Make a holiday rental home or villa in Amejeira, Portugal your home away from home

Amejeira is a residential area of Lagos, a popular tourist destination in the Algarve, Portugal. The area is home to some of the best holiday rental accommodation in the city, with options including top-quality villas, allowing you to enjoy your Portuguese holiday in style. Whether you plan to play golf, hit the beaches or simply enjoy a relaxing break, Amejeira and the western Algarve has something to offer.

Things to do in Amejeira, Portugal

It is possible to walk into the centre of Lagos from your self-catering accommodation in Amejeira in around fifteen minutes, meaning the use of a car is not necessary if you plan to spend the majority of your holiday in and around Lagos. Though listed as a city, Lagos is essentially a bustling market town, which also has a number of historic and touristic attractions. It also has all of the amenities you would expect of a city of its size, including a decent selection of shops, cafes, bars and restaurants. The pavement cafes are a particular highlight, and provide patrons with the opportunity to sample some strong coffee and enjoy a spot of people watching.

The beaches are also just a short distance away, with a number of golden sandy stretches to choose from. One of the busiest is Dona Ana, which is coated in thick sand and framed by a series of rock formations. Another option is Praia de Batata, which hosts a series of small music events throughout the summer.

Many people head to this part of Portugal to partake in golfing activities, and there are a number of courses with easy reach of Amejeira. One of the best is Boavista Golf, where you can play 18 challenging holes amongst some stunning scenery.

Places to visit on holiday in Amejeira, Portugal

The nearby resort of Luz (7km) attracts many visitors with its excellent water sports beach, Praia de Luz. Activities on offer here include sailing, wind surfing and scuba diving. Originally a fishing village, Luz is now primarily a tourist area, but has managed to avoid the downsides that this can sometimes bring, such as high-rise development. Also worth a look is Almadena, which sits within the boundaries of a nature reserve.

Weather in Amejeira, Portugal

The weather in Amejeira is especially hot during summer months, when temperatures of between 30C and 35C are common. Outside of these months it remains warm, with late spring and early autumn also great times of the year for a holiday rental in Amejeira.

Flights to Amejeira, Portugal

Faro Airport (FAO) is the closest airport to Amejeira, and a destination that receives large numbers of flights from the UK, throughout the year. The cheapest options are often found through budget airlines such as Easyjet, whilst British Airways and Thomson Airways provide more in the way of luxury. Flight time from the UK is two hours.