North to South in Portugal
NORTH TO SOUTH IN PORTUGAL
For its size, Portugal has it all. With its mild climate, rich history and diverse cultural landscape, the country is positively thriving.
Positioned on the south-eastern tip of the Iberian peninsula, the country’s landscape ranges from its historic north—home to the World Heritage city Porto and the Douro Valley—the slow-paced Alentejo and the capital city Lisbon are at the centre, whilst the balmy Algarve basks on the southern Atlantic coastline where Portimão and Albufeira number among the cosmopolitan hotspots. If you’re feeling adventurous, Portugal’s proximity to neighbouring islands Madeira and the Azores archipelagos make it easy to depart for a quick change of scenery.
Best time to visit?
April to October, though temperatures in the south offer mild winters, especially in the Algarve.
Where to Stay
PORTO & THE NORTH
VILA FOZ HOTEL & SPA
Surrounded by a unique tranquility, Vila Foz lies west of Porto, set within majestic gardens on one of the finest avenues in the city’s Foz do Duoro. Sophistication and modernity define the 68 rooms and suites, which offer contemporary furnishings and sublime sea views. Opt for the Manor House Suite (pictured), which is bathed in luxury comforts and tactile materials. The hotel's amenities include Turkish bath and sauna, an indoor pool and outdoor relaxation areas.
Address
Avenida de Montevideu 236, Porto
Instagram
@vilafozhotel
View of the Atlantic Ocean from Vila Foz
The Manor House Suite, Vila Foz
PORTO & THE NORTH
OCTANT HOTEL DOURO
Perched high above the steep banks of the Douro River, the Octant Hotel Douro is perfectly positioned between Porto and the area's famous wine region. Featuring modern yet minimalist lines; light, contemporary design; and neutral tones, the 56-room, five-suite property offers guests an unsurpassed setting for relaxation—be it from the inviting spa, the gardens or the hotel's infinity pool (pictured). Rooms offer contemporary design cues in neutral tones, and floor-to-ceiling windows giving you the sense of being at one with the flowing water.
Address
Avenida de Montevideu 236, Porto
Instagram
@octant.douro
The outdoor infinity pool, Douro41 Hotel & Spa
Exterior facade
Guest-room, Douro41 Hotel & Spa
PORTO & THE NORTH
SIX SENSES DOURO VALLEY
A setting of vine-covered rolling hills and the majestic Douro River set the scene for the Six Senses Douro Valley. Offering a layered approach to relaxation and wellness, the hotel's five-star facilities—which include heated indoor/outdoor pools, refreshment bar and outdoor yoga deck—guide you towards optimum well-being.
Address
Quinta Vale de Abrão, 5100-758
Samodães, Lamego
Instagram
@sixsensesdourovalley
The outdoor pool at the Six Senses Douro Valley
The indoor pool at the Six Senses Douro Valley
A view from the Six Senses Douro Valley ©Abby Jiu
LISBON & CENTRAL PORTUGAL
SANTA CLARA 1728
Set in a majestic 18th-century renovated building on Feira da Ladra—one of Lisbon's most romantic squares—Santa Clara 1728 pairs modern interiors with homely comforts. Architect Manuel Aires Mateus and designer Antonio Citterio's interiors optimise the building's classical architecture. The six spacious suites are reminiscent of a chic, upscale bed and breakfast and feature tactile materials and floor-to-ceiling windows with views across Lisbon’s Tagus River and National Pantheon.
Address
Campo de Santa Clara 128, RC, 1100-473,
Lisbon
Instagram
@silent__living
Suite at Santa Clara 1728
Exterior, Santa Clara 1728
Interiors at Santa Clara 1728
LISBON & CENTRAL PORTUGAL
VILLA EXTRAMUROS
A short drive from Lisbon, Villa Extramuros lies east of the capital in Arraiolos, a small city north of Evora well known for its gastronomy, unspoilt nature and quiet lifestyle. The villa features five bedrooms and two additional suites with angular garden terraces edged by sliding glass doors overlooking acres of olive groves.
Address
Estrada Das Hortas, 7040-114 Arraiolos
Instagram
@villaextramuros
Villa Extramuros
Interiors at Villa Extramuros
LISBON & CENTRAL PORTUGAL
CASAS NA AREIA, COMPORTA
Alentejo’s beachy haven on the Atlantic coast is adored by the locals but virtually unknown to tourists. Replete with golden sand dunes and lagoon-like canals, this stunning region is also home to Casas na Areia, a family-style beach house revamped from four traditional masonry buildings that feature beach-chic interiors and a sleek outdoor pool.
Address
Sítio da Carrasqueira, 7580-613, Comporta
Instagram
@silent__living
Interiors at Casas na Areia
Accommodation at Casas na Areia
Outdoor pool
LISBON & CENTRAL PORTUGAL
SUBLIME, COMPORTA
The 17-acre Sublime Comporta estate lies an hour from Lisbon and is surrounded by undulating nature and breath-taking scenery. The airy rooms and sleek villas stretch across several buildings, whilst the aptly named 'sublime' spa offers guests a tailor-made experience inspired by the property's organic garden.
Address
EN 261-1,Muda, CCI 3954, Comporta
Instagram
@sublimecomporta
SOUTHERN PORTUGAL & THE ALGARVE
CONRAD, ALGARVE
The Conrad Algarve is a modern retreat nestled in the exclusive Quinta do Lago, a short drive from the Algarve’s sun-kissed beaches. Featuring world-class golf facilities, an on-site spa and multiple swimming pools, this is the perfect haven for individuals, couples and families looking to relax.
Address
Estr. da Quinta do Lago, 8135-106 Almancil
Instagram
@conradalgarve
Rooftop, Conrad Algarve
Spa Cabanas, Conrad Algarve
SOUTHERN PORTUGAL & THE ALGARVE
VILA JOYA
Perched along the stunning Atlantic coastline in Albufeira, the luxury boutique hotel Vila Joya features world-class dining and spa facilities that are intimately set in a neo-classical palazzo. Thirteen guest-rooms and nine suites each feature outdoor terraces and balconies with views of the nearby beach.
Address
Estrada da Galé, 8201-917 Albufeira
Instagram
@vilajoya
Pool dining at Vila Joya
Gardens at Vila Joya
Private beach at Vila Joya
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