At a glance
- Sleeps 2-6
- 1-2 bedrooms
- 1 bathroom
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Swimming pool
Property highlights
- Short walk to Tavira centre
- Beautiful historic building
- 14m heated pool
- Perfect for couples
- Bar and restaurant
- Rooftop lounge
NEW FOR 2026
Tavira is one of our favourite Algarve towns, and this delightful hotel on its outskirts won our hearts from the moment we first stepped inside. If walls could talk they’d have plenty to say here; originally an 18th C palace, then a religious school for boys and most recently part of Faro college, the building oozes character, from its typical Algarve ‘scissor’ roofline to its barrel-vaulted bar. Set in lush, private gardens, today it’s a haven for couples and families alike, run with love and skill that translates into the warmest of welcomes.
NEW FOR 2026
Tavira is one of our favourite Algarve towns, and this delightful hotel on its outskirts won our hearts from the moment we first stepped inside. If walls could talk they’d have plenty to say here; originally an 18th C palace, then a religious school for boys and most recently part of Faro college, the building oozes character, from its typical Algarve ‘scissor’ roofline to its barrel-vaulted bar. Set in lush, private gardens, today it’s a haven for couples and families alike, run with love and skill that translates into the warmest of welcomes.
As befits such a venerable old building, the layout of Colégio Charm House is a little quirky and each room is therefore unique. Owners Cristina and José have added their own touches to the 20 rooms and suites, combining local antiques and souvenirs from their travels with full modern comfort and plenty of space. Some rooms have a sea view, a reminder that the soft sands and Atlantic breezes of Tavira’s island beaches are just a short ferry ride away as an alternative to the hotel’s own lovely swimming pool.
Breakfasts are abundant, with optional vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free variants to accommodate all. Tavira offers equally abundant dining options, but we highly recommend eating in for at least a night or two to enjoy the chef’s daily-changing set menu sourced from market-fresh ingredients.
Tavira itself is a very appealing little riverside town: historic yet still a real, bustling place with easy ferry access to the island beaches just offshore. The wildlife-rich Ria Formosa Natural Park and several top-notch golf courses are equally close by.
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Accommodation
Layout
- 19 suite hotel
All rooms/suites
- See separate Suites tab for individual details and photographs
- Complimentary WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Mini-fridge
- Nespresso machine and tea-making facilities
- Safe
- Hairdryer
- Telephone
- Complimentary toiletries
- Robes and slippers
General
- Concierge service
- Reception service from 08.00 to 23.00
- Breakfast includes homemade breads and croissants, local preserves, ham and cheese, fresh orange juice, fresh fruit and eggs cooked to order, served from 08.30
- Afternoon tea available
- Light meals and snacks available until 18.00
- Picnic baskets available
- Restaurant and bar open daily from 08.00 to 23.00 except Sundays. Dinner served from 19.30.
- Optional themed dinners (three course set menu €55pp); please book at breakfast on the day
- Private swimming pool
- Complimentary yoga sessions twice a week
- Baby cot available
- Leisure room with board games
- Roof terrace with views over Tavira
WiFi
- All properties with WiFi are able to support basic functionality such as web browsing and checking emails. We aim to offer an uninterrupted service but sometimes due to factors beyond our control reliability can be affected.
Hotel access times
- Check-in time – 4pm
- Check-out time – 12pm
Location
- Tavira town centre (river/castle/market/shops/restaurants/bars) 2min walk
- Faro airport 35min drive
Car hire
Car options
When you book a flight-inclusive package holiday, the following hire car(s) are included in the price of your holiday:
- 2-3 guests – 1 Group C, Renault Clio or similar*
- 4-5 guests – 1 Group E, Renault Captur or similar*
- 6 guests – 2 Group C, Renault Clio or similar*
* All our cars include comprehensive insurance with zero excess. For this particular destination, the undercarriage, tyres and windscreen are not included in the cover.
Car specification
Group C – 1.0 litre engine, 2 large and 1 small suitcases*
Group E – 1.2 litre engine, 2 large and 3 small suitcases*
The following cars are available as alternatives on request (supplements apply). Please call our travel specialists for details.
Group F – Volkswagen Golf Station Wagon or similar, 1.4 litre engine, 3 large and 3 small suitcases*
Group G – Seat Ateca SUV or similar, 1.5 litre engine, 3 large and 2 small suitcases*
Group L – Automatic Volkswagen Taigo or similar, 1.4 litre engine, 2 large and 2 small suitcases *
Group N – Volkswagen Taigo or similar, 1.4 litre engine, 2 large and 2 small suitcases*
Group O – Automatic Ford Kuga SUV or similar, 1.6 litre engine, 3 large and 2 small suitcases*
* Suitcase sizes are based on a large suitcase being approximately 75cm x 41cm x 31cm, a medium suitcase of approximately 65cm x 46cm x 29cm and a small suitcase of 55cm x 40cm x 20cm.
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Algarve holidays promise a wealth of different experiences and landscapes, whether you choose a private villa or a hotel as your base.
Portugal’s most southerly region boasts an iconic and instantly recognisable coastline of fine sandy beaches backed by ochre-yellow cliffs, sea stacks and rock archways that stand testament to the power of nature. Inland, there are rolling hills dotted with citrus and olive groves, plus crumbling castles, mountain villages and walking paths to explore. The Algarve is unique in enjoying an Atlantic coast with a Mediterranean climate, attracting not just holidaymakers but also a wide variety of birdlife that flocks to the Ria Formosa Natural Park.
And despite its long term popularity as a villa holiday destination, the Algarve has retained pockets of real character in its old towns and regional capital Faro, where you can still eat well relatively inexpensively. Portuguese cuisine is in our view one of the most underrated in Europe, so prepare to be deliciously surprised by fresh fish, hearty stews, sweet pastries and of course, world-renowned wines: saúde!
Location
- Tavira town centre (river/castle/market/shops/restaurants/bars) 2min walk
- Faro airport 35min drive
