Top 10 Adults-Only Hotels In Portugal

Steven
Steven 
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As the oldest nation-state on the Iberian Peninsula, Portugal has left a lasting cultural imprint all over the world and is a top tourist destination today. Whether you’re visiting the beautiful coasts in Algarve for Albufeira’s beaches and nightlife or enjoying an ocean view while sipping wine in Funchal on Madeira Island, this country is a perfect destination for an adults-only getaway. It’s not all about sand and fun out here though - there’s a wealth of charming sites and attractions as well. From walking down alleys laid with Portuguese pavement to marveling at historic cathedrals, there are many picturesque places for you to go to. If you want to have a romantic getaway or enjoy some quality time with your partner, then check out our ultimate list of the top adults-only hotels in Portugal.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (whenever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The gallery is refreshed with the latest information on January 03, 2024 .

1. Hotel Maritur - Adults Only (from USD 78)

One of the highlights of this hotel is its two swimming pools, one indoor and one outdoor, although Praia de São Rafael Beach is only a 10-minute walk away. You’ll want to book one of Hotel Maritur’s sea view rooms that have air conditioning, satellite TV, and lavish marble bathrooms.

Since you’re on an adults-only vacation here, you can head down to the in-house restaurant for seafood and pizza paired with a glass of wine while lounging by the terrace or hot tub. Albufeira’s center is only 3 km (1.9 mi) away, and the marina is a 10-minute walk down.

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Hotel Maritur - Adults Only

Wifi Available

Address: São Rafael
24.27 km (15.1 mi) from Portimão market

Parking Restaurant Room service Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court Garden Terrace

2. AP Oriental Beach (from USD 105)

If you’re looking for a hotel with sweeping views of the sea, then Oriental Hotel is exactly what you want. Situated in Portimão, all the rooms in this hotel have balconies, where you can enjoy the picture-perfect scenery of Praia da Rocha and the Atlantic Ocean.

There’s no better way to spend quality time than some fun in the sun on the beach or the outdoor pool, but you can also go to the hotel’s restaurant and bar for plated lunches and a buffet dinner. Top it off with cocktails and live music right in the hotel, or you can head out to the marina, which is a few minutes’ walk away to enjoy restaurants and nightlife.

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AP Oriental Beach - Adults Friendly

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Av. Tomás Cabreira
2.61 km (1.7 mi) from Portimão market

Restaurant Room service Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km) Garden Terrace

3. Hotel California Urban Beach - Adults Only (from USD 109)

Hotel California Urban Beach is a newly renovated hotel that’s only a couple of minutes away from Praia dos Pescadores Beach and a 15-minute walk to Albufeira Marina. With an outdoor pool furnished with comfy lounge chairs, a poolside bar, and a rooftop veranda offering sweeping views of the city, you might just want to stay in.

Although it has an in-house restaurant serving Italian food, you can explore the neighboring area that’s brimming with nightlife to top off your adults-only vacation. Retire to your air-conditioned room to relax, or book a massage or holistic treatment.

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Hotel California Urban Beach - Adults Only

Wifi Available

Address: Rua Joaquim Pedro Samora, 02
26.45 km (16.5 mi) from Portimão market

Room service Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Terrace Non-smoking rooms Airport shuttle Laundry

4. Palmares Beach House Hotel - Adults Only (from USD 123)

The cool colors of the rooms in this hotel will make your stay lavish and classy. It also has luxurious amenities such as branded shower gels and bathrobes for a true adults-only stay. With balconies overlooking the sea, you can enjoy a romantic getaway here. It also has a swimming pool open year-round and a sun terrace with panoramic views of the seaside and its surrounding areas.

Situated in Lagos, this hotel is a 5-minute walk from Meia Praia Beach and 2 km (1.2 mi) away from Alvor Beach. During the day, you can go hiking or biking, and in the evening, indulge in the multiple dining options and bars.

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Palmares Beach House Hotel - Adults Only

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Campo de Golf de Palmares, Odiáxere
8.8 km (5.5 mi) from Portimão market

Parking Restaurant Room service Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Golf course (within 3 km) Garden Terrace

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Ana-Cristina Paiva

Ana Cristina Paiva

I am an australian-born Portuguese living in Lisbon since I was 8 years old. I studied Tourism and became a Licensed Guide and I absolutely love my job! The Portuguese landscape, history, food, traditions have won me over and I hope to share all this with you! I live in an historical neighborhood and believe that the best way to get to know a city is by walking. During the tours I hope to answer your questions and curiosities, proving a memorable and fun learing experience.

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5. Sentido Galomar - Adults Only (from USD 203)

Book yourself a room with an ocean view at Sentido Galomar, a hotel that is located high up on a cliff at Ponta D’Oliveira. From here, you can have uninhibited access to the water, or you can also take a dip in the hotel’s indoor or outdoor pools. Head over to Ashoka Spa where you can get Ayurveda therapy, or relax in the sauna or hot tub and spend some quality time as a couple.

It has an in-house restaurant that serves fresh Italian food and a poolside bar where you can lounge and have cocktails. Reis Magos Beach is less than 1 km (0.6 mi) away, or you can explore Funchal’s center, which is a 12-km (7.4-mi) drive.

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Sentido Galomar - Adults Only

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Apartado 12, Ponta D'Oliveira
906.01 km (563.0 mi) from Portimão market

Restaurant Room service Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court Sauna Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km)

6. Allegro Madeira - Adults Only (from USD 121)

Featuring multiple room sizes with sea views and balconies, Allegro Madeira is your best bet for an adults-only getaway. You’ll be vacationing in Lido, where a five-minute stroll will take you right to the oceanfront, an open park, promenade, and Funchal’s tourist district. The hotel has two restaurants serving some of the best local and international dishes.

After your meal, you can enjoy drinks at the 360-degree rooftop bar to cap off the night. If you have an extended stay, you can use the gym or indulge in holistic treatments at the spa.

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Allegro Madeira - Adults Only

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Rua Do Gorgulho 1 Estrada Monumental
913.69 km (567.8 mi) from Portimão market

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Garden

7. Boa Vista Hotel & Spa - Adults Only (from USD 73)

The rooms at Boa Vista Hotel & Spa are cozy, and you’ll want to try and book yourself a room with views of the ocean. However, you can also spend time with a loved one on the poolside sundeck, which also features panoramic views.

If you’re feeling famished, you can order and enjoy your meal up on the terrace, where you can sample the finest local cuisine. This adults-only hotel is also known for its Mar à Vista Bar, which serves signature cocktails. To top off your romantic getaway, you can go to the in-house spa and sauna for invigorating massages and holistic body wraps.

Located just half an hour’s drive away from the airport, you can ask the hotel for a shuttle ride to or from the airport. Its location on Cerro da Piedade Hill puts you right in Albufeira’s town center, with Peneco Beach and 4 other beaches less than 10 minutes away.

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Boa Vista Hotel & Spa - Adults Only

Wifi Available

Address: Rua Samora Barros, nº 20
25.94 km (16.2 mi) from Portimão market

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna Fitness centre

8. Aqua Pedra Dos Bicos Design Beach Hotel - Adults Only (from USD 98)

Aqua Pedra Dos Bicos Design Beach Hotel is known for the artful Algarve and Mediterranean cuisine it has to offer at Serenata, its in-house restaurant. The hotel features a path that leads straight to the beach, which is less than a 5-minute walk away. There are other beaches less than 2 km (1.2 mi) away too.

Facing the Atlantic Ocean, each room has a private balcony offering stunning views. With an outdoor pool surrounded by pine trees and a wellness facility for deep-tissue massages, you might not want to leave the property. However, there’s plenty to do around the area and the 24-hour reception staff can even assist you with tours or activities.

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Aqua Pedra Dos Bicos Design Beach Hotel - Adults Only

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Urbanização Quinta Pedra Dos Bicos, Lote 24
29.03 km (18.1 mi) from Portimão market

Parking Restaurant Room service Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Golf course (within 3 km) Garden Terrace

9. TUI Blue Gardens - Adults-only - Savoy Signature

Located in Lido, Savoy Gardens is perched on a hillside overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Here, you can relax in its heated outdoor pool or get a good sweat in the sauna. You’ll enjoy the views from your room as well, with its private balconies accentuated by warm, earthy styling. Almost every spot in this hotel has a view, but the best place to enjoy the panoramic oceanside would be from the rooftop terrace and bar where the hot tub is also located.

If you want to make your adults-only getaway even more romantic, you can request special open-air dining, which you should book in advance. For nightlife, you can enjoy live music and a club right in the hotel, although Funchal’s city center is just 2 km (1.2 mi) away.

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TUI Blue Gardens - Adults-only - Savoy Signature

Address: Azinhaga da Casa Branca
913.3 km (567.5 mi) from Portimão market

Fire extinguishers Physical distancing rules followed Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning Board games/puzzles Happy hour Fitness centre Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized

10. Hotel Alpino Atlantico Ayurveda Cure Centre - Adults Only (from USD 283)

If you want a getaway centered on health and wellness, Hotel Alpino is an ideal choice. With a special focus on Ayurveda, you can get a full detox, do yoga, and enjoy delectable vegan meals on their breakfast terrace overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Each meal is carefully prepared according to the holistic plan that you choose, with breakfast buffets served daily.

This hotel’s location on a cliff in Caniço offers a secluded adults-only experience, and you’ll want to book one of its 24 rooms and 3 suites well in advance. You’ll feel connected with nature and with each other in the property’s beautiful garden. There are massage therapists and an Ayurvedic doctor on-site, offering various services and treatments.

Despite its isolated location, Funchal’s city center is only a 20-minute drive down, and the airport is approximately 8 km (5 mi) away.

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Hotel Alpino Atlantico Ayurveda Cure Centre - Adults Only

Wifi Available

Address: Apartado 12, Ponta d'Oliveira
906.27 km (563.2 mi) from Portimão market

Parking Restaurant Room service Golf course (within 3 km) Garden Terrace Non-smoking rooms Airport shuttle

Discover Portugal

If you need to take a break and reconnect with your partner or yourself, then Portugal is a wonderful destination to go to. With beautiful sandy beaches, fantastic ocean views, and vibrant nightlife, it’s a perfect destination to let loose and relax. Mark your calendars, pack your bags, and start planning your ideal vacation. We hope this list of the top adults-only hotels in Portugal will help get you started.

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Steven, based in Quezon City, Philippines, is a writer specializing in travel and tech. Additionally, he is a freelance photographer, musician, and restaurateur.

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