Formosa Guest House - Tavira

Guest house in Tavira's historic center next to the Roman Bridge

Location & Setting

Formosa Guest House Tavira sits on the main square of Tavira's historic center, directly next to the Roman Bridge over the Gilão River. The Tavira Castle walls are a 3-minute walk from the guest house, offering views over the city and its delicate garden. Tavira Gran Plaza shopping centre is within 15 minutes' walking, while the ferry to Tavira Island is a 5-minute drive away, and Pego do Inferno waterfall is accessible from the natural surroundings.

Rooms

Each room at Formosa Guest House combines modern and antique furniture, and some rooms offer balconies overlooking the Gilão River. Rooms are named after local birds and feature hand-painted artwork of those birds on the door by a local artist. The property offers rooms with private bathrooms inside the room, private bathrooms outside the room, and rooms with shared bathrooms.

Amenities & Facilities

The guest house provides two fully equipped kitchens per floor for guests to use, along with a shared garden, outdoor furniture, a sun terrace, and a large rooftop terrace with 360° views of the river and town. Guests have access to board games, a washing machine (available for a charge), and luggage storage. Daily housekeeping is provided, and the property offers air conditioning, heating, and designated smoking areas.

Services

Formosa Guest House offers airport shuttle services (airport drop off and pick up) to and from Faro International Airport, which is 40 km away. The staff at the manned reception desk provide invoice provided and can arrange laundry services. Luggage storage is available for guests arriving before check-in or after check-out.

Outdoor Spaces

The property has a garden with outdoor furniture and a sun terrace, as well as a separate rooftop terrace offering panoramic views of Tavira's skyline and the river. Guests can use the shared garden for relaxation, and the rooftop terrace is noted in guest reviews as a highlight with many chairs. The outdoor spaces are accessible to all guests staying at Formosa Guest House.

• Location: Tavira historic center, next to Roman Bridge, 3 min to castle
• Rooms: Bright rooms with river views, bird-themed artwork
• Amenities: Two fully equipped kitchens per floor
• Outdoor: 360° rooftop terrace with river and town views
• Services: Airport shuttle, daily housekeeping, luggage storage
• Nearby: 5-min drive to Tavira Island ferry, Pego do Inferno waterfall

Licence number: 11951/AL