We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Monchique, Portugal. We have also included accommodation in villas, apartments, holiday homes, country houses, farm stays, chalets, romantic hotels, historic buildings and guest houses. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated March 2024.
Apartment.Lovely property. Superb interior design. Pirilampo in Monchique provides adults-only accommodation with a rooftop pool, an open-air bath and a garden. The property features pool and garden views, and is 24 km from Algarve International Circuit. The apartment provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. The apartment provides guests with a terrace, sea views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a toaster, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A balcony with an outdoor dining area and mountain views is offered in all units. At the apartment complex, all units have bed linen and towels. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Monchique, like cycling, hiking and walking tours. The apartment complex has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Aljezur Castle is 28 km from Pirilampo, while Arade Congress Centre is 29 km away. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 88 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This is the most well designed apartment in Monchique.
Farm Stay.Charming. Great value. Located in the Caldas de Monchique area, Quinta da Idalina offer far reaching views of the ridge and the sea. It is 1 km from the Thermal Springs of Monchique and 5 km from the town of Monchique. Set on a private property that belongs to the owner’s family for 4 generations, Quinta da Idalina offers recovered apartments with a living and a dining area. After a day exploring Algarve’s countryside, guests can prepare their own meals at the apartment’s kitchen which is equipped with a refrigerator, a microwave, a toaster and a kettle. Free WiFi is available. Linen and towels are provided. Each includes a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. The nearest restaurants are within a 5-minute drive. Offering a unique sense of tranquillity, Quinta da Idalina provides free private parking on site and is 18 km from the city of Portimão. Faro International Airport is 59 km away.Show full description
Country House.Historic property. Gorgeous surroundings. Popular among women. Located in Monchique, Quinta do Tempo Turismo Rural offers accommodation in studios with a mezzanine, wooden ceiling beams and exposed stone walls. Free parking on-site and free WiFi access is provided. All units come equipped with a seating and dining area. Each unit has a kitchenette, fitted with a microwave, toaster and coffee machine. Towels and bed linen are offered. The private bathrooms come with hair dryer and free toiletries. Quinta do Tempo Turismo Rural also includes barbecue facilities, a terrace and a variety of fruit trees. The unit has views over the coastline. Within a 5-minute drive are restaurants, ATM machines, a pharmacy and supermarkets. Thermal Springs of Monchique are 2.1 km away. Hiking through the natural surroundings is among the area's most popular activities.Lagos and Portimão are a 20-minute drive away. Several golf courses and beaches are within a 25-minute drive. Faro Airport is 62 km from the property.Show full description
I rate this as the most historic, relaxing and romantic country house in Monchique. It also has beautiful surroundings! Soooo nice!
Bed and Breakfast.Creative. Nice surroundings. Nestled in the Serra de Monchique Nature Reserve, the charming and rustic Casa Spa d'Alma features an outdoor pool, hot tub and a sun terrace. It offers spacious rooms with a terrace or balcony, and views of the Monchique Mountains and garden. Local beaches are situated along the beautiful Algarvian coastline, within a 30-minute drive away. The modern rooms are individually decorated. They feature tiled floors and pastel coloured walls. Equipped with a dining table, desk and free Wi-Fi. Each room has a private bathroom with a walk-in rain shower and free toiletries. A varied quality breakfast is served daily. The outside kitchen is also available for guests to use. In addition there is a variety of restaurants serving local specialities and vegetarian options around Monchique. Guest can sunbathe poolside or take a walk through the garden and enjoy the tranquil surroundings and views of the Monchique Mountain ranges. Activities include hiking, canoeing, fishing and cycling. Faro Airport is a 1.5-hour drive away by car. Free public parking is possible at a nearby location.Show full description
I think this is one of the most creative, cosy and lively bed and breakfasts in Monchique! So NICE!
Farm Stay.Lively. Great interior design. Popular among couples. Boasting a garden and views of sea, Vinha do Gaio is a farm stay set in a historic building in Monchique, 14 km from Algarve International Circuit. This farm stay features air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace. The farm stay also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. At the farm stay, units have a desk. The private bathroom is fitted with a bidet, a hair dryer and free toiletries. At the farm stay, units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests may wind down in the on-site bar or lounge. A variety of wellness packages are available for guests to get rejuvenated in-house. Guests at the farm stay will be able to enjoy activities in and around Monchique, like cycling. Aljezur Castle is 25 km from Vinha do Gaio, while Arade Congress Centre is 25 km from the property. The nearest airport is Faro, 88 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This farm stay is one of the most popular in Monchique among couples.
Country House.Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Located in Monchique, 19 km from Algarve International Circuit and 26 km from Arade Congress Centre, Casa ATMAN offers a garden and air conditioning. With mountain views, this accommodation features a balcony and a swimming pool. The country house also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. The country house provides guests with a terrace, sea views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. A fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware are also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the country house, every unit includes bed linen and towels. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. The area is popular for hiking, and bike hire is available at the country house. Aljezur Castle is 30 km from Casa ATMAN, while Slide & Splash Water Park is 30 km away. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 85 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Guest House.Highly elegant. Great views. Popular among couples. Built on a mountain top in Monchique, Vilafoia is a modern guesthouse offering spacious accommodations, panoramic mountain views and an outdoor swimming pool. Vilafoia features large double, family rooms and studios with LCD TVs and furnished balconies. Each of the air-conditioned rooms has private bathroom with hairdryer. Guest can relax at the hotel’s sun lounges after they will enjoy their breakfast buffet. Ideally surrounded by Cork Trees, this eco-friendly guesthouse provides a library and a solar-heated garden pool. There are several outdoor activities, such as horse riding, hiking and canoeing.Show full description
Villa.Lively. Located in Monchique and only 22 km from Algarve International Circuit, Luar do Cano provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. With mountain views, this accommodation features a terrace and a swimming pool. Outdoor dining is also possible at the villa. Featuring a Blu-ray player, the villa has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 3 bedrooms, and 3 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a hot tub. The non-smoking unit includes a fireplace, bidet and flat-screen TV with DVD player. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. In the warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and dine on the private balcony. Guests can also relax in the garden. Aljezur Castle is 28 km from Luar do Cano, while Arade Congress Centre is 28 km away. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 87 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment. Set in Monchique, 22 km from Algarve International Circuit and 27 km from Arade Congress Centre, Villa Xique 9 offers air conditioning. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the apartment free of charge. The spacious apartment with a balcony and city views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is located 31 km from Slide & Splash Water Park. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests at Villa Xique 9 will be able to enjoy activities in and around Monchique, like cycling and hiking. Aljezur Castle is 33 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 86 km from Villa Xique 9.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Newly opened, October 2023. Montalma, a property with a garden, is situated in Monchique, 31 km from Aljezur Castle, 31 km from Arade Congress Centre, as well as 35 km from Slide & Splash Water Park. The property has mountain and garden views, and is 26 km from Algarve International Circuit. Free private parking is available and the bed and breakfast also features bike hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and a hair dryer, units at the bed and breakfast also boast free WiFi, while certain rooms have a balcony. At the bed and breakfast, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests are welcome to relax in the on-site bar or lounge, while packed lunches are also available upon request. Guests at the bed and breakfast can make the most of yoga classes offered in-house. Guests at Montalma can enjoy cycling nearby, or benefit from the sun terrace. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 90 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Newly opened, March 2024. Offering a garden and sea view, Corgos, Lagarto is set in Monchique, 19 km from Algarve International Circuit and 27 km from Arade Congress Centre. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. Aljezur Castle is 30 km from Corgos, Lagarto, while Slide & Splash Water Park is 34 km away. Albufeira Marina is 49 km from the bed and breakfast and Algarve Shopping Center is 50 km away. At the bed and breakfast, the units are fitted with a wardrobe. Featuring a shared bathroom with a bidet and a hair dryer, units at the bed and breakfast also provide guests with free WiFi. At the bed and breakfast, each unit comes with bed linen and towels. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast.Show full description
Apartment. Offering mountain views, Alojamento S. Gabriel 1 is an accommodation situated in Monchique, 21 km from Algarve International Circuit and 26 km from Arade Congress Centre. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the apartment free of charge. The apartment has private entrance. All units include a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area, and a private bathroom fiitted with free toiletries, while some units feature a terrace or a balcony. A dishwasher, a microwave and fridge are also available, as well as a kettle. At the apartment complex, every unit comes with bed linen and towels. Slide & Splash Water Park is 30 km from Alojamento S. Gabriel 1, while Aljezur Castle is 32 km from the property. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 85 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Villa. Set in Monchique, Casa das Oliveiras - OLIVE TREE features accommodation with a private pool, a patio and pool views. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Arade Congress Centre is 21 km from the villa and Algarve International Circuit is 22 km away. The spacious villa with a terrace and mountain views has 4 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 5 bathrooms with a hot tub. The air-conditioned villa also offers a seating area, washing machine and 5 bathrooms with a bath and a shower. The property has an outdoor dining area. An indoor play area is also available at the villa, while guests can also relax in the garden. Slide & Splash Water Park is 25 km from Casa das Oliveiras - OLIVE TREE, while Aljezur Castle is 34 km from the property. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 80 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Villa. Located in Monchique, Luar do Algarve provides accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. A hot tub is available for guests. The property is non-smoking and is set 22 km from Algarve International Circuit. Providing a terrace and mountain views, the spacious villa includes 3 bedrooms, a living room, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 3 bathrooms with a hot tub and a bidet. Towels and bed linen are provided in the villa. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests can also relax in the garden. Aljezur Castle is 28 km from the villa, while Arade Congress Centre is 28 km away. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 87 km from Luar do Algarve.Show full description
Holiday Home. This small but charming country house is situated at the foothills of Foia in Nave, 2 km from Monchique and the spa village of Caldas de Monchique. It offers stunning views over the countryside, Picota Mountain and on a clear day, the sea. Casa Charme features free WiFi throughout the property. Vilamoura is 48 km from Casa Charme. All units include a dining area and a seating area with a flat-screen TV. A fully equipped kitchen, A barbecue is also available. Free private parking is available on site. Nave makes a lovely base for exploring the surrounding area, with some excellent options for walking just round the corner from the house guests can appreciate woodland comprising of stone pines, eucalyptus and cork oaks. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 62 km from the property.Show full description
Holiday Home. Offering an outdoor pool, Chalet Monchique is located in Caldas de Monchique, 5 km from Monchique. Surrounded by a unique landscape, the property is 200 metres from the thermal spa. With a romantic mood this house is equipped with air conditioning. The spacious black refrigerator has a vintage design. Featuring a charismatic appearance mixing modern and rustic elements this house includes 2 double bedrooms and 2 twin bedrooms. Guests have at their disposal 2 bathrooms with bath or shower. The fully equipped kitchen features a fireplace, a dining table plus other essential appliances. Outdoors, guests can use the barbecue facilities. In addition guests will find restaurants serving traditional Portuguese dishes within 100 metres. Chalet Monchique is 14 km from the Odelouca Dam and 18 km from Portimão. Faro International Airport is 78 km away.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast. Boasting mountain views, B&B Quinta O Ninho provides accommodation with a garden, a bar and a shared lounge, around 26 km from Arade Congress Centre. This bed and breakfast offers free private parking and a shared kitchen. The pool features a pool bar and sea views. The bed and breakfast offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. The bed and breakfast has a sun terrace and a picnic area. Slide & Splash Water Park is 30 km from B&B Quinta O Ninho, while Algarve International Circuit is 33 km from the property. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 85 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Holiday Home.Delightful property. Great location. Offering a garden and garden view, Casinha Laranja is set in Monchique, 13 km from Algarve International Circuit and 20 km from Aljezur Castle. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park is 42 km away and Santo António Golf Course is 47 km from the holiday home. The holiday home is fitted with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep themselves warm by the fireplace on colder days. This holiday home is allergy-free and non-smoking. For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to cook on the barbecue. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Monchique, like hiking. Arade Congress Centre is 29 km from Casinha Laranja, while Slide & Splash Water Park is 33 km from the property. The nearest airport is Faro, 93 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
One of the most BEAUTIFUL holiday homes in Monchique.
Luxury Tent.Hip. Great location. Offering a garden and mountain view, Parque da Mina is set in Monchique, 17 km from Algarve International Circuit and 20 km from Slide & Splash Water Park. The property is around 38 km from Aljezur Castle, 40 km from Algarve Shopping Center and 43 km from Tunes Train Station. The property is non-smoking and is situated 16 km from Arade Congress Centre. Towels and bed linen are available in the luxury tent. There is a snack bar on-site. Albufeira Old Town Square is 43 km from the luxury tent, while Albufeira Marina is 45 km from the property. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 75 km from Parque da Mina.Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the coolest luxury tents in Monchique. It also has a great location.
Bed and Breakfast.Newly opened, March 2024. Situated in Monchique and only 19 km from Algarve International Circuit, Corgos, Passaros features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. This bed and breakfast offers accommodation with a terrace. The property is non-smoking and is set 27 km from Arade Congress Centre. Towels and bed linen are available in the bed and breakfast. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Aljezur Castle is 30 km from Corgos, Passaros, while Slide & Splash Water Park is 34 km from the property.Show full description
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