Eurotel Altura — destination wedding venue in 8950-411 Altura, Portugal
Hotel

Eurotel Altura

8950-411 Altura, Portugal, Portugal20150 guests$$$
Type:Hotel
Capacity:20150 guests
Budget:$$$
Airport:Faro International Airport (FAO), 90 minutes

Eurotel Altura is a 4-star hotel resort established in the 1980s along Portugal's eastern Algarve coastline, originally developed as a leisure destination and subsequently renovated to meet contemporary hospitality standards. Positioned on Avenida 24 de Junho in the quiet village of Altura, the property offers direct beach access and Mediterranean views across 12 acres of grounds. The venue maintains a 4.3/5 Google rating and provides comprehensive event facilities for destination celebrations.

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Highlights

  • Direct beach frontage with Mediterranean Sea views and private access to Altura's coastline
  • 12-acre resort grounds with gardens, terraces, and outdoor ceremony spaces
  • On-site accommodation with multiple room categories for wedding guests
  • Established since the 1980s with modern renovations to meeting and dining facilities
  • Full-service event coordination and catering teams available for multi-day celebrations

Quick facts

Capacity20150 guests
Venue typeHotel
Price range$$$
LocationPortugal
Nearest airportFAO

Plan your wedding at Eurotel Altura

Getting there

Faro International Airport (FAO)

90 minutes to venue

Private car transfer

€60-120 per vehicle (hotel coordination available)

90 minutes · Hotel-arranged or rental car via EN125 coastal highway

Rental car

€35-65/day

90 minutes · Self-drive from Faro International Airport via EN125 to Altura

Taxi/rideshare

€90-130

90 minutes · Direct service from Faro airport to Eurotel Altura

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€500-1,500 (venue rental and setup)

Reception (per guest)

€55-85 (catering, service, standard beverage package)

Accommodation (per night)

€80-180 (guest rooms, varies by season and room type)

Estimated total

€8,000-18,000 (50-guest celebration, 2-night stay, ceremony and reception)

Estimates exclude florals, photography, music/DJ, and premium beverage upgrades. High season (June-August) carries 15-20% premiums. Multi-day packages and group rates available through direct negotiation.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday

4:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in; welcome reception on terrace
7:00 PMCasual dinner and orientation for out-of-town guests

Saturday

11:00 AMCeremony on garden grounds or beach terrace
1:00 PMCocktail reception and group photographs
3:00 PMSeated reception dinner and dancing

Sunday

10:00 AMFarewell brunch; guest departures

This is a sample itinerary. Your wedding weekend can be fully customized.

Frequently asked questions

What is the venue's guest capacity?
Eurotel Altura accommodates 20-150 guests across indoor and outdoor event spaces, with flexibility for ceremonies and receptions.
Does the venue provide guest accommodations?
Yes. The hotel has multiple room types on-site, allowing guests to stay throughout the celebration weekend.
Are outdoor ceremonies possible?
Yes. The resort offers garden and terrace locations with Mediterranean views suitable for ceremonies and cocktail receptions.
What catering options are available?
The venue provides in-house catering teams with Portuguese and international menus, customizable for wedding celebrations.
Is there transportation between the venue and nearby airports?
The hotel can arrange transfers. Faro International Airport is approximately 75km away (90-minute drive).

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