The Algarve is one of the easiest family holidays from the UK: under three hours away, with golden beaches, rock pools and sea caves to explore, and hotels with aquaparks, kids’ clubs and spacious apartments.
These nine family hotels are the ones our guests rate most highly.
You’ll find on this page
- Quick verdicts and a comparison table of every hotel
- Nine family hotels with photos and ratings
- Where to stay with children
- Answers to the questions we’re asked most
- Live prices with flights and transfers in the search box at the end of the page
At a glance: compare the hotels
| Hotel | Where | Stars | Board | TripAdvisor | Adults only |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3HB Clube Humbria | Olhos D’Agua (Albufeira), Algarve | 4★ | All Inclusive | 4.6/5 | No |
| Wyndham Grand Algarve | Quinta Do Lago, Algarve | 5★ | Bed and Breakfast, Half Board | 4.5/5 | No |
| Vitors Village | Ferragudo, Algarve | 4★ | Bed and Breakfast, Half Board | 4.4/5 | No |
| Jupiter Albufeira Hotel | Albufeira, Algarve | 4★ | All Inclusive | 4.4/5 | No |
| Aquashow Park Hotel | Quarteira, Algarve | 4★ | Bed and Breakfast, Half Board | 4.3/5 | No |
| Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort & Hotel Spa | Albufeira, Algarve | 4★ | Bed and Breakfast, Full Board, Half Board | 4.3/5 | No |
| Vitors Plaza | Praia do Vau, Algarve | 4★ | Bed and Breakfast, Half Board, Self Catering | 4.2/5 | No |
| Jardim Do Vau | Praia do Vau, Algarve | 4★ | Bed and Breakfast, Half Board, Self Catering | 4.2/5 | No |
| Tivoli Alvor Algarve Resort | Alvor, Algarve | 4★ | All Inclusive | 4.2/5 | No |
Star ratings are official; TripAdvisor scores were correct when we last checked and can change. Board options vary by room and date.
Quick verdicts
Our top picks
1. 3HB Clube Humbria
- Olhos D’Agua (Albufeira), Algarve
- 4-star
- All Inclusive
- TripAdvisor 4.6/5
3HB Clube Humbria in Olhos de Água has a children’s aquapark with slides, spacious modern apartments, a fantastic entertainment programme and a great all-inclusive programme.
Best for: All-inclusive fun
2. Wyndham Grand Algarve
- Quinta Do Lago, Algarve
- 5-star
- Half Board
- TripAdvisor 4.5/5
Five-star Wyndham Grand Algarve in Quinta do Lago is family-friendly, with a superb spa and wonderful service.
Best for: Luxury families
3. Vitors Village
- Ferragudo, Algarve
- 4-star
- Half Board
- TripAdvisor 4.4/5
Vitors Village in Ferragudo is great for families, with a village-style setting, a large outdoor pool, friendly staff and a free shuttle bus to the beach.
Best for: Village feel
4. Jupiter Albufeira Hotel
- Albufeira, Algarve
- 4-star
- All Inclusive
- TripAdvisor 4.4/5
Jupiter Albufeira Hotel has an on-site waterpark, excellent family entertainment, modern and spacious rooms and a great all-inclusive programme.
Best for: Waterpark
5. Aquashow Park Hotel
- Quarteira, Algarve
- 4-star
- Half Board
- TripAdvisor 4.3/5
Aquashow Park Hotel in Quarteira includes entry to the Aquashow waterpark, with interconnecting family rooms and a children’s indoor play area.
Best for: Waterpark fans
6. Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort & Hotel Spa
- Albufeira, Algarve
- 4-star
- Full Board
- TripAdvisor 4.3/5
Grande Real Santa Eulália Resort in Albufeira has elegant décor, an excellent children’s club and a luxurious thalasso spa, close to the beach.
Best for: Kids’ club and spa
7. Vitors Plaza
- Praia do Vau, Algarve
- 4-star
- Half Board
- TripAdvisor 4.2/5
Vitors Plaza in Praia do Vau is great for families, with well-equipped apartments and a wide range of sports and activities.
Best for: Apartments
8. Jardim Do Vau
- Praia do Vau, Algarve
- 4-star
- Half Board
- TripAdvisor 4.2/5
Jardim do Vau has spacious, well-equipped apartments close to the beach, and it is great for families.
Best for: Self-catering
9. Tivoli Alvor Algarve Resort
- Alvor, Algarve
- 4-star
- All Inclusive
- TripAdvisor 4.2/5
Tivoli Alvor Algarve Resort is great for families and couples, with six swimming pools, modern rooms and a fantastic all-inclusive package.
Best for: Pools galore
Where to stay with children
Albufeira and Olhos de Água: lots of family hotels, beaches and entertainment. Quarteira and Vilamoura: a long promenade, a marina and the Aquashow waterpark. Praia do Vau, Alvor and Ferragudo (west): wide sandy beaches and a quieter pace near Portimão. Quinta do Lago: luxury and the calm lagoon of the Ria Formosa, perfect for little paddlers.
How we chose these hotels
We sell 106 hotels in the Algarve. To build this list we started with the family-friendly hotels, excluding any already featured in our Algarve luxury guide, then read what our guests say: every hotel here is well rated on TripAdvisor. We spread our picks across different areas where we can, and we only include hotels you can book with us today as an ATOL-protected package with flights and transfers. Prices change daily, so use the search box at the end of this page for live availability, or ask a Travel Designer for a tailored shortlist.
When to go and getting there
June to September is beach season, with July and August hot and busy. Late May, June and September are ideal for younger children. The Atlantic is cooler than the Mediterranean, so a heated pool is a bonus outside high summer. Flights to Faro take around two and three-quarter hours, and most resorts are 20 to 50 minutes from the airport.
Family days out
Take a boat trip to the Benagil sea caves, spot dolphins off the coast, visit Zoomarine or one of the big waterparks, explore rock pools at low tide, and paddle in the calm lagoon at Quinta do Lago. Older children love kayaking around the cliffs at Ponta da Piedade near Lagos.
Frequently asked questions
Where is best in the Algarve for families?
Albufeira for choice and entertainment, the western beaches near Portimão for space, and Quinta do Lago for luxury.
Which Algarve hotels have waterparks?
Jupiter Albufeira and 3HB Clube Humbria have their own; Aquashow Park Hotel includes waterpark entry.
Is the sea warm in the Algarve?
It is the Atlantic, so cooler than the Med, typically around 20 to 22 °C in summer.
How long is the flight to Faro?
About two and three-quarter hours from the UK.
Find your Algarve family holiday
Search live prices with flights and transfers, all ATOL protected, or ask a Travel Designer to compare these hotels.
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Updated October 2026. Hotels can be booked as ATOL-protected packages with flights and transfers through Travelisto.
