Most people fly through Faro without ever staying the night. 3HB Faro is the reason to change that plan: a five-star hotel in the heart of the city, recognised with a Michelin Key in 2025. The building was designed by architect Miguel Abreu, with interiors by Paulo Lobo, and it leans into Algarve culture throughout – classic and contemporary details side by side across 104 rooms and suites, some with private jacuzzis.
Who fits
Couples and families who want proper five-star service in the middle of Faro rather than a resort outside town. You get a rooftop infinity pool with waterfall features and Ria Formosa views, an indoor heated spa pool, sauna, and Turkish bath, plus two distinct restaurants: Hábito on the rooftop for city views, and Forno Nero on Faro’s traditional commercial street. It’s an easy short hop from the airport, so it also works well as a luxury bookend to a longer Algarve trip – one big night before you fly home rather than a rushed airport hotel.
Skip it if you want beach-resort geography with sand outside your door. This is a city hotel, and Faro’s own beach sits out on the barrier island, reached by ferry or a short drive.
Rooms and facilities
All 104 rooms come with a smart TV, minibar, coffee machine, electric curtains and blackout, and free access to the spa area and gym; some Jacuzzi rooms add a private outdoor massage bathtub on the balcony. The wellness area covers a heated indoor pool, sauna, Turkish bath, and sensory showers, with massages and treatments available for an extra cost. Outside, the rooftop terrace has a firepit and an infinity pool that looks straight over Faro’s old town. Covered public parking is available nearby for a daily fee, subject to availability.
Compared with
Occidental Faro for a more affordable, mid-range marina hotel nearby. Alto House if you’d rather have a small design guesthouse than a five-star hotel. Real Marina Hotel & Spa for a comparable five-star spa experience over in Olhão.
Worth it?
Yes, for five-star luxury right in Faro’s centre, with a genuinely strong spa and rooftop pool to make up for not having a beach outside the door. Compare Faro bases in where to stay in Faro and pair with the best hotels in Faro shortlist.
Quick FAQ
Is there a spa?
Yes – a full wellness area with a heated indoor pool, sauna, Turkish bath, and treatments, plus a rooftop infinity pool.
How far is the airport?
About 6 km, typically ten to fifteen minutes by taxi.
Is parking included?
Covered public parking nearby is available for a daily fee rather than being free or on-site.