Vila Real Santo Antonio

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No effort was spared to make clear that this is the central square of this well designed town. Founded by King Joseph I (aka "The Reformer")' proclamation in 1773, after a tsunami and earthquake had destroyed a nearby village. 

Nice square, lots of opportunities for a royal dinner. 

http://www.cm-vrsa.pt/pt/menu/667/culture-heritage.aspx
Um sítio em que vale a pena esperar que o sol se ponha.
Forte de Cacela Velha, Algarve - Portugal

Cacela Velha Fortress.

Cacela Velha and the surrounding towns were a stopover for Greek and Phoenician navigators, and according to some authors it may have once been near the location of Conistorgis, the still-unrecovered capital of the Conii. Roman and Arab occupiers also played a significant role in the expansion of the region.[1]

Archeological excavations conducted from May 7 to July 4, 2007, determined the village was the Medina of Qast’alla Daraj (Ibn Darradj al-Qastalli), an Islamic town dating back to the 10th century, when much of the Iberian peninsula was controlled by the Moors and Berbers who arrived from North Africa. Archeologists determined the area was an agricultural center, and part of the excavation recovered seven corn pits that were used for storing cereals and grain. 

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Where to stay in Vila Real Santo Antonio

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ROBINSON QUINTA DA RIA - All Inclusive

ROBINSON QUINTA DA RIA - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Vila Nova De Cacela Vila Real Santo Antonio
Book a stay at this beach property in Vila Real Santo Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Quinta de Cima ...
9/10 Wonderful! (64 reviews)
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This was a place of calm and tranquility a setting for pure relaxation and happiness

Reviewed on May 11, 2025

ROBINSON QUINTA DA RIA - All Inclusive
The Prime Energize Hotel & Spa

The Prime Energize Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Rua de Ceuta, 4 Vila Real Santo Antonio Vila Real Santo Antonio
The price is CA $152 per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
CA $152
CA $164 total
Mar 5 - Mar 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Vila Real Santo Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Monte Gordo Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (187 reviews)
The room was very clean. The lighting was a bit dim in the room. The staff were all friendly and helpful, (apart from those in the spa.) The housekeeping staff in particular were great, very efficient and obliging. The bar was nice and I enjoyed the special cocktail of the month. The rooftop pool ...

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025

The Prime Energize Hotel & Spa
Hotel Navegadores

Hotel Navegadores

4 out of 5
Av. da Catalunha, s/n Vila Real Santo Antonio
The price is CA $80 per night from Feb 21 to Feb 22
CA $80
CA $88 total
Feb 21 - Feb 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Vila Real Santo Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (451 reviews)
Room great,Staff lovely

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

Hotel Navegadores
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Praia da Lota Resort – Hotel & Apartments

Praia da Lota Resort – Hotel & Apartments

3 out of 5
Praia da Lota - Manta Rota Vila Real Santo Antonio
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Vila Real Santo Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Praia da Lota and Manta ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (70 reviews)
The resort is in a very quiet area. They could have a small shop for essentials. There was a pool bar but unfortunately it was closed. The cleaners were hit and miss not their fault, but meant we had no cleaning and the bin not emptied. There was no facility to empty the bin ourselves. The rooms ...

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2025

Praia da Lota Resort – Hotel & Apartments
New 3-bedroom apartment 50 meters from the beach

New 3-bedroom apartment 50 meters from the beach

Vila Real de Santo António Faro District
Stay at this apartment in Vila Real Santo Antonio. Enjoy private pools, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Praia da Lota and Manta Rota Beach ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (53 reviews)
Um ótimo apartamento, muito bem localizado, limpo e bem equipado. Recomendo.

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2025

New 3-bedroom apartment 50 meters from the beach
Stunning 6 bed villa with heatable pool, 650m to beach. licence no. 11362/AL

Stunning 6 bed villa with heatable pool, 650m to beach. licence no. 11362/AL

Manta Rota algarve
Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Vila Real Santo Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Manta Rota Beach and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (95 reviews)
Our thanks to our hosts for a wonderful family holiday. The pool was a delight to adults and children alike with the villa providing sufficient amenities to meet all our expectations. Follow up messages from our hosts all added to a wonderful trip

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025

Stunning 6 bed villa with heatable pool, 650m to beach. licence no. 11362/AL
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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