Curated family friendly hotels in Portugal

The all-inclusive Estival Islantilla is located directly in front of Islantilla Beach, on the Costa de la Luz. It offers 3 outdoor pools, as well as air-conditioned studios and suites with private balconies.

Some of the accommodation at Estival Islantilla has sea views. All rooms have a safe, minibar and satellite TV. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

The property offers a buffet restaurant, a mexican restaurant and 2 bars including the pool bar. Guests can benefit from a varied entertainment programme and a family club.

Guests can relax in the pretty gardens, while the sun terrace around the pool has loungers. Estival Islantilla has an indoor pool and a fitness centre. The property offers access to Islantilla Beach.

Staff at the 24-hour reception can arrange car or bicycle rental and organise excursions. An airport shuttle service is available on request.

When you a stay at ROBINSON QUINTA DA RIA - All Inclusive in Vila Real Santo Antonio, you'll be next to a golf course, just steps from Ria Formosa Natural Park and Quinta de Cima Golf Course. This all-inclusive property is 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from Cabanas Beach and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Quinta da Ria Golf Course.

A stay at Browns Sports Resort places you in the heart of Loulé – a 7-minute drive from Vilamoura Marina and 11 minutes from Vilamoura Beach. This family-friendly aparthotel is 8.1 mi (13 km) from Falesia Beach and 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Oura Beach.

Located in Vila Nova de Cerveira, Hotel Minho is in the business district, within a 10-minute drive of Biennial Art Foundation of Cerveira and Vila Nova de Cerveira Church. This family-friendly hotel is 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from Fluvial da Lenta Beach and 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Vila Nova de Cerveira Castle.

With a stay at Pure Monchique Hotel – Villa Termal Spa Resort by Unlock Hotels in Monchique, you'll be in a regional park, just steps from Monchique Thermal Springs and a 5-minute drive from Mina Park. This spa hotel is 12.3 mi (19.8 km) from Algarve International Autodrome Raceway and 13.8 mi (22.3 km) from Rocha Beach.

With a stay at Alentejo Star Hotel - São Domingos in Mertola, you'll be 10.7 mi (17.3 km) from Church of the Assumption of Mary and 10.8 mi (17.3 km) from Castle of Mertola. This hotel is 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Menagem Tower and 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from Museum of Mertola.

Located in Lagoa, Rocha Brava Village Resort is by the ocean – a 3-minute drive from Benagil Beach and 8 minutes from Carvoeiro Beach. This golf hotel is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Marinha Beach and 5.4 mi (8.8 km) from Slide and Splash Water Park.

Offering direct access to Matalascañas Beach, this hotel has tennis courts, a gym and pools with views of the sea and Doñana National Park. Rooms include a terrace with Doñana views and sea views as well.

Gran Hotel del Coto is situated within Doñana, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. These beautiful wetlands are full of rare birds and animals. The hotel can arrange guided visits to the park.

The hotel’s La Rocina restaurant serves typical Andalusian cuisine, made with fresh local products. A varied buffet breakfast is available each morning.

The bright, air-conditioned rooms are decorated in soft, neutral tones. All rooms come with a flat-screen TV and a fridge. Bathrooms include amenities and a hairdryer.

Private parking is available at Gran Hotel del Coto. Seville is around 90 km away, while Jerez Airport is within 180 km.

With a stay at Meliá Isla Canela in Ayamonte, you'll be 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from Isla Canela Golf Course and 15.1 mi (24.3 km) from Central Beach. This beach hotel is 15.7 mi (25.3 km) from Monte Gordo Beach and 15.8 mi (25.5 km) from Casino Monte Gordo.

Featuring a new and improved WiFi connection, Hotel Santo Andre is located beachfront in the tranquil Santo André Beach. It offers direct access to the beach and an outdoor pool. The unit is inserted in the northern Portugal stretch of the Pilgrimage Route of Santiago.

Featuring panoramic views of sea or the mountains, each room comes with a satellite TV, heating and telephone. The private bathroom has a bath or a shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries.

The à la carte restaurant on site offers unique views of the Atlantic Ocean and guests can taste a varied menu which includes traditional Portuguese cuisine. Every morning a reinvigorating breakfast is served.

Hotel Santo Andre provides a 24-hour front desk, free parking on site, a bar and a children’s playground by the pool. Free WiFi is available in public areas. Póvoa do Varzim is easily reached through the new walkway located in front of the Estalagem.

Guests can enjoy the great beaches along the coast and at night visit the famous Casino. Cultural and historical attractions like Porto, Braga, Viana do Castelo and Guimarães are within a 40-minute drive. Porto International Airport is 30 km away.

With a stay at Vila Gale Alentejo Vineyards Hotel - Clube de Campo in Beja, you'll be on a lake and 15.5 mi (24.9 km) from Villa Romana de Pissoes and 15.6 mi (25.1 km) from Rainha Dona Leonor Regional Museum. This family-friendly hotel is 17.1 mi (27.5 km) from Praca da Republica and 17.1 mi (27.6 km) from Beja Castle.

When you stay at RR Alvor Baía Resort in Portimão, you'll be near the beach – a 3-minute drive from Alvor Beach and 8 minutes from Rocha Beach. This family-friendly hotel is 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from Marina de Lagos and 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from Algarve International Autodrome Raceway.

A stay at Vila Gale Marina Resort Hotel places you in the heart of Loulé, within a 15-minute walk of Vilamoura Beach and Vilamoura Marina. This family-friendly hotel is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Falesia Beach and 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from The Strip.

Located in Braganca, Hotel Estalagem Turismo is within a 5-minute drive of Sé and Museu do Abade de Bacal. This family-friendly hotel is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Museu Ibérico da Máscara e do Traje and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Centro de Arte Contemporânea Graça Morais.

Within sight of the marina, Marina Club Lagos Resort is just a short walk from Lagos’ historic centre and provides guests with luxurious accommodation close to Meia Praia Beach.

Marina Club Lagos Resort features modern apartments and studios with a private balcony. Each guest unit is decorated in soft tones and features modern furnishings.

In the mornings, guests can have breakfast at the restaurant of Marina Lagos before strolling to the marina for some shopping.

Guests can spend the day soaking up the sun on a lounger by the outdoor pool. The use of various spa facilities is possible at an additional charge.

For trips, the staff is available to arrange a rental car or bikes. Free parking is available in the underground garage.

A stay at Hotel Apartamento Martín Alonso Pinzón places you in the heart of Palos de la Frontera, within a 15-minute walk of Playa de las Dunas and Playa de Ciparsa. This aparthotel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Playa del Vigía and 4.3 mi (7 km) from Pino Centenario.

When you stay at Interpass VAU Hotel & Apartaments in Portimão, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Rocha Beach and Alvor Beach. This family-friendly hotel is 14.3 mi (23 km) from Marina de Lagos and 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Carvoeiro Beach.

With a stay at Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort in Rota, you'll be on the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Naval Station Rota and Costa Ballena Ocean Golf Club. This family-friendly hotel is 16.9 mi (27.2 km) from Valdelagrana Beach and 28.9 mi (46.5 km) from La Caleta Beach.

With a stay at Hotel Canelas in Sanxenxo, you'll be near the beach, just a 4-minute walk from Canelas Beach and 6 minutes by foot from Canelinas Beach. This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Baltar Beach and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Praia de Paxariñas.

Located amongst extensive landscaped gardens in central Algarve, 6 km from Armacao de Pera, Amendoeira Golf Resort has 2 championship golf courses. It features elegant self-catering apartments, a sports club, and 2 swimming pools.

All the spacious and modern apartments at Amendoeira’s feature balconies overlooking the gardens. Their living rooms come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

Fully equipped kitchens are standard at the resort. A rich breakfast available every morning in the Garden Deck restaurant. Guests can also enjoy the Clubhouse restaurant's menu with a choice of national Portuguese and international cuisine.

The Amendoeira Academy Par 3 and the Amendoeira Golf Academy & Fitting Suite are available to improve the practice of this sport. The Amendoeira Sports Club includes facilities such as a fitness centre, 2 five-a-side football fields, 6 tennis courts, and a children's playground.

The Amendoeira Golf Resort is located 12 km from the historic town of Silves. Faro Airport is only 35 minutes’ drive away by car.