The Best Hotel in Estremadura and the Ribatejo, Portugal

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Areias do Seixo

$$$$ | Praceta Do Atlântico, Póvoa de Penafirme, 2560–046, Portugal Fodor's Choice

Set among the pine trees near Mexilhoeira Beach, this small and stylish eco-conscious hotel, 20 minutes from Torres Vedras, was built with a desire to harmoniously integrate it with its surroundings: all but one of the open-plan rooms have views of the dunes from a large private terrace (and the odd one out makes up for the lack of a view with a walled garden). Decorated with natural driftwood, all accommodations have underfloor heating for winter, while in summer a fan and the sea breeze are enough to keep you cool. The restaurant serves creations using organic fare from the hotel's own garden, which is also the source of aromatics for the bar. There is also a glamping tent and, on a neighboring plot, a couple dozen equally stylish villas sleeping up to six adults, each with a terrace, barbecue, and private pool.

Pros

  • Spa with sauna, steam room, and treatment rooms
  • Outdoor pools and Jacuzzis are great places to relax
  • Free bicycles for exploring, plus many organized activities

Cons

  • Beach is a 10-minute walk and doesn't have a lifeguard
  • Far from any nightlife
  • Rates are pricey
Praceta Do Atlântico, Póvoa de Penafirme, 2560–046, Portugal
261-936350
Hotel Details
Closed Jan. and Feb.
15 rooms and 27 villas
Free Breakfast

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