
Long-stay tips for Portimão
Of the 24 properties here, 8 offer an in-apartment washing machine, 4 list a laptop-friendly workspace, 12 include some form of housekeeping and 16 have a 24-hour front desk. For longer stays, the facts box on each property page shows exactly what the apartments include.
14 properties list a full kitchen and 10 only a kitchenette, so check the room type if you plan to cook more than simple meals.
Where room sizes are published, the median apartment here is 60 m².
Moving for work? Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.
Aparthotel prices in Portimão
We checked prices for 10 properties on 7 October 2026 (2 adults, 2 nights, about two weeks ahead). The lowest "from" price was €57 per night, the median €79 and the highest €139. The cheapest at that time was Pestana Alvor Atlântico Residences. Prices change daily, so use the search box for your own dates.
Other cities in Portugal
Travelling further? See aparthotels in Albufeira, Lisbon, Porto, Funchal, Lagos, Horta, Ponta Delgada and Lagoa.
| Price per night (from) | Properties |
|---|---|
| €40–€59 | 1 |
| €60–€79 | 4 |
| €80–€99 | 2 |
| €100–€119 | 2 |
| €120–€139 | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
Which area is best for beach holidays in Portimão?
Praia da Rocha is the main beach area, with the marina nearby. Wikivoyage describes Praia do Vau as a less well-known beach and Praia de Alvor as a long beach near Alvor.
How far is Faro Airport from Portimão?
Wikivoyage puts it at 70 km. Trains and buses link Faro with Portimão, with trains taking about 90 minutes.
Can I walk from Portimão centre to Praia da Rocha?
Wikivoyage describes Praia da Rocha as 3.5 km from the centre, a 30-minute walk, or a short local bus ride.
What is the climate like in Portimão?
A hot-summer Mediterranean climate, with hot dry summers, mild wet winters and more than 3,000 hours of sunshine a year according to Wikipedia.
How many aparthotels are there in Portimão?
We currently list 24 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Portimão.
How much does an aparthotel in Portimão cost?
On 7 October 2026, "from" prices ranged from €57 to €139 per night, with a median of €79.
Do aparthotels in Portimão have kitchens?
24 of the 24 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.
Which aparthotels in Portimão have a washing machine?
8 properties list an in-apartment washing machine. Use the facts box on each property page to check.
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