Occidental Faro

4.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hotel with a full-service spa and a fitness center
VIP Access

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Breakfast area
View from room
Spa reception
View from property

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Praca D Francisco Gomes 2, Faro, 8000-168
  • Place, Faro Marina
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Faro Cathedral
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Town Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for Rewards members

Room options

Double Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (4 Adults)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite

  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Triple Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (2 Adults 1 Child)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (2 Adults 2 Children)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (3 Adults 1 Child)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Triple Room (2 Adults 1 Child)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Faro

Located in Faro City Centre, Occidental Faro is next to popular attractions like Misericordia Church and Faro Marina. This 90-room, 4-star hotel has conveniences like a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Faro Marina - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Arch to the Old Town district of Faro - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Faro Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Old Town Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Faro Station - 9 min walk
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bohéme - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pipers - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Columbus - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cosmopolitan Restaurant & Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Occidental Faro

Boardwalk/promenade hotel with a full-service spa and a fitness center
At Occidental Faro, guests enjoy a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a gym. If you drive, self parking is EUR 15 per day, and there's also a free beach shuttle. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a sauna, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas.
Guests can expect free WiFi and LCD TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, free toiletries, and bidets. Other amenities include minibars, safes, and phones.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Covered self parking on site (EUR 15 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Cosmopolitan Bar
  • Ria Formosa

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

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

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2000
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Reusable cups

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • 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.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 15 per day
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is 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

Is free cancellation available at Occidental Faro?

Occidental Faro provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Occidental Faro?

As of Nov 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Occidental Faro on Dec 23, 2025 start from $155.31, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see around Occidental Faro?

This hotel is situated in Faro City Centre, just steps from Faro Marina and Jardim Manuel Bívar, and within a short walk of Old Town Square. You'll also find A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve and Ria Formosa Natural Park less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Occidental Faro?

Yes, covered parking is offered for EUR 15 per day. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Is there a spa at Occidental Faro?

Wellness Center is the name of the hotel's full-service spa available for guests to enjoy.

Does Occidental Faro feature a casino?

No, Occidental Faro doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Occidental Faro?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Occidental Faro a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant with al fresco dining.

Does Occidental Faro have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this hotel.

Does Occidental Faro have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Occidental Faro serves breakfast for a surcharge at Ria Formosa.

Will Occidental Faro allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Occidental Faro.

Are there connecting rooms at Occidental Faro?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Occidental Faro?

The closest major airport to Occidental Faro is Faro Intl. Airport (FAO), which is 4.3 mi away (12 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Occidental Faro?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Occidental Faro.

Occidental Faro Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 552 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 292 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1004 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Raghu Raman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Overall average

While we had a stay with no problem, we did not like the room we stayed too much. It had a very strong smell (like bleach cleaning) and certainly would not have tolerated without strong AC. The breakfast was decent. The location is perfect but will not give much marks otherwise.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel met our needs. I thought we were going to have a balcony room, but it was literally just a door that opened to a 1/2 of a door-sized piece of glass& you were still standing inside your room. Breakfast and bar on rooftop balcony did make up for the shortfall. It was hard to tell the size of the rooms on-line, but they are pretty small.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karina, plano

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here! So convenient to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Carole

Liked: Staff & service
Central location, easy transfer to the airport. Departed very early staff were great and supplied on the go breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Melinda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would return!

Great location, beautiful spot. We felt the flooring in the rooms weren’t really up to the standard the hotel was trying to achieve. Great roof top patio and breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tanya

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was horrible, food was cold. I did not recieve my VIP access. I left the sign on the door for the room to be cleaned. I had to call as the cleaners passed our room. Location is excellent though, and hotel is very clean. I also paid for parking and its a nightmear. You are not guarnteed a spot, so once you get one, dont leave it. We took bolt to the mall so we didnt loose our space. An added expense.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Beverley

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The air conditioning in the room was terrible since getting here the room stayed on 26 degrees had heating on full lowest it could go was 19 degree's we even shut the curtains to keep the light out when we checked in. We had a our own room temperature guide and the lowest it went to it the night was 25 degrees spoke to reception and they were absolutely useless suggesting we must try switch on and off and open and close windows. Told her the lobby was colder than my room where she said yes sometimes it gets to cold here. The curtains were not proper black out curtains the light came through the top and bottom not sure if we have the sign outside by us but a light shined through the whole night. We have a 17 month old and he struggled. Then at 11 o clock in the evening myself and the little one awoke with scrapping and moving around chair's above us at the roof. Terrible would not recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in a good location. Our room was small, very outdated, and incredibly uncomfortable. Beds seemed like hostel beds. Linens looked clean but smelled like they weren’t fresh. I do believe they were freshly washed, but maybe they are old and the smell couldn’t be washed out? Hallway had a horrible sour/chemical smell. Overall, very disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Many options close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had lost a purse and couldn’t call out. The staff helped us with that. We had free bag check and our rooms were made ready early. Just fantastic service. The pool and dining area were great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Run down property

Property in need of renovation. Photos on reservation websites are not representative of current state of property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, rooms recently renovated and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Faro fantanstic

From check in to check out - our stay was excellent. The atmosphere was most pleasant which tells you it is very well managed with no grumpiness whatsoever. The location was central for all the things like restaurants, ferries, buses and railway station. Our advice is to use theses to maximise your stay particularly the beaches.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Maksim

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was stinking of canalisation
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Amar

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Agustín, Parana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice swimingpool
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Chin Woon Cynthia

Traveled with family
Ants are in the room. Too small the room. Location is good. Staff are not nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Irene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location, location, location. Location of the hotel is good. Never saw the sauna as it wasn’t close to the pool. Staff was good except that the night clerk didn’t suggest the water bottles in the fridge. Hotel looked run-down.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Didnt like the paper cups. Everything else was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025