Portugal

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THE ALGARVE
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FARO
open onto the water. Three rooms are available for those with limited mobility. Eva’s best
features are its penthouse restaurant and rooftop pool, supported on 16 posts, with sun
terraces and a bar.
Av. da República, 8000-078 Faro. & 28/900-10-00. Fax 28/900-10-02. www.tdhotels.pt. 148 units.
102€–165€ double; 145€–225€ suite. Rates include buffet breakfast. AE, DC, MC, V. Limited free parking
available on street. Amenities: 2 restaurants; 3 bars; babysitting; exercise room; outdoor freshwater pool;
room service; spa. In room: A/C, TV, hair dryer, minibar, Wi-Fi (4€ per hour).
Hotel Residencial S. Algarve In a building that opened in 1999, this is
Faro’s best hotel deal. In 2006, it added a modern annex that greatly increased its room
count. The inn was created from an 1880s private dwelling that once belonged to a rich
seafarer. When the present owner took over the premises, the building had deteriorated to
the point that it had to be demolished. The reconstruction, however, honored the original
architectural style. Some of the original hand-painted tiles have been preserved in glass
cabinets in the foyer. Lying only a short walk from the historic core of Faro, the inn is most
inviting. All the midsize to spacious bedrooms are well furnished and comfortable, with
up-to-date amenities and bathrooms that rival those of many a first-class hotel.
Rua Infante Dom Henrique 62, 8000-363 Faro. & 28/989-57-00. Fax 28/989-57-03. www.residencial
algarve.com. 40 units. 45€–75€ double; 60€–90€ triple. Rates include buffet breakfast. AE, DC, MC, V.
Parking 5€. Amenities: Bar; babysitting. In room: A/C, TV, hair dryer, minibar, free Wi-Fi.
Hotel Santa Maria This government-rated three-star hotel in the center of Faro has
emerged the best in town after a total remodeling. The five-floor corner hotel is somewhat
of a conventional commercial traveler’s stopover, but could come in handy if you’re
in Faro waiting for a flight the following day. Bedrooms are adequately furnished and
well maintained and are spread over five floors, with views from the top. The staff is
efficient and will guide you through the intricacies of Faro.
Rua de Portugal 17, 8000-281 Faro. & 28/989-80-80. Fax 28/989-80-89. www.jcr-group.com. 60 units.
58€–120€ double; 94€–144€ suite. AE, MC, V. Parking 10€. Amenities: Breakfast room; bar; room service.
In room: A/C, TV, hair dryer.
WHERE TO DINE
Adega Nortenha PORTUGUESE It’s hardly a deluxe choice, but if you
gravitate to simple yet well-prepared regional food, this little restaurant does the job. It’s
also one of the best value spots in town, which is probably by locals swear by it. Fresh
tuna steak is a delicious choice, as is the roast lamb, which is herb-flavored and perfumed
with garlic. The service is friendly and efficient, and the restaurant is done up in typical
Algarvian style—there’s even a balcony that’s great for people-watching on the street
below.
Praça Ferreira de Almeida 25. & 28/982-27-09. www.adeganortenha.pt. Main courses 7.50€–13€. AE,
DC, MC, V. Daily noon–3pm and 7–10pm.
Dois Irmãos PORTUGUESE This popular bistro, founded in 1925, offers a nononsense
atmosphere and has many devotees. The menu is as modest as the establishment
and its prices, but you get a good choice of fresh grilled fish and shellfish dishes.
Ignore the paper napkins and concentrate on the fine kettle of fish before you. Clams in
savory sauce are a justifiable favorite, and sole is regularly featured—but, of course,
everything depends on the catch of the day. Service is slow but amiable.
Largo do Terreiro do Bispo 20. & 28/982-33-37. Reservations recommended. Main courses 10€–25€. AE,
DC, MC, V. Daily noon–4pm and 6–11pm.