Preserving Lagos’s legacy: 19th-century manor transformed into an elegant boutique retreat overlooking Meia Praia beach
Historic charm and contemporary design blend seamlessly at the new Água Hotels Lagos Bay – September 15, 2025 | Text Beatriz Maio | Photos BIMERING An ancient manor house in the historic centre of Lagos has been reborn as a boutique hotel with a unique design and stunning views of Meia Praia. The renovation was carried out with meticulous attention to detail, making the most of the opportunity to preserve the history, heritage,...
Boavista announces new €50 million hotel
Scheduled to be ready in 2027, investment will create 170 jobs – September 12, 2025 | Text Bruno Filipe Pires Construction is already underway on the new hotel of Quinta da Boavista – Empreendimentos Turísticos SA, under the aegis of the Emerson Group. During a presentation ceremony to official bodies and partners during the summer, architect and project manager Luís Nóbrega explained this will be a hotel “that reinforces Quinta...
Martinhal marks 15 years of family-friendly luxury in Portugal
Founded in Sagres by Chitra and Roman Stern in 2010, the group has grown with purpose from the Algarve to Lisbon – July 18, 2025 The Martinhal Sagres Family Beach Resort is celebrating 15 years since it first opened its doors in 2010. Created by Chitra and Roman Stern, the resort was the first in what would become a wider hospitality and real estate group focused on family-oriented travel in Portugal. Chitra and Roman Stern In its...
Iconic hotel to reopen as five-star Wyndham Grand Carvoeiro Algarve
The former Hotel Baía Cristal will relaunch under the Wyndham Grand brand following major upgrades – July 8, 2025 ©lWyndham Grand Carvoeiro Algarve © www.nla.pt Hotel Baía Cristal, an iconic four-star hotel in Carvoeiro currently undergoing extensive renovations, will reopen as the five-star Wyndham Grand Carvoeiro Algarve. The new-look hotel, located near the popular Vale Centeanes beach, will “reopen soon”, according to a banner...
Bricia Du Mar Hotel is a charming destination in Ferragudo serving regional flavours and a warm, relaxed stay
Azure escape: Offering unparalleled access to natural beauty and seaside recreation – July 7, 2025 | Inside Promotion Located on the outskirts of Ferragudo, Bricia Du Mar is a charming holiday destination providing guests with unparalleled access to natural beauty and seaside recreation. With 59 tastefully designed studios and rooms, the hotel pairs the region’s natural beauty with contemporary comfort. Opened in 2022, the hotel...
A culinary and wellness escape in the heart of the Algarve hills
A refined retreat in the Algarve hills, Monchique Resort & Spa unveils a new and enhanced gastronomic experience, an award-winning spa, and immersive wellness offerings – May 8, 2025 | Text Beatriz Maio Tucked away in the Algarve’s highest mountain range, Monchique Resort & Spa has become a destination synonymous with wellness and relaxation. Since its opening five years ago, it has steadily earned a reputation for...
Vilalara Grand Hotel Algarve reopens with Easter Week celebrations
A new chapter begins with a refreshed identity, luxury residences, wellness experiences, and gourmet offerings – April 17, 2025 The iconic Vilalara Grand Hotel Algarve has reopened with a renewed identity and a focus on authenticity, hospitality, and well-being. Now under the management of the Spanish group Azora, which specialises in hotel investment and management, the hotel invites guests to experience a fresh take on luxury in...
Bricia du Mar Hotel joins Carvoeiro Clube Group’s expanding portfolio
The group plans significant investments in the Carvoeiro-Lagoa region over the next five years – January 17, 2025 | Photos Bricia du Mar Bricia du Mar Hotel The Carvoeiro Clube Group has recently expanded its hospitality portfolio by taking over the management of the Bricia du Mar Hotel in Ferragudo, which opened in April 2022. This acquisition further solidifies the Group’s position as a leader in luxury hospitality management in the...
Renewed bliss: Following a lengthy renovation, the Belavista Luz Hotel presents a new experience and concept
The four-star hotel in Praia da Luz strives to offer an experience focused on total relaxation, whether it’s winter or summer, with all the amenities necessary inside the hotel – December 19, 2024 | Text Beatriz Maio | Photos Bernardo Lúcio After an extensive renovation, the Belavista da Luz Wellness & Lifestyle Hotel has reopened its doors with a fresh concept, offering a refined blend of comfort, modernity, and sustainability....
First stone laid at Lagos’ future Hilton hotels
Lagos Marina to welcome two luxury hotels by the Hilton Group – December 11, 2024 Lagos Marina The cornerstone for the Lagos Marina Hotel, a tourist development near the Lagos Marina, was laid last October. The development will include two hotels: the five-star Lagos Marina Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton, offering 189 rooms, and the four-star Hilton Garden Inn Lagos, with 90 rooms. The €107.8 million development is expected to...
