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About The Algarve

The Algarve

Algarve, only 290 kms (180 miles) south of Lisbon, offers soft, golden, sandy beaches with natural rock formations throughout the coast, water as warm as the Mediterranean but with a touch of the bracing Atlantic. Has an abundance of fine restaurants and a vibrant nightlife.

Gay and lesbian sex is legal in Portugal and the age of consent is 16. As a modern area, the Algarve has learned to respect gay and lesbian travellers, although some people may still react in a bad way to it, as in all cities throughout the world. We have listed where possible gay and lesbian, and gay and lesbian friendly venues.

The Algarve Hotels

Hotel Boca do Rio Resort

This is a deluxe 4 star gay friendly hotel. Boca do Rio is a complete Resort. De-luxe accommodation water-sports luxury spa-based pampering and a choice of bars. Health Club boasts a heated indoor pool gymnasium sauna and steam room.

UrbanizaÃƒÂ§ÃƒÂ£o Boca do
Mexilhoeira da CarregaÃƒÂ§ÃƒÂ£o
Lagoa, Algarve

Tel No: +351 282 402 500

Boa Vista Hotel & Spa

Boa Vista Hotel Spas enjoys a privileged location in the highest area of Albufeira. Allows you to enjoy an astonishing sea view. The Boa Vista Hotel Spa has many facilities including a relaxing and inviting Spa. Enjoy a peaceful break at this 4* gay and lesbian friendly hotel.

Rua Samora Barros, nÃ‚Âº 20
Albufeira

Tel No: +351 289 589 175

Sheraton Algarve Hotel

The Sheraton Algarve Hotel at Pine Cliffs Resort is a Luxury Collection Resort.With a selection of 14 restaurants and bars located on-site.Cuisines – International Portuguese Mediterranean Moroccan Italian and Japanese.Golf lessons and equipment available.

Praia da Falesia Apartado
Albufeir

Tel No: +351 289 500 100

Pestana Alvor Praia

The Pestana Alvor Praia is one of the best hotels in the area. This 5-star luxury hotel is located right on the beachfront. Spa Health Club and Gymnasium as well a indoor heated salt-water pool. Golf enthusiasts will enjoy 8 courses located within a radius of 15km.

Praia dos TrÃƒÂªs IrmÃƒÂ£os
Alvor

Tel No: +351 282 400 900

Sao Rafael Suite Hotel

The CS São Rafael Suite Hotel is a fantastic five-star hotel.It is located in the residential area near Albufeira marina.An exceptional dining experience with an array of fantastic dishes.Facilities include an 18-hole putting green tennis courts and a football pitch.

Sesmarias Albufeira
Algarve

Tel No: +351 291 775 936

Hotel Algarve Casino

Experience a taste of Las Vegas in a Mediterranean atmosphere.Including show extravaganzas with nightly performances.Retire in the comfort and luxury of the hotel’s lavish accommodation.Amendoeiras Restaurant serves up distinctive andtraditional cuisine.

Priai de Rocha
Portimao
Algarve

Tel No: +351 282 402 000

The Algarve Bars / Club

Arco Bar

Fantastic gay friendly music bar. Known for its great music and atmosphere. Very pricey though. Open from 6pm til 2am.

Rua Almirante CÃƒÂ¢ndido
dos Reis, 67
Tavira

Tel No: +351 281 323 537

Kadoc Club

Kadoc nightclub is a serious gay friendlynightclub.Largest in the Algarveand attracts some big name DJs.Housed in its own building halfway between Vilamoura and Albufeira.Can be found in the summer by following the light beams circling overhead.

Est de. Vilamoura
Boliqueime

Tel No: +351 289 360 485

Best Of Bar

This is a fab gay bar with live drag shows.Located next to kiss disco.One of the best places to go in Albufeira.Great venue comfortable and really friendly.

Centro Comercial Aveiros
Albufeira

LuiSol

Smart mixed bar for everybody to appreciate. Gay owned and gay ran. To enter you must ring the doorbell. Guests only allowed entry if smartly dressed no beach gear permitted.

Rua SÃƒÂ£o JosÃƒÂ© 21
Lagos

Tel No: +351 282 761 794

BoÃƒÂ©mio Bar

One of the best known gay bars in the Algarve. Located at the entrance to Portimao. This bar is always great entertainment. One not to miss.

RUA DE SÃƒÆ’O JOSÃƒâ€° 28
Portimao

Tel No: +351 282 413 549

Dreams Bar

This is another one of Algarves great gay bars-club.Enjoy the drag shows dance drink or do as you please.They often have over forms of entertainment on at the weekends.Great atmosphere.

Edificio Vilamagna Loja 18
Montechoro

Tel No: +351 916643125

The Algarve Restaurants

Amadeus

Amadeusis one of the top restaurants in the area. In 2006 Amadeus was awarded a Michelin Star. Serving modern European gourmet cuisine. With an extensive wine list that is well-regarded as one of the best in the Algarve.

Escanxinas
Estrada Almancil-Quarteira

Tel No: +351 289 399 134

Acvavit

Marina based gay friendly restaurant.This restaurant has now been open for 15 years.Serving fantastic cuisine in an amazing location.Being on the marina its abeautiful place to eat during the day or in the evening.

Centro Comercial Vilamoura
Loja 4 Quarteira

Tel No: +351 289 380 712

Sao Gabriel

ThisMichelin-starred restuarant is one of the finest around.Set in a beautiful villa close to the Algarve resorts of Vale de Lobo and Quinta do Lago.Sao Gabriel serves international cuisine such as lamb beef and fish.The food and serviceare superb.

Estrada Vale do Lobo Quinta do Lago
Almancil

Tel No: +351 289 39 45 21

Vila Joya Restaurant

Vila Joya Restaurant is part of the Vila Joya Hotel.The only restaurant in Portugal with two Michelin Stars.Not only is the food outstanding at Vila Joya but the views are breathtaking.Serving the most amazing and inventive International cuisine.

Praia da Gale
Albufeira

Tel No: +351 289 591 795

La Terrazza

Vale do Lobo is one of the Algarves favourite playgrounds.La Terrazza serves up good-quality Italian food.La Terrazza is set right on the Praça and provides the perfect setting.Great food great atmosphere what more could you want?!

Praca de Vale do Lobo

Tel No: +351 289 356 019

Jacintinas – My Secret Garden Restaurant

Jacintinas is an elegant restaurant within a luxurious boutique hotel.Located within the Algarves Golden Triangle.Jacintinas features International cuisine with strong Portuguese overtones.A friendly attentive and discreet service.

Urb. Quinta Jacintina Apartado 3324
Almancil

Tel No: +351 289 350 090

The Algarve Arts, Culture and Leisure

Karting Almancil

Almancil Karting is a comprehensiveleisure and competition complex. Available to all lovers of the racing sport: Karting. Almancil Karting is open all-year round. The main track is a 760m length replica of a former Formula One race track in Brazil.

KartÃƒÂ³dromo de
Algarve

Tel No: +351 289 399 899

Cruise The Algarve

What better way to expore the island.Cruise the Algarve offers gay lesbian cruises off the Portimao area of the Algarve.The crew are broadminded with discretion guaranteed.This is something a little bit different and a whole lot of fun.

Call or Email

Tel No: +351 916 310 490

Quad Ventura

Fantastic Quad Bike tours through the gorgeous Algarve countryside.Safe fun and a different day out.The bikes are fully-automatic and operational tuition is given at the start of each tour.Would suit those looking for an adrenaline rush.

Apartado 2094
Albufeira

Tel No: +351 962 497 037

Casino Vilamoura

Located right in the heart of Vilamoura.Casino Vilamoura is an ideal choice for a first-class night out.The casino offers something for everybody´s taste.Games include Black Jack Portuguese Dice American Roulette and Poker.

Quarteira
Vilamoura

Tel No: +351 289 310 000

Vale do Lobo – Quarteira Beach

One of a few of the Algarves best gay beaches.Thebeach is located between Vale do Lobo and Quarteira.It is a generously sized gay beach with a large stretch of sand and dunes.Cruising takes place in the dunes.

Algarve

Arma

The gay beach at Armação de Pera is called Praia Grande.A large beach with exceptional views of the seacoast.Like most gay beaches in the Algarve you can go nude or wear beachwear. The dunes behind the beach are action packed by mid-afternoon.