Vale do Gaio
A relaxed boutique hotel in a breathtaking setting in the deep heart of Alentejo.
In the deep heart of Alentejo, over a beautiful dam, you will find the stunning Vale do Gaio – the perfect place to take a deep breath of beauty and quietness.
Vale do Gaio is a rural hotel with modern rooms, remote yet only a 1h20m drive from Lisbon. This is the sort of place where you come to relax although there are plenty of activities at hand, be it fishing, kayaking, bird watching or simply enjoying the swimming pool or playing board games.
Watching the sun slowly setting above the dam is an unforgettable experience.
Awesomeness
You’ll be surrounded by the beauty of nature and immersed in its timeless silence.
Excellent food and wine menu.
Lots of beds to lay down on and watch some amazing birds fly by.
Bikes and Kayaks to explore the surroundings are provided free of charge.
Cosy living room, with loads of books, newspapers and games.
Bear in Mind
It can feel a bit busy during the school holidays.
This is a rural hotel so expect a relaxed attitude and service. The luxury here is to be surrounded by beautiful nature.
Wifi can be a bit slow sometimes but you’re here to switch off.
The bathrooms feel a bit outdated but redevelopment is on the cards.
The nearest restaurant is a 20-minute drive but the hotel has a great menu.
Q&A with Vasco Galego about Vale do Gaio
Vale do Gaio is located in Torrão in the Alentejo.
Vale do Gaio is the perfect boutique hotel in Portugal for those who love fishing, walking, jogging, biking, and canoeing.
More relaxing activities include astronomy, bird watching, enjoying the swimming pool, reading a book and having a good sleep.
If you want a bit of cultural action go to Évora (58km), a UNESCO listed city, wander through its whitewashed alleys and visit the Roman ruins. Whilst there we highly recommend visiting ‘Restaurante Fialho‘ – serving gorgeous traditional and regional dishes, currently overseen by the third generation of the family.
The Alentejo region is home to a huge variety of bird species.
Be surrounded by the beauty of nature and immerse yourself in its timeless silence.
Visit Évora, a lovely small town and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Visited by tourists and the Portuguese alike, restaurant Fialho in Évora has become a world reference for the "Alentejana" Portuguese cuisine.
Vale do Gaio
Barragem Trigo de Morais
Torrão
7595-034 Alcácer do Sal
Portugal
Location
Vale do Gaio is a rural boutique hotel in Alentejo.
Airport
Lisbon (LIS) – 116km
Faro (FAO) – 198km
Porto (OPO) – 404km
By Car
It’s a 1h30 drive from Lisbon to Vale do Gaio. Hiring a car is recommended if you want to explore the region. Otherwise, the hotel can arrange a transfer from the airport.
© Photos by JO&SO and courtesy of Vale do Gaio.
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