Coral do Vau

Algarve · Portimão

Coral do Vau

3.0 star property

Family Fit Score 61
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Overview

Coral do Vau offers family-friendly apartments just 20 meters from Praia do Vau, ideal for a relaxing beach holiday in Algarve.

Coral do Vau is a family-oriented hotel located a mere 20 meters from the beautiful Praia do Vau, making it a perfect spot for families looking to enjoy a beach vacation. The hotel features spacious apartments equipped with kitchenettes, allowing families to prepare their own meals. Guests have praised the tranquil environment and proximity to local amenities, including restaurants and shops. The hotel also offers a playground and babysitting services, catering to families with young children. Nearby, families can explore various beaches, cultural attractions, and enjoy easy access to transport options like the Portimão train station, just 3.2 km away.

Best for

Families seeking a peaceful beach getaway with convenient amenities.

Family Fit Score

Family Fit Score 61

Family score based on structured hotel features with weighted categories. Strongest areas: Room and Quietness. Highlights: family rooms, quiet area.

Key family features

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Pros

  • Close proximity to the beach
  • Spacious and well-equipped apartments
  • Tranquil environment
  • Playground and babysitting services available

Cons

  • Limited on-site dining options
  • No kids club or water slides

Parent tips

  • Consider booking an apartment with a kitchenette for family meals.
  • Enjoy the nearby beaches for a variety of family-friendly activities.

Rooms

Opt for the T-2 apartments for larger families, as they can accommodate up to 6 people.

Food

Apartments come with kitchenettes, allowing for self-catering. Nearby restaurants offer various dining options.

Location

Located in Portimão, Coral do Vau is close to several beaches and cultural attractions, making it a convenient base for family exploration.

Praia do Vau, Portimão, 8500-820

Getting there

Nearest transport from OpenStreetMap

Airports

Within 150 km

  • Aerodromo Municipal de Portimão - PRM - LPPM (~3.6 km)
  • Aeródromo Municipal de Portimão (~3.9 km)
  • Aeródromo de Lagos (~11 km)

Train stations

Within 150 km

  • Portimão (~3.2 km)
  • Ferragudo (~4.0 km)
  • Mexilhoeira Grande (~5.9 km)

Legend

  • This hotel
  • Airports
  • Train stations
  • Beaches
  • Culture & attractions
  • Playgrounds & parks
  • Cafes & restaurants
  • Shops & essentials

This hotel and 47 nearby places from OpenStreetMap.

Nearby on the map

From OpenStreetMap — grouped by category (editorial nearby context).

Beaches

up to 5 km

  • Praia do Vau (~163m)
  • Praia dos Careanos (~288m)
  • Praia do Alemão (~404m)
  • Praia do Barranco das Canas (~616m)
  • Praia do Boião (~777m)
  • Praia dos Três Castelos (~945m)
  • Praia João de Arens (~1.0 km)
  • Praia João de Arens (~1.0 km)
  • Praia do Submarino (~1.2 km)
  • Praia do Submarino (~1.3 km)
  • Praia do Submarino (~1.3 km)
  • Praia RF (~1.5 km)

Culture & attractions

up to 10 km

  • Carso litoral da Ponta de João Arens (~1.2 km)
  • Adventure Golf Alvor (~2.2 km)
  • Museu de Portimão (~2.3 km)
  • Museu Diogo Gonçalves (~2.8 km)
  • Castelo de São João de Arade (~3.1 km)
  • Studio Bongard (~3.3 km)
  • Praia Grande (~3.3 km)
  • Passadiços do Alvor (~3.4 km)
  • Algar dos Caneiros (~3.9 km)
  • DIVE - Ocean Revival (~4.4 km)
  • Estação Romana da Quinta da Abicada (~4.9 km)
  • Algarve Kite Center (~5.6 km)

Playgrounds & parks

up to 2 km

  • Parque da Juventude (~1.4 km)

Cafes & restaurants

up to 2 km

  • Il Timone (~18m)
  • Paraíso do Vau (~26m)
  • Património (~38m)
  • The Jacarandá (~47m)
  • Casinha Portuguesa (~59m)
  • Os Costas (~83m)
  • O Rebelo (~85m)
  • Pai Tomás (~129m)
  • O Lino (~148m)
  • Vau Steakhouse (~229m)
  • Sal Na Guelra By Meco (~316m)
  • Furtado (~326m)

Shops & essentials

up to 2 km

  • SPAR (~106m)
  • Supermercado Praia (~425m)
  • Spar (~1.3 km)
  • Intermarché (~1.5 km)

Location questions

Distances from OpenStreetMap — editorial context, not on-site hotel facilities.

How far is Coral do Vau from the beach?
According to OpenStreetMap, the nearest mapped beach is Praia do Vau, about ~163m away.
What is the nearest airport to Coral do Vau?
OpenStreetMap lists Aerodromo Municipal de Portimão - PRM - LPPM as the nearest airport, roughly ~3.6 km away.

Nearby activities

  • Visit Praia dos Careanos and Praia da Rocha
  • Explore Museu de Portimão and Castelo de São João de Arade
  • Enjoy local dining at nearby restaurants like Il Timone and Paraíso do Vau

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