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Da Baleeira Hotel

With its stunning panorama across the Sagres Bay, this hotel is ideal for those seeking ‘a room with a view’. The location is ideal for beach access as well as being close to the shops and restaurants of the town centre.

For those that enjoy the great outdoors, this is a fantastic base from which to explore the western Algarve. If you like to discover the history and culture of your destination away from throngs of tourists, this is the perfect location. Families with young children will have plenty of space in which to relax and there are lots of interesting activities to appeal to kids of all ages. This is a modern and attractive hotel in one of the most beautiful parts of the Algarve.

Location

The charming town of Sagres lies at the most westerly edge of the Algarve close to the city of Lagos. The hotel is ideally located for stunning, panoramic views across the Bay of Sagres and this dramatic location will make you feel a million miles from the stresses and strains of everyday life as soon as you check in. The Algarve is Portugal’s most popular tourist destination and the combination of year-round good weather, soft, sandy beaches and crystal clear waters attracts thousands each year. Sagres is around 100 kilometres west of Faro.

Lying across the bay from Cape St. Vincent, the most south westerly point of mainland Europe, Sagres is one of the most scenic areas of the Algarve. The hotel is only a 5 minute walk from Martinhal beach, one of the best in the area for surfers and sun seekers alike and there are plenty of shops, bars and restaurants just a short walk from your room.

Facilities

This modern hotel complex benefits from a saltwater pool where guests can enjoy a refreshing dip or relax on a sun lounger.

There are tennis courts for those that like to keep active and a games room to keep all members of the family amused. The hotel benefits from direct access to the beach so guests can pop down for a dip in the ocean whenever it suits them. The restaurant is ideally situated for diners to enjoy the spectacular views and there is a cosy bar where guests can enjoy a sundowner or post-dinner drink.

All of the hotel’s 113 guest rooms come with private bathroom and a telephone for those that like to keep in touch with family back home. There is a balcony attached to each room with a stunning sea view that you will never tire of looking at. Satellite TV is available in all rooms so you can follow the news or keep yourself entertained whenever you feel like some quiet time in your room. As you would expect from a modern hotel complex, the rooms are equipped with individually-controlled air conditioning for your comfort.

Things to do nearby

Sagres is a beautiful Algarve town that enjoys an amazing location by Cape St. Vincent. The area is ideal for surfing, with keen boarders able to take advantage of the breaks on either side of the cape. The town of Sagres is a delightful place to explore and a walking tour is a great way to familiarise yourself with the area. You can either grab a map from the tourist information office and explore on your own or take an organised tour with a local guide. Some highlights of the town include the fortress and the Praça da República, a square lined with cafes and shops. Just next to the hotel is the harbour at Porto da Baleeira, which still operates as a centre for fishing. This is a great spot to relax with a drink and watch the boats come in.

Surfing is not the only water sport on offer, in fact Sagres is a great spot for diving. Qualified divers can explore the fascinating underwater world around the cape and beginners can also try an introductory dive. Boat trips are a popular excursion for all the family and it is often possible to spot dolphins playing in the surf not far off shore. Of course many holidaymakers visit the Algarve for the golfing and Sagres will not disappoint on that score. The nearest course is Parque da Floresta, a delightful green.

What have previous guests said?

Almost all guests of Da Baleeira are struck by the stunning sea views that the hotel commands and the careful design that ensures all guests can enjoy it from their own room. Guests have found there to be a comfortable and relaxing ambience throughout the hotel with friendly staff willing to assist with a range of queries.

The hotel has proven popular with families looking for a quiet and safe Algarve break where the children will not be bored although couples also favour the place for its romantic location “at the edge of the world”. If you want to explore some of the most spectacular scenery in the Algarve and discover some of the culture of the area while still finding time to relax in the sun, this might just be the ideal spot for you.