The Algarve
In the centre of town, this Lego-like block has clean, modern rooms with all the mod cons. It accepts cash only; there's an ATM out the front.
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Sesimbra
Camp under the pines at this hilltop municipal site, 1km west of town. It has outrageous sea views, a restaurant and a kids' playground.
Alto Alentejo
One of two budget options in town, this offers two spotless double rooms with cork floors and a shared bathroom.
Faro
This two-storey guesthouse has 19 basic but clean and light rooms in white and aqua, some with terraces.
The Douro
Tightly packed and well shaded, this campsite is 3km south of town, right next to Praia da Árvore.
Portugal
Orbitur runs a number of campgrounds across the country, many with excellent facilities.
Vila Nova De Milfontes
Shady and only 800m from the beach. There’s a games room and restaurants on-site.
Sesimbra
Situated 5km north of Sesimbra off N378, this leafy, expanding campground has facilities for families including a swimming pool, playground and minigolf,…
The Minho
Septuagenarian owner Helena rents out six clean, serviceable and mostly bright rooms at this welcoming guesthouse a block from Ponte de Lima's famous…
Tavira
For those who prefer a bit more privacy than hostels provide, this is one of the few true budget options in town, although at this price, don't expect mod…
Estremadura & Ribatejo
On a cobbled street in the historic centre, this dignified place has a great location and 23 small but decent rooms with double-glazing to keep out street…
Alto Alentejo
The facade is showing its age, and the rooms could use an update, but on other fronts, the Sol e Serra is not a bad option. Most rooms have a clean and…
The Minho
Built of concrete, wood and glass, this contemporary youth hostel is a 10-minute walk south from the centre of town along the river. Facilities are…
Bairro Alto, Chiado & Cais do Sodré
This homey, no-frills guest house exudes tattered charm. Its eight small rooms are decked out in chintzy pastels, rag rugs and old-style furnishings; the…
Setúbal Peninsula
Orbitur’s campground, 1km north of Costa da Caparica town, sits 200m from the beach and has a cafe, tennis court and playground. Its trailer-reminiscent…
The Minho
In the new town, just below the fort, the ageing bones of this business hotel cloak some spacious rooms, with Japanese wallpaper and tremendous views from…
Alto Alentejo
The best of the budget places in the town centre has 14 small but clean rooms. Single rooms are less appealing and some rooms have small windows. Prices…
Trás-os-Montes
In Ermelo, Dona Benedita rents out three rooms, one of which has an en suite bathroom.
