Head to head
AuramarvsPine Cliffs Resort
AuramarPine Cliffs Resort
Quick Stats
7.2
Overall Score
8.6
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.0 (3,850)
Google Rating
4.6 (4,097)
From $87
Price / Night (pp)
From $195
No
Adults Only
No
Yes
Kids' Club
Yes
Near coast
Beachfront
Oceanfront
Mid-size
Resort Size
Grand
40 min
Airport Transfer
35 min
All Scores
8.3
Beach
8.9
6.8
Food
8.5
6.2
Rooms
—
7.4
Pools
—
7.7
Value
—
7.3
Family
9.1
—
Quiet
7.8
—
Wellness
8.8
Vibes
Auramar
Pine Cliffs Resort
QuietRomanceAdventure
Activities
Auramar
Water sportsKids
Pine Cliffs Resort
SpaGolfKids
Auramar
- 40 min from FAO
Pine Cliffs Resort
- Clifftop ocean views
- 9-hole golf course
- Serenity spa
- 7 restaurants including Porto Pirata
Pros — Auramar
- Excellent location near Praia dos Aveiros.
- Good value for travelers prioritizing beach access.
- Straightforward all-inclusive package with meals, drinks, pools and Wi-Fi.
Pros — Pine Cliffs Resort
- Excellent family facilities, including one of the Algarve’s strongest kids-club setups.
- Dramatic clifftop position above Praia da Falésia.
- Strong activity mix with golf, tennis, spa, pools and extensive dining.
- Good for families needing apartment-style space in a luxury resort setting.
Cons — Auramar
- Dated room product.
- Buffet variety is not a premium dining experience.
- Three-star positioning may not fit travelers expecting upscale all-inclusive standards.
Cons — Pine Cliffs Resort
- Beach access involves a descent from the cliffs and may feel inconvenient with very young children.
- Large resort footprint can reduce the intimate beach-hotel feel.
- Not consistently described as ultra-luxury by recent guest commentary.
- Older children may find some pools less exciting than water-park-style resorts.