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Luz Charming Houses: A Very Special Retreat in the Heart of Portugal

Greg Boegner — Sat, 17 Jan 2026 14:35:51 +0000

At Luz Charming Houses, time seems to slow to a gentler, more deliberate rhythm. Located just outside Fátima, this One Michelin Key hotel is less a place to stay than a place to be—a thoughtfully imagined village where quiet, nature, and design are emphasized. Conceived by Ana Alves and Pedro Augusto Silva, Luz Charming Houses grew from a deeply personal vision. Ana, an architect specializing in restoration, reinterpreted the region’s ancestral stone houses with a refined, contemporary sensibility, while Pedro […]

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Palacete de Valdemouro – Aveiro Five-Star Hotel with a Literary Past

Ann Abel — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 10:39:07 +0000

At the northern end of the Silver Coast, the small seaside city of Aveiro is a charming place to visit, but until recently, it lacked a five-star hotel in the historic center. That changed in 2024 with the opening of MS Collection Aveiro – Palacete de Valdemouro. Don’t let the clunky name dissuade you. While it’s the five-star flagship of the Porto-based MS Group, it’s also an intimate palacete that’s steeped in history and decorated in a tastefully lavish way […]

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Aethos Ericeira – Luxury Hotel on Portugal’s Surf Coast

Ann Abel — Fri, 21 Oct 2022 19:28:54 +0000

Culture, community, design, wellness, and nature—these are the driving forces behind the international Aethos brand of member’s clubs and hotels, which launched its first hotel in Portugal, Aethos Erceira, in September 2022. The new five-star project lives up to all of its promises. The five-star hotel has a stunning location, atop a 40-meter-high (130 feet) cliff at the wild edge of the Atlantic Ocean a few kilometers away from the town center. And it has an equally stunning design, with […]

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Quinta da Palmeira Country House & Spa, Central Portugal

Greg Boegner — Fri, 22 Feb 2019 11:13:49 +0000

To the east of Coimbra, and to the south of Viseu, in central Portugal, there is a charming hillside hotel set among the lush backdrop of Serra do Açor. Quinta da Palmeira Country House & Spa is a late 19th century former residence, lovingly-renovated, to provide guests with modern amenities while maintaining the engaging character of Portuguese tradition. It is an ideal retreat for weekend getaways or much-needed long stays. Much of the inherent appeal of Quinta da Palmeira, no […]

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Rio do Prado – Chic & Sustainable Retreat in Óbidos

PC Staff — Mon, 02 Nov 2015 12:11:53 +0000

Rio do Prado is a hotel with a specific intention: get away from your stressful life and enjoy a comfortable modern retreat strategically set to take advantage of all the calming benefits of nature. Located an hour north of Lisbon and just a kilometer away from the Óbidos lagoon, the hotel offers experiences catering to physical and emotional needs while staying true to a sustainable environment. With 15 design rooms, the Maria Batata restaurant serving fresh and organic produce and […]

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Evolutee Hotel at Royal Óbidos Spa & Golf Resort

Greg Boegner — Mon, 08 Sep 2014 09:45:02 +0000

The Royal Óbidos Spa & Golf Resort, about a 45-minute drive north of Lisbon, has a lot to celebrate. In early 2014, their Seve Ballasteros-designed golf course was named to Golf World magazine’s “Top 100 Golf Courses in Continental Europe.” Now, the luxury resort has a world-class hotel too. The five-star Evolutee Hotel with spa, conference rooms and Philippe Stark design, is a perfect getaway for weekend retreats or longer-term relaxation. The design of Evolutee is none other than yoo […]

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Convento da Sertã – Convent Converts to Cool Hotel in Central Portugal

Greg Boegner — Fri, 28 Feb 2014 09:58:41 +0000

It’s safe to say that Central Portugal is one of our favorite places to explore, experience and escape. Whether it’s cool urban art in Covilhã, rock etchings in the Côa valley, schist villages strewn across Serra da Estrella or a hip restaurant in Aveiro, Central Portugal never fails to pique our interest with surprising new adventures. Our latest find is a cool new cool hotel, re-imagined from a centuries old convent. The Convento da Sertã Hotel, in Sertã, between Coimbra and Castelo […]

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Casa da Sé – Boutique Hotel in the Historic Center of Viseu

Greg Boegner — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 12:26:28 +0000

The historical quarter of Viseu, in central Portugal, is a charming setting of narrow calçada stone streets, centuries old shop buildings and important landmarks of Igreja da Misericórdia and the Cathedral of Viseu. In the center of this district with views to the churches is yet another delightful structure, recently renovated and inviting to all who pass by. It is the unique boutique hotel, Casa da Sé. Casa da Sé (“house of the cathedral” in Portuguese) is an 18th century […]

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