Portugal ∙ Algarve ∙ Praia da Rocha

AP Oriental Beach ****

FAO241
Fitness
WLAN
Beach
Air conditioning
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Location

The adults-only AP Oriental Beach hotel (bookable for ages 16 and up) is located directly on the beachfront on a rocky plateau just above the magnificent, sprawling sandy beach of Praia da Rocha (direct access via stairs). The center of Praia da Rocha, with its restaurants, bars, entertainment, and shopping facilities, is only about 300m away, and Portimao is about 2 km away. Faro Airport is approximately 75 km away.
Yellow hotel building by the beach with pool and sea view under blue sky.
Yellow building on the beach with blue sky and sea in the background.
A couple in white clothing walks on a wooden path toward a beach with ocean view.
Green lawn with cabanas and palm trees on the beach at sunset
Sun loungers and umbrellas on green grass overlooking the sea with palm trees.
Hotel complex with pool, palm trees, and lounge chairs on the beach under a blue sky.

Facilities

Yellow hotel building with tall windows and a black entrance area under a blue sky.
Spacious living room with yellow sofas, wooden beam ceiling, and dark walls.
Modern hotel restaurant with central water feature and stylish lighting
Modern lounge area with upholstered furniture and sea view at a beach hotel.
Luxury hotel with lounge chairs and palm trees at sunset by the sea.
Green lawn with covered lounge bed, palm trees, and sea view under a sunny sky.
Aerial view of an oval pool with lounge chairs and green lawn around at a hotel resort.
Round pool with lounge chairs and seating areas in a hotel garden under cloudy sky.
Round pool with blue water, sun umbrellas, and lounge chairs by the sea under a clear sky.
Pool with loungers and view of sandy beach and sea at sunset.
Hotel with lawn, palm trees, and several beach loungers next to square sun umbrellas
Green garden area with palm trees and sun loungers near a sandy beach under a blue sky.
Bright hotel bar with stone facade, illuminated counter, and a selection of drinks on shelves.
Modern café with wooden chairs, white tables, and hanging plants on the ceiling.
Brightly designed restaurant with wooden tables, chairs, and sea view through large windows
Modern hotel bar with brown armchairs, tables, and a stylish bar area in warm tones.
This 4-star hotel, built with attention to detail in a Moorish-oriental style, offers a total of 90 comfortable rooms. Facilities include a reception area with a 24-hour reception, panoramic elevator, picturesque planted courtyard with a fountain, 'Syrah' restaurant serving international cuisine, a 'Khibra' bar, lounge, outdoor area with garden, sun terrace with swimming pool, and pool/snackbar. Sun loungers and umbrellas are available free of charge at the pool area for hotel guests (subject to availability).

Accommodation

Super Saver Room

The Super Saver Rooms are approximately 37 m² and have a bath/WC, hairdryer, air conditioning/heating, mini-fridge, safe (rental), cable TV (flat screen), telephone, and Wi-Fi (included) (SSZ).

Modern hotel room with two beds, yellow armchairs, and wooden furniture in warm lighting.
Bright hotel room with double bed, yellow armchairs, and wooden furniture in modern design.
Modern bathroom with round mirror, countertop sink, and shower in neutral tones.
Modern hotel room with double bed, two yellow stools, and desk by the window.
Balcony with table and chairs overlooking the sea and palm trees at sunset.
Modern hotel room with two beds, yellow armchairs, and wooden furniture in warm lighting.
Modern bathroom with round mirror, countertop sink, and shower in neutral tones.

Double Room Side Sea View

The Double Rooms with side sea view have the same amenities as the Super Saver Rooms, but also feature a balcony or terrace and side sea view (DMS). Double rooms with side sea view for single occupancy, bookable in Summer 2025, are available at an additional charge (DES). Additionally, as Double Room Side Sea View Type A, with otherwise the same amenities as the Double Room Side Sea View, bookable at a special price with limited availability (AMS).
Double Rooms with sea view (with balcony or terrace) are bookable at an additional charge (DM).
Additionally, as Double Room Sea View Type A, with otherwise the same amenities as the Double Room Sea View, bookable at a special price with limited availability (DMA).

Suite/Suite Type A (FAOA25)

These spacious suites offer a separate bedroom and a living/sitting area, mini-fridge, balcony, bathtub, air conditioning, TV, telephone, hairdryer, safe (for a fee) (S2/SA).

Double Room (FAOA25)

With approx. 37 m², these rooms offer a balcony or terrace, air conditioning/heating, mini-fridge, safe (rental), cable TV, telephone, and Wi-Fi (incl., D).

Meals

HB/FB

Half board includes breakfast and dinner buffet. Full board also includes á la carte lunch (FAOA25).

Buffet with fruit, pastries, and yogurt in a modern breakfast room.

Sports included

Fitness room.

Entertainment

Live music twice a week in the evening.

Hotel service

Wi-Fi (included throughout the hotel complex).
Room service (for a fee).
Laundry/ironing service (for a fee).
Beach towels (at the swimming pool, against deposit).

Credit card

VISA, MasterCard, American Express, and Diners Club.

Hotel contact

AP Oriental Beach
Avenida Tomas Cabreira
8500-802 Portimao
Portugal
Phone: +351 282 480 800
Email: book.oriental@ap-hotelsresorts.com

Hotel features

  • Adults Only
  • Direct Beach Location
  • Shopping Facilities
  • Fitness
  • Hotel Safe
  • Internet
  • Air Conditioning
  • Sandy Beach
  • Close to Beach
  • Wi-Fi
  • Enhanced Hygiene Concept

Sustainability

Reisen mit Zukunft provides guidance for making conscious decisions. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices and actively invest in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, and cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).Further information on sustainability at schauinsland-reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunftThis hotel has the following certification:
  • Green Key

Note

Adults Only from 16 years!
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This is a non-smoking hotel!
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Check-in: from 3 PM
Check-out: until 12 PM
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Please note that a tourist tax of €2.00 per night/per adult will be charged for all bookings in the Portimao region with travel dates from April to October, and €1.00 per night/per adult from November to March (maximum 7 nights). Children up to and including 12 years are free. Payment is made upon arrival at the hotel.
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Also bookable in the catalog "Sonnenziele" Summer 2026 on page 73.

Seasonal information

In the months of June, July, August, and September, festivals occasionally take place on the beach. Acoustic disturbances may occur during these times.
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Also bookable under FAOA25 *************************************

Country category

4 Sterne
Last updated: 21.02.2026 09:21