The Alentejo is the most extensive Portuguese region. This means that there is plenty to see and experience, among wines, bucolic landscapes, charming villages and paradisiacal beaches. Therefore, the ideal is to appreciate every detail with calm, and a good lodging is essential to experience this experience.
Check below five suggestions of hotels with varied styles for visitors to enjoy unforgettable moments in Alentejo.
1 – São Lourenço do Barrocal
Located on an estate of 7.8 million square meters, this estate houses several types of activities for guests: wine tasting, picnics, hiking, stargazing and even balloon rides. Its great differential is the option of renting charming houses separated from the main hotel, ideal for those who cherish for privacy and seek to relax connecting with the Alentejo nature.
2 – Horta da Lameira
Horta da Lameira offers regional cuisine and pampering in a setting full of nature. As for gastronomy, the lamb stew and the chicken açorda are highlighted. With a privileged location near Évora, the main city of the region, it becomes the ideal refuge after a tour exploring the imposing historical monuments.
3 – Herdade do Vau
Located near the Guadiana River, the Herdade do Vau is in the center of a triangle of historic cities formed by Beja, Serpa and Mértola. Here you can take a balloon ride through the plains, explore the wine producing estates and venture into photo safari. Highlight for its minimalist and elegant decoration, which conveys the true warmth of the home.
4 – Sublime Comporta
With breathtaking views, the luxurious Sublime Comporta in Grândola is filled with natural beauties on its 17 hectares. Pine trees, wild dunes, rice paddies and secret lagoons impress tourists. The beauty of the natural environment is perfectly integrated with architectural simplicity: the rooms and cabins with detailed decoration provide refinement, without taking the spotlight off the beauties of the exterior. You can also relax in the spa with specific treatments that help you take care of your body and mind.
5 – Heads of Reguengo
An excellent alternative for lovers of fine Alentejo wine, overlooking the incredible S. Mamede Park. In addition to its romantic climate, the hotel offers activities in the grape harvesting and treading of grapes. The tasting of the drink is another indispensable attraction, even more because of the taste of the delicious regional cheeses and sausages that boast the flavor of the regional cuisine.