Carmo's Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Tl:dr You should try it. It's a beautiful location and the rooms were great - but it feels like a three star trying really hard to be a five star. It's very odd. I feel like I would almost rate it higher if they offered less. They try for a luxury experience, but don't have the staff, training, or service to land it. You feel like any package or experience you book is only made possible by having the limited staff pulled off another job to rush out and set it up. We were told we had to book the spa ahead of time, so we did, then that morning the spa wasn't running. I tried to use the phone at the spa to call (as instructed) and it was dead. I went upstairs to ask about it and I was told I needed to make an appointment for it to be turned on.. an appointment I definitely made with the other concierge - but I don't think she put it in because they were doing seven jobs at once. Also I was told that was their forth dead phone lol But not in a "oh let me change that right away" but in a "yeah, it's like that" kinda way. So again, it's not bad at all. Try it. Pet the horse. But they want premium prices for a skeleton crew and the essence of first class that doesn't quite land.

Not going to lie. This place, the staff, painting in the lobby, furniture, rooms, general atmosphere and especially the doll house seriously creeps me out. Both of us couldn't sleep and had nightmares. Whole place gives me occult vibes.

Wonderful personal welcome and stay- great accommodation (we booked a 2 bed villa- gorgeous modern design with own pool) , wonderful excursions arranged for us (we did horse riding, golf and canyoning), tasty food (including amazing breakfast!) all beautifully presented . Beautiful hotel within 7 mins of the wonderful village of Ponta da Lima. Highly recommend

Had a gorgeous 3 night stay at this last stop on our tour of Northern Portugal. We stayed in one of the "tented" rooms which was amazing. Very roomy and highly specced. Breakfast was good and we ate in one evening enjoying a very tasty meal for reasonable price. ||The pool area including the beds are first rate and for most of the time we were there had this area to ourselves. Really can't find anything significant to fault, simply stunning place.||You will most probably need a car to stay at this property to allow you to explore the fabulous surrounding towns.

We stayed at this quirky and luxurious hotel for 3 days while in the Minho region. This boutique hotel is high end with eccentric decor and top notch service. |The hotel is centrally located, and the perfect location to explore the area. We dined in one night. Meal was traditional Portuguese and absolutely delicious. They make the dinner especially for you, and it did not disappoint. Morning breakfast was yummy with lots of hot and cold choices.|Exploring the grounds was fun, especially visiting some of the owner’s personal collections. During the warmer season, the pool looks relaxing.|The bed in our room was one of the most comfortable I have ever slept in. Made me not want to get out of it!!! Room was comfortable and had everything we needed. |The staff at the hotel were so wonderful and offered to tend to whatever need we may have had. |If you’re in the area, you want to stay here. It is a truly unique gem, and you’ll feel like a welcome and distinguished guest. I cannot recommend enough!

Fantastic boutique hotel! My husband and I just returned from a honeymoon (5 nights) at Carmo's Boutique Hotel and would highly recommend it! The food and service at the hotel are both outstanding; the special Friday night dinner in the wine cellar was probably the best food of our entire trip. The staff at the hotel are very friendly and willing to help out with any question, and the concierge are happy to book any number of experiences (tour guides, trips to the National Park, picnics). Our room was beautiful, featuring a nice view and a lovely patio. The grounds of the hotel, though on the small side, are well laid out. There is a pool, several small gazebos, ponds, and a vineyard that are very pleasant to walk through. The only thing to note is that the entrance to the hotel and the grounds are close to a major road. But we could not see it or hear it from our room - we felt very much secluded.

Spent three nights here in early July, and we will certainly be back! This resort is located in a beautiful area of Portugal, and the property is comfortable, fascinating, intriguing, and ever-surprising. Nice pool, surrounded by beds with pillows! Food is amazing, served in a beautiful dining area. The breakfasts are remarkable, and we had one evening meal that was memorable (I had the lamb, and the dessert selections were exceptional). Make sure you take all footpaths on the property, so you don't miss any of the quirky decorations such as the Christmas-themed casitas and the miniature horse. Yep, a mini! Make time to visit the lovely town of Ponte de Lima. When we return, we'll book our nights in one of the "tents," because it looks like fun!

I had a wonderful stay at this authentic 5-star hotel. The homemade food the wine tastings, spa treatments, and guided tours to nearby locations such as Geres, Douro Valley, and Guimaraes were exceptional. I truly felt like I was on a nature retreat with privileged access to the best of northern Portugal. The proximity to Porto, the beach, and other stunning places made it even more enjoyable, as everything was just a few kilometers away.|The friendly and welcoming staff made me feel right at home. The atmosphere was relaxed and professional, creating a warm and inviting environment. It was a truly delightful experience, and I highly recommend this hotel to anyone seeking a tranquil and authentic getaway in the midst of nature.

Charming and fancy place where you can find the peace and warming to body and soul. I strongly recommend