Occidental Faro Hotel

The 4-star Occidental Faro Hotel is located on the marina front between the very interesting and much under-rated old walled town and the new shopping area, which is a 10 minute walk away. Restaurants, cafes and nightlife are all around. Guest rooms are styled with a contemporary flair, prioritising natural light and modern comfort to create an inviting, airy sanctuary. The experience reaches its peak at the hotel’s rooftop bar, where guests can take in breathtaking panoramic vistas that sweep from the historic spires of the "Cidade Velha" to the swaying masts of the marina and the serene salt marshes of the Ria Formosa.

The Faro city sightseeing tourist train passes in front of the hotel, perfectly capturing the city's lively atmosphere. The tour’s official start and end point is just a one-minute stroll away, allowing you to hop aboard and discover Faro’s historic charm at your own pace. The Faro Marina serves as a gateway for nautical adventure, offering everything from scenic tours of the Ria Formosa Natural Park to the excitement of reef fishing and glass-bottom boat excursions. It is also the departure point for ferries to the island of Deserta and the charming Ilha do Faro.

Whether you are arriving for a quick city break or settling in for an extended coastal tour, the hotel combines warm Portuguese hospitality with a streamlined, modern efficiency.

Accommodation

• 90 air-conditioned rooms including Standard, Superior, Superior with terrace, Premium, Triple, Deluxe, Deluxe Plus, Deluxe Premium and a Suite.

Amenities/Leisure

• Buffet breakfast
• Rooftop Ria Formosa restaurant, offering a dining experience that blends avant-garde culinary techniques with the rich traditions of local Portuguese cuisine
• Rooftop Cosmopolitan Bar serving snacks and cocktails with live music
• Lounge area
• Complimentary WiFi available throughout the hotel
• Lift
• Heated hydrotherapeutic swimming pool with sun bathing area located on the rooftop
• Wellness area (Turkish bath, sauna and chromotherapy shower - payable locally) and gym (free access)
• Complimentary transfer service to the Sal'Mare Beach Club on Faro beach (9km) between June and September, where guests can enjoy exclusive discounts - must be pre-booked via hotel reception
• Covered parking (limited spaces) payable locally - approximately 16 euros per day
• The hotel is 3km from Ria Formosa Natural Park; 500 metres from Sé Faro Cathedral; 7km from the beach; 150 metres from the bus station and 200 metres from the train station
• Excursions can be arranged locally at the hotel

Note: Due to the hotel’s close proximity to the airport (6km), some aircraft noise is to be expected at rooftop facilities

Standard Room

(20sqm) with double or twin beds, bathroom (bath and/or shower and hairdryer), telephone, LCD TV, complimentary WiFi, minibar, safe deposit box, open wardrobe and double glazed window with city view. The Standard Rooms sleep a maximum of 2. Four rooms have a walk-in shower

Superior Room

(24sqm) with double or twin beds, bathroom (bath with shower and hairdryer), telephone, LCD TV, complimentary WiFi, minibar, safe deposit box, desk, open wardrobe and double glazed window with city view. The Superior Rooms can accommodate an extra bed for a child (age 2-11 years)

Superior Room with terrace

Terrace (24sqm) with double or twin beds, bathroom (rain shower and hairdryer), telephone, LCD TV, complimentary WiFi, minibar, safe deposit box, desk, open or closed wardrobe, tea and coffee making facilities and terrace with artificial grass, table, 2 chairs and city view. The Superior Rooms with terrace can accommodate an extra bed for a child (age 2-11 years).