Algarve is a region located in the southernmost parts of Portugal. The name ‘Algarve’ came from the Arab word 'Al-Gharb’ which means 'The West’ because it was the westernmost part of the Moorish Empire. Its main products are mainly seafood, fruits such as figs, oranges and plums. It is also famous for pottery and a certain type of hand-painted ceramic called azulejos. Algarve is considered one of the most developed region of Portugal, and one of the main sources of its economic growth is tourism. If you are looking to go on a lengthy vacation and are in search of a HomeAway rental in Portugal, specifically in Algarve, we’re here to help you. Below is a list of the 10 best HomeAway vacation rentals in Algarve, Portugal. Let’s have a look!
1. Centrally located apartment with minimalistic style (from USD 84)
This apartment is situated in Lagos, one of the most well-known towns in Algarve, where many tourists can enjoy several establishments and tourist spots. The apartment itself is located on the second floor of a building, where guests can view the picturesque surroundings from the window and the terrace. The interior of the apartment does not have much decor, which gives it a unique charm. It has two bedrooms and two bathrooms, and the rental fits up to six people. Other features include internet, a TV, a washer & dryer and a parking space.
Spacious Apartment With Shared Pool And Sea ViewsAccommodates: 6
Minimum Nights: 5
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The appt has a small balcony off the kitchen and a larger balcony off the lounge (with a table and chairs suitable for 6)We stayed as a group of 6 utilising the very comfortable sofa bed in the lounge as well as the 2 bedroomsBeautiful apartment Very well equippedI guess we could have taken a cab but - good thing is it keep the pounds off with frequenting all the great restaurants in-townIt does feel like a second homeCleanliness:
The bathrooms are spacious and cleanthe apartment is spacious clean and well equippedThe stunning Meia Praia beach can be walked to The owner is very pleasant to liaise with and the apartment's manager in Lagos is helpful and easily contactableHost:
The owner Paula is a delight answering all our questions with very prompt efficiency providing helpful informationThough unlikely any problems arising would be dealt with by Carlos who you will meet on arrival who is exceptionally obliging The ownerwell serviced and has great viewsI love Portugal and particularly Lagosthe manager is friendly and helpful as is the owner of the apartment who replies quickly to any questions you may haveRead more reviewsLocation:
There is also a little shop for basic supplies a 2 minute walk awayThere's also a supermarket nearbyThe apartment is in a great position about 10 mins from LagosBeach also approx 15 mins walk away (turning left out of the gates)there are numerous restaurants bars and shops where you are spoilt for choice at reasonable prices
2. A luxury villa near a golf course (from USD 594)
If you love playing golf, this accommodation is for you. It is just a five-minute walk to a golf clubhouse where you can express your love for golf. In addition, the house is spacious and its designs are simple but elegant. You’ll have access to most of the things a tourist needs in a house for rent, such as Wi-Fi, a TV with Sky Sports, a full kitchen, and the villa is just about 10 minutes to the nearby restaurants and Praca. Up to eight people can stay here. Other features include air conditioning, a heater, a fireplace and a parking area.
Luxury Detached Villa with Sea, Golf & Mountain Views. Private Pool & GardenAccommodates: 8
Minimum Nights: 1
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The views from the terrace (upstairs and downstairs) and wonderfulThe rooms are all double with enssuitesVery spacious inside and out - would easily accommodate 8It's very relaxing to sit outside and comfortable and spacious inside KerenThere is ample space for family and friends to gather and four bedrooms to allow visitors a retreat and some private timeCleanliness:
you look over the golf in frontHost:
Extremely welL furnished and well appointedOwner could not be more helpfulthe owner was extremely helpful(pool toys towelsSo good we rebooked for next yearRead more reviewsLocation:
It's in a great location easy walking distance from the Praca supermarket and golf clubhouseThe villa is in a great location to access all of the facilities (15 minute walk to Praca to the restaurants)Vila Pimenta is an amazing house located in front of the valethe other Easy walk to golfCasa Pimenta is the best villa we have stayed in at Vale
3. Centrally located villa with magnificent views (from USD 302)
This villa offers convenience as it is close to several establishments such as the airport, beach resorts, golf courses and restaurants. In addition, it also offers a breathtaking view of its surroundings, so if you love taking pictures for Instagram, this is the perfect accommodation for you. It also has a swimming pool with a great view. The interior of the house is classy and cozy, with tasteful decor and furnishings. Its five bedrooms and five bathrooms can accommodate up to five people. Other features include internet, a TV, heater, washer-dryer, and a fireplace. Children and pets are most welcome.
Individual villa with spectacular views of the ocean and the AlgarveAccommodates: 10
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
; the pictures dont do it justiceThe property itself is spacious with all the bedrooms a decent sizeThe place is well kept the kitchenHet ontbrak ons aan nietsdishwasher washing machine all worked The pool area and pool itself was great - clean and safe for the kidsHost:
aanwezig Goed uitgeruste keuken mooie leefruimte goede beddenanyway she dealt with the bins and recycling for us which was greatvery well-equipped Wonderful communication with the owner and the manager and the housekeeperviews lovely and luxurious spotless home and pool with glass doors all over that opened to terraces and gave you an outdoor feeling indoorsone of the owners was instrumental in welcoming us before the visit with car rental boat rental and perfect directions along with any other information requested TimRead more reviewsLocation:
Well located near airport beaches restaurants and stores andbut theres lots of restaurants within a 10min drive (beware not all open on a Sunday)The cleaner came every other day ?Casa Semaphore is in a good quiet location For those with families its roughly 30-40mins away from the waterparks Zoomarine and Albuferia if your want to go on a boat tripNiet ver van de supermarkt
4. Mediterranean-style luxury villa (from USD 319)
Bask in the experience of luxury in this Mediterranean style villa. It has a large terrace where you can enjoy a heated swimming pool. The interior of the house is minimalistic yet tasteful in design. The bathrooms are neat and made of cotton and black granite. The kitchen has all the equipment you’ll need to prepare a meal for the whole family. In addition, the villa has a roof deck with a 180-degree view of the beach. It can sleep up to six people, as it has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Other amenities include access to the Internet, a TV, heater and a washer & dryer.
Top luxury villa on a very large, park similarly ground with sea viewALGARVE, ALGARVE, PT
5. A spacious accommodation overlooking the coastline (from USD 119)
If you want to rent an apartment that has a panoramic view of the oceanfront, then this accommodation is for you. It is just 12 kilometers (about 7 miles) to the coastline, and it is near a supermarket and restaurants making it a convenient place to stay. It can house up to six people, as it has two bedrooms and one bathroom plus an open-plan kitchen. Other features include a TV, Internet, air conditioning, a heater and a washer-dryer.
Spacious and comfortable accommodation with breathtaking sea view.Carvoeiro,, Lagoa, Algarve, PTTop guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
wonderful apartment with a beautiful viewthe place was immaculateminutes to town and main beach (up and down a large hill, for reference)it is immaculately presented and has everything you needthe beds were comfy and it had plenty of space for all of us and a beautiful ocean viewCleanliness:
the apartment is really lovely and spaciousproperty has wonderful sea views and is well furnished and kitted-outHost:
masako the owner is a lovely lady and is very helpful, nothing is too much trouble for hermasako was a great hostthe host masako as always, met us on arrival to ensure our stay would be carefree and had kindly agreed to get some shopping in for us, which we really appreciatedthe owner personally welcomed us and saw us off on the last daywere all brand new and of the highest quality seen in a rentalRead more reviewsLocation:
a well equipped convenience store is also just two minutes awaygood location short stroll to centrethere are two beaches within walking distanceits location is excellent: only two minutes walk to a spectacular beach below the cliffs, and less than 10 minutes walk to the central beach of carvoeirothe apartment is beautiful and in a great location
6. Villa with a homey vibe (from USD 158)
If you know how comfortable being at home is, this is the exact same feeling that you’ll get when you enter this villa. It has a simple interior, with simple furnishings, much like your very own home. Outside, there is a swimming pool where you and your gang can chill out. In addition, it is also close to the beach, so it is a convenient location to stay at. It has three bedrooms and up to seven people can fit in it comfortably. Other features include a TV, internet, a heater, air conditioning, and a fireplace. Pets are also most welcome here.
MANUFACTURE - Typical village house with salt treatment poolAccommodates: 7
Minimum Nights: 4
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
In the kitchen everything is there to cook your mealsAll the oranges and lemons we gotit's very cosy and comfortablethe kitchen was well equipped with crockery and utensilsThe beautiful house feels like home insideCleanliness:
ideale plek met veel speelruimte en veiligheidHost:
Een vriendelijke buurvrouw verwende ons met heerlijke kaki-vruchten Een aanrader met dat heerlijke zwembadAlleen al door haar vriendelijkheid was het verblijf superzwembad Host is een super lieve vrouw die ons heel gastvrij heeft ontvangenCidalia was a lovely kind host and even invited us to eat with her and her Mother on our last dayCan'tevery day from the owner gaves us great juicesRead more reviewsLocation:
We kwamen midden in de nacht aan
7. Stylish apartment near Vilamoura Marina (from USD 143)
For our seventh entry, this apartment is located 15 minutes to Vilamoura Marina, which makes it a pretty convenient crib to stay at. The interior of the house is minimally designed, but every furniture is arranged in a stylish manner. It also offers a luxurious experience, with its hot tub bath, king-size bed in the master’s bedroom, and a bathroom with a hydro massage and sauna column unit. It has a total of two bedrooms and two bathrooms and it can sleep up to five people. Other features include Wi-Fi, a TV, a heater, air conditioning, and a hot tub.
Vilamoura - Luxury Apt (Walk to Marina/ Beach) RECOMMENDED!Vilamoura, Loule, PTTop guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
we were impressed by the overall size and by the size of the individual roomstwo adults and two children aged 18 and 16the water park, aquashow was very good for all agesit was spotless on arrival; the air con is great and works instantlythe wifi worked very well and the full sky tv package was a bonusCleanliness:
it was very clean and full of modern appliances in bathrooms and kitchenthe apartment was very clean, spacious and tastefully decorated-granite worktops and luxurious furnishingsthe apartment is very spacious, clean and well presentedthe apartment was spotlessly clean and very well equippedthe beaches are golden and stretch for milesHost:
dejligt med en stor terrasse med direkte adgang til poolenlejligheden var godt udstyret med alt hvad der var brug forno difficulty finding the location5 star all the waygary (the owner) was very prompt and helpful with any query we hadRead more reviewsLocation:
easy check inthe area itself is very nicethe location is fantasticideal for families looking for a very relaxing holidaythe marina is pleasant 15 minute walk away and we enjoyed some lovely meals out every night
8. A luxurious villa with a large swimming pool
This villa offers one of the most luxurious rentals there is in Algarve. The architectural style is classy, and it is complemented by its white walls and stylish furniture. It has a large and beautiful swimming pool, and the interior is as exquisite as its exterior. The living area has a satellite TV, its kitchen is fully appointed. It has six bedrooms and four bathrooms, and it can sleep up to thirteen people. Other amenities include internet, a heater, a fireplace, air conditioning and a washer & dryer.
LAST MINUTE OFFERS LUXURY VILLA OS PINHEIROS IN GUIA HEATED POOL AND HOT TUBGuia, Albufeira, PT
9. A two-story villa with a private pool
Another great accommodation to stay at is this two-story villa with a private pool and a neat and spacious garden. Imagine drinking a cup of coffee surrounded by a beautifully maintained garden, or just soaking in a swimming pool all day long. Inside, the house is an elegant yet simple space. It has five bedrooms and four bathrooms, and up to 10 people can comfortably share this spacious rental. If you love fresh seafood, this house is just a 15-minute walk to the Apolonia Supermarket where they sell fresh fish and sea products. Other features include Wi-Fi, a TV, a heater, air conditioning, and a fireplace.
Villa with Private Pool and Large Gardensloule, PTTop guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the large pool and gardens were secluded and very well maintained; the perfect place to relaxthere are a good number of sunbeds and plenty of room to dine outside in the shadeHost:
john was a superbly helpful owner and has thought about everything a visitor might appreciate while stayingjohn was also contactable and very helpful leasy communication with the ownerRead more reviewsLocation:
also very close is the chicken shack that does delicious but cheap takeawaysthe location was excellent- very close to almancil for amenities nearby beaches and easy access to motorwayif you come with kids i'd recommend giving them the top left bedroom as you walk ina perfect place to relax in whilst within easy reach of restaurants and golf courses
10. Apartment in a beautifully landscaped setting
This apartment is located in Vila Sol Golf Course, hence the surrounding is landscaped with the highest quality. The interior of the house, on the other hand, is stylishly and lavishly decorated and it’s furnished with high-grade furniture. Every nook and cranny of the house is spotlessly clean! Talking about convenience, the place is near bars, restaurants and shopping centers, so you won’t have to go that far to enjoy what Algarve has to offer. Up to five people can stay comfortably in this five bedroom, four bathroom house. Other amenities include fiber internet, a TV, heater, air conditioning, and five swimming pools.
Superb 2 Bed Apartment on Vila SolAccommodates: 5
Minimum Nights: 4
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The apartment itself is spacious with two bedrooms with their own bathrooms a large living area and kitchen and fabulous terrace with sun loungersThe accommodation has everything one requiresThe air conditioning high speed broadband and flat screen TV's really do set this apart from other apartments we have stayed inA duplex apartment with en suite two bedrooms as you enter and kitchen and lounge down stairs with doors leading out to the complex poolsWe ate in lots and there was plenty of equipment to use in the kitchenCleanliness:
it was meticulously clean to bootThe apartment is very modern and is always clean & tidy and extremely well equippedThe rooms are large and the layout superbThe place is very comfortable and spotlessly cleanHost:
You can even buy a beerSimon and Caroline have a detailed welcome pack and information booklet to help you get the most out of your stay and ensure you have a great timeThe beach Vilamoura Vilamoura Marina LouleThe apartment is well presented with good quality furnishings and equipmentas I have already said we have stayed several times before however I have to say that this year has been memorable because we were so pleased with the quality of the accommodationRead more reviewsLocation:
The surrounding beaches are amazingThe swimming pools are easily accessible from this ground floor apartment but just far enough away to ensure this end location is a little more quiet and peacefulbut far enough away not to make noise and passers by an issueA good apartment for families or just a couple to chill outVila Sol is a lovely complex and
Experience Algarve
Algarve is one of the most famous tourist spots in Portugal. If you have the time and the opportunity to visit this lovely region, you’d best not to let it slip away. It offers pristine beaches, stunning views, great food, and interesting culture. So, you now have an idea of the best HomeAway rentals in Portugal, Algarve. Next is your decision to book that trip already and experience the luxury that is Algarve.
Get Trip101 in your inbox
Unsubscribe in one click. See our Privacy Policy for more information on how we use your data
Create an account to bookmark our articles, like local expert tips, receive great stories in your inbox, and follow writers and topics that you love.
Log in with Facebook Log in with Twitter Log in with Google ×