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.
When there’s a big bar of Hermès soap in the bathroom and a tea menu, you know this is pure luxury. This wine and olive oil estate, Herdade in Portuguese, covers 450 hectares, so it is huge but it doesn’t feel too big. It’s because the various accommodations are spread out and all have their own style. This is such a special hideaway, very suitable for the spoilt international traveller who goes for luxury and (eco) top quality in combination with nature, Alentejo deluxe!