Discover the Charms of Montimerso, an Alentejo retreat in the Darksky® Alqueva Reserve. Montimerso Hotel is located in the heart of the Alqueva region, surrounded by serene landscapes that celebrate the local spirit. The hotel is designed to showcase the region's natural beauty as well as with energy efficiency and water consumption in mind, offering an immersive and authentic experience.
Blending traditional Alentejo housing with modern minimalist architecture, Montimerso's whitewashed walls showcase the region's natural colours and textures. Guests are treated with warm, personalised service, making them feel at home and eager to return.
Experience Alentejo's culinary traditions in the SkyScape restaurant and treat yourself to a breathtaking view of the stunning Alqueva Lake while enjoying breakfast, light meals, and dinner. The menu features locally-sourced, seasonal, and fresh ingredients, providing authentic meals that showcase the region's unique flavours and traditional recipes
Take a leisurely stroll through the reserve, basking in the area's serene landscape. Unwind and indulge in a slow, comfortable, and modest life at this stunning Alentejo retreat.
Accommodation
- There are 15 air-conditioned suites, all on the ground level and offering views over Alqueva Lake or towards Monsaraz hilltop town. The suites in the Monsaraz wing offer more shade and there are two premium suites and 4 standard suites. The Alqueva Lake wing has two premium suites and seven standard suites. There are also one and two bedroom apartments.
Amenities/Leisure
- Buffet breakfast
- SkyScape restaurant serving breakfast, light meals for lunch and dinner and offering a panoramic view over Lake Alqueva
- Ergofocus lounge with honesty bar, large fireplace and sofas
- Complimentary WiFi throughout the property
- Outdoor infinity plunge pool (5 x 13m / depth 20-150cm) overlooking Alqueva Lake with sun loungers - pool towels provided.
- Hammocks and four-poster day-beds are set in clearings among the holm oaks
- 55 hectare estate with gardens, orchards, Natural Observatory for Stargazing and Telescope Dome - bring your own telescope, and views across the Alqueva lake towards the Spanish border
- Green credentials include solar power, rain-water harvesting, low light pollution and biodiversity
- Bike hire - free of charge
- Free onsite parking with Electric vehicle charging station
- There’s a Dark Sky Observatory at Cumeana (a 20-minute drive)
- The nearest train station is in Evora (45 minutes)
- The closest airports are Lisbon (2-hours) and Badajoz in Spain (90-minutes)
- Activities in the area include bees’ workshop, ceramics, hot-air ballooning, sky-diving, boat trips on Alqueva Lake, horse-riding, star-gazing, cycling and hiking
- Hotel offers massage treatments - book and pay for locally
Board Basis: Bed & Breakfast
One Bedroom Apartment
One-Bedroom Apartment (46 sqm) with air-conditioning, double or twin beds, bathroom (shower and hairdryer), living room with sofa bed and kitchenette (coffee machine, fridge, microwave, electric kettle, stovetop and kitchenware) complimentary WiFi, safe deposit box and terrace with garden or lake view and direct access to the hotel’s central courtyard and open fire-pit.
Two Bedroom Apartment
Two-Bedroom Apartment (100 sqm) with air-conditioning, two bedrooms (double or twin beds), bathroom (shower and hairdryer), living room with sofa bed and kitchenette (coffee machine, fridge, microwave, electric kettle, stovetop and kitchenware) complimentary WiFi, safe deposit box and terrace with garden or lake view and direct access to the hotel’s central courtyard and open fire-pit.
Suite
Suite (34 sqm) with Alqueva or Monsaraz view with air-conditioning, double bed, bathroom (shower and hairdryer), living area with sofa bed and kitchenette (coffee machine, fridge, microwave, electric kettle, stovetop and kitchenware) complimentary WiFi, safe deposit box and floor-to-ceiling windows lead to a private terrace with Monsaraz or Alqueva Lake view. One suite with Alqueva view is specially adapted for wheelchair users and guests with mobility issues.
Premium Suite
Premium Suites (42 sqm) with Alqueva or Monsaraz view with air-conditioning, double bed, bathroom (shower and hairdryer), living area with sofa bed and kitchenette (coffee machine, fridge, microwave, electric kettle, stovetop and kitchenware) complimentary WiFi, safe deposit box and floor-to-ceiling windows lead to a private terrace with hammock, small plunge pool and Monsaraz or Alqueva Lake view.