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Outdoor dining
Beach nearby, beach towels
Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 360 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Luz, Faro
  • Place, Luz Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Praia da Luz
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Marina de Lagos
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portimao (PRM)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the area

Lagos

When you stay at this apartment in Lagos, you'll be on the waterfront, a 1-minute drive from Praia da Luz and 10 minutes from Marina de Lagos. .This family-friendly apartment is 19 mi (30.6 km) from Alvor Beach and 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Porto de Mos Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Luz Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Praia da Luz - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Marina de Lagos - 11 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Dona Ana Beach - 12 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Camilo Beach - 15 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Lagos Station - 9 min drive
  • Portimao (PRM) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Latitude Wine & Tapas - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ollie's Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Studio - Coffee Roaster and Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Urban - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Luz Beach Café - ‬3 min walk

About this property

WAKE UP TO THE SOUND OF THE SEA T1 CENTRAL-AIR CONDITIONING (FREE WIFI) 3 MIN BEACH

If you think this is the right place for you .... book the apartment and enjoy all that this friendly village can offer you
One-bedroom apartment with double bed, fitted wardrobe and a fantastic balcony with fabulous east-facing views, table, chairs and a grill allow for great alfresco dining; a bathroom, kitchen and a common room with a small balcony facing west.

FREE PARKING:
You can park on a small road next to the apartment. Usually there is always place to park, don't worry!

IMPORTANT:
Since 2015, Portugal has enforced a longstanding law that requires anyone who offers paid holiday accommodation to record the entry, departure and identification details of all non-Portuguese citizens using such accommodation. This law came into force in Portugal and most other EU countries sometime since the gradual implementation of the 1990 Schengen Agreement, which aims to prevent trafficking in human beings and other illegal practices. In this case, it is specifically Article 45 of the Schengen Agreement and the recent law on local accommodation in Portugal which has made this rule clearer.
For this reason, all guests of all bookings need to provide their passports so that we may have the necessary information.

The apartment has free WIFI but you can also have access to 4G Mobile Wi-Fi (for when not in the apartment) available for € 10 for bookings up to 7 days; 15 € plus 7 days (Internet sharing up to 6 users / devices) Internet connection wherever you go (Losing or breaking Mobile Wi-Fi entails payment of 70 €)

From November to April inclusive, an extra energy charge of € 15 per week will be charged

Monthly Rentals: Between November and end of February stays of 30 days or more (Low Season Monthly rate) DOES NOT include maid service or laundry, it will always be considered an optional extra service, which costs 25 € per week per week. both

CHOOSE LEGALIZED APARTMENTS!

WAKE UP TO THE SOUND OF THE SEA CENTRAL T1 (Free Wi-Fi) is legalized and registered by Turismo de Portugal under number 5123 / AL
Overseen by local authorities, Lagos Municipal Chamber and ASAE. This accreditation can be verified at any time in the Portugal Tourism database. The best independent proof of our quality is the comments of our previous customers as you can confirm.

House was all renovated in Jan 2015

Registration: 5123 / AL

What my guests loved the most:

Svenja (Mar 2017) the mattress was really comfortable!

Marc (Oct 2016) Tout

Anne (Sept 2016) I felt Maria had put a lot of thought into what her guests would need staying in the flat. The pictures accurately reflected the flat and its environs. The location was superb and I didn't feel the need to move far from the flat - it was just so comfortable.

Arantxa (Aug 2016) Thank you so much for all your help! You really dont know what you have here !!!!
IT IS A JEWEL !!!

Vincent (Jun 2016) L'appartement est très bien équipé. La terrasse is super. Super wifi

Dale (May 2016) Maria, thank you again hosting us. We were extremely impressed with you, your apartment, and Praia da Luz. We will return one day. Cheers! A.D

Max (Apr 2016) “Die Aussicht. Die Lage Die Größe der Wohnung. Das bad. Die gut ausgestattete Küche. Eigentlich alles ;-) ”


Seb (Apr 2016) Lage (Nähe zum Naturschutzgebiet, Lakes, Strand) Die Einrichtung ist so schön! Ich würde meine Wohnung ganz

Laura (Feb 2016) Everything was really nice! Thank you!

Jordi (Nov 2015) Kitchen. Views

Bob (Nov 2015) The personal touches and the help from Enrique and Carla made us feel very welcome and of course the lovely views made it a holiday to remeber.

Martine (Oct 2015) Comfortable, belle terasse où peut dejeuner au soleil et faire des barbecus

Sven (Oct 2015) Greatest apartment of our Portugal trip (we stayed at 7 places in total).

Mél (Oct 2015) Joli appartement, propre et agréable. On se reveil vraiment aux sounds des vagues ..

Angela (Aug 2015) Highlight that was all very clean, so gusto !! Careful all the details ;-)

Shannon (Jun 2015) Thank you so much for the incredible stay in Luz! We absolutely loved it and hope to come back very very soon! Shannon xx

Hilke (May 2015) The appartment offered every thing we needed for our stay in Praia da Luz!

Bianca (May 2015) We loved everything about this place! The location is great, our host, Maria was excellent; funny, understanding, welcoming and simply very nice! We are very grateful of our meet with the lovely area and people of Portugal, Luz! Everything was perfectly thought for! We simply had to enjoy!

Lucia (Apr 2015) Terraza in the sea

What do you think should change:

Sven (Oct 2015) Nothing to do. It is perfect.
Martine (Oct 2015) super mieux faire difficile
Mél (Oct 2015) Dommage que nous n'ayons pas rencontré notre hôte. Cell dit nous avons when même bien été accueilli
Bhavesh (Aug 2015) Unfortunately the address provided did not have enough information for our taxi driver to find it. It was very frustrating. The check in time is very late, with an early check out time (although to be fair to the host, it is clearly and accurately listed).
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This apartment features a stereo, books, and surfing/body boarding nearby. Amenities and recreational activities include games, designated smoking areas, and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 10 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Permitido fumar somente nas varandas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Unit size: 646 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Note from host: 35€ /Semana 50€ Quinzena

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: Praia excelente crianças 3/4 anos berço camping

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 005123/AL

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

WAKE UP TO THE SOUND OF THE SEA T1 CENTRAL-AIR CONDITIONING (FREE WIFI) 3 MIN BEACH Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gloria P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful ocean views and has everything you need for your stay.
Stayed 71 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Connie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Host was very helpful and always responded quicklyLocation was a 5 out of 5Central, close to beachMy only issue was the old television. A smart tv would have been nice
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We spent a full month in this lovely Praia da Luz apartment, and from the moment we arrived, it felt like home. The space has such a warm, welcoming feel—bright, comfortable, and thoughtfully set up for a longer stay. We loved waking up and being just a short stroll from the beach, cafés, and everything Luz has to offer.The location couldn’t be better: close enough to enjoy the coastline every day, but tucked just far enough up the hill to feel peaceful and relaxed. It truly became our little home base in the Algarve.After a month here, we left feeling refreshed and grateful. We’d happily stay again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a cozy, well-located place in Luz.
Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was wonderful, fantastic views from the balcony, which is lovely and shaded in the afternoon (perfect for us!) It really is just a 2 minute walk down to the beach, where there are lots of places to eat and drink - all of which are lovely. The apartment is equipped with anything you need, the airconditioning is fantastic on hot days. There is an easy commute to local supermarkets, with sone local shops in easy walking distance, qnd larfer ones just a short drive away in Lagos itself. Thabk you Maria for a wonderful stay!
View from the balcony
Luz
Road down to the beach from just outside the apartment
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, nice view, wonderful beach. Easy communication with Maria.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect apartment!

Maria’s apartment was delightful and lived up to all our expectations! It was very well equipped and very comfortable, especially the bed and the amazing hanging chair on the balcony! The location couldn’t be better - so close to the beach, in a quiet street (at night), and a short walk to the bus stop / supermarket etc. Communication with Maria was fantastic - she is super friendly and helpful and always very quick to respond to any queries.The only suggestion we would make would be (if feasible) to have a coded “key safe” outside the front door, rather than having to get the bus to Lagos to collect the key. All in all, a fantastic holiday! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Good communication... great location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Great location for a relaxing vacation in Luz. Very comfortable and cozy home away from home with all you need for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Roy P., Providence Forge, VA

Great location, BUT!!

The location was perfect! But everything in the apartment was DAMP. Including the pillows, the mattress, the area rugs (which really needed a cleaning). The A/C didn’t work, and we were told a tech would get there 3dayd later. The A/C. Could have helped dry out the apartment….there are also stone stairs to the apartment, with no hand rail. Slick in the damp…also, the arm to the loveseat was broken with a basket pushed up against it to try to hide it. But we Zloved the town!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Luz

My husband and I love the small town vibe of Luz. We have never been to Portugal and feel lucky to have picked Luz for our spot to stay. Our GPS did have difficulty directing us with the turns but once we found the apartment we had no trouble parking on the street. The flat is an easy walk to the beach, grocery store and restaurants. It is a perfect place for couples. Maria was a great host and all her instructions were helpful. Carla was easily contacted through WhatsApp. and she responded quickly to our questions. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ruth B., Westland, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location & Communication

We had a 3 month stay at this property and couldn’t have picked a better location. The apartment was a block and a half from the beach, multiple restaurants and the promenade which we walked every single day. We love the city of Luz, it is just the right size for our laidback stay and Lagos is just a 30 minute bus ride or 10 minute Uber ride away. Also, we did the walk to Lagos twice and it is not to be missed! Our host Maria could not have been nicer or easier to deal with - she responded to our every question super promptly. Thanks again Maria, you’re the best!
Stayed 90 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John & Mary Lou D., Ottawa, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

Rua Praia Luz

Our only regret was we had to leave. Obviously we select a rental by its attractiveness but as travelers, our next most valued criteria is responsiveness by the owner. Maria is the best at this we've experienced. Our local contacts, Marcela, Marcia and Sonia were also top notch. The hospitality was outstanding, from the wonderful welcoming package to the parting Easter cake - we felt like part of the family. The apartment was just as excellent. It had all the amenities one could ask for. The back balcony with a great view of the cliffs protecting the bay of Luz and also overlooking the ocean was great with the morning sun, while the front balcony was nice for the evening sun and just to admire the view down to the beach. The beach with all its wonderful bistros is just minutes away. Added to all of this is the town and beach of Luz which is a total gem. If you're a beach person, a surfer, or a hiker, or just like the ambience of the local restaurants, Luz has it all. We loved it. John & Mary Lou, Canada
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Dianne D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint apartment

Great location amongst the locals. Apartment had amazing views of the beach from the patio. The bus stop was at the end of the street and 2 grocery stores within a few minutes walk. The apartment had the portuguese flair and was cozy.
Stayed 27 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen Marie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceeding expectations!

I cannot imagine a more perfect holiday stay. Maria, the hostess, provided a beautifully decorated and immaculately clean accommodation just a block up from the seashore and esplanade. The view from the patio, as well as the balcony, were both fabulous over looking the sea & providing great vantage points to admire gorgeous sunrises as well as sunsets. This accommodation was centrally located and everything in Praia da Luz was within walking distance. The apartment was fully equipped with everything one could need for a comfortable stay! You would be fortunate to find availability at this lovely seaside location. Maria is most definitely a 5 star hostess!
Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Manny S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxation in Praia da Luz!

We spent 4 wonderful nights and nothing about our stay was disappointing. The apartment and accommodations were amazing and everything was first class as advertised. The outside balcony with ocean views and evening breezes was everything we could have hoped for.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Norma & WAyne S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Algarve!

Maria & staff super responsive! Loved sound of ocean .photos are true which is a great start to any vacay! Thanks for having us!! Cheers!
Stayed 21 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula M., Vancouver, BC, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Apartment in Great little town

We had a really good stay at this location. The apartment is in a great location, only 1 block up from the beach. It is well stocked with kitchen supplies and all you should need. The deck is spacious and a nice place for morning coffee or evening happy hour. The owner keeps in regular contact and helpful when needed. We would stay here again or recommend it to friends.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location

Wonderful stay. Quiet street but near everything. The beach the bus the restaurants and the hike. The sound of waves at night with everything you would need in the apartment for a wonderful stay. Easy to communication and we enjoyed the gift of wine and oranges for our arrival. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

beautiful views

Lovely apartment, best equipped kitchen I have experienced in a rental property, great location close to beach, stores, restaurants and walking trails. And the beautiful little patio, with view of the ocean and the cliff- perfect spot for meals or just relaxing. Excellent communication prior to and during the visit. And the town of Luz is perfectly situated for exploring the Algarve.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Sheila S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location and communication with owner.

Great place to stay, very close to the beach. Beautiful view. Excellent communication with owner and property manager. A couple of maintenance issues that owner was working on correcting.
Stayed 46 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely apartment

Lovely apartment with every thing you need, very short walk from beach , supermarket cafe and restaurants. Bus stop 5 mins round the corner to Lagos, which is a must do! Thank you ☺️
Stayed 10 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tranquil retreat

Charming tastefully furnished and well equipped with stunning views from balcony in good location.

10/10 Excellent

Oliver C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Luz home from home

Rented this property on foot of very good reviews and it totally lived up to those appraisals and our expectations. Two days home we look forward to going back to Luz and the care of Maria and her on site agent Carla- Thanks
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely, perfectly located apartment!

Maria was the consummate host for our recent stay in Luz. Her property manager greeted us and gave us a wonderful orientation to Luz. Part of the welcome package was a bottle of local wine and sweets which was a lovely touch! The kitchen was stocked with all one would need including some spices and coffe pods. We, however, made our own coffee with the little espresso pot provided. The compact but cozy apartment is a two minute walk from the gorgeous beach. The balcony was private and had a beautiful view of the Mediterranean. We used the barbecue several times (we brought charcoal but there was already some provided) . We had a couple of minor issues (lock on the front door needed attention and blow dryer stopped working) but they were dealt with promptly by property managers Carla and Marissa. Since we stayed longer than a week, arrangements were also made to come in midway to clean and provide fresh towels and linens. Our only concern, which was minor, was that the shower drained slowly, but it encouraged us to be mindful of the length of our showers. All in all it was a fantastic stay. If you are a couple and are looking to stay in Luz, this is the ideal spot! Thanks so much for everything Maria!!!

10/10 Excellent

MM M.

Lovely Luz

We had the pleasure to stay in Maria´s apartment for a month this year. The location is great only a stroll away from the beach and supermarket. The apartment is small but very cozy and fits perfectly for two people. Unfortunately January/ February was too cold for us to use the big terrace, but we can imagine how wonderful it is when the weather is warmer. The view is better than on the pictures. There are 2 new a/c that works very well, television with english channels and internet worked perfectly for our needs. We had a couple of problems/ issues in the apartment when we arrived, but both Maria and Carla took care of this instantly, which just add to the positive that you have an owner and a host that you can count on, and are there to help you right away. (Carla is in the office right below the apartment, and Maria responded almost instantly to our mails ) If we decide to stay in Lovely Luz for a months again, we will most certain stay in Maria´s apartment. M&M
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2018