Silves is a delightful fortified town in a scenic location amidst the banks of Rio Arade River and the rolling hills of the Algarve countryside. Due to its extensive history and numerous sights, guests will always have fun exploring this beautiful town especially when they come across the impregnable town walls, the red brick castle and the gothic cathedral built on the site of a grand mosque. The combination of rich history, fascinating sights and the Portuguese charm make Silves the perfect tourist destination for your holiday in Portugal. Having so many attractions to discover and activities to indulge in, you will need more than a day to completely explore this historic town. Check out the top 10 vacation rentals in Silves, Portugal.
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 April 07, 2024.
1. A spacious house in Silves, Portugal
Get hosted by Luís during your exploration adventure in Silves. This option is highly recommended because the accommodation is centrally located only 20 minutes’ drive from the beach and less than an hour’s drive to the nearby towns including Lagos, Portimão, Monchique and Armação de Pera. By booking this apartment, you will have secured the whole space which includes a living room, kitchen, two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Each room in this house is air-conditioned and furnished with modern equipment such as a large-screen TV, a sound system, a cooking hob and a double door fridge. Other basic amenities such as towels and toiletries are also provided by the host upon request.
Silves, Faro, PortugalAccommodates: 4
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a very comfortable house and a fantastic attic at the bottom of the castelCleanliness:
very clean and nice house with all you need for good livingthe hous is clean and have everything what you need when you're an independent travellerHost:
he was a very helpful hostluis is a great host and there were some nice welcoming touches like fresh fruit and watera traditionel house with a fantastic balchony and very friendly hoststhe house is old but has charm and luis's parents were great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
everything you need and great locationcharming little house in a fantastic locationluis’s place is in a great locationthe castle is just a short walk away and definitely worth seeingthe house has a nice location under the castle
2. Charming house in historical town (from USD 65)
Casa do Jardim is a charming two-bedroomed house located at the heart of Silves. You will instantly fall in love with this location because it is centrally located close to various social amenities including shops, hotels, bars and restaurants. Due to its spacious nature, this accommodation is best recommended for families or a group of friends. As you start your tour of the house, you will notice that you have a living room which is furnished with a comfortable sofa, a dining table, a large-screen TV and a working space for your laptop. Adjacent to the living room is a kitchen which is fully equipped with a toaster, microwave, fridge and a cooktop. As for your sleeping arrangements, the bedroom has a comfortable bed, a dressing table and a wardrobe.
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the wifi signal was greatthe facilities and amenities provided were truly exceptional; everything you could wish for on holidayCleanliness:
the rooms are big clean and everything you need is therethe house is charming clean full equiped and beds are really comfortablethe house is clean and comfortable and has a lot of spacethe house is spacious clean and cozy with information about local culture posted in many of the roomsit's very clean and the supplies are all there if you need themHost:
rosario and antonio are perfect hostsrosario & antonio are the best hosts everrosario and antonio are very kind and thoughtful hostsrosario and antonio are extremely lovely hosts they apparently enjoy hosting and make you feel at home immediatelyi just can say thank you to rosario and antonio because they are really perfect hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
in a great location toobeautiful place at a very central locationit was easy to walk to town from the houseyou can prepare your own meal or walk to one of many nice restaurants in silvesthe house is amazing and really beautiful featuring perfect location to explore algarve
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3. Apartment at the heart of Silves (from USD 79)
One way you can ensure that you have a memorable stay during your visit to Silves is by booking this charming accommodation located only 20 minutes’ drive from the beach. Apart from the beach, you will also be centrally positioned close to the local shops, golf courses, walking trails, bars, restaurants and cafés. The accommodation is able to host up to six guests in its spacious three bedrooms, each furnished with a comfy double bed, a wardrobe, a dressing table and a working space for your laptop. Guests are always welcomed to use the kitchen which is equipped with utensils, a microwave, a fridge and a cooktop. When done cooking, you can enjoy your meal in the living room where you will find a flat-screen TV, a couch, an air conditioner and a coffee table. Ample parking space is also available.
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nice apartment (old style) in a lovely little townapartment is very spacey and we felt very welcomedCleanliness:
the apartment was clean well equipped and clementina was very helpfulHost:
host was extremely helpful and kindclementina is a wonderful host very welcoming and ready to help when neededsilves itself is a very nice friendly cityclementina is a lovely hostshe was very kind flexible and always availableRead more reviewsLocation:
it was the perfect location to rest from our beach days in algarvewhere there are plenty of restaurants in walking distance and picturesque sights to seethe house is well-located (in the centre of silves) quiet and very comfortablea perfect place for a family
4. Algarve holiday house (from USD 29)
Algarve holiday house is located in Silves only 12 kilometers (7.5mi) from the beaches. This is the perfect accommodation to rent if you want to explore Silves and the nearby towns including Lagos, Armação de Pera Portimão and Monchique all located within an hour’s drive. If you book this apartment, you will have secured a bright, clean and cozy rental consisting of a living room, a single bedroom, a kitchen and a bathroom. Each room is furnished with modern appliances including a couch, TV and air conditioner in the living room, a fridge and a cooktop in the kitchen, and a comfortable double bed in the bedroom. An ample parking space is also available on the premises.
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comfortable beds clean beddings and towels and quiet areathe house was clean quiet and good valuethe apartment is extremely clean and nice on the insidethe apartment was very clean and close to the most beautiful beachesHost:
jose is a great host :)nice and careering hostsvery helpful and caring hostslocal town is lovely and the host is very kind and helpfulvery kind and caring mama teresaRead more reviewsLocation:
location was nice in between fields of tangerines mandarins and lemon treesnice place surrounded by orange and lemon treesjose’s place was perfect it is out of the way of the city which we lovedit’s a beautiful place just what we needed
5. Countryside getaway (from USD 104)
As you are planning your vacation with your family or friends, you should book this luxurious condo located in a secluded countryside location, 20 minutes’ drive from the medieval town of Silves. You will instantly love this position because you will be only 30 minutes’ drive from Faro International Airport, 15 minutes’ drive from numerous beaches and 10 minutes’ walk from the supermarkets and restaurants. Guests are always advised to feel at home and use all the amenities found inside the house including the comfy beds in the bedrooms, the flat-screen TV in the living room and the wide range of modern appliances in the kitchen. Other important amenities included in this accommodation are the swimming pool, outdoor dining space, free WIFI internet and a secure parking space.
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the pool initially was greatCleanliness:
it is clean and comfortablethe house was clean and there was plenty of clean towelsthey were clean and in good conditionRead more reviewsLocation:
i highly reccomend this location with this lovely householders
6. A comfy accommodation for up to six guests (from USD 159)
Welcome to Silves. While you are here, you should book this luxurious two-bedroom apartment located only 3 kilometers (1.8 mi) from the town center of Silves. This accommodation is preferred by most tourists because it is close to the beach, shops, restaurants, boutiques and cafes. During your stay, you will have unlimited access to the whole house which consists of two bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen and a toilet. Each room is air-conditioned and furnished with modern equipment including a TV and a couch in the living room, comfortable beds in the bedroom, and a fridge, cooktop, oven and microwave in the kitchen. A secure parking space can be organized by the host.
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we were able to cook beautiful meals using the grill and kitchenHost:
anna was a very nice and hospitable hostanna herself is a very kind and helpful personshe is a perfect host very funny and very niceanna is a great host thanks so much for everything xxanna is very kind friendly and helpfullRead more reviewsLocation:
it’s located just a short drive from silves and close to beautiful beacheswe had a great time at anna’s the location is amazing so relaxingan exceptional stay in a marvellous place far from the noise and tourism; a true little paradise
7. Rustic and original accommodation
Christian invites you to spend your precious nights in his humble cabin located only three minutes’ drive from the town center of Silves. You will love this location because of its proximity to the beach, the local shops and restaurants. Given the spacious nature of this accommodation, it is best recommended for couples and solo travelers. The first room you will come across as you start your tour of the house is a living room which is fully furnished with a couch, coffee table and a flat-screen TV. You will also have your own kitchen space where you will find a microwave, an oven, a cooktop and utensils. As for your sleeping arrangements, you have a comfortable double bed, a dressing table and air conditioning in the bedroom. Linens, towels and toiletries are also provided by the host.
Silves, Faro, PortugalTop guest reviews
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we found the beds a bit hard but for that price you really can't complainit was beautifully maintained and had many facilities on the propertyCleanliness:
very tody and cleanthe house was very clean and had everything we neededthe cabin is basic but very cleanHost:
helmut & rese were wonderful hostseven a little attentive gift for easterthe millions are the most friendly hosts we have ever hadhe and rese made us feel very welcome and were brilliant hoststhe owners of the finca and your hosts are super friendly and very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the location in the beautiful backyard of a finca on the countryside is also very niceif you are after peace & quiet in a beautiful location then this is perfectit is close to silves which is a pretty little town with access to shopsafter long hikes it offers the perfect place to have a good recharging sleep during the nightit’s a perfect place if your need time to unwind
8. Newly-built holiday home
Come and unwind in this recently renovated holiday home located only eight kilometers from the town center of Silves. You will love this accommodation because of the peace, quiet and tranquillity that this neighborhood will offer you. If you book this apartment, you will have complete access to the whole apartment. The first room you will see as you enter is a spacious living room which has a couch, TV, a dining table and a working space for your laptop. Adjacent to the living room is the kitchen which has been fully equipped with a microwave, toaster, oven and fridge. For total comfort during your sleep, you will have access to a bedroom which has a double bed, a dressing table, closet and a working space for your laptop. Linen and toiletries are also provided by the host.
Silves, Faro, PortugalTop guest reviews
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we had a great stay in the apartment on the quintabeautiful resting area with a swimming poolCleanliness:
comfortable clean and brightthe house was spotless clean new had everything you needthe house is very spacious clean and modernthe swimming pool is very clean and perfect for hot summer holidaysHost:
christian parents are extremely polite and kindchristian's family are very friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
a lovey quite place -highly recommendgreat place to relax and rebootsuper quiet place for a vacation
9. Cozy Portuguese cottage
This is a cozy Portuguese cottage that’s enclosed in a farm and is surrounded by fruit trees only ten minutes’ drive from the trade center of Silves. Given its location and size, this cottage is best suitable for couples or solo travelers who are looking for solitude. The rented space consists of a living room furnished with a couch, a dining table for four, a TV and a working space for your laptop. You will also be able to prepare your own meal using the modern equipment in the kitchen including a microwave, oven, toaster, and a cooking hob. Guests are always welcomed to pick any fruit they want as they enjoy their walks in nature.
10. A private accommodation close to the beach
Are you visiting Silves anytime soon? Book this lovely apartment located only 700 meters (765 yards) from the historic town center of Silves. You will never get bored once you are here. This apartment puts you close to so many social amenities including the beach, classy restaurants, the theater and boutiques. You should try out the local street food, you will love it. Your accommodation consists of two bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen and the bathroom. Both bedrooms are furnished with comfortable beds, a chest of drawers, a dressing table and a wardrobe. For your entertainment purposes, your living room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, a comfy couch and air conditioning. An ample parking space is also available.
Silves, Faro District, PortugalAccommodates: 4
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a nice apartment which had all amenities we needednice place for staying with a small child - lots of space full kitchen and crib with good mattressthe kitchen has all amenities and a washing machine which we much appreciated after a week of travellots of space and we also enjoyed having our breakfast and dinner on the terracethe weather was hot but the flat was cool even without a/cCleanliness:
apartment very clean and well equippednice apartment clean and freshthe apartment was very clean and quietit was very clean when we arrived and we felt welcomethe place is very comfortable clean and well decoratedHost:
osvaldina was friendly and helpfullovely town with pleasant people- just like the hostsstefania and fernando are great host they gave us everything we needed even for our little sonwe didn't meet the hosts but their friend andreia welcomed us and explained everything to useasy and good communication with the hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectvery nice place at 20min of algarve coast and very cute small towngood location in a quiet neighborhood with a view to the castleparking on the street nearby was easyit's a very good place to stay
Unforgettable retreat in Silves, Portugal
Located close to the major attractions in Portugal, Silves will offer you an unforgettable vacation during your stay. Secure a room and get ready to enjoy all the charms that Silves offers.
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