Albufeira Stag Do's

Let’s be honest. If you’re booking an Albufeira stag do, then you’re coming mostly for one reason: the nightlife. And believe us, you won’t be disappointed. After chilling out for the day by the beach, you can throw yourselves into the action along the infamous Strip (Avenida Dr. Francisco Sà Carneiro, running through both Montechoro and Areias de São João), with some bars and clubs open all the way until 6am. Think you’ve got the stamina for it? Then read on with our stag do guide to Albufeira nightlife.

The action goes on well into the early hours in Albufeira, so we’d suggest easing into it gently with an Albufeira pool party. Located just outside town, this is one of the Algarve’s most stylish beach clubs, and we can arrange for you to have comfortable teak sunbeds waiting for you on arrival, as well as a chilled bottle of champagne to sip as the sun goes down. There are numerous laidback bars along the beaches as well that are ideal for enjoying a beautiful sunset.

Moving on to the Strip, many of the owners of the bars are British expats, so you’ll be right at home from the moment that you walk in. And with tons of Happy Hours to enjoy, you’re certain to have a warm welcome. Some of our favourite locales include McDonnell’s - a classic Irish pub at the head of the Strip. This is where you want to come if your team is playing while you’re away, as it has several big screens showing the sports. A five-minute walk away is Matt’s Bar, which serves up urban and house music, and also features a bucking bronco ride which we don’t recommend tackling after downing a few shots. There is also La Bamba Cocktail Bar, which serves up some tasty as cocktails if you're feeling a little fruity and need something tasty before hitting it hard and dealing with a hangover. Albufeira boat parties often continue on here, and Matt’s does superb boozy brunches designed expressly for stag and hen parties. 

Libertos is a touch of class, boasting a spacious outdoor terrace with seating. Come for the signature cocktails, and the chance of spotting a celebrity. Then there is KISS Disco Club, which is an Albufeira institution. Split over two levels, it has four bars, a pumping sound system over which big name DJs play, and VIP areas with table service available, always a winner with our stag groups. 

Our Albufeira Bar Crawls are always a reliable way to get your bearings, find a handful of nightspots that suit you, and enjoy plenty of free drinks, in the company of a friendly female guide. You can also opt for one of our epic Party Boat Cruises of course, which will often include free nightclub entry. 

Speaking of clubs, it’s worth mentioning that Club Vida, found at R. Victória Nº3, is one of the biggest and best clubs in the Algarve. There are special DJ performances throughout the year, so check beforehand who is playing. Club Vida attracts thousands of revellers with top-name DJs behind the decks, and is definitely worth the journey over if you want a big night.

Lastly, don’t ignore the Old Town, especially if you want somewhere good to eat that has a more traditionally Portuguese flavour. But don’t expect the rampant hedonism of the New Town either. It’s much more relaxed - a good bet for those evenings when you’re recovering from a heavy night and want to take it easy.