The Best Hotels in Alentejo

L'AND offers award-winning accommodation among vineyards in Alentejo’s scenic countryside. It is set in an architectural gem featuring suites with opening ceilings to sleep under the stars.

The 22 state-of-the-art suites at L'AND Vineyards are built in natural stone and local wood. They are all fitted with the help of interior designers and open out onto panoramic patios with outdoor fireplaces. Some have a plunge pool.

A culinary journey is possible at the on-site restaurant serving dishes prepared with locally-sourced ingredients. Food is matched by fully flavoured wines, produced at the renowned in-house vinery.

Grape-infused treatments and massages are available at the Caudalie Spa. An outdoor swimming pool, an indoor heated pool, a sauna and tennis courts complement the offer. L'AND Vineyards also includes a bike rental to discover the nearby town of Montemor-o-Novo.

Surrounded by 80 000m² of beautiful gardens, this 5-star hotel is 4 km from Évora city centre and housed in a renovated 15th-century convent. It offers a piano bar and free parking.

Guest rooms at Convento do Espinheiro are luxuriously furnished, free wifi and coffee machine. Each en suite bathroom offers a bathrobe, slippers and free bathroom amenities. Some rooms have a private terrace.

Massage treatments are available at Convento do Espinheiro’s spa. Leisure facilities include a tennis court, indoor and outdoor pools and a well-equipped fitness centre.

Guests can enjoy cocktails at Convento do Espinheiro Historic Hotel & Spa poolside bar. Restaurant Divinus serves a mix of Mediterranean and Portuguese cuisine. A complimentary wine tasting is available everyday, in the late afternoon .

Évora city centre is a 10-minute drive from this luxurious hotel.

São Lourenço do Barrocal is located in the foothills of the medieval village of Monsaraz and nearby the Alqueva lake. The pet-friendly property is set in a 780-hectare estate, which comprises a restaurant, a bar lounge, a pool bar, a Spa with fitness centre, a winery and a store.

The hotel offers guest rooms and houses with countryside views. Every room is air-conditioned, has a TV with cable channels, a coffee machine and underfloor heating in all bathrooms.

All houses feature a spacious seating area, a dining room and a fully-equipped kitchen where guests are welcome to prepare their own meals. The on-site restaurant serves traditional Alentejo cuisine.

A seasonal outdoor pool and children's playing facilities are also available. Bicycles can be hired free of charge and the staff is available to help guests with car hire. The area is popular for horse riding and cycling, and other popular activities at the estate include picnics and wine tastings. Free private parking is available on site.

Situated in Évora, 18 km from Cathedral of Evora Se, Octant Evora features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has a garden, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a kids' club and free WiFi.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. The rooms are fitted with a kettle, while selected rooms also boast a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a dishwasher. At Octant Evora rooms have bed linen and towels.

Buffet and gluten-free breakfast options are available each morning at the accommodation.

Octant Evora offers 4-star accommodation with a spa centre and terrace. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Évora, like cycling.

Roman Temple of Evora is 18 km from Octant Evora, while Chapel of Bones is 19 km from the property. The nearest airport is Badajoz Airport, 126 km from the accommodation.

Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Sobreiras Alentejo Country Hotel - by Unlock Hotels is located in Grândola. Free quick internet access via optical fiber is available.

Each room here will provide you with air conditioning, a terrace and a minibar. The private bathroom comes with a bath or shower and free toiletries. You can enjoy mountain and garden views. Extras include a desk, a safety deposit box and a laptop safe.

At Sobreiras Alentejo Country Hotel - by Unlock Hotels you will find a 24-hour front desk, a garden and a terrace. Other facilities offered at the property include luggage storage.

An array of activities can be enjoyed in the surroundings, including cycling and hiking. The property offers free parking. Lisbon Portela Airport is 124 km away.

Offering an outdoor pool and featuring lush green surroundings. Sublime Comporta Country Retreat & SPA is located in Comporta. The unit features luxurious rooms with furnished wooden terraces.

Each spacious and modernly-decorated room or suite includes a flat-screen satellite TV, air conditioning and a balcony. The seating area opens to the terrace and some of the suites are duplexes. Featuring a bath or shower, the private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer.

Guests are welcome to have a taste of the local cuisine in the property’s in house restaurant, which also has an extensive wine selection. Grândola is 17 km away and features a variety of traditional Portuguese restaurants.

Following a refreshing dip in the swimming pool, guests can lounge in the sun or enjoy a cocktail from the bar. Afterwards they may even head to the Spa and Wellness centre and take in a massage or a session in the sauna. Bicycle rental is also possible, for those wishing to tour the surroundings in leisure.

The tranquil Sublime Comporta Country Retreat & SPA is 97 km from Setúbal and 99 km from the green areas and small beaches of Arrábida Natural Park. The white sandy beaches of Comporta, Carvalhal and Pego are within 10 km. Lisbon’s Portela International Airport is 127 km from the property.

Blending traditional and modern design, the 4-star Octant Santiago is situated on a hilltop overlooking the castle of Santiago do Cacém. Surrounded by Alentejo countryside, it offers an outdoor swimming pool.

All individually decorated rooms at Octant Santiago are fitted with floor-to-ceiling windows and private balconies. Each is air conditioned and has a minibar.

Strongly connected to the local culture and traditions, Octant Santiago is a cooking hotel where the gastronomy and culinary experiences are the main attractions.

Within 20 km from the desert and pristine beaches of the Alentejo Coast, Santiago Hotel is the perfect starting point to enjoy a variety of activities including windsurfing, kite surfing, hiking, cycling and fishing.

The Octant Santiago is located a 15-minute drive from the seaside town of Sines. The Portela Airport is 92 km away.

TEIMA, Alentejo SW is a bed and breakfast located 6 km from São Teotónio and has an outdoor swimming pool. This modernly decorated B&B is surrounded by nature and all rooms feature a terrace with views to the lush countryside.

Featuring a flat-screen satellite TV, the spacious rooms come with a private bathroom including free toiletries. The rooms also come with a minibar and free WiFi access.

Breakfast is served each morning in the property's breakfast room, which overlooks the swimming pool. For more meal options, guests may venture to nearby Brejão, Odeceixe or Zambujeira do Mar, all featuring several traditional restaurants, serving the region’s rich and varied cuisine.

The property’s wide green areas are ideal for hiking or for a relaxing stroll through nature. TEIMA has several farm animals within its property, meaning that guests may interact with donkeys, horses or dogs if they wish.

The nearest beach areas are Carvalhal, Machados and Amália, all approximately 5 km from the property. Odemira is a 23-minute drive away, while Odeceixe is 10 km from the unit. TEIMA, Alentejo SW is a 90-minute drive from Faro International Airport.

Located 1 km off the IP2 motorway, Malhadinha is a rural manor set among pristine natural surroundings. It features a panoramic pool, spa with hot tub and hammam, free Wi-Fi and free bicycles.

Rooms at the Herdade da Malhadinha Nova - Relais & Châteaux have white-washed walls and tiled floors. They combine designer furnishings with rustic finishings. All rooms are air conditioned and equipped with flat-screen cable TV and an Ipod docking station.

Guests can enjoy traditional food from the Alentejo region at the restaurant of the hotel, offering views of the countryside. The in-house bar serves self-produced wine until late in the evenings.

Popular activities include horse riding, hiking and canoeing. Vale Do Guadiana Natural Park is a 30-minute drive from the Nova Country. Free private parking is available on site.

Located in Troia, this 5-star hotel has a unique design and faces the Sado River Estuary. It features a casino, a spa and 2 outdoor swimming pools.

The spa at the Troia Design spans 1200 square metres and offers over 70 different relaxation treatments. There is also an outdoor infinity pool as well as a children’s pool.

The luxurious rooms at the Troia Design Hotel are spacious and have a modern design. Each room has a balcony, a flat-screen TV and a seating area. Some rooms have a kitchenette.

Guests can enjoy delicious local and international cuisine at the restaurant. There is also a bar serving refreshing drinks and light snacks.

The Design Hotel has a kids’ club as well as babysitting services. Other convenient facilities include an airport shuttle and car rental services.

Featuring indoor and outdoor swimming pools, Alentejo Marmoris Hotel & SPA is located in Vila Viçosa, known for its marble. The hotel’s Stone Spa by Bruno Vassari provides relaxing treatments.

Many Marmoris’ rooms include a terrace and all have individually designed marble bathrooms. Some rooms offer views of the swimming pool, while others overlook the street.

Guests can enjoy a breakfast buffet daily. The restaurant serves a contemporary interpretation of Alentejo’s cuisine made with local sourced ingredients accompanied by selected local wines.

There are conference rooms available for business and social events. The hotel has rooms for 10 to 250 people, in addition to the outdoor spaces, ideal for cocktails or coffee breaks.

Vila Viçosa’s Royal Palace is a 2-minute walk away. Évora is 62 km away and Lisbon International Airport is 184 km away. Badajoz, in Spain, is a 50-minute drive away.

Featuring white-washed Alentejo architecture, Torre de Palma Wine Hotel - Design Hotels offers indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a spa and wellness centre, and a restaurant and bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel.

The rooms and suites all come with elegant decor and a seating area with satellite TV and iPod dock. Other amenities include a minibar and safety deposit box. Each private bathroom is equipped with a hairdryer and bathrobe.

Guests can enjoy a la carte and buffet meals at the restaurant. They can also relax by the pool, in the hammam, or with a massage. Evening entertainment is provided and there is also a guest lounge and library.

Torre de Palma is located a 10-minute drive from Monforte and 30 minutes' drive from Campo Maior Castle. Portalegre is a 40-minute drive from the property and Lisbon Airport is 2 hours away by car.

Set in Melides, 32 km from Parque Natural do Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina, Vermelho Melides offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. With a restaurant, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation provides room service, a concierge service and organising tours for guests.

À la carte and continental breakfast options are available every morning at the hotel.

Speaking English, Spanish, French and Portuguese, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical information on the area at the 24-hour front desk.

Pessegueiro Island is 46 km from Vermelho Melides, while Santiago do Cacém Castle is 19 km from the property. The nearest airport is Humberto Delgado Airport, 131 km from the accommodation.

Set in Comporta, 37 km from Santiago do Cacém Municipal Museum, Spatia Comporta offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With a terrace, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features room service, a concierge service and luggage storage for guests.

At the hotel, rooms have a desk. Every room includes a coffee machine, while some rooms come with a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a microwave. The units in Spatia Comporta are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries.

Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast. At Spatia Comporta you will find a restaurant serving Portuguese cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options can also be requested.

Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Comporta, like snorkelling and cycling.

Santiago do Cacém Castle is 38 km from Spatia Comporta, while Tróia Golf is 34 km away. The nearest airport is Humberto Delgado, 128 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Situated between Alqueva and Pedrógão, municipality of Vidigueira in Alentejo, and 9 km from the Alqueva dam, this charming country house offers air-conditioned rooms with cable TV. Its outdoor salt-water pool features panoramic views of the surrounding hills and vineyards.

Offering a rustic décor with exotic touches, the rooms at Herdade Do Sobroso have a minibar, a work desk, and an en suite bathroom.

To discover the natural beauty of the Alentejo region, staff at the reception can help arrange wine and wildlife tours. It is also possible to explore the surrounding countryside by rental bicycle. Guests can join the hunter's club to hunt deer and wild boar in the Mendro Mountain Range.

Tasty traditional Alentejo lunches and dinners are served in the restaurant. At Herdade Do Sobroso’s own winery, guests can sample and purchase fine wines, olive oil, honey and jams.

Free private parking is available on site. Beja Airport is 31.3 km from Herdade Do Sobroso - Country House.

With an ideal location inside the walls of the historic city of Évora, Albergaria Do Calvário is a 4-star hotel housed in a 16th century olive oil mill. Free Wi-Fi is available.

The bright, airy guest rooms and suites, decorated with local art, are fitted with regional furnishings and cable TV. White Linens and marble bathrooms are provided in all of Albergaria Do Calvário’s luxurious rooms.

Guests can sample the tasty buffet breakfast, made using organic or locally-grown products. A drink from the bar can be enjoyed on the terrace. Staff can arrange day trips to the wineries, to the megalithic sites or just cycling and hiking.

Many of the city’s attractions are nearby including Cathedral of Évora Sé and Praça do Giraldo, both a 5-minute walk away.

Situated near Maranhão Lake, this 4-star design hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with a furnished terrace. It has an infinity pool and a restaurant with glass walls offering panoramic views of the garden.

Floor-to-ceiling windows, wooden floors, and warm colours are part of the modern décor. Each room at Herdade da Cortesia comes with a flat-screen TV and a minibar. The bathroom is stocked with luxury toiletries.

Bike and canoe rentals are available at this environmentally friendly hotel. The 24-hour staff can also arrange horse riding at the Alter stables, a 20-minute drive away.

The historic town of Avis is just 1 km from Herdade da Cortesia Hotel. The city of Mora, with its aquarium, is a 30-minute drive away. A shuttle is available on request.

Located on the Montargil Dam, this 5-star hotel offers luxurious rooms with a flat-screen TV and a private balcony. Facilities include a marina, an equestrian centre, and a 1000 m² Spa.

The rooms of Lago Montargil & Villas include a safety deposit box and feature floor-to-ceiling windows. Some rooms have views of the surrounding landscaped gardens and the outdoor pool, while others have views of the lake.

Guests can relax at Lago Montargil & Villas' extensive Spa, which includes an indoor pool with whirlpool features, a sauna, a steam bath, and a fitness centre. There is also a business centre with a computer and printer.

Lago Montargil & Villas' 2 restaurants offer local and international cuisine made with fresh, regional produce. The 3 bars serve a wide variety of drinks and light snacks.

Ponte de Sor is a 30-minute drive from Lago Montargil & Villas, and Galveias is a 40-minute drive away. Free private parking is possible on site.

Pleaase note; Bookings for the Spa Circuit are limited to 1 hour daily and subject to availability. The Turkish bath is temporarily out of service.

Featuring a seasonal outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers, the tranquil Herdade das Barradas da Serra is located in the countryside, 4 km from Grândola. Free WiFi throughout the property is provided and the unit also features a bar and a snack-bar.

All rooms and suites are uniquely decorated and feature plenty of natural light. Most open to the terrace and the swimming pool area. Each is air conditioned and has a TV, seating area, safe and a private bathroom, with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Free WiFi access is available in this farm stay.

Breakfast is served each morning at the property and is included in the rate. Various local restaurants are available within a short 5-minute drive.

Bicycle rental is available at the property. The unit is located within a 600-hectare farm property, which has vast areas for guests to cycle, stroll and even relax in. The scenic and peaceful sights are ideal for enjoying with a drink from the Herdade's bar.

Galé Beach is 19 km from the property, and here guests can enjoy sun lounging, swimming and a practicing a variety of water sports. The Grândola centre is 5.4 km away from the property. Lisbon International Airport is 118 km from the Herdade das Barradas.

Housed in a 16th-century palace, this 5-star boutique hotel features a beautiful chapel and dome ceilings. Overlooking the aqueducts of Évora, it has an extensive spa with an outdoor pool.

The elegantly designed rooms include a work desk and a comfortable seating area. All bathrooms enjoy natural light and are separated from the sleeping area by a big glass window.

A creative blend of Alentejo and Mediterranean flavours is served at Restaurant Degust’ AR, which is open for lunch and dinner. M'AR De AR Aqueduto hotel also offers a bar with a wine cellar.

Hotel Aqueduto’s spa offers a broad range of treatments and massages including aromatherapy and mud treatment. Guests can also unwind in the steam bath or sauna.

M'AR De AR Aqueduto is located 600 metres from the Temple of Diana, Cathedral of Evora Se and Praca do Giraldo. The Chapel of Bones Capela dos Ossos is 800 metres away.