Salema is located in Algarve, the southernmost region of Portugal known for its beaches along the Mediterranean Sea. Salema is a fishing village, whose beaches attract tourists looking for a relaxing holiday away from more crowded places like Albufeira. Of course, one of the major attractions in the area is Salema Beach, a sandy beach which is perfect for sunbathing or going for a swim in the calm, blue sea waters. There are a variety of other activities to do in Salema and surrounding areas, including golfing, spending time at the nearby Zoomarine, or enjoying a walk or horseback ride along the beautiful coast. We’ve created a list of our favourite Airbnb vacation rentals in Salema, so read on to check out your options and start preparing yourself for a wonderful vacation!
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 02, 2024.
1. Two-bedroom beach home (from USD 73)
Starting off our list is this cosy house in the quiet Fisherman’s Village. It’s just a three-minute walk from the beach, so you’ll be relaxing in the sun in no time! In five minutes, you can walk to the village centre. Stop into Pastelaria Solmar for a pastry and coffee, or grab a meal at Água na Boca, a popular restaurant with an excellent wine selection. If you’d like to go further afield, buses can take you to the nearby town of Lagos, where you can check out the Lagos Zoo. The house has two bedrooms and can accommodate five guests, making it an excellent place for families or groups of friends. There is a parking area nearby, and you’ll have a private terrace to enjoy. There’s a kitchen to cook in, and a TV to relax in front of. You’ll be provided towels and sheets, and there is a washing machine.
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wifi worked perfectly afterwardbright and warm space a lot of room and great deckthe patio is great to lounge on in the evening and the kitchen is fully stockedwe also enjoyed the outside terrace especcially in the evenings when the kids has gone to bedgreat outside space and super rooms to relax insideCleanliness:
very clean and confortablequiet clean properly equipedthe apartment matched the pictures and was clean and brightana's place was very clean & the kitchen was well equippedthe house was clean and comfortable in a quiet neighbourhoodHost:
host was lovely and accommodatingwonderful host who was attentive to every detailthe host is very kind and friendlyhost was very accommodating since we had to arrive pretty late in the eveningm we were late arriving and she was friendly and accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
good location very close to the beachthe location of this place is excellenta wonderful location a minute walk from the beachthis place is nice for summer vacationlagos is 15 km away if you like to shop
2. A seaside holiday house (from USD 208)
Set only a few steps away from the beach, this holiday houses promises a relaxed staycation in the middle of nature. The house has its own courtyard to make you feel calm and peaceful all day long. A small decorative pool adds to the beauty to the courtyard. Facilities offered include two bedrooms for four people, one bathroom, a patio and a living room.
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the welcome basket was a nice touch and the large bathroom was greatthe place is warm and cozy and makes you want to stay in all dayCleanliness:
everything was as described and it was spotless cleanthe house was clean and welcoming comfortable furnishings and living spacesHost:
highly recommended - salema the house and the hostpeter is also very responsive and helpfulpeter was uber responsive and we enjoyed our staypeter is a great host communication was perfect and he is very friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
great location with everything you need near bythis place is so cute and has an amazing locationthis house was unique and in a great locationinteresting and stylish property in a great locationa stunning place in a beautiful location
3. House with sea views (from USD 96)
Next up is this home typical of the Algarve, with stunning views of the sea and surrounding cliffs. Just a 5-10 minute walk to the beach, it’s an excellent spot for soaking up the sun and taking a dip in the water. You’ll also be very near to the village centre. Head to Pastry The Palm for a variety of pastries in the morning, or check out the cocktails and seafood at Restaurante Atlântico. You can also catch a bus to the nearby town of Lagos. There, you can catch trains to a variety of other locations within the Algarve. The home can sleep six guests, and has three bedrooms. There’s free parking on site, and Wi-Fi and TV to keep you entertained inside. You’ll also find a kitchen, indoor fireplace, and washing machine.
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good wifi as wella lovely spacious apt with amazing views of the sea from picture windowsthe view from the living room and the various terraces was extremely beautifuland the view from the moving room was nicefarima was there to greet us and helped us figure out how to connect to wifiCleanliness:
clean and functional plenty of towels and supplieseverything was very clean and welcomingclean well equipped and nicely decoratedthe place was great- clean comfortable and well stockedthe place was sparkling clean and the bed very comfortableHost:
paula has been kind and extremely helpful she provided us with information and was available for questionspaula is a great host very responsivepaula was such a great hostpaula was very helpful in giving us directions to her casapaula responded quickly and was a welcoming hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is also greatwe loved the location and beach in selemaexceptional place everything in place & ideal locationit is perfectly located with only a short 5 minute walk to the beach or to townreally nice beach 5min walk away en salema is a little fishing village with character
4. One-bedroom home near the beach (from USD 49)
This home offers beautiful views of the beach and sea. Relax on the terrace with a cup of coffee, and watch the fishing boats come in. There’s space to sleep three guests, and you’ll have a full kitchen to cook in. You’ll also have access to wireless internet and a television. The house is located just a few minutes from the beach and the village centre. Head into town and enjoy one of the many seafood restaurants around. The house is also near a bus station, which can take you to nearby villages such as Lagos, where you can shop in the farmers market or take a train to other cities like Lisbon or Seville.
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delightful apartment with lovely view over salemavery nice apartment with a beautiful view to the seathe view from the balcony is breathtaking we sat out to eat breakfast watching the waveshelio offers an apartment with a splendid panoramic sea viewthe apartment is perfect and even better than the photos showCleanliness:
the apartment is clean as can bethe apartment is clean comfortable and cheeryit is super-clean (and everything is clean bath/bed room kitchen pans pots plates etcthe cleanliness of this unique place outstandingthe place is very cleanHost:
the hosts are wonderfulhélio and his wife were great hosts and very helpful throughouthelio was a very nice hostour hosts were very friendly and helpful toowhen we arrived the hosts graciously welcomed usRead more reviewsLocation:
and is a great location to explore algarve - west and eastwonderful setting - looks exactly like the pictures and the beach is a mere 2 minute walk away
5. House near the beach (from USD 37)
Number five on our list is a home with hosts known for their excellent hospitality. Be prepared to be welcomed by friendly faces and to have all your questions answered. This home is located within walking distance from the beach, so you don’t have to go far to relax on the warm sands of Algarve. It’s also very near to the centre of the village. The home sleeps four guests and has two bedrooms. You’ll be provided with the essential linens, and will have access to an iron and washing machine. There’s also a fully functional kitchen for those who like to cook.
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wifi was goodi would certainly recommend either of the apartments ( the smaller one bedroom has stunning views over the bay)the one thing that i’d recommend is upgrading the double bedvery comfortable with everything you needCleanliness:
it was most clean and exactly as describedit was clean and we found everything we neededit is very very cleanreally good place very cleanthe place was nice and cleanHost:
the hosts were wonderful and made us feel like familythe host was very friendly and helpfulhe was extremely helpful and kindgreat place nice hosts great valuethe host was very nice and very gentle with usRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfect - just a short walk from the bus stop and the beachsalema is a wonderful locationplenty of beauty scenery closecharming old fashioned house with great location few min uphill walk from the beacha lovely family-friendly place in a great location in a cute little fishing village full of stray cats
6. Luxury home by the beach
This home is perfect for those who like a modern place to stay. It’s got a modern design with plenty of dark wood and glass - you’ll feel like you’re staying in a high-end hotel! Plus, it’s got a full kitchen you can dine in if you’d like. You’ll also have wireless internet and a tv to keep you entertained indoors. And when you feel like heading out, the beach is just 50 meters (164 ft) away. You’ll also be very near to the many seafood restaurants in town. Of course, you can always head to other villages. Head to Lagos to see the zoo, or play a round of golf in Santo Antonio.
Budens, Distrito de Faro, Portugal
4.18 km (2.6 mi) from Praia do BurgauAccommodates: 4
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the table and coffee table are created with the trunks of trees and look amazingthe apartment is moments from the beach and the small balcony is a lovely extrathe apartment was terrific and the town is beautifulthe kitchen was equipped with everything we needed to make meals and enjoy some bottles of winethe apartment was as described and a bit betterCleanliness:
it was very clean and had a very good kitchenit was spacious clean and modern very relaxingeverything was nice and very cleanthe interiors are amazing and everything was really cleanwe very much enjoyed our stay in this clean and nice apartmentHost:
the owner is really taking care that one feels comfortable in his housepedro is a perfect hosta big thank you for the ownerpedro was very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
good restaurants close bygreat location very close to the beachgreat location in a great little villagethe location is greatthanks pedro for this location
7. Apartment with sea view
This apartment offers beautiful views of the sea. Relax on the terrace and watch the waves roll in. There’s also a barbecue, so you can grill up a nice meal to go with the view. With one bedroom, this apartment is the perfect place to call home during a romantic getaway. And you’ll have plenty of amenities, including heating and air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and a washing machine and dryer. There’s also a fully functional kitchen.It’s a five-minute walk from the beach as well, so it won’t take you long to start enjoying Salema’s main activity.
Budens, Faro District, Portugal
5.0 km (3.2 mi) from Praia do BurgauSuperhostAccommodates: 2
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fantastic apartment with beautiful views - luxury fittingsthe view from the apartment is stunningsofas and bed very comfortable kitchen well equipped and a roomy balcony with stunning viewsthis is a beautiful apartment - the view is better than the photosgreat modern apartment with all the amenities and a great view of the town and the oceanCleanliness:
very clean and modern with everything we neededit is also very clean and fully equippedthe apartment is beautiful very clean and with a lovely layoutthe apartment was clean and tidy on arrival and the host was flexible with when we arrivedHost:
the home was incredible and the host was very generous and accommodatinganyhow paulo the host was extremely nice showed much effort to helppablo was very responsive and nicethe host has been great with communication and hand over of the keys and explanationsvery nice town with friendly peopleRead more reviewsLocation:
this location is highly recommendedgreat app on great locationlocation and apartment were excellentvery quiet and gorgeous location but steps away from delicious seafood and wine in the shops downtownthe walk back up from the village/beach can be a challenge but worth it
8. Two-bedroom home (from USD 97)
Our next option puts you right near both the beach and the village centre. After a day of relaxing on the beach, head into town for a meal at one of the many seafood restaurants available. And if you’d like to go further afield, simply take the bus to the nearby town of Lagos. There, you can visit the Lagos Zoo. Or, head to the train station in Lagos and visit other cities, such as Lisbon. The home has two bedrooms and sleeps four guests, making it a good spot for families or a small group of friends. There’s free parking on site and Wi-Fi connection. You’ll be able to cook in a fully functional kitchen, and there’s even an indoor fireplace to relax in front of on chilly evenings.
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very nice house with comfortable beds and good wifibeautiful stay in a lovely apartment with gorgeous views of the ocean and salemathe sea views were amazing the apartment is very clean and well-appointed with everything you needsince it was cool at night we really appreciated the fireplace to create a comfortable atmospherewe had a car and it was nice to have the parking space at the apartmentCleanliness:
pedro's place was clean and spaciousit is very clean and comfortableclean & comfortable great place to staythe apartment was spotless clean with everything that you needeverything was clean and pedro even left a bottle of wine for our arrivalHost:
pedro as host is very nice helpful and responsivewe arrived by car with good directions from pedro and were met by a lovely and helpful womangreat friendly host nice comfortable clean apartmenthe is very friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
great location at walking distance to the beach and the villagebest location walking distance from beach local shops and restaurantslocation is perfect walking distance to restaurants and shops and most importantly the beachthis is a great apartment in salema within walking distance to the beachpedro’s apartment was easy to locate and a two minute walk to town
9. House with beach views (from USD 87)
This next home near the beach can accommodate five guests and is split over two floors. It has modern amenities, like Wi-Fi, a cable tv, and a laptop-friendly workspace. There’s also a full kitchen as well as a washing machine and dryer. The home is located on a quiet road, just one minute from the beach. You won’t have to drag your towels and sunblock very far! If you don’t fancy a swim or sunbathing, you can go for a walk along the water’s edge. The beach spans the whole of Salema, so it’s a great way to take in the sights. If you like to golf, you can also head to the nearby Santo António Golf Resort, about 2 km (1.2 miles) away.
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great apartment with deck overlooking the beachhelena's apartment was really great we loved the rooftop patio and seaview from the apartmenta great placethe first seaview toilets of my lifefun to shower in the sun and open aira very nice and authentic apartmentCleanliness:
extremely clean and tidythe accommodation was clean and nicely furnishedthe apartment was very clean and comfortableit was all very cleanthe house is very nicely done very clean and comfortableHost:
helena is a wonderful hosthelena is a wonderful hosthelena is a great hosthelena is a great hosthelena is a great local hostRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location in salemaa great locationperfect location for a beach holidaythe location of this house is amazingthis location is fantastic for the price
10. Two-bedroom home, two minutes from the beach (from USD 64)
Finishing off our list is a home just two minutes away from the beach. When you’ve finished splashing in the sea and soaking up the sunshine, head into the village centre to enjoy amazing food. The host recommends a latte at Solmar Pastry and having a pizza at Pizza House. If you’d like to take a day trip, go to the nearby village of Figueira, where you can explore ruins of a fort and enjoy beautiful views of the coast. The home sleeps four guests and is child-friendly with accommodations like a crib, stair gates, and a high chair. There’s a fully functional kitchen to cook in, and a washing machine and iron. There’s also cable tv and wireless internet.
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the place was so comfy the beds wi-fi hot shower even the washing machine all terrificvery warm welcome uncomplicated and relaxed in the kitchen more than we neededCleanliness:
very clean and well appointedthe house is very comfortable and clean the communication with delia was very easy and super friendlythe appartment was clean well furnished and comfortablethe rustic cottage was very clean and well equipped with cooking and cleaning suppliesthe house is super clean and spacious for a family of 4 to stayHost:
she was very responsive when we had questionsdelia was a fantastic host with super quick responses and great hospitalityour host was very helpful and very nicethe place was nice and the host was greatdelia was very responsive to our questions and takes much pride in providing excellent hospitalityRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was greatclose walk (2 minutes) to the beach and several restaurants and good location for exploring the algarvethere are amazing restaurants walking distance as well which made our trip so enjoyableone minute walk to an amazing family oriented recreational beachthe location is fabulous - just a short 5 minute walk to the beach and restaurants and bars
11. Holiday house in Salema
Larger groups will want to check out this village home. With six beds, it can accommodate eight guests. You’ll have access to a courtyard, and a roof terrace. Conveniently, there’s free parking on site, and you’ll have use of modern amenities such as Wi-Fi and air conditioning. There’s a kitchenette to cook simple meals in, as well as a washing machine. The home can be found just 150 meters (492 ft) from the beach. It’s also centrally located, so it’ll be easy to dry off from a dip in the sea and quickly head to a nearby restaurant for lunch. In the mornings, grab a coffee at Pastelaria Solmar, and go for a meal in the evenings at Restaurante O Lourenço, a popular seafood restaurant. Golfers can also head to the nearby course, just 2 km (1.2 miles) away.
4.53 km (2.9 mi) from Praia do Burgau
Enjoy the sea in Salema
Salema is the perfect spot for a beach vacation. It’s a small village, so no matter where you stay, you’ll only be a short walk from the beach. You’ll also be very near to the bars and restaurants in the village - enjoying fresh seafood is right at your doorstep! There’s a variety of Airbnb options to choose from, so pick your favourite and book your Salema holiday now!
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