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A hotel with a pool, palm trees, and lounge chairs. - The Sanctuary (Porto de Mos)
A well-maintained garden with a palm tree, neatly trimmed bushes, and a clear pathway. - The Sanctuary (Porto de Mos)
A patio with a round table and wicker chairs, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with hedges and flowering plants. - The Sanctuary (Porto de Mos)
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area with a table and chairs. - The Sanctuary (Porto de Mos)
A dimly lit dining area with candles, a bottle of wine, and a view of greenery outside. - The Sanctuary (Porto de Mos)
Close to Porto de Mos Beach, The Sanctuary provides amenities such as laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

The Sanctuary

  • Luxury 2 bedroom air conditioned apartment on the exclusive Porto de Mos estate, with pool, 400 yards from the beach 5 mins to the nearest golf club. On the outskirts of Lagos, Porto de Mos is an exclusive area, built and finished to a high specification. The apartment has 2 bedrooms, master bedroom with en suite bathroom, a twin bedroom, a sofa bed and an additional bathroom.

    Air conditioning throughout. Each room has it s own large balcony which leads onto its own private garden which overlooks a communal garden and pool area. The apartment has outside seating for al fresco dining. There is a shared swimming pool.

    Lagos town centre is 5 mins by car or an easy 20 minute walk. It is a lovely town with a fantastic marina, excellent restaurants, shopping and many things to do for couples or families. Only 5 mins by car to the nearest golf course.

    google maps coordinates
    37°05'20.6'N 8°41'31.5'W

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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    Policies

    Check-in

    Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

    Check-out

    Check-out before 10:00 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 not allowed

    Children and extra beds

    Children are welcome

    Events

    No events allowed

    Smoking

    Smoking is not permitted

    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
    On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
    Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
    Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
    This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
    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 13282/AL

    About the area

    Porto de Mós, a neighbourhood in Lagos, is home to this apartment. While the natural beauty of Praia da Luz and Porto de Mos Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Marina de Lagos. Lagos Cultural Center and Lagos Living Science Center are also worth visiting. Visit our Lagos travel guide
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    Porto de Mos, Largo

    What's nearby

    • A beach with people sunbathing and swimming, cliffs in the background, and a clear blue sky.
      Porto de Mos Beach
      7 min walk - 0.6 km
    • A cobblestone street with historic buildings, a market sign, and a pigeon on the ground.
      First European Slave Market
      5 min drive - 2.6 km
    • An ornate ceiling with intricate carvings and a central emblem.
      Santo Antonio Church
      5 min drive - 2.6 km
    • A coastal landscape with cliffs and a sandy beach.
      Praia do Canavial
      9 min drive - 2.6 km
    • Lagos Cultural Center
      5 min drive - 2.6 km

    Getting around

    • Lagos Station
      7 min drive
    • Portimao (PRM)
      21 min drive

    Restaurants

    • Empanadas & Co
      4 min drive
    • Restaurante António
      9 min walk
    • Oli
      4 min drive
    • Gato Pardo
      4 min drive
    • Burger King
      3 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Does The Sanctuary have a pool?

    Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

    Is The Sanctuary pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    How much is parking at The Sanctuary?

    On-site parking is available at the property.

    What time is check-in at The Sanctuary?

    Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at The Sanctuary?

    Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

    Where is The Sanctuary located?

    Located in Porto de Mós, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Golfo de Cádiz and Porto de Mos Beach. Praia da Luz and Marina de Lagos are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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    The Sanctuary Reviews

    Reviews

    Exceptional

    All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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    Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 48 reviews
    Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 48 reviews
    Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews
    Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 48 reviews
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

    9.8

    Cleanliness

    9.4

    Location

    10

    Property conditions & facilities

    Reviews

    Verified review

    8/10 Good

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Good location. Good space.
    Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    A lovely, peaceful place to stay while exploring the Algarve

    Clean, lovely staff
    Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
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    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Very pretty location, the apartment was spacious and mostly clean. The bathroom could use a little extra cleaning and the lights had dead bugs in the covers but other than that, it was perfect!
    Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Lovely apartment

    Great location very quiet some days had the pool area to ourselves Would recommend
    Stayed 17 nights in Sep 2024
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    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Great Place to stay

    Excellent facility, walk to the beach, great swimming pool....we will come back!
    Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Great apartment

    Clean, good location and spacious.
    Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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    8/10 Good

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

    Great spacious apartment

    Great spacious apartment- not far from local attractions (will have to drive to go to most attractions).
    Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Nice and relaxed holiday

    Thanks for the apartment we have very nice and relaxed days. Pool and apartment have a awesome location.
    Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
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    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Perfect Central Location

    We thought the location of our stay was just perfect for us. We could hike the cliffs in either direction which we enjoyed. We enjoyed the peace and quiet and the birds in the mature gardens.
    Stayed 49 nights in Jan 2025
    Verified review

    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    The Sanctuary

    Very peaceful. Very clean. Close to beach, town center and supermarket (must have a hire car though)
    Stayed 12 nights in May 2025
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    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Great appartment in a great location!

    It’s a very nice and big appartment located in a beautiful place. It’s perfect for vacations. We wished we had planed more nights at this place. The beache is awesome. The pool and semi-private garden is a bonus.
    Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Lagos Getaway

    We enjoyed our stay in Lagos very much. The hiking and scenery were beautiful! Thank you for sharing your lovely home.
    Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
    Verified review

    8/10 Good

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

    Great Stay

    Really enjoyed our stay; great location near Lagos especially if you have/rent a car. Host was flexible and courteous and willing to answer any questions. Unit was clean and comfortable although we found the bed mattresses fairly hard and no amenities like extra toilet paper or garbage bags were supplied.
    Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2025
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    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Excellent Stay

    The place was clean and cute. The pool area looked very nice, but we didn’t have time to enjoy it bc we were busy exploring the town. Having washer in the unit was a big plus, so we did some laundry. João made the check-in and check-out very easy.
    Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Wonderful 2 bedroom condo close to the beach and good area

    2 bedroom unit is clean and in a nice quiet complex and furnished well. The outdoor furniture were extremely comfortable and of good quality. One minor problem that was resolved quickly with property manager. Would definitely stay here again if back in the area.
    Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024
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    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Amazing property - we will be back

    This property is absolutely amazing. Beautiful surroundings, very well designed interior for two couples. Front and back private terraces. Inground pool cleaned daily. Lots of flowers and trees, sunbeds and shade. Close to town, close to the beach. In short, it was perfect! And the price was excellent. We will definitely return.
    Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    We really wished we could have stayed longer we liked this location so much. It is in a quite neighborhood that is outside of Lagos, but within walking distance of a cliff-side trail and a beach. The inner courtyard and pool are beautiful.Check-in and check-out were very easy. We had one small hurdle when my phone did not cooperate with caller-ID, so I had to use WhatsApp instead. There was ample parking which is good since a car is recommended if you are going to stay here. The apartment is a bit outside of Lagos and there aren't a lot of restaurants or supermarkets in the immediate area. We did initially have some ants in the kitchen because a previous guest had left part of a potato crisp under a tray in a drawer. I don't blame the housekeeping crew since this was just one small piece of food that was hidden and everything else was clean, but it did show the need to watch where you leave food. Once we got rid of that crisp, the ants went away too. From then on we were careful not to leave things out that might attract them.The house was well stocked with most items we expected - towels, kitchen equipment, beach chairs, drying racks, hair dryer, and an ironing board. You will need to bring your own hand soap, shampoo, and laundry detergent. There is only a washer, but the drying rack and typical Lagos weather help things dry quickly. If we are fortunate enough to come back to Lagos, we would definitely stay here again.
    Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Breathtaking property

    Our stay at the Sanctuary was perfection! Everything from the communication with Joe and Joao, to the ease of entry, to the cleanliness of the apartment, the stunning landscaping and proximity to all our destination highlights was perfect! We had 5 adults in our group and really loved having 2 washrooms. The master bedroom has a double bed and could easily accommodate a queen or king which would be a nice upgrade but we made due. The beds are quite firm but if you like that then you’ll be fine. We can’t say enough good things about this property! We truly hope to one day be able to stay here again. Thank you again for the lovely stay!!
    Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

    Vacation from the vacation

    Loved the location of the sanctuary - away from the hustle and bustle. This location is best if you have a car rental, as it is away from Lagos center and beaches are located on steep hills (for older folk, it may be a bit much) If you don’t have access to a phone plan - download WhatsApp to communicate with the caretaker - once you meet up, it is easy to access the apartments. Place was clean - loved that there are two bathrooms. We loved sitting on the balcony and having an afternoon swim during downtown. Super convenient to get to many attractions such as the cave tours or Sagres. Beautiful sandy beaches in every direction! Beds were comfortable and place was quiet in the evening
    Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Amazing area and apartment

    Absolutely amazing apartment, terrace and garden. Perfect for both adults and children. We hade every meal outside, morning sunshine and shade in the afternoon on hot days. Large bedrooms, a big dining room with sofa and TV. On top of this a large pool with a smaler jacuzzi. Joe is the most caring manager to find I think. No questions are to small to answer and very fast feedback. We will come back. feedback.
    Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
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    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Great place to stay!

    We spent a week in this lovely complex mid June and we were almost alone. Felt really exclusive. The apartment is in good condition, spacious rooms and lovely patio. We had almost all of our meals outside. Great outdoor environment with well kept green areas and a lovely pool, which is bigger than the pictures shows. The owner has four sunbeds free of charge. Spacious parking just outside the apartment. Walking distance to several popular beaches. No need to use the car. Will definitely come back. Note, the beds in the bedrooms are firm! Request for an extra mattress in advance if needed.
    Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
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    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Comfortable convenient home in Lagos
    Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
    Verified review

    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Excellent property, great location, excellent communication with host. We have booked again for next year.
    Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
    Verified review

    8/10 Good

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Nice complex. 10 minutes drive from the downtown
    Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
    Verified review

    10/10 Excellent

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    1st time in Alvarge

    Loved the stay at The Sanctuary, for the first time in that part of Portugal we will definitely be back!
    Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024