If you’re interested in a holiday bathed in sun, hotels in Praia da Rocha are for you. The beach of Praia da Rocha is backed by rocky cliffs, and there are plenty of bars and restaurants for when you need refreshments. Heading west, it turns in Praia dos Três Castelos – where the dazzling sea is perfect for bathing. Further along, Praia do Vau is a quieter and more sheltered area.When the kids have had their fill of the beach, there’s lots more to do. Hotels in Praia da Rocha are close to all sorts of fun. Slide & Splash Waterpark is a 20-minute drive away, while Aqualand Algarve is about 30 minutes by car. Twelves minutes away from Aqualand, there’s Zoomarine Algarve, or Aquashow Park is a 45-minute drive away.There are loads of nearby outdoor activities you can take advantage of from your hotel in Praia da Rocha. Algarve coastline boat tours abound, and Wildwatch Algarve departs from Ferragudo – a 20-minute drive away. These trips take you whale and dolphin watching. You can also go kayaking, take a motorbike and sidecar tour, or hire a scooter.The Algarve is known for its nightlife, and hotels in Praia da Rocha put you in the centre of the action. Couples should try the Manhattan Café – a family-run cocktail bar, or Squash Bar for laidback vibes and a pool table. On the Rocks Bar has live music and club nights, while Hotel Algarve Casino is where to go for a bit of refinement.
