Rio do Prado

This hotel is a true sanctuary for nature lovers. The grounds are exceptionally green with abundant grass, trees, and shrubs creating a peaceful atmosphere. The low-rise buildings blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings, making you feel connected to the environment rather than isolated from it.||The rooms are impressively spacious and feature some wonderful amenities. The standout feature was definitely the hot tub positioned in the middle of the room - perfect for relaxation after a day of exploring. The in-room fireplace added a cozy touch that I particularly appreciated during the evenings. There is a coffee machine , separated shower and toilet which unfortunately was not properly aired as the vent did not work||The décor strikes a good balance between rustic charm and minimalist design. The simplistic, uncluttered approach creates a calming environment that complements the natural setting outside.||There is an enormous library. With hundreds of books and multiple comfortable reading areas, it's a bibliophile's dream. ||The dining area continues the natural theme with beautiful wood elements and recycled fabric decorations that maintain the eco-friendly aesthetic.||Breakfast was somewhat disappointing - a limited selection of cheese and pastries, with scrambled eggs and pre-fried eggs that were unfortunately served cold. This is definitely an area where improvements could be made.||Dinner, however, was excellent The restaurant offers local cuisine with creative modern twists. Dinner during was delightful, showcasing fresh ingredients and thoughtful preparation.||This hotel excels at creating a tranquil retreat that celebrates its natural surroundings. The spacious rooms with luxury touches like hot tubs and fireplaces, combined with the impressive library and excellent dinner offerings, make for a memorable stay. ||Highly recommended for travelers seeking a peaceful nature escape with comfortable accommodations and a respect for local culinary traditions.

The place is absolutely beautiful, the food tasted great, we did feel the breakfast missed hot options (eggs, veggies..). Our room was quiet but lacked some maintenance, the bathtub produced a sewer smell after we drained it for 10min and there was a nail coming out of the wooden floors that can be dangerous if overlooked. Although we were well aware that we’re in the middle of a green space, we did find quite a few insects in the room, which wasn’t a throw off but people that don’t tolerate insects might want to reconsider this choice or ask the staff to spray the room with insecticides before the check in. It’s a good option for a couples wanting to relax but would be even more fun as a group of friends given the common space available to hang out in.

The room was spacious, immaculately clean, and beautifully designed, with modern amenities that made my stay incredibly comfortable. The bed was incredibly comfortable, ensuring a restful night’s sleep, and the views from the window were breathtaking. It’s evident that the hotel places great emphasis on comfort and luxury.

A sui generis hotel which needs a quality audit and a bit more love from its owners as some aspects are worn out (torn towels, peeling bath tub, doors not closing properly, dried plants on top of the master suite).

Beautiful boutique hotel, which can be considered as a great winter getaway to spend time by the fireplace. Quirky design elements make one want to shoot instagram-able pictures. The restaurant serves average fare but is the only option one has without having to drive 15 minutes to the nearest town. We opted for the degustation fare but discovered that it was an assortment of various dishes on the regular menu, just that it was at the whim of the chef. The food was good but lacked the oomph to be called 'degustation fare'. Overall the hotel is very nice, and the staff make an effort to make one's stay special. It's close to the beaches and Obidos castle.

The rooms and location are really incredible. The nearby estuary is amazing with a great circuit of trails. The reason for my disgruntlement is that I became ill in the wee hours after eating at their restaurant. Food poisoning or a bug, I don’t know. They were fine in providing me, when requested with liquids but not very solicitous or offering of help. Appreciate it’s not their job to be a hospice but I was at their hotel solo and without laying blame, did suffer the night I ate at their restaurant. Because of the small intimate nature of the place it would have been nice for a check in from them when I was passed out the next day. Oh, and the incessant yapping dog that one of the guests had, a comfort for her, but for others, not so much.

We were so looking forward to this experience and staying at this eco lodge. ||We booked three rooms months before for two nights. An error was made on their part which can happen but it is how it is dealt with that makes all the difference. ||There was little if any accountability and as all the hotels were booked in the area and our intention was not to move hotels. They recommended a new hotel on the beach which wasn’t on the beach . We would think that they would offer a glass of wine, a bottle or something for their reservation error although there was no mention. ||The staff was unhelpful and few spoke English. ||The grounds are beautiful and the concept is innovative yet not a cozy at all. There are few amenities and poor lighting for reading. The hotel states it good for reduced mobility and yet very inaccessible for limited mobility as the ground is uneven, beds on a platform and steps. ||The restaurant had music for dinner which was lovely but the dinner was expensive and not good at all. Trying to hard with no taste. ||A total disappointment service, food, amenities and experience.

Agree with some of the other reviewers- design is the only thing good about the place. The property is in poor shape. Our room window glass was broken. There were bugs. There was rust on some of the fixtures. While I loved the environmentally friendly concept the quality was sub par.