3HB Faro

The 3HB Faro is Algarve capital’s first five-star hotel.

Located on the Rua Vasco da Gama, the 3HB Faro first opened its doors to the public in June 2021. The hotel’s distinctive red 18^th century frontage is unmistakable – architect Miguel Abreu took his cue from this street-level façade, creating a mix of traditional and contemporary with his design for the 21^st century main building which sits behind. Interior designer Paulo Lobo followed suit: his skilful blend of natural wood, organic furnishings and clean white tones are simultaneously and minimal and homely – framed on all sides by the modernity of bold, black steel.

The hotel has two restaurants: Habito on the rooftop and Forno Nero on the ground floor. Their menus are another contemporary take on Algarve tradition – modern-day reinterpretations of the authentic cuisine of Portugal’s most-southerly region, which celebrate the best of its fresh, Mediterranean produce. Habito shares its rooftop location with an outdoor swimming pool and sun terrace – the latter comes into its own when the sun goes down, thanks to its sweeping view across nighttime Faro and the beautiful Ria Formosa lagoon.