Marriott Residences Salgados Resort, Algarve is a hotel destination wedding venue in Albufeira, Portugal, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Faro International Airport (Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport) (FAO), 45-60 minutes. Best months: May, June, July, August.
Marriott Residences Salgados Resort, Algarve
Built in the 1990s as a residential retreat on the Algarve coast, Marriott Residences Salgados Resort underwent extensive modernization to emerge as a premier destination wedding venue.
About Marriott Residences Salgados Resort, Algarve
Built in the 1990s as a residential retreat on the Algarve coast, Marriott Residences Salgados Resort underwent extensive modernization to emerge as a premier destination wedding venue.
Today, this 4.5-star property offers elegant beachfront accommodations and versatile event spaces across its sprawling 34-hectare estate.
The resort balances contemporary hospitality standards with the natural beauty of Herdade dos Salgados, providing couples with sophisticated backdrops for ceremonies and receptions.
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Fantastic stay at Marriott Residences Salgados Resort. Excellent food, spotless and spacious room, great service, and a lovely upgrade. Amazing value for an off-season price, we paid half what would have done in the summer.
Malyshev Volodymyr · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- FAO, 60 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Located on 34 hectares of landscaped grounds in Guia, Albufeira, with direct beach access
- 4.5 Google rating with documented guest satisfaction for events and hospitality
- Multiple event spaces accommodating 20-150 guests with flexible indoor and outdoor configurations
- Full-service hotel with 204 suite-style residences offering guest accommodations on property
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 4:00 PMGuest arrival; welcome reception at beachfront terrace
- 7:00 PMWelcome dinner in main restaurant or private dining room
- 11:00 AMWedding ceremony on beachfront or garden lawn
- 12:30 PMCocktail reception with canapés and champagne
- 2:00 PMSeated reception dinner
- 9:00 PMDancing and evening entertainment
- 10:00 AMFarewell brunch; guest checkout
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- FAO · about 1 h by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Faro International Airport (Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport).
- Typical total
- $25,000-65,000+Aisle estimate
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$25,000-65,000+ (100-guest wedding with 2-night stay and standard service)
- Ceremony fee
- $2,500-4,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- $95-180 a headAisle estimate
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$95-180 (tiered pricing for food, beverage, and service)
- Room rate
- $180-350 a nightAisle estimate
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$180-350 per suite (rates vary by season and room type)
- Weather window
- May – August
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 289 244 350
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Costs exclude premium beverages, additional entertainment, spa services, and décor. Early booking discounts may apply for groups committing 12+ months in advance.
Questions about the venue
What is the venue's history?+
Marriott Residences Salgados Resort was established in the 1990s as a residential vacation community. It has since been renovated and rebranded under the Marriott portfolio, maintaining its spacious grounds while upgrading amenities and event infrastructure to modern standards.
Can guests stay on-site?+
Yes. The property features 204 suite-style residences with full kitchens and living areas, allowing wedding guests to remain on-site throughout multi-day celebrations.
What outdoor spaces are available?+
The resort offers beachfront terraces, manicured gardens, and multiple lawn areas across its 34-hectare estate, suitable for ceremonies, cocktail receptions, and garden dinners.
Is catering included?+
Catering is arranged through the resort's culinary team. Menus are customized based on guest count, dietary preferences, and the couple's vision, with costs quoted separately from venue fees.
What is the nearest airport?+
Faro International Airport (FAO) is approximately 45 kilometers away, with transfers typically taking 45-60 minutes by road.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.