Praia da Luz Hotels, Portugal
Praia da luz Hotels
Praia da Luz is a small and personable resort town situated on the stunning western Algarve coastline. Luz sits around a glorious sandy bay, and combines a wonderful climate, delicious food and a welcoming ambience, to create the perfect destination for a relaxing beach-based holiday.
Praia da Luz was originally a fishing village, being sheltered from the Atlantic’s ferocity by the towering, Rocha Negra basalt headland. Today, tourism has replaced fishing, but fortunately this transformation has not lessened the charm of Luz. The sprawling tourist developments that extend up the hills are stylish and in-keeping, while the restaurants remain family owned and specialise in delicious regional dishes.
For a holiday, Praia da Luz has a welcoming and family friendly atmosphere, and offers a surprisingly wide section of restaurants, cafes and beach bars. Luz may be quiet and peaceful, but it is only 5km to the major city of Lagos with its extensive shopping, historic centre and buzzing nightlife. This guide will provide an introduction to Praia da Luz.
Why Visit Luz?
Luz is charming, unassuming and conceals a wonderful beach. The town has a homely and welcoming ambience; where visitors and long-term residents spend hot summer days socialising in the beachside cafes or relaxing on the beach.
Praia da Luz is a great destination for families with young children, in part due to the calm nature of the town and safe beach, which is supervised during the summer. Luz has a wide choice of privately rented holiday homes and apartments, in the modern developments which extend up the hills behind the town.
As part of a touring holiday, Luz can be a calmer base from which to explore the western side of the Algarve. There are good public transport links to the historic city of Lagos, while there are sufficient bus services to explore westwards, towards Sagres. Luz has a popular following with retirees or long stay visitors, wishing to escape the gloom of the winter months.
Luz is not designed for people wishing a fast-paced, hectic or drink-fuelled holiday. The town is a distance from the main buzz of the Algarve; for example, Slide and Splash (best water park of the Algarve) is 30km from Luz. Praia da Luz Hotels
Luz has an unhurried and calm atmosphere that is great for young families
When to Visit Luz and southern Portugal?
The main tourist season of Luz is from June until the end of August, with August being the busiest month. The weather is suitable for spending time on the beach from May until late September.
Praia da Luz Hotels
Vila Luz
This property is a 12-minute walk from the beach. Vila Luz offers self-contained accommodations overlooking the Atlantic Ocean from a cliff among landscaped gardens. Its extensive amenities include a pool, extensive garden areas and a nearby golf course.
Bright studios, with and without balcony, at Aparthotel Vila Luz are air conditioned, modern and functional. There is a kitchenette with dining area, satellite TV channels and some accommodations opens out onto panoramic balconies.
Guests can enjoy outdoor activities and water sports such as windsurfing, hiking and diving. An on-site bike rental is also available. Drinks and renowned Algarve wines are served at the bar, until late in the evenings.
Popular nearby attractions include Praia Da Luz Beach and the volcanic Rocha Negra, both within a 15-minute walk from the Vila Luz Aparthotel. Lagos is 3.1 mi away. Free wired and WiFi Internet access and private parking is available.
Oasis Beach Apartments
This property is a 4-minute walk from the beach. This Praia da Luz aparthotel offers self-catering accommodations set 100 yards from the beach. It has 2 outdoor pools, including a shallow one, and rooms with a balcony overlooking the garden.
Apartments at the Oasis Beach have traditional décor, and include a seating area with satellite TV and a fully equipped kitchen. The spacious balcony in each is furnished with a table and chairs.
Guests of Oasis Beach Apartments can enjoy drinks and sunbathe at the outdoor swimming pool. The hotel also has a garden where guests can relax.
Praia da Luz can be easily reached on foot, and Lagos city center is 5 mi away. Boavista Golf Course is 1.2 mi away.
Hotel Belavista Da Luz
This property is a 8-minute walk from the beach. Overlooking the bay of Praia da Luz with its sandy beach only 650 yards away, this family-run hotel offers 2 outdoor pools. Each air-conditioned room has a private balcony.
Spacious and light, the accommodations at Belavista Da Luz offer a refrigerator and coffee/tea facilities. Each room has a modern private bathroom.
International and vegetarian dishes are available at the hotel’s Restaurant Bellas, which also serves a large English breakfast buffet. The poolside snack bar serves lunch during the summer season.
Guests at Belavista Da Luz can enjoy the on-site tennis court and gym. It is also possible to relax in the 2 outdoor pools or to book a massage. Access to the sauna and Turkish bath are free of charge.
The 24-hour reception staff offers car rentals. With free parking, the Boavista Golf Course and Lagos are both a 12-minute drive away.
Quinta do Mar – Country & Sea Village
Only 0.6 mi from Burgau Beach, Quinta do Mar – Country & Sea Village offers individually furnished apartments, studios and rooms. The holiday park features beautifully kept gardens and an outdoor swimming pool.
Boasting a stunning cliff top location, all the air-conditioned rooms of Quinta do Mar have a private bathroom. Each room provides a satellite TV, a tea/coffee maker and a balcony.
Guests can wake up to stunning sea views and enjoy their breakfast. There is also a bar where guest can have a drink. Quinta do Mar – Country & Sea Village offers bicycle and car rental service. For those looking to go out for dinner, the nearest restaurant is at a 4-minute drive.
The sun loungers next to the pool are perfect for relaxation. The holiday park also provides a tennis court and fitness center. Faro International Airport is 59 mi from the property. Praia da Luz Hotels
Belver Porto Dona Maria
Set within an ecological landscape on a cliff overlooking the Atlantic, this holiday village features 2 outdoor pools, in separate areas. The units have a private terrace with views of the garden or Luz Bay.
Belver Porto Dona Maria offers townhouses and villas equipped with dishwashers and cable TV. Private bathrooms with bathtubs are also included. Praia da Luz Hotels
The on-site grocery store sells local specialties and light meals. The Cabana do Pescador coffee shop offers drinks and sandwiches, while the L’Escargot Restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine.
Guests can relax by the pool or book an unwinding massage. It is also possible to practice your golf skills at the Dona Maria Golf Academy, which has its own driving range and putting green. Scuba diving and kite surfing are available as well. Praia da Luz Hotels
The reception staff can arrange car rentals and excursions. With free parking, Faro Airport is 56 mi from the property. Praia da Luz Hotels
Praia da Luz Hotels
