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Monte do Casal, a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World is considered as one of the most charming boutique hotels in the Algarve. Nominated once again this year by WTA for World Travel Awards as one of Portugal’s Leading Boutique Hotels, Monte do Casal is the perfect retreat for those who appreciate discreet luxury in a beautiful relaxing atmosphere. Located just outside the historic village of Estoi this charming country hotel is only a short distance from Faro International Airport and some of the Algarve’s most beautiful sandy beaches and outstanding golf courses.

Dating back to the 18th Century, Monte do Casal, has evolved from a 200 year old manor house into a gem of graceful living and is one of the world’s classic small boutique hotels. Monte do Casal is for guests seeking exquisite cuisine and personalised service in a very special relaxed atmosphere. With breathtaking views, Monte do Casal boasts the Algarve’s first private botanical garden complete with lakes, waterfalls, rock pools and ponds.

There are only 18 spacious guest rooms and suites, offering beautifully appointed bathrooms, oversized beds, luxury personal amenities, air-conditioning and private terraces where a personal housekeeper will serve a delicious breakfast each morning.Serenity and charm are the two elements that summarize the Sanctuary Spa, set in the tranquil gardens overlooking the Pine Lake. With exceptional facilities and a wide range of therapies this spa experience is in complete harmony with the beautiful natural surroundings.The award winning restaurant, recommended by Michelin, provides a choice of menus that will exceed your highest expectations. Outstanding quality and choice of dishes, genuinely warm friendly service and professionalism reflected in the attention to detail.

The Restaurant offers an intimate and refined ambience with alcoves, open log fires and traditional eucalyptus pole and cane ceilings. During the summer enjoy a relaxed al fresco experience dining on the beautiful Pergola Terrace with its gentle trickling fountain, surrounded by palm trees and honeysuckle, or on the wood Sundeck, overlooking the botanical gardens, lakes and waterfalls.

Accommodation: There are eighteen individually designed, beautifully decorated and spacious Suites and Bedrooms with specially selected mahogany furniture. Fine Egyptian cotton linens, a fluffy duvet, extra large beds and a choice of pillows including down and feather.

Each bedroom has the latest flat screen TV with satellite multinational channels; a DVD player, radio\CD music system and a broadband wireless complimentary internet connection. There is a choice of DVDs of the latest movies and CDs for your listening pleasure, available from Reception at no additional charge. Each bedroom has a mini bar offering a good range of drinks, nuts and chocolates. Room service is available as well.

All the luxury bathrooms are of the highest standards and have been decorated with mahogany furniture with double basins, white marble and the finest wall tiles. There is a full bath with separate shower controls and a special extra large 20cm ‘rainforest’ showerhead complete with shower bath robes and soft large towels. Indulge yourself in luxury and pure pampering with our range of toiletries and Aromatherapy bath selections from Molton Brown. Monte do Casal has six luxuriously appointed Suites with separate sitting rooms and extra large terraces. All the bedrooms have large private terraces with two teak sun beds and extra deep 12cm mattresses; a small teak table by the sun beds for books; and bamboo table and two bamboo chairs for breakfast. The large white linen umbrella made from African hardwood sets the scene. The luxury breakfast is brought each morning onto your private terrace by your personal maid, discreetly and directly without disturbing you. Once the table is set, complete with flowers, she announces quietly that breakfast is ready. One of the many reasons that make Monte do Casal a superb and unique boutique hotel.

More information on Monte do Casal: http://www.montedocasal.pt