Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Praia do Carvoeiro travel guide

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You're Going to Love Praia do Carvoeiro

With a population of 2.784, Praia do Carvoeiro is a must-see destination in Faro, Portugal. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Praia do Carvoeiro has to offer.

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When to visit Praia do Carvoeiro

Praia do Carvoeiro in February
Estimated hotel price
S$ 218
1 night at 3-star hotel
Praia do Carvoeiro in February
Estimated hotel price
S$ 218
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Praia do Carvoeiro

Plane

Although Praia do Carvoeiro doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Faro Algarve Airport (FAO), which is located 46 km from Praia do Carvoeiro.

Train

Comboios de Portugal is the only carrier operating train routes to Praia do Carvoeiro.

Car

Another option to get to Praia do Carvoeiro is to pick up a car hire from Lisbon, which is about 188 km from Praia do Carvoeiro. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Klass Wagen, among others, in Lisbon.

Plane

Although Praia do Carvoeiro doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Faro Algarve Airport (FAO), which is located 46 km from Praia do Carvoeiro.

Train

Comboios de Portugal is the only carrier operating train routes to Praia do Carvoeiro.

Car

Another option to get to Praia do Carvoeiro is to pick up a car hire from Lisbon, which is about 188 km from Praia do Carvoeiro. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Klass Wagen, among others, in Lisbon.

Airports near Praia do Carvoeiro

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Airlines serving Praia do Carvoeiro

Lufthansa
Good (7,992 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,514 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,972 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,450 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,360 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,942 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,215 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,587 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,700 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,774 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,017 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,189 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (406 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,250 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,436 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,974 reviews)
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Where to stay in Praia do Carvoeiro

From 5-star hotels such as the Tivoli Carvoeiro Algarve Resort to great affordable options like the Hotel Carvoeiro Plaza, Praia do Carvoeiro offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around S$ 162 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 225 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Praia do Carvoeiro

Most booked hotels in Praia do Carvoeiro

Vale da Lapa Village Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
S$ 213+
RR Hotel da Rocha
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
S$ 142+
Tivoli Carvoeiro Algarve Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
S$ 316+
Hotel Carvoeiro Plaza
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
S$ 161+
Vale d'Oliveiras Quinta Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
S$ 185+
Vila Alba Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
S$ 184+

Hiring a car in Praia do Carvoeiro

Expect to pay S$ 2.96 per litre in Praia do Carvoeiro (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 35.48 and S$ 47.30. The most frequently booked car type in Praia do Carvoeiro is Mini (Fiat 500 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay S$ 2.96 per litre in Praia do Carvoeiro (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 35.48 and S$ 47.30. The most frequently booked car type in Praia do Carvoeiro is Mini (Fiat 500 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.