Portugal has been a favorite of travelers for a long time, and it’s also a top destination for family travelers, as well. The Algarve, especially, boasts a list of family-friendly resorts ready to greet you.
Kimpton Atlântico Algarve
Minutes from Albufeira’s old town, this marked Kimpton’s debut in Portugal. Enjoy artful interiors, rooftop cocktails and wood-fired beachfront dining. Parents unwind with spa treatments and yoga, while little ones can splash in the pool or explore beaches.
This 95-room wellness-forward resorts sits on one of the Algarve’s stunning beaches, offering beachfront yoga, a vitality pool, Hyperice® Recovery Room and private residences perfect for families.
Algarve Marriott Salgados Golf Resort & Conference Centre
With 228 rooms and suites, four pools and Asian fine-dining restaurant KAN.JO, this upscale resort is perfect for family vacations. Steps from the beach, the nature trails at Lagoa dos Salgados are also nearby.
Marriott Residences Salgados Resort
This resort blends apartment-style living with full resort perks. Spacious, modern apartments offer kitchens and balconies, as well as access to 10 pools and curated family activities. It’s truly a home away from home.
KIDS EAT FREE: Special Offer for Families
Algarve Marriott Salgados Golf Resort, Marriott Residences Salgados and The Westin Salgados Beach Resort offer free meals for kids under 12 (when dining with an adult and ordering from the kids’ menu), valid for travel through December 2025.
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