Hotel

Pestana Alvor Praia

8500-088 Portimão, Portugal, Portugal20–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (Faro) (FAO), 45–60 minutes by car

Guests arrive at a beachfront hotel where the Atlantic meets manicured gardens, with direct access to Praia dos Três Irmãos's golden sand. The property's 4.5-star rating reflects consistently excellent service, from sunrise ceremony setups on the beach to multi-course receptions in ocean-view spaces. Your group will experience Portugal's Algarve coast through both celebration and stay, without the drive to another location.

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Highlights

Direct beachfront access to Praia dos Três Irmãos with ceremony space on sand or terraced gardens
4.5 Google rating across 700+ verified guest reviews
On-site accommodation for 200+ guests in hotel rooms with sea views
Multiple event spaces including oceanfront restaurant and indoor banquet halls up to 300 sq meters
Located in Portimão, Algarve's largest city, with year-round 300+ days of sunshine

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationPortugal

Nearest airportFAO

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Plan your wedding at Pestana Alvor Praia

Getting there

Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (Faro) (FAO)

45–60 minutes by car to venue

Private car transfer

€50–80 per vehicle

45–60 min · Book through hotel concierge or arrange independently via rental car

Shuttle service

€20–35 per person

60–75 min · Pestana group shuttle available; arrange through hotel in advance

Ride-sharing (Uber/Bolt)

€30–50 per ride

50–70 min · Available from Faro airport to Portimão

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€800–2,000 (beach or garden setup)

Reception (per guest)

€60–120 (depending on menu tier and season)

Accommodation (per night)

€100–250 (standard to sea-view rooms)

Estimated total

€8,000–25,000 for 50 guests (2-night event with reception)

High-season (May–September) rates 20–30% above low-season; cocktail reception upgrades add €15–25 per person; ceremony and room block discounts typically available for groups over 30 rooms.

Sample wedding weekend

Day 1 (Friday)

15:00–19:00Guest arrival, check-in, welcome reception at hotel bar/terrace

Day 2 (Saturday)

09:00–10:30Ceremony on beach or garden terrace

10:30–12:00Cocktail hour on oceanfront lawn

12:00–16:00Seated lunch reception in restaurant or banquet hall

17:00–23:00Evening reception, dancing, late-night dessert service

Day 3 (Sunday)

10:00–12:00Farewell brunch and guest checkout

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

Frequently asked questions

Can we have the ceremony on the beach?

Yes. Pestana Alvor Praia offers beach ceremonies on Praia dos Três Irmãos, weather permitting. Indoor backup spaces available in case of poor conditions.

What's included in wedding packages?

Contact the hotel directly at the website link for current packages. Typically includes venue rental, catering, basic setup, and coordination. Specifics vary by season and guest count.

How many guests can the venue accommodate?

The property handles 20–150 guests across multiple event spaces. Larger groups may require split sessions or adjacent outdoor areas.

Are rooms available for guests?

Yes. Pestana Alvor Praia is a full-service hotel; group room blocks can be negotiated directly with the sales team.

What's the nearest airport?

Faro International Airport (FAO) is 65 km away, approximately 45–60 minutes by car or shuttle service.

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