19 Hotels and Resorts in Portugal

Portugal is known for its amazing buildings covered in tiles, its beautiful beaches in the south and for its delicious food, among many other attractions you will have to discover.

Portugal uses the Euro (€) as it is part of the EU. We recommend exchanging some money before travelling, although credit cards are widely accepted in most restaurants, hotels in Portugal and establishments

Portugal has a Mediterranean climate, influenced by the Atlantic Ocean. This means that it is usually warm throughout the year with mild winters, with temperatures between 5ºC and 15ºC, and rain especially in the northern part of the country. Summers are hot with temperatures up to 30ºC in most parts of the country.

When visiting Portugal, most travellers usually arrive at Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) in Lisbon or Francisco Sá Carneiro (OPO) in Porto, the two most important cities in Portugal from where you can easily move to many of the nearby cities. Additionally, if you are interested in traveling directly to the Algarve region, the best option is to fly into Faro International Airport (FAO).

If you are looking for a beach destination, don’t forget to fly into Faro International Airport (FAO) in the Algarve region, located in the southern part of the country.

If you are thinking where to stay in Portugal, there are a wide range of cities with unique things worth seeing in each one.

Lisbon, the nation’s capital is full of fascinating activities and things to explore while walking down the main streets. If possible, rent a car and visit nearby towns such as Sintra or Cascais.

In the north, along the Douro River, you will find the magical city of Porto, considered by many to be the most beautiful city in Portugal. Drink its well-known wine and enjoy the breathtaking view from the famous Don Luis I Bridge.

For those seeking incredible beaches, excellent weather and the tastiest seafood, head to the Algarve in the south. You will be able to take advantage of all that, as well as the charming little towns as Portimão.

Portugal offers a lot of attractions in multiple cities spread along the map.

In Lisbon you can visit iconic landmarks like São Jorge Castle or the Santa Justa Lift located beside Avenida da Liberdade, one of the city’s most important streets.

From Lisbon, you can take a trip to Sintra and explore the colourful palaces and castles and their gardens.

In Porto, the Douro River offers plenty of opportunities such as a boat tour or visiting one of the most important museums in Portugal, the Serralves Foundation.

If you’re looking to just simply relax at a beach, head south to the Algarve region and discover its stunning cliffs and beautiful beaches.

The national dish is Bacalhau à Brás, a shredded and salted cod mixed with onions and other ingredients. You can find this dish throughout the country but, you must go to Lisbon if you want to try the best.

When visiting the north, especially Porto, don’t miss the Francesinha, a sandwich made with various types of meat covered with cheese and a special sauce.

Portugal has numerous celebrations, most of which are related to the country’s culture, customs and religion.

Lisbon celebrates on the 13th of June the Festa de Santo Antonio in honour of the city’s patron. The city hosts several parades, music concerts and performances throughout the city.

In the north, Festas de São João is celebrated in cities like Porto and Braga. The people light up the city and playfully “hit” each other with plastic hammers and end the evening with an impressive fireworks show over the Douro River.

Other festivities include São João in Porto, a traditional festival with lights and music in June, and the Carnival of Loulé in the Algarve area.

At Minor Hotels we have the best hotels in Portugal’s key cities with the top amenities in each room.

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