The Vicentina coast is an absolute gem of a place in South-West Portugal, with its wild and wonderful nature, making it a total paradise for hikers, cyclists, surfers and all you outdoor enthusiasts out there. Surrounded by all this beauty, I found a special Local Hideaway. This beautiful luxury hotel reflects nature in its design, with hushed architecture reminiscent of the clean lines and pisé construction of Morocco, as well as in its tasteful interior. Get ready for the perfect place to step back, still and let nature, wellness and tranquillity awaken your senses… slow travel to the max!
A famous French shoe designer opening a hotel in Portugal… it sounds a bit strange, doesn’t it?! But Christian Louboutin has loved coming to the west coast in the Alentejo below Lisbon for years and also has his own home there. So it was a logical step to unleash his creative brain on a new small-scale luxury hotel in authentic Melides.
He created a beautifully eclectic place where his love of art and travel come together in perfect balance. Of course, with every comfort and quality.
There’s another new kid in town…. This hideaway is perfect for foodies! Hidden among centuries-old olive trees and cork oaks in the heart of the Alentejo, you’ll find a top restaurant where you can also stay overnight, how convenient. Indulge your taste buds with a refined menu where the flavours of the Alentejo take centre stage. You will be immensely pampered here by the friendly and capable staff and the matching wines are the best gems from the region. Then roll right into your super comfy bed, the rooms are gorgeous and furnished with the finest local deco items. In the morning, you wake up to the sound of the birds… if the weather is nice, take a refreshing dip in the pool before breakfast. What a wonderful place, a real treat! Tip: take the train from Lisbon and let the enchanting landscape of the Alentejo glide past you. Évora is just around the corner, also highly recommended!
From your lounger at the edge of the infinity pool, staring at the sheep grazing over the hills… it does not get any more Alentejo Zen! At 45 minutes from Lisbon airport, we discovered this new gem. A recently completely renovated farmhouse, the house of the grandparents of the dear hostess Dona Toia, is now a charming bed & breakfast with 5 suites. All with their own terrace, bathroom and fully equipped kitchen. But this is not all, the family now owns 3 townhouses in the historic town of Alcácer do Sal, 10 minutes by car, which are also rented out.