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Portimao Holidays

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Destination Airport (FAO)

Soak up some sun in the Algarve this Summer - Fantastic hotel close to the beach overlooking the marina of Portimao - new for this seaon, the opening of Nikki Beach Portimao

Prices from �399

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Description

Location: Portimao

Portimao is a unique resort famous for its sardines. What started life as s simple fishing village is now perhaps one of the most bustling ports on the Algarve. It has a great selection of shops, a fantastic beach and a quayside lined with cafes and restaurants serving the catch of the day.

Your holiday price includes: Flights, local transfers and 7 or 14 nights accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis.

Accommodation description

This fantastic new hotel is in an ideal location next to the Portimao Marina and right in front of the Rocha Beach. Portimao has a great selection of bars, restaurants and shops. It also boasts some great markets.

It would be a great choice for those looking for a relaxing holiday with a good varied selection of nightlife.

The world renowned Nikki Beach has opened at the Portimao Marina featuring Nikki Beach Club and Pool and a fantastic Nikki Beach restaurant/lounge club. Please note; Entrance to the Nikki Beach and use of its facilities is not included in the holiday cost

Free upgrade: If you are booking to travel on any date during 2008 we will give you a free upgrade from a standard twin room to a junior suite benefitting from a much larger room with lounging area. These rooms are large enough to comfortably sleep up to 2 adults and 1 child

Hotel facilities

2 outdoor swimming pools
Beach in front of hotel
Restaurant
Poolside bar
Esplanada terrace bar – fantastic views
Children's playground
Gym

Room facilities

Ensuite bathroom with WC
Balcony/terrace
Air conditioning
Satellite TV
Safe
Kitchenette

Single supplement: No single travellers

Infants: £35

Please note

Bookings made by credit card will incur a 1.5% charge. There is no charge for using debit cards.
Child prices are only applicable when sharing with 2 full fare paying adults.

Ticketing information: This offer has guaranteed availability. A written confirmation invoice showing full details will be sent to you the next working day after making your booking. Flight tickets will be sent to you 14 days before departure. If you are booking for a departure date within the next 7 days, the tour operator will contact you

Portimao Information

Portimao Highlights...

May temperature
December temperature
Good for Couples
Places to Explore
Good for families
Dining Out
February temperature
Golf course
Riding
September temperature
Casino
Local Character
All Beaches
Good Shopping
Bistros & Cafés
March temperature
Local History
Modern Resort
Marina / Harbour
Local Markets
Cheap to Eat Out
Scuba Diving
July temperature
August temperature
Enjoyable Walks
Sandy beach
Plenty to do
April temperature
October temperature
November temperature
Flight in 2.5hrs
Theme / Aqua Park
June temperature
January temperature

Nearest Airport : Faro (FAO)

Algarve Tourist Office

Address: Av. 5 de Outubro, 18 8001-902 Faro, Algarve, Portugal

Email: rtalgarve@rtalgarve.pt

Phone: +351 2 89 80 04 00

Destination Airport

Faro Airport

Airport Information

Country

Portugal

Address

Faro Airport, 8001-701 Faro, Portugal

Country Code

351

Telephone

(0)289 800 800

Fax

(0)289 818 802

E-mail

faro.airport@ana-aeroportos.pt or contactar@ana-aeroportos.pt

Website

www.ana-aeroportos.pt

Location

The airport is located 4km (2.5 miles) from Faro

Time Zone

GMT (GMT + 1 from the last Sunday in March to the last Sunday in October)

Number of Terminals

Driving Directions

Departures and Arrivals are clearly signposted from the airport junction of the EN125.

Car Parking

Car park P1 is short-term parking located in the Departures area and P3 in the Arrivals area. Car park P2 is long-term parking and is located behind car parks P1 and P3. Hire cars are located in a separate car park.

Car Hire

Auto Jardim, Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Nationa/Alamo, Rentauto and Sixt are all represented, with counters located in the Arrivals area.

Public Transport

Road: Taxi: Taxis can be caught from outside the terminal building, near the Arrivals concourse. Bus: Buses can also be caught outside the terminal building. Several town buses operate between the airport and various locations in central Faro (passengers should check the timetable posted near the information desk at the meeting point). AEROBUS provides a shuttle service between the airport and the city centre between June and October. Passengers should check with the airport beforehand to make sure the AEROBUS is operating.

Information and Help Desks

There is an information service desk at the meeting point in the terminal building. Passengers can contact the information service (tel: (0)289 800 617) for details of flights, disabled facilities, opening hours and public transport timetables. Cultural and tourist information is also available on arrival from the ICEP desk.

Airport Facilities

Money and communications: There are banks in both the Arrivals and Departures concourses, with ATMs located nearby. A bureau de change and post office are located in the Arrivals concourse. Eating and drinking: There are several restaurants and food outlets at the airport. Shopping: There are duty-free and tax-paid shops at the airport, offering a wide variety of goods. Luggage: There is a lost property facility near the meeting point (tel: (0)289 800 688). Other facilities: There are travel agencies.

Conference and Business Facilities

A conference room is, exceptionally, available for hire in the terminal building; facilities for up to 65 delegates include TV and video. For further information on business facilities, contact the airport manager (fax: (0)289 818 802) stating your requirements. Passengers wishing to use the CIP Lounge (tel: (0)289 800 787) should enquire at the information desk.

Disabled Facilities

Passengers requiring wheelchairs or assistance should inform their airline at the time of booking. Lifts and disabled toilets are located throughout the airport. Disabled passengers can park in reserved spaces in the car park opposite the terminal building.

Airport Hotels

There are no hotels on-site, although the Ibis Faro (tel: (0)289 806 771) is only 2km (1 mile) from the airport. Other hotels in the area include the Lti Alfamar Beach & Sport Resort, Hotel Faro and Hotel Monaco. Information about hotels in the vicinity of the airport is available from the information service (tel: (0)289 800 617).