Occidental Faro

Hotel with spa, near Faro Marina

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Located near the picturesque Faro Marina, Hotel Faro & Beach Club offers a serene retreat with breathtaking views from the rooftop terrace. Treat yourself to Mediterranean cuisine at Ria Formosa restaurant, unwind with a massage at the spa, or enjoy al fresco dining and sun-kissed afternoons by the outdoor pool. Guests rave about delicious breakfasts and helpful staff.
VIP Access
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Self parking
  • Room service

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
$123 nightly
$135 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

City view
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Double Room

Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Deluxe Room | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Deluxe Room | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Family Room (4 Adults)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed
City view
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Premium Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
LCD TV
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Superior Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
City view
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Family Room (2 Adults 1 Child)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Family Room (2 Adults 2 Children)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Family Room (3 Adults 1 Child)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
City view
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Triple Room (2 Adults 1 Child)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Praca D Francisco Gomes 2, Faro, 8000-168

What's nearby

  • Faro Marina - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Arch to the Old Town district of Faro - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Faro Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Old Town Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 15 min drive
  • Faro Station - 6 min walk
  • Tavira Station - 27 min drive
  • Loule Station - 30 min drive
  • Free beach shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bohéme - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pipers - ‬2 min walk
  • Cosmopolitan Restaurant & Bar
  • ‪Chelsea Coffe & Brunch - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Occidental Faro

Occidental Faro features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Faro Marina and Misericordia Church. Guests can indulge in spa services at the spa, and Mediterranean cuisine is served at Ria Formosa, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a fitness center are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and restaurant.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 90 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Covered onsite self parking (EUR 15 per day)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Offsite

    • Free beach shuttle

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Free beach shuttle
  • Wildlife and game drive
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Wildlife viewing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2000
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
  • Reusable cups only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Wellness Center. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Ria Formosa - This restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Cosmopolitan Bar - Onsite cocktail bar. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 29 February, EUR 1.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 March - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs EUR 15 per day
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard, Barclaycard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Faro Hotel
Hotel Faro
Hotel Faro Portugal - Algarve
Hotel Faro Beach Club
Faro Beach Club
Hotel Faro & Beach Club Faro
Hotel Faro & Beach Club Hotel
Hotel Faro & Beach Club Hotel Faro

Frequently asked questions

Does Occidental Faro offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Occidental Faro does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Occidental Faro?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Occidental Faro?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Occidental Faro?

Yes. Self parking costs EUR 15 per day. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Occidental Faro?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Occidental Faro?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Vilamoura (24-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Occidental Faro and nearby?

Have fun with activities like boat tours, fishing, and horseback riding, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation onsite includes a wildlife and game drive. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Occidental Faro also has a sauna and a steam room.

Are there restaurants at or near Occidental Faro?

Yes, Ria Formosa offers alfresco dining and Mediterranean cuisine.

What's the area around Occidental Faro like?

Occidental Faro is located on the boardwalk/promenade in Faro City Centre, a short 6-minute walk from Faro Station and 5 minutes' walk from Faro Cathedral. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Occidental Faro Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast buffet was fresh, with lots of choice and excellent quality. (101 reviews)
  • The rooftop restaurant offered an excellent dining experience with great views and a wide variety of delicious options. (15 reviews)
  • The property's rooftop pool was a lovely and relaxing area with great views, never too crowded, and a perfect spot to unwind. (16 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely spacious room, central location, tastyfood
Carole, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Hotel was good but Faro is just ok.
Joseph, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean room, friendly staff.
Kenneth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel, breakfast was great, best place to stay in Faro
Adam, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Large spacious rooms and the hotel is in an excellent location with lots of restaurants nearby
Patrick, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All aspect relating to this Hotel was excellent
anthony, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel
Martyn J, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

place is very accessible the main problema only is the heating in the room cannot adjust the heater and uts cold at night.. and since we are close in the main city we can hear the people talking and shouting on the road … but its nice place it just the heating and noise maybe because it weekends lots of drunk peoplle
armi, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good standard. Clean and nice. Quite firm bed which I personally think is positive. Very nice rooftop restaurant and bar. The breakfast buffet was very good, much like a Swedish or Norwegian hotel breakfast.
Mats, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great service lovely will Be back
Mary, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very clean and very good staff. Good view at breakfast
stuart, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Where the hotel was situated, great view from the top of the hotel and the staff was excellent.
Robert, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean, & housekeeping in every day even Sunday. Staff were so helpful.
Olivia, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic location and great staff.
Richard, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel and conveniently located. I loved the roof top bar.
Barry, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast
Adam, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed running by the water and shopping at the market
Karen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent rooftop views and breakfast choices.
Steven David, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved staying here! So convenient to everything.
Karina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
marsyal lou, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The breakfast is not as good as it used to be before Barcelo took charge of this Hotel
david, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, rooms recently renovated and clean.
Josee, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff
Frank, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great front desk staff

The front desk staff was extremely helpful and accommodating. The breakfast had lot of great choices and delicious. We had a nice little view of the marina there.
Cecil, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location. Smells in hotel like sewer sometimes. But great location over all
Victoria, 2-night trip