Welcome to Clara Suites
Your complete guide to a perfect stay in Faro — practical information about your accommodation, plus our handpicked recommendations for restaurants, beaches, day trips and everything the city has to offer.
Stay Information
Everything you need to know about your accommodation at Clara Suites Faro.
📍 Address & Contact
🔑 Check-in & Check-out
🚗 Parking
Street parking (paid)
Public street parking on the surrounding roads.
Paid hours:
Monday to Friday: 09:00 – 19:00
Saturday: 09:00 – 13:00
Free outside these hours and on Sundays.
Largo de São Francisco (free)
Free parking lot a few minutes away on foot — a great alternative, especially for longer stays.
🧹 Linen Change
Bed linen is changed on the 4th day of your stay. Towels are replaced as needed — just send us a WhatsApp message one day in advance.
🍳 Shared Kitchen
All guests have access to a fully equipped shared kitchen, with a coffee machine, tea, hot chocolate and everything you need to prepare your own meals.
📞 Emergency Contacts
Our Rooms
Each room at Clara Suites has its own character. Here are the details for each one.
Superior Double Room — 1
Room 1This double room is located on the ground floor, right next to the shared kitchen — ideal for guests who want to cook their own meals during their stay.
The room features a small seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, air conditioning, a minibar, a safe and a wardrobe. The street-facing window is fitted with electric blinds and blackout curtains, ensuring a restful sleep at any time of day.
The private bathroom includes a shower, bidet, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.
Bed: 1 double bed.
Deluxe Double Room — 2
Room 2This double room is located on the 1st floor, accessible by stairs. The air-conditioned room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a minibar, a desk, a wardrobe, blinds and city views.
Guests have access to a fully equipped shared kitchen, with a coffee machine, tea, hot chocolate and everything needed to prepare their own meals.
The private bathroom includes a walk-in shower, bidet, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.
Bed: 1 double bed.
Double Room — 3
Room 3This double room is located on the 1st floor, accessible by stairs. The air-conditioned room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a minibar, a desk, blinds and city views.
Guests have access to a fully equipped shared kitchen, with a coffee machine, tea, hot chocolate and everything needed to prepare their own meals.
The private bathroom includes a walk-in shower, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.
Bed: 1 double bed.
Standard Double Room — 4
Room 4This double room is located on the 1st floor, accessible by stairs. The air-conditioned room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a minibar, a desk and city views. The window is fitted with electric blinds, ensuring a restful sleep at any time of day.
Guests have access to a fully equipped shared kitchen, with a coffee machine, tea, hot chocolate and everything needed to prepare their own meals.
The private en-suite bathroom includes a walk-in shower, bidet, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.
Bed: 1 double bed.
Double Room with Terrace — 5
Room 5This double room is located on the 2nd floor, accessible by stairs. The air-conditioned room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a minibar, a desk and city views. The window is fitted with blackout curtains, ensuring a restful sleep at any time of day. The room also has access to a large private terrace.
Guests have access to a fully equipped shared kitchen, with a coffee machine, tea, hot chocolate and everything needed to prepare their own meals.
The private bathroom includes a walk-in shower, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.
Bed: 1 double bed.
Double Room with Terrace — 6
Room 6This double room is located on the 2nd floor, accessible by stairs. The room is compact and best suited for short stays, but benefits from a large private terrace — perfect for enjoying the outdoors.
The air-conditioned room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a minibar, a desk and city views. The window is fitted with electric blinds, ensuring a restful sleep at any time of day.
Guests have access to a fully equipped shared kitchen, with a coffee machine, tea, hot chocolate and everything needed to prepare their own meals.
The private bathroom includes a walk-in shower, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.
Bed: 1 double bed.
Where to Eat
Our handpicked restaurant recommendations, organised by category. ⭐ marks our absolute favourites. All within walking distance or a short taxi from Clara Suites.
Bars & Rooftops
Faro's best spots for cocktails, sunset drinks and nightlife. ⭐ marks our favourites · 🎵 marks venues with regular live music.
What to Do in Faro
Most sights are just minutes on foot from Clara Suites. The medieval old town is only 5–10 minutes walk away.
Beaches, Islands & Water
Faro's beaches are on stunning barrier islands in the Ria Formosa. The ferry dock (Cais das Portas do Mar) is ~15 min walk from Clara Suites.
Explore the Algarve
Day trips from Faro — by train, bus or car. The Algarve has so much to discover beyond Faro.
Shopping
Supermarkets, markets and shopping centres near Clara Suites.
Getting Around
Clara Suites is right in the centre of Faro, a few minutes' walk from the train station, bus terminal and old town. Most of Faro is walkable.
🚕 Taxis & Ride-sharing
Uber and Bolt both work well in Faro. Traditional taxis: 289 895 795 (24h). Night surcharge after 21h.
| Route | Fare | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Airport → Clara Suites | €12–16 | ~10 min |
| To Praia de Faro | €10–13 | ~12 min |
| Within city | €5 | Short |
| To Olhão | €18–22 | ~15 min |
| Night / weekend | +20% after 21h | |
🚂 Train (CP)
Faro station is ~5–8 min walk from Clara Suites. Trains to Olhão (€1.90), Tavira (~€4), Lagos (~€7). Buy tickets at the station or in the CP app.
🚌 Buses
Line 16 — Airport & Praia de Faro
€2.25 · The most useful bus. Runs daily ~7h–23h, every 30–40 min in summer. 1-day pass ~€4.
EVA / Vamus Algarve — Regional
Services to Loulé, Olhão, Albufeira, Lagos and all the Algarve. Terminal at Av. da República (~5 min walk from Clara Suites).
✈️ Faro Airport (FAO)
About 4 km away. Taxi €12–16 (~10 min). Bus 16 €2.25. Direct flights to most European cities.
Tours & Rentals
Activities to discover Faro and the Ria Formosa.
🚂 City Tour
Faro Tourist Train
The famous little tourist train of Faro — a charming 50-minute ride through the city's main sights: the medieval old town, Sé Cathedral, Ria Formosa Natural Park and the Regional Museum. Departures every hour (10:00–18:00) from Jardim Manuel Bivar. Adults €4 · Kids 4–10 €2 · Under 4 free.
⛵ Boat Tours & Ferries
Cais das Portas do Mar
Main ferry terminal for all island boats. ~15 min walk from Clara Suites.
Ria Formosa Boat Tours
Discover the Ria Formosa Natural Park by boat — island hopping, dolphin spotting, sunset cruises and private tours.
🚲 Bikes & 🚗 Cars
Algarve Cycling
Quality bike rentals — city bikes, e-bikes, mountain bikes and guided cycling tours.
🎨 Local Artisan Shop
Sou Creative
The best of Algarve producers — from design and art objects to contemporary artisanship. A curated space where you'll find art you can touch, flavours that tell stories, and objects that carry the time of their makers. A unique souvenir experience.
Events in Faro
Faro's cultural calendar — festivals, markets and celebrations throughout the year.
Stay updated at eventos.visitalgarve.pt, viralagenda.com and cm-faro.pt/agenda.
Faro Map
Our personalised map with all recommended places — restaurants, beaches, attractions and more.