An authentic rural retreat
STYLE
A former agricultural estate renovated into a charming, quietly luxurious hotel
SITUATION
On the edge of Monsaraz, a medieval village in the Alentejo, in the south of Portugal and a 1-hour-45-minute drive from Lisbon
CAPACITY
40 Rooms & Cottages
HIGHLIGHTS
Enjoy a stunningly charming rural retreat and discover the natural and gastronomic heritage of the Alentejo
THE EXPERIENCES
- Massages and treatments at the Spa
- Private picnic on the property
- Hot-air balloon flight over the Alentejo
- Astronomical observations in the Alqueva reserve
- Archaeological excursion with an expert (Barrocal menhirs)
- Wine and olive oil tastings
- Horse-riding, walking and cycling trips
- Boat tour on the Alqueva lake
- Pottery workshop in São Pedro do Corval
- Guided tour of Évora and Monsaraz
THE EXTRAORDINARY
Soar above the vast estate of São Lourenço do Barrocal in a hot-air balloon, and admire the stunning landscapes of the Alentejo. At first light, from the basket, you will gently take off from the property and glide over the hilltop village of Monsaraz, Lake Alqueva, fields dotted with farm animals, vineyards and olive groves... Let yourself be carried by the wind during this magnificent experience!
ETHICS
Hotel São Lourenço do Barrocal was created through the renovation of 7 farm buildings on a deserted 780-hectare agricultural estate. In addition to materials salvaged on-site (tiles, terracotta, stone, etc.), thousands of locally produced handmade bricks were used to ensure the hotel blends seamlessly into the landscape. The property is also equipped with solar panels, is committed to reducing waste, offers «farm-to-table» gastronomy and has its own 10,000 m² organic vegetable garden.























