Portugal ∙ Algarve ∙ Tavira

AP Cabanas Beach & Nature ****
Tour operator category

FAO105
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Highlights

  • 4-star hotel located in the Ria Formosa Nature Park in Tavira.
  • Complimentary boat shuttle to the sandy beach on the offshore lagoon.
  • Spa area with whirlpool, sauna, steam bath, and heated indoor pool.
  • All-inclusive dining with buffet and à-la-carte options.
  • Certified with the Green Key sustainability label.

Location

The adults-friendly hotel AP Cabanas Beach & Nature (from 14 years) is located in the middle of Cabanas de Tavira, near the island of Cabanas, in the heart of the "Ria Formosa" nature park. The hotel complex is situated approx. 20 minutes from the idyllic beach of Cabanas and approx. 500 meters from the town center. The wide sandy beach is located on a coastal lagoon and can be reached by a free boat shuttle (subject to weather conditions and availability). The city of Tavira is just a few minutes' drive away. Faro International Airport is approx. 50 km away.
Modern hotel with rooftop terrace, outdoor pool, and surrounding natural area near water.
Modern hotel with large curved pool and sun loungers in an extensive landscape.
Large hotel pool with sun loungers and umbrellas on a green lawn under blue sky.
Modern hotel complex with pool, terraces, and river view under clear sky.

Facilities

Modern hotel entrance with glass façade and benches under clear sky.
Large hotel pool with palm island between modern hotel buildings under clear sky.
Terrace seating area overlooks garden and hotel building under clear sky.
Large, modern hotel outdoor area with green chairs and wooden tables under a pergola-like roof.
Large wooden terrace with lounge sofa, tables, and water view under clear sky.
Modern outdoor terrace with black and white chairs, red cushions, and sea view under a blue sky.
Hotel terrace with green lawn, hammock, and seating area under wooden pergolas on a clear blue day.
Modern outdoor area with bar, stools, and umbrellas at a hotel.
Modern hotel complex with glass balconies, palm trees, and manicured lawn under a blue sky.
Reception area in a modern hotel with wooden desks and a green plant wall.
Bright hotel room with beige armchairs, orange lamps, and large windows overlooking a terrace.
Bright, modern restaurant with wooden ceiling, large windows, and woven chairs.
Modern dining room with large windows, brown chairs, and elegantly set tables.
Modern hotel restaurant with large windows and a view of a terrace.
Modern hotel restaurant with rows of tables, brown chairs, and green ceiling plants.
Modern indoor pool with glass roof and view of a green garden with palm trees.
The 4-star hotel of the AP Hotel & Resort chain has a total of 340 modernly furnished rooms. Facilities include a reception area with a 24-hour reception, conference/event rooms, a buffet restaurant, as well as two additional restaurants (seasonally open), a lobby bar, a well-maintained outdoor area with a garden, a sun terrace, 2 swimming pools, a pool bar, and a roof-top bar (located on the roof terrace, meals there are for a fee). Sun loungers and parasols are available to hotel guests in the pool area free of charge (at the beach for a fee, offered by local providers).

Accommodation

Double room

The double rooms are approx. 17m² and feature a shower/WC, hairdryer, one double bed or two single beds, air conditioning/heating, rental safe, mini-fridge, telephone, satellite TV (LCD), alarm clock, Wi-Fi (included), and a furnished balcony (D). Also bookable as a double room for single use (DE). Also bookable as a super saver room at a special price (SSZ). Double room with pool view (PD) bookable for an extra charge.

Bright hotel room with large bed, desk, TV, and balcony overlooking buildings.
Modern hotel room with double bed, soft pillows, and subdued lighting.
Bright hotel room with large bed, desk, chairs, and balcony with a view.
Modern hotel bathroom with double sinks and glass shower next to window.

Double room river view

With similar features, these offer a view of the river (D2F).

Double room type A

The double rooms type A consist of two double rooms with a connecting door (DA).

Meals

BB/AI

All meals buffet-style or à la carte (depending on occupancy).
Only bookable with breakfast in summer 2026.

Modern hotel buffet with various foods and drinks on stylish tables in a bright room.

All Inclusive

Two refreshing cocktails on a table with a pool in the background.

All Inclusive

Breakfast from 7:30-10:00, lunch from 12:30-15:00, and dinner from 19:00-22:00 in the "Flor de Sal" restaurant in buffet form or à la carte (depending on occupancy). A set menu is served in the Portuguese restaurant "Ria" as well as in the grill restaurant "Grill" upon prior reservation (seasonally open).
Snacks from 10:00-12:00 and 15:00-18:00. Selected local non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks from 10:30-00:00 included at the respectively open bars.

Sports included

Aquafitness and yoga (seasonally dependent). Fitness room (from 16 years).

Sports for a fee

Golf course approx. 2 km away and rental of mountain bikes and canoes (all local third-party providers).

Wellness

Spa with 3 massage rooms, sauna, Turkish steam bath, relaxation room, and whirlpool (included). Massages and beauty treatments (for a fee). New indoor pool/swimming pool is located in the spa area (heated).
Modern hotel wellness area with lounge chairs and sauna, bright and spacious design.
Modern indoor pool with large windows and lounge chairs in a hotel.
Modern wooden sauna with large glass front and garden view.
Bright spa room with massage table, seating area, and view of greenery.
Modern indoor pool with glass roof and view of a green garden with palm trees.

Entertainment

Live music and DJ sessions on the rooftop.

Hotel service

Wi-Fi (included in public hotel areas and rooms).
Free boat transfer to the beach.
Public parking available in front of the hotel (subject to availability).
Garage with over 100 parking spaces (subject to availability, for a fee).
12 charging stations for electric cars (subject to availability, for a fee).
Laundry/ironing service (on request, for a fee).
Beach towels (at the pool, for a deposit).

Credit card

Visa, Euro-/Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club.

Sustainability

"Reisen mit Zukunft" provides guidance to make conscious decisions. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices and are actively investing in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, as well as cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on the topic of sustainability at Schauinsland-Reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel holds the following certification:
  • Green Key

Hotelhinweis

formerly Cabanas Park Resort
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Adults-friendly hotel (recommended for adults from 14 years).
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The hotel offers 3 accessible rooms for hotel guests with limited mobility on request.
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Dogs are not allowed in the entire hotel complex.
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Check-in: from 14:00
Check-out: until 12:00
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Hotel contact:
AP Cabanas Beach & Nature
Cabanas de Tavira-Sitio do Canada
8800-591 Tavira (Algarve)
Portugal
Phone: +351 281 249 700
E-mail: book.cabanas@ap-hotelsresorts.com

Zusatzhinweis

In the catalog "Sonnenziele" Summer 2026 on page 60.

Tour operator category

4 Suns ****

Arrival by car

Directions from Faro Airport (FAO):
From Faro Airport, follow the signs for the A22 motorway (via do Infante) to Vila Real de Sto. António. On the A22, take the exit for Tavira and continue straight (through the roundabout) until you see the next sign for Vila Real de Sto. António. Turn left onto the main road N125 (at the roundabout) towards Vila Real de Sto. António. Continue straight through three roundabouts; at the fourth roundabout, turn right and follow the sign for Cabanas. Continue straight over the next small roundabout and over the train tracks. Follow the road straight towards the sea until you can turn right at a small supermarket. Continue straight until the next roundabout, turn right, and follow our signs to AP Cabanas Beach & Nature.
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Please see our website for car rental conditions: www.Mietwagenbedingungen.de
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PLEASE NOTE THAT TOLL ROADS IN THE ALGARVE MUST NOW ALSO BE PAID FOR RENTAL CARS AND ARE CHARGED VIA A TOLL COUNTER LOCATED IN THE CAR. PLEASE INFORM YOURSELF IN ADVANCE.

Country category

4 Sterne
Last updated: 17.07.2026 16:28