São Lourenço do Barrocal
Hotel · Évora ·
Farm estate hotel with winery, spa, horseback riding, local cuisine
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São Lourenço do Barrocal, 7200-177, Portugal Get directions
Farm estate hotel with winery, spa, horseback riding, local cuisine
São Lourenço do Barrocal, 7200-177, Portugal Get directions
"Set in a property over 200 years old in the Alentejo, this hotel blends luxury with a sustainable approach." - The MICHELIN Guide
"Set on a whitewashed estate dotted with olive trees in Alentejo, I found the farm-style rooms especially cozy in cooler months, with throws and shuttered windows that make for perfect wintry nights; in spring the property is blanketed by wildflowers and in fall the olive harvest begins. As Mediterranean heat waves and summer crowds have grown, the hotel has leaned into its all-season appeal by launching a year-round collection of traditional workshops—olive oil tasting, mixology, wine blending, pottery making, and floral arranging—and by emphasizing seasonal, farm-to-table fare." - Mary Holland
"Within minutes of uploading my first Instagram story from my stay at São Lourenço do Barrocal, messages poured in—"My favorite place," "Favorite hotel in the world," "The best memories here"—a curious response given it isn’t in Portugal’s usual hotspots. Tucked deep in the rural heart of Alentejo about two hours south of Lisbon, this 40-key farmhouse hotel offers a quiet contrast to more bustling destinations and is emerging as a destination in its own right. The estate captures Alentejo’s slow pace, natural beauty, and rich traditions, and gives guests a gateway to explore the region through immersive on-site experiences and easy access to local attractions." - Monica Mendal
"Tranquillity is easy to find in Portugal’s Alentejo countryside, but nowhere feels quite as special as this little rural escape. More than just a luxury hotel, São Lourenço is also a working winery, olive grove, and farm in Portugal's wild, sun-bleached Alentejo region. All of the rooms are accessed from the cobbled courtyard and have been converted from former stables. The low-lying exterior is beautifully photogenic, and it would surely be impossible to wander through here in the late afternoon sun without feeling inspired. There are two restaurants—one indoor and one outdoor. Understandably, there’s a strong farm-to-table ethos when it comes to dining in both. For the past 200 years, the estate has been producing its own food and goods—including cereals, olive oil, wine, and meat—and little has changed now (in fact, the olive oil in particular is memorable for its buttery, smooth texture—and yes, you can pick up a bottle to take home). While this is an escape that’s made for relaxation, the hotel has ensured there’s plenty to do; whether that’s a horseback ride through the 780 hectares of land, a morning spent with the property’s beekeeper, Fabio, who gently introduces guests to his five hives with utter care, or simply a bicycle ride on one of the free-to-use bikes. There are two swimming pools (one of which is a smaller, toddler-friendly option) and seemingly endless space for young ones to run around with abandon while adults watch happily from the sidelines."
"Set in Portugal's spectacular Alentejo countryside, this 200-year-old farming estate extends over 810 hectares." - The MICHELIN Guide