Occidental Faro
Rooftop dining with panoramic views of Faro and Ria Formosa
About this stay
Perched in the heart of Faro, this contemporary hotel offers a convenient base for exploring the city and its natural surroundings. Mornings begin with a fresh breakfast buffet on the rooftop, where the views stretch across the historic old town, the bustling marina, and the serene Ria Formosa Natural Park. The hotel's design emphasizes natural light, with many rooms featuring balconies that invite the outside in. Evenings can be spent enjoying dinner at the BHeaven Faro restaurant, taking in the impressive scenery. Its central location means the train station and bus terminal are just a five-minute walk away, making arrivals and departures effortless.
- City-center location
- Rooftop restaurant
- Spa facilities
- Family-friendly
Our take
Occidental Faro is a modern four-star in the city centre, a short walk from the transport hubs, with spacious, bright rooms, some with balconies over the old town, the marina or the Ria Formosa Natural Park. The rooftop restaurant offers panoramic views, and spa facilities add some comfort. An 8.3 rating across 4,200 reviews reflects steady quality. Anyone set on a pool or beach resort should look along the coast, but for a central city base, I recommend it.
- Head to the rooftop early for breakfast to secure a prime spot with the best views.
- Take advantage of the hotel's central location to explore Faro's old town on foot.
- Consider the half-board option if you plan to dine at the hotel frequently, especially for the rooftop experience.
Why we love it
- Rooftop restaurant with panoramic city and park views
- Central location, steps from transport links
- Spacious, light-filled rooms, some with balconies
- Family-friendly amenities and a relaxing spa
Why guests love itOccidental Faro is in downtown Faro, a short walk from the transport hubs, which keeps arrivals simple for families. Rooms are spacious and light-filled, a help when sharing with children, and some have balconies looking over the old town, the marina or the Ria Formosa. The rooftop restaurant gives everyone a view over dinner. The hotel is family-friendly and has spa facilities. With an 8.3 rating across 4,200 reviews, I would book it for a central Faro stay.