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Description

    The only “palace hotel” in the Algarve, and part of the select club of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, is now revealed in all its splendour, providing a unique experience in the south of the Portugal.

    Characterised by the rich and decorative architecture resulting from the restoration of a 19th century palace, while preserving its original features, the Pousada Palácio de Estoi has 63 rooms, French-style gardens, an outdoor swimming pool with a view of the sea and the mountains, as well as all the amenities of the 21st century.

    The Reception area is located in the old Chapel, which, with its Luís XV style, is dedicated to the Sagrada Família. In collaboration with the Faro Municipal Museum, the old reception area will now host a new space for exhibitions forming part of a museum collection dedicated to the history of the region and its various : Roman, Islamic and classic influences.

    The mix of Neoclassical, Neorococó and Art Nouveau styles continues to be visible in every corner of this Pousada, including its salons, which now feature more classic furniture, a new colour palette that harmonises with the frescoes and two distinct languages in the two restaurant areas, serving lunch and dinner in a variety of themes, in addition to a new outdoor deck.

    The Pousada Palácio Estoi - Small Luxury Hotel is a Monument Hotel in Estoi with 63 rooms, 38 superior rooms and 3 suites.

    The rooms are comfortable and feature minimalist and modern furniture as well as plenty of natural light. The indoor gardens are spread throughout the hallways and create a comfortable and almost intimate atmosphere. 

    Named a monument in Portugal, the palace has been completely restored with a new wing designed by the renowned Portuguese architect Gonçalo Byrne.

    In the summer, enjoy the outdoor swimming pool with a view of the sea and the mountains.. 

    The Palácio de Estoi offers common areas on the 3rd floor, as well as original palace halls, recently restored. The Visconde restaurant with contemporary and local cuisine, is located in the old palace kitchen. 

    LOCATION AND DESTINATION
    Estoi is located alongside the Serra do Barrocal, between the coast and mountains, where the temperature is more pleasant. In this village, you will surely be well taken care of and will return home with unforgettable culinary memories. Don't forget to visit the Milreu Roman ruins and the archaeological site

    It is located 12 km from Faro International Airport and 18 km from Faro's beaches (Ilha Deserta, Ilha do Farol and Culatra) as well as 29 km from Quinta do Lago beach. 

Location

Address

Rua São José

GPS Coordinates

X: -7.895517 - Y: 37.09665

Means of Transport

Amenities

AIR CONDITIONING

BREAKFAST

BUSINESS CENTER

FRIDGE

HEATED SWIMMING POOL

LAUNDRY

OUTDOOR SWIMMING POOL

PARKING

PETS ALLOWED

RESTAURANT

ROOM SERVICE

SPA

TELEPHONE IN GUEST ROOMS

TV IN GUEST ROOMS

WI-FI

Restaurant

    The restaurant has a curious access: the old kitchen of the Palace. Here you can find the old system of phones, the original stove and the chimney, decorated with restored original tiles and sinks. This is where you find the breakfast buffet in the morning and you can imagine how our meals were made for 3 centuries. It is also here that you find a giant cataplana in the traditional cataplana night during the summer, one of the most popular snacks in Algarve.

    The traditional bar is inside the palace and retains the old china cabinet, which displays some wines which can accompany your meal. But the strength, both at the bar service as at the restaurant is the amazing terrace where you can dine calmly, with the Algarve countryside scenery giving even more emphasis on the flavors that you will experience. In the summer, the pool bar also serves snacks and light meals so that you can make the most of the palace deck. In winter, be sure to ask for a cup of tea or coffee, just to enjoy one of the delicious Florentines made in the kitchens of the palace.

    So, it is not surprising that the seafood cataplana is one of the top dishes of this Pousada. Rich, aromatic and delicious, you shouldn't feel embarrassed to ask for a spoon to eat the bottom sauce like a soup. Alternatively, there is also a delicious cataplana of pork tenderloin with clams and sweet potato. There are also other must-see suggestions such as the mille-feuille with tuna and tomato, the Lagareiro octopus and lacquered duck leg with locust risotto and orange sauce: an explosion of flavors from the Algarve with each bite.

    If you started the meal eagerly and tasted the fried shrimp typically from Algarve, the octopus salad or the tasting of regional delicacies; you will certainly finish it better, with the sophistication and modernity of the chef of the Pousada of Estói Palace giving the special touch to the typical products of the region. The heirs; the fig parfait with berries ice cream; the carob tart with "lúcia lime" cream and lemon sorbeve; and the orange pie with mint and chocolate sorbet deserve all the space you can save to try them out.

    The wine list has national and even local suggestions with three whites and three reds to represent the wine region of the Algarve. Well worth a try.

Things to Do

Things to See

PINHA (PINE) FESTIVAL
May, 2nd

FESTIVAL MED
June, 28th-30th in the Historic Centre of Loulé

MOTARDS CONCENTRATION OF FARO
July, 19th-22nd in Vale das Almas

GASTRONOMY FAIR Ria Formosa
End of June

FARO FAIR
October, 16th – 24th

SEAFOOD FESTIVAL OF OLHÃO
August, 8th-12th

WHITE NIGHT IN OLHÃO (mobile time)

Local Festivities

PINHA (PINE) FESTIVAL
May, 2nd

FESTIVAL MED
June, 28th-30th in the Historic Centre of Loulé

MOTARDS CONCENTRATION OF FARO
July, 19th-22nd in Vale das Almas

GASTRONOMY FAIR Ria Formosa
End of June

FARO FAIR
October, 16th – 24th

SEAFOOD FESTIVAL OF OLHÃO
August, 8th-12th

WHITE NIGHT IN OLHÃO (mobile time)

Activities

  • Guided cultural tours
  • Tasting of regional products
  • Water sports
  • Water Slide Park
  • Boat Trips
  • Diving

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