Where to stay in The algarve?

Mr_P_5

Hi.
Looking to stay in Algarve in the summer.. where would people recommend?

its for me and my wife, in our early 20s like place by the sea with good restaurants and nice bars. not too loud but enough night life. also some good places close.

any info appreciated.

thankss

stoneman

We always stay in Albufeira, loads of good bars in the Old Town, nice big cocktails with enormous straws and sparklers. Mainly families but the younger ones come out after the witching hour. It's noisier on the Strip, which is a road on the outskirts, so suggest you don't stay there. Most of the places we have stayed in have been of a high standard, and I hope you like grilled food, because that is mostly what you will get. What is your budget? Are you looking to stay in a good hotel of self catering.

Millie's_Mum

Villamoura is really nice with a big harbour, lots of fancy yachts and good restaurants around the marina but it is expensive when you are there.

*hellie*

I went to Lagos with my boyfriend last summer. There were plenty of decent places to eat and drink, a gorgeous beach and boat trips to go on. We really enjoyed it!

skyeandeviesmummy

I agree Albufeira is lively seaside town with good night life. Vilamoura is also quite lively has a beautiful marina lovely beaches and good night life. Albufeira is a bit more Blackpool with the sun though, Vilamoura has a little more elegance and is close by to Quinta do Lago (where the rich and famous live/play golf). I lived in Albufeira and in a remote village 20 mins from Albufeira for 3 years and I love the area around there. Any questions on particular areas in the Algarve send me a PM and Id be happy to help.