Cool Hotels in Portugal

Cool Hotels in Portugal
Portugal has a lot to offer to an adventure-seeking traveler. Spending time trekking, canoeing, surfing, rafting or mountain climbing are just a few of the many ways to take in this beautiful landscape. After a long day of breaking a sweat, enjoy some of the world's coolest accommodation. There is no shortage of beautifully designed hotels all over Portugal, with great style and attention to detail.

Aquapuro Douro Valley

Set in beautiful wine country, the Aquapuro commands some of the most breathtaking views around. A recent renovation has made this a prized destination in the world of eco-tourism. Nestled in some the world's most prestigious wine regions, guests spend their days surrounded by vineyards, honey-suckle, olive groves and some the most beautiful landscape in Portugal. The five-star resort offers travelers tranquility and splendor in it's state-of-the-art spa, and eclectic restaurants.

Quinta do Vale Abraao
5100-758 Lamengo
Douro, Portugal
+ 351 254 66 06 00
www.aquapurahotels.com

Romaneira, Quinta dos Sonhos

An estate set on over 400 hectares of Portugal's wine country, the Romanieira is a 19room hotel that pays tribute to colonial aesthetics. There are many activities to keep you entertained and in shape, including an indoor, and outdoor pools, hammam, boating and canoeing. You can just spend the day strolling the beautiful wine country, before enjoying an evening, Portuguese style, sipping some the local wines.

Cotas
P-5070-252 Alijó
Douro, Portugal
+351 254 732 432
www.maisonsdesreves.com/romaneira-en.html

Fontana Park Hotel

Fontana Park represents the laid-back sophistication that Lisbon has come to represent worldwide. The sleek modern furnishings, mixed with subtle touches like East-facing views -- to enjoy the morning sunrise -- are some of the details ensure a memorable stay. The restaurant, with its black-on-black décor, serves some of Portugal's most elaborate dishes.

Rua Eng. Viera da Silva, 2
1050-105 Lisboa, Portugal
+351 210 410 600
www.fontanaparkhotel.com

Jeronimos 8

Located in Balem, Lisbon's museum district, this quirky hotel offers superior comfort in a luxurious setting. The red, cream and brown theme persists as you move through the hotel, conveying a thoroughly hip and modern feel. There is a wine bar, serving some of Portugal's finest offerings and traditional snacks. It is within driving distance of a golf course, and some of Portugal's famous beaches. If you prefer to walk to your day's activities, there are nearby gardens along the riverbank.

Rua dos Jerónimos, n. 8
1400-211 Lisboa, Portugal
+351 21 360 09 00
www.jeronimos8.com

Article Written By Marie Greene

Marie Greene is an art and architecture writer in New York. She completed an undergraduate degree in Economics and English and holds a Masters Degree in Architecture.

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