Small Boutique hotels in ALENTEJO

This charming property enjoys a fantastic location, surrounded by olive trees on a promontory on the Caia reservoir, in the heart of the Alentejo region. Set in a recently restored traditional farmhouse, Casa de Ermida de Santa Catarina offers charming bed and breakfast accommodation in a delightful, tranquil lakeside setting. Ideal for relaxing visits to this beautiful region, Casa de Ermida de Santa Catarina is perfectly situated for outdoor activities on and around the reservoir. Birdlife abounds, and outdoor activities available from the house include fishing, canoeing and wind-surfing. A nearby monument is the charming little chapel of Santa Catarina, standing on a lonely strip of land that at times is cut off from the main property by the rising waters. Going slightly further afield, visitors will find the historic city of Elvas, with its two forts, Nossa Senhora da Graça and Santa Luzia, while the Spanish border and Badajoz are also within easy reach. Casa de Ermida de Santa Catarina has just six rooms and one suite, all charmingly furnished and spacious. The house features a large living room, with a fireplace, satellite TV and DVD player, which opens out onto a large veranda with sweeping views of the lake. There is also a large dining room, where a splendid breakfast is served every morning.

Located in the heart of the Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park, Casas da Lupa is set in a new design building combining the purity of traditional local architecture with modern comforts and facilities. This charming boutique property offers exclusive bed and breakfast accommodation in a tranquil rural atmosphere. Just eight kilometres from the coast at Zambujeira do Mar, Casas da Lupa is within easy reach of a number of spectacular beaches, including Praia dos Alteirinhos and Praia do Carvalhal. Activities available from the house include hiking and trekking, cycling, astronomy and bird watching. A number of special programmes are offered, and horse riding, scuba diving and canoeing are just a few of the additional activities that can be arranged on request. Casa da Lupa consists of three separate buildings surrounded by a large garden with a swimming pool furnished with sun-loungers and comfortable cushions. Guest suites and rooms are distributed in the three wings, and there is also a breakfast-living room, a TV lounge and a reception area in the main house. All rooms and suites feature airy, minimalist decoration and a range of modern amenities.

This spectacular property is located just a short distance from the Maranhão lake, near the historic village of Avis in the Alentejo region of Portugal. Set in an ultra-modern design building, Herdade da Cortesia is an eco-friendly boutique hotel offering charming accommodation in a quiet, rural atmosphere. Enjoying a perfect location for outdoor holidays, Herdade da Cortesia offers guests numerous open air activities and sports on the doorstep. Guests can enjoy canoeing and rowing on the lake from the hotel's private jetty, while land-based attractions include cycling, horse riding, fitness and archery. Hot-air balloon trips are also available. The lake is filled with interesting bird life, while nearby landmarks include the medieval castle and the church of the Convent of São Bento at Avis. The historic city of Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is just over an hour's drive away. Surrounded by splendid gardens with a huge pool, Herdade da Cortesia's Restaurant 180 offers delicious interpretations of typical Alentejo cuisine in a splendid setting, with fine views of the lake and the surrounding countryside. Guests can also enjoy snacks and drinks on the terrace, while drinks and refreshments are served all day at the bar. For business visitors, there is a fully equipped meeting room for successful events and presentations.

Enjoying a fine location in the heart of the Alentejo countryside, near the town of Cercal, Herdade da Matinha Country House & Resort is set in a carefully restored and modernised farm estate. This charming property offers comfortable accommodation in a quiet rural atmosphere. Ideal for relaxing visits to this beautiful corner of Portugal, Herdade da Matinha Country House & Resort is just eight kilometres from the Atlantic ocean and the spectacular beaches of the Vicentine Coast natural park. Activities available from the resort include horse riding, hiking and cycling. The local beaches are favourite spots for surfers and windsurfers, and lessons can be arranged. Herdade da Matinha Country House & Resort has just twenty rooms and suites, all cosily furnished and decorated. Located in the former stables of the property, the rooms are air-conditioned, and have independent entrances leading onto the large, shady garden. On request, guests can enjoy delicious evening meals in the restaurant, featuring regional cuisine and the finest local produce and home-grown vegetables.

Located in the heart of the Alentejo countryside, overlooking the banks of the river Guadiana, Herdade do Sobroso is set in a magnificent wine estate. Surrounded by vineyards and with spectacular, unbroken views as far as the eye can see, this charming boutique property offers exclusive accommodation and activities in a delightful rural setting. Ideal for relaxing visits to this beautiful, unspoiled region, Herdade do Sobroso offers guests a huge range of activities in and around the estate. These include birdwatching, fishing, photographic safaris, canoeing and horse riding, among many others. As part of a modern winery, the Herdade also organises wine tours and tastings, and these can be combined with traditional lunches, cheese tastings, or even hot-air balloon flights. Herdade do Sobroso has just eleven luxurious rooms and suites, located in the main farmhouse and in the separate Stork House, close to the pool. All rooms are air-conditioned, and feature a range of modern amenities, including Wi-Fi internet connections, flat-screen plasma televisions and mini-bars. Breakfast is served in the elegant dining area and consists of traditional Alentejo bread, croissants, fresh cheeses, jams, honey, home-made cakes, buns, freshly squeezed orange juice and much, much more. Lunches and evening meals are available on prior request.

Hotel Quinta da Chamine has 8 cozy rooms offering maximum comfort in the middle of nature. All rooms are air conditioned, have en suite bathroom and separate access. Internet (Wi-Fi) is available in all public areas.With individual styled bedroom suites, the understated facilities include club and games room with roaring log fires in the winter season, fine dining offered inside or on the extensive terraces, an outdoor pool. A beautiful hotel reminiscent of the finest private members clubs and colonial haunts, Hotel Quinta da Chamine in Portugal's stunning Ferreira do Alentejo, brings new life to a once abandoned 16th Century farm. Set in more than 300 acres of rolling arable land and olive groves, dotted with Roman ruins and offering easy access to the wild beaches and artisan communities of Comporta, Hotel Quinta da Chamine offers a true escape for the discerning traveller. Experience this unique boutique hotel set in a peaceful environment, ideal for relaxing and enjoying nature and food.

Imani Country House is set in a magnificently restored and modernised period farmhouse. This charming boutique property offers delightful accommodation in a tranquil, friendly setting. Just fifteen kilometres from the spectacular historic city of Évora, replete with fantastic landmarks and monuments and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Imani Country House is perfect for relaxing visits to this beautiful, unspoiled corner of Portugal. Surrounded by huge grounds, with ancient trees, orange groves, well tended lawns and lush meadows, the hotel features two outdoor swimming pools. Outdoor activities in the area include fishing, bird watching, hiking, mountain biking and water sports. The important megalithic site of Cromeleque dos Almendres is a two minute drive away. With just seven uniquely designed rooms and suites, accommodation at Imani Country House is intimate and cosy. Each room has a private terrace with a garden entrance, and features bright and airy decoration, with high exposed beam ceilings, noble timber floors and elegant but comfortable furniture. Breakfast is served in the charming dining area, or out of doors on the terrace.

L'And Vineyards enjoys a fabulous location in the heart of the Alentejo countryside, standing in the midst of vineyards and rolling fields near the town of Montemor-o-Novo. Surrounded by spectacular gardens and set in an award-winning design building, this unique property offers exclusive accommodation in a tranquil rural setting. Ideally situated for relaxing visits to this magnificent region, many of the Alentejo's most important landmarks and attractions are within easy reach of L'And Vineyards, including the historic city of Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its Gothic cathedral, the aqueduct and the Roman temple, among its many fabulous monuments. The Alentejo is reputedly one of the least contaminated and most unspoilt regions in Europe, and this can be appreciated in the fantastic rural landscape and its clear skies. L'And Vineyards' exclusive Sky suites feature a unique retractable ceiling, allowing star-gazing at nights. As part of a fully functioning winery, L'And Vineyards offers wine tastings and visits to the cellars, as well as a number of vinotherapy treatments at its exclusive spa and wellness centre. The wine theme is carried over into the magnificent menus at the Michelin-starred restaurant, with the perfect marriage of the seasonal menus with the extensive wine list.

Enjoying a fabulous location beside the aqueduct of Évora, M'ar de Ar Aqueduto is situated in a sympathetically restored and modernised 16th century mansion. Formerly known as the Sepulveda Palace, this spectacular boutique property has maintained the chapel, the domed ceilings and three Manueline windows on the main façade of the original building. M'ar de Ar Aqueduto offers five-star accommodation and fine dining in an exclusive, central setting. Standing in the shadow of the Água de Prata aqueduct - the silver water aqueduct, M'ar de Ar Aqueduto is within a few minutes' walk from many of Évora's most important landmarks and monuments, including the Roman temple, and the fabulous Gothic cathedral. This historic city is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and offers many more spectacular sights within its walled city. M'ar de Ar Aqueduto offers guests a spectacular garden with views of the aqueduct, and a fabulous outdoor pool. Located on the ground floor of the Sepulveda Palace, the restaurant Degust`AR offers delicious menus based on traditional Alentejo cuisine and innovative Mediterranean flavours. There is also a comfortable lounge bar and an excellent wine-bar cellar. Guests can also take advantage of the Aqueduto Spa and Wellness centre, featuring a Turkish bath, sauna, a fully equipped fitness room and a wide range of treatments and massages.

The hotel forms part of the Herdade da Malhadinha Nova Wine Estate and blends in perfectly with the bucolic landscape of the vast Alentejo plain. Here guests are offered the sweet comfort of an Alentejo style country house where tradition and modern comfort live side by side in perfect harmony. The combination of design, country living and elegance appeals to all the senses, allowing visitors to see, feel, hear and breathe in the details of the hotel. The spacious, elegant rooms, pool and spa nestled among the vineyards together with modern comforts and technology are all part of the experience. The hotel´s gourmet restaurant offers designer cuisine; modern interpretations of traditional dishes made with local produce served with estate produced wines.

Standing by a small lake in the heart of the Alentejo countryside, this unique property is situated in a new-build structure on the site of a traditional Alentejo estate. Monte Velho Equo Resort is a luxury boutique hotel offering exclusive accommodation and fabulous outdoor activities in a tranquil rural setting. Located just thirty kilometres from the centre of the historic city of Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Monte Velho Equo Resort is the perfect spot for exploring this beautiful region. Guests can go canoeing or fishing on the lake, take walking tours around the huge grounds of the property, or enjoy easy rides on the resorts bicycles. The raison d'être of the resort is its Lusitano horse breeding farm, and Monte Velho offers a huge range of riding activities and packages, including training, lessons and full stable facilities. Guest can ride indoors, outdoors on the Olympic sized arena, go for longer rides on the estate's 250 hectares of private land or in the surrounding National Ecological Reserve. Monte Velho Equo Resort's spectacular new wing combines avant-garde design with traditional materials and construction techniques. Rooms and suites offer fabulous open views of the surrounding countryside, and come with a full range of modern amenities, including air-conditioning, Wi-Fi and iPod docking stations. Guests can take advantage of a delightful outdoor swimming pool, with sun loungers, parasols and a shaded veranda area.

Stay in a chocolate factory palace! With Wi-Fi Internet, a swimming pool and modern comfortable rooms each with a big bed and private bathroom, Palacete da Real Companhia do Cacau (The Royal Cocoa Company Palace) offers a unique experience just 45 minutes from Lisbon in Portugal. Discover how chocolate is made in the working factory and sample freshly made delights. Lounge by the swimming pool or explore the quiet historic area. Enjoy the extensive grounds and event facilities at Palacete da Real Companhia do Cacau. Perfect for a romantic getaway or a corporate retreat, this is a special kind of boutique hotel.

Secluded among Portugal’s enchanting forests is a restores 15th century castle, once the home of the favoured Barons of the king. With architecture influenced by Islamic and gothic styles, this National Monument is how the captivating hotel Pousada Castelo de Alvito. This peaceful hotel is perfect to explore the landscapes of the area and its rich history, culture, and gastronomy. The hotel itself has its own restaurants; a buffet breakfast in what was once the dungeons of the castle and dinner at the outside terrace overlooking the inner courtyard. Pousada Castelo de Alvito also features a swimming pool and organized activities. Guests can experience what it was like to sleep in a castle by relishing in the traditional yet restored rooms of the castle. Each with a four-poster bed and rich tapestries but updated amenities, the grand rooms are some of the most unique of their kind. Pousada Castelo de Alvito organizes many activities both on and off the property from wine and food tastings and regional products, water sports, bike rides and hikes, bird watching, and even hunting. Areas of interest not far from the hotel are Castelo de Altivo and Ermida de São Sebastião.

This boutique hotel is a historic castle with a modern addition featuring comfortable rooms and luxury suites. With free Internet Wi-fi, enjoy all the modern comforts of today while discovering the mysteries of the past. Once a monastery, a castle and a palace, Pousada Mosteiro do Crato consists of different buildings reflecting the architectural changes throughout the ages. There is Gothic, Moorish and Renaissance styles. The Old Wing houses all the Superior Rooms and three Standard Rooms. Each one is different but most have a stone wall. The New Wing features large Standard Rooms with two beds. With its ancient walls, well groomed gardens, swimming pool, Jacuzzi, restaurant, and business center meeting room, Pousada Mosteiro do Crato has the perfect setting for a romantic getaway, a fun family vacation, an elegant wedding, or any stylish event.

Located in the heart of the São Mamede Natural Park, this spectacular property stands in two-hundred thousand square metres of farm and parkland, principally devoted to the cultivation of lavender. Just four kilometres from the beautiful town of Castelo de Vide, Quinta das Lavandas offers charming bed and breakfast accommodation in a privileged rural setting. Enjoying a delightful rural situation, Quinta das Lavandas is perfect for relaxing visits to this beautiful area of the northern Alentejo. The nearby historic town of Castelo de Vide is justly famous as one of the most beautiful in Portugal, while Portalegre, with its famous cathedral, and the spectacular hilltop town of Marvão are both within easy reach of the property. On the farm itself, guests can enjoy guided visits to the vineyard, the lavender plantations and the still, where the fascinating distillation process of lavender oil is explained in full detail. The region is ideal for hiking and mountain biking, with myriad routes and trails passing through spectacular natural areas. Quinta das Lavandas has just seven unique bedrooms, each individually themed after plants and trees cultivated on the farm - olive, lavender, rosemary, oak... Charming furnishing and warm décor are complemented by original artefacts by local artists.

Standing in the heart of the Setubal countryside, near the village of Aldeia do Meco, Quinta do Miguel is a charming boutique property set in a typical Portuguese "Quinta". Surrounded by huge shaded gardens, with centennial trees and well-tended lawns, Quinta do Miguel offers delightful accommodation in a quiet, rural atmosphere. Less than three kilometre from fabulous Atlantic beaches, Quinta do Miguel is ideal for relaxing visits in this charming corner of the Setubal region. Close to the Arrabida Natural Park and the bustling fishing port of Sesimbra, other nearby landmarks include Cabo Espichel and the Nossa Senhora do Cabo church. Within the property itself, guests can enjoy refreshing dips in the outdoor pool or enjoy the outdoor hot tub in cooler weather. Bicycles are available to explore the countryside, and other outdoor activities available include fishing, windsurfing, diving and snorkelling. Accommodation at Quinta do Miguel consists of just six self-catering units: a huge loft, two studios, and three villas. All rooms are individually designed and decorated, and feature large, diaphanous spaces with comfortable, modern furnishings and large en-suite bathrooms. All rooms come with free Wi-Fi internet connection and cable channels.

Standing on a bluff overlooking the river Tejo, Quinta do Tagus Village enjoys a fine location between Trafaria and Porto Brandão. Situated in a purpose built property, this charming resort offers sumptuous accommodation and relaxing activities in a spectacular setting. Bordered by olive groves and a shady wood, Quinta do Tagus Village offers guests sweeping views of Lisbon and the river Tejo. The centre of the city is just over fifteen kilometres away by the 25 de Abril bridge, and there are also regular ferry services between Trafaria, Porto Brandão and Belém. Perfect for quiet visits away from the bustle of the city, Quinta do Tagus Village has its own riding stables, and guests can enjoy the shady garden and the large swimming pool with hydro-massage features. With just five suites, accommodation at Quinta do Tagus Village is comfortable and exclusive. Each suite is individually themed and decorated, and feature original works of art and custom designed furniture. Modern amenities are not forgotten, and all suites are air-conditioned and are equipped with satellite televisions and luxurious en-suite bathrooms.

Surrounded by nothing but sun and wild native landscape, Sobreiras Alentejo Country Hotel is a modern complex offering comfort and easy access for people with reduced mobility. The rooms are bright yet private and feature a private bathroom and luxurious natural amenities. Bask in the sun. Lounge by the pool. Play tennis. The elegant set of buildings features a restaurant and a multi-purpose room for events or meetings. There is ample parking and free Wi-Fi Internet. Sobreiras Alentejo Country Hotel is the perfect base to branch out into the environment. Discover local traditions and arts in the historical castles. Participate in centuries old festivals in nearby villages. Explore the natural wonders of the area or surf the extensive beaches. The wide night sky filled with stars is not to be missed.

Located in the heart of the historic town of Vila Viçosa, Solar dos Mascarenhas is situated in the grounds of a 16th century manor house, with stables, a delightful garden and a swimming pool. This luxury boutique hotel is a short walk from the magnificent Ducal Palace of Vila Viçosa, once the seat of the ruling house of the Kingdom of Portugal. Other landmarks and attractions in the town include the castle and the convent of Santo Agostinho. The historic city of Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is just three-quarters of an hour's drive away. Solar dos Mascarenhas has a fine garden, with a sun terrace and swimming pool. There is a bar, and evening meals can be arranged on request in the restaurant, located in the old cellar and barn of this historic property. Solar dos Mascarenhas has eighteen double rooms and four suites, all elegantly furnished and spacious. Located in a modern building in the old gardens of Solar, the rooms are air-conditioned, come with king-size or twin beds and feature a range of amenities, including flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi internet connection. Extra beds or baby cots may be added to some rooms upon request.

Remotely located inland, this adults only retreat features a gourmet restaurant, swimming pool, and wellness facilities. Each comfortable bedroom features free Wi-Fi Internet and its own bathroom with a shower or bathtub. Come by car and park for free on site. Enjoy a dip in the swimming pool. Lounge on your own wooden deck. Indulge in an extra luxury in the wellness area and schedule a massage or treatment. Try the fine dining restaurant on site or drive to town to explore more options. Discover the unique arid landscape and the wildlife that thrives here from your rural home base at Sublime Comporta Country Retreat.

Located in the heart of the Alentejo countryside, Tivoli Évora Ecoresort is set in a unique design building, the first hotel in the world to be clad in cork. This material forms an integral part of the eco-friendly nature of this boutique property, providing insulation and sound-proofing as well as a natural touch to the building. Standing in large gardens with centennial olive, holm-oak and cork trees, Tivoli Évora Ecoresort offers luxurious accommodation in a tranquil rural setting. Situated just eight kilometres from the beautiful city of Évora, a UNESCO world heritage site, Tivoli Évora Ecoresort is perfect for relaxing holidays in this beautiful corner of the Alentejo region. Évora boasts a number of spectacular landmarks and monuments, including the cathedral, the Roman temple, and the aqueduct, among many other sights. Tivoli Évora Ecoresort is home to the Restaurant Cardo, offering beautiful views of the Alentejo landscape and a menu filled with delicious Mediterranean and traditional Portuguese flavours. Guests can also take advantage of the Spa and Wellness centre, featuring a Turkish bath, sauna, several treatment rooms and a fully equipped gym. There is also a spectacular outdoor pool, and two fully equipped meeting rooms for successful business events.

Torre de Palma Wine Hotel is a quiet oasis set inside a private wine estate and features a winery, a horse riding arena and extensive well kept grounds. The 19 modern and comfortable rooms make this a boutique hotel not to be missed. The rooms have a sleek contemporary feel with all the modern comforts such as Wi-Fi Internet and private bathrooms and amenities. There is an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, a spa, and elegant restaurant on site. Torre de Palma Wine Hotel is ideal for a romantic getaway, just two hours from Lisbon. There is even a chapel and a screening room so this is the perfect venue for a wedding or group event. The professional staff is experienced in hospitality and know how to cater to groups as well as to individual needs.

Standing before the disused railway lines at Beirã, Train Spot Guest House is located in the beautifully restored railway station, a listed historic building. This charming boutique guest house offers comfortable accommodation in a unique, friendly setting. The restoration of Train Spot has incorporated many of the unique features of this splendid building, including its magnificent ceramic tiling, high ceilings with exposed timber beams, and tall arched widows. Public areas are spacious and airy, and many rooms have delightful views of the surrounding countryside. Perfect for exploring this beautiful, unspoiled area of the Alentejo, Train Spot Guest House offers a huge range of landmarks and attractions within easy reach. The hilltop village of Marvao, with its castle perched on a rocky crag, is just ten kilometres away, while the Roman ruins of Ammaia are also close by. Outdoor activities available include hiking, cycling, horse riding and water sports. Train Spot organises traditional bread-making courses, and in summer, there are fado and flamenco concerts on the railway tracks. Since the railway line was closed in 2012, Train Spot offers a range of different types of lodging, from double or triple rooms with a shared bathroom, to double or triple rooms with en-suite bathrooms and apartments for two to four guests.