Torre de Palma Wine Hotel, Monforte, a Member of Design Hotels
Hotel · Portalegre ·
Winery hotel with unique rooms, spa, pools, and fine dining.
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Herdade de Torre de Palma 7450 250, 7450-250 Vaiamonte, Portugal Get directions
Winery hotel with unique rooms, spa, pools, and fine dining.
Herdade de Torre de Palma 7450 250, 7450-250 Vaiamonte, Portugal Get directions
"Set among vineyards, this wine-focused retreat is designed for the most devoted disciples of Dionysus." - The MICHELIN Guide
"Rooted in a 14th‑century Alentejo estate, this Two‑Key getaway is anything but a museum piece: tastings among the barrels reveal the region’s winemaking secrets and famously fertile soils, and the experience can even continue on horseback." - The MICHELIN Guide
"In the northern Alentejo, in a hilltop village off the typical tourist track, Torre de Palma Wine Hotel delivers a refined experience deeply rooted in local tradition. Set in a former manor house dating back to 1338 and restored in 2014, the hotel blends old-world charm with contemporary comfort across 18 individually styled rooms and suites. Historic touches—like wood-beamed ceilings and antique furnishings—coexist with modern amenities, creating a warm and sophisticated atmosphere." - The MICHELIN Guide
"Featuring white-washed Alentejo architecture, Torre de Palma, Wine Hotel offers indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a spa and wellness centre, and a restaurant and bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel. The rooms and suites all come with elegant decor and a seating area with satellite TV and iPod dock. Other amenities include a minibar and safety deposit box. Each private bathroom is equipped with a hairdryer and bathrobe. Guests can enjoy a la carte and buffet meals at the restaurant. They can also relax by the pool, in the hammam, or with a massage. Evening entertainment is provided and there is also a guest lounge and library. Torre de Palma is located a 10-minute drive from Monforte and 30 minutes' drive from Campo Maior Castle. Portalegre is a 40-minute drive from the property and Badajoz Airport is 1 hour and 10 minutes' away by car." - My Boutique Hotel (en)
"We arrive at dusk, just in time for welcome drinks, a daily ritual in which Torre de Palma’s fine red and white wines are served in a tower room at sunset. The tower is 14th-century – the fortified seat of a former king – and on its castellated rooftop we savour the wine while gazing at the views: below, a courtyard of sturdy stone buildings, oranges, olives and vines, a chapel, a stable of Lusitano horses, and an inviting outdoor pool; beyond, a panorama of gentle Alentejo countryside. In a timeline, the fortress became a farm, then a ruin and finally, after years of restoration, a magnificent design hotel with 19 stunning rooms. Its whitewashed exterior is traditional Alentejo, but there is nothing typical about the striking interiors: in a vast salon, white sofas gather around a white piano; there's a Matador room, a curious library in the tower and an outdoor lounge with an open fire. Marble, slate, cork and terracotta – all materials found on the land – contrast with playful lighting and artful collections of beautiful clutter. It’s not easy to combine agriculture, medieval history and glamour, but this sophisticated hotel has done it perfectly. Highs A sublime place to kick back and do very little beyond walking, horse riding or cycling around the estate, swimming and relaxing in the spaJust 19 gorgeous rooms: sublimely romantic doubles and enchanting suitesThe vineyards, the winery and the excellent wines – the heart and soul of the hotelThe gourmet Basillii restaurant, with its delicious seasonal menu of regional dishesExcellent service: a triumphant balance of warmth, kindness and efficiency Lows It’s a bit out of the way, and local town Monforte has little to offerYou'll need a car to get here and for day trips to national parks, Elva and EvoraThe bathrooms are more functional than designer (though we liked the heated brick floors)" - Lesley Gillilan
