Quinta Do Lago, Algarve
On a secluded part of southern Portugal's Algarve coast, amid 1,680 acres of gentle hills and pine woods, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, stands the Hotel Quinta do Lago. This five star resort has spectacular views across the Ria Formosa Nature Reserve, a famous bird sanctuary, bringing all the natural beauty of the surroundings to its guests. For the finishing touch, each superbly appointed and spacious guest room or suite opens to a tiled, sea or garden-view terrace or balcony. *** Hotel will be closed for the season from November 25th, 2007 to January 19th, 2008.

Guest Rooms - Other room type than std, dlx, ste, ... etc.
The facilities offered in each room include two direct-line telephones, a safe, minibar, individually controlled air conditioning, video and satellite television, and a variety of deluxe bathroom amenities including hairdryer and full-size bars of soaps.
Standard Rooms - Standard Room
* Lagoon Side, Direct Sea View: These rooms offer a full ocean view and overlook the Ria Formosa Natural Park, the dunes and the Atlantic Ocean, with spectacular afternoon sunsets. Single/Twin. * Lagoon Side, Partial Sea View: These rooms offer a partial ocean view and overlook the Ria Formosa Natural Park, the dunes and the Atlantic Ocean, with spectacular afternoon sunsets. Single/Twin. * Lagoon Side, Garden View: These rooms overlook the hotel's charming gardens, with spectacular afternoon sunsets. Single/Twin. * Golf Side, Partial Sea View These rooms offer a partial ocean view, with sunrise overlooking the golf course. Single/Twin. * Golf Side, Garden View: These rooms overlook the hotel's charming gardens and main entrance. Single/Twin.
Deluxe Rooms - Deluxe Room
The deluxe rooms are larger than the standard rooms, offering an additional lounge area within the room with sofa and armchair. Another plus is the refined, comfortable and appealing decor. The rooms have corona beds, either two twins or one king. * Lagoon Side: These rooms offer a full ocean view and overlook the Ria Formosa Natural Park, the dunes and the Atlantic Ocean. They have a larger bathroom, some with separate shower. * Golf Side: These rooms offer a partial sea view and overlook the golf course. They have a larger bathroom, some with separate shower.
Disabled Rooms - Other room type than std, dlx, ste, ... etc.
There are two rooms designed specifically for disabled guests. They feature wider bathroom doors, special handrails in the bathroom, lower beds and lower light switches. These rooms are situated on the golf side of the hotel, with garden views and direct access to the exterior.
Suites - Suite
Amenities and facilities are the same as for the standard rooms but with larger sizes of bathroom toiletries. There are two small, decorated pots and one large one containing fresh flowers, and a complimentary box of confectionery and chocolate is provided in each suite.
Standard Suites - Suite
* Lagoon Side, Garden View These suites are situated on the ground floor, overlooking the hotel's beautiful gardens. They have a bedroom with separate lounge and dining area, a bathroom with bath tub, and an additional guest bathroom with shower. They also offer a balcony.
Deluxe Suites - Suite
* Garden or Direct Sea View These suites are located on the higher floors of the hotel, some with a full ocean view, others overlooking the hotel's beautiful gardens. All are equipped with balconies. They have a bedroom with a very large, separate lounge and dining area, a bathroom with bath tub, and a separate guest bathroom. Two of the suites have the ability to interconnect with an additional bedroom. Flower arrangements are also provided.
Royal 2 Bedroom Suite - Suite
* Royal Suite The Royal Suite is the hotel's largest suite with two separate bedrooms, one king and one with two twin beds. Private terrace with full ocean view. Special amenities include bar area, living room with large dining room, dressing room, small private pool and 3 bathrooms including one Jacuzzi, satellite/cable large screen TV, VCR, DVD and CD players. Huge suite is 4,306 sq ft/456 sqm.

Guests can enjoy cocktails in the Laguna Bar before dining in one of two superb restaurants - the Ca d'oro serves fine Venetian cuisine in an elegant atmosphere, while the Navegadores offers a varied menu featuring many traditional Portuguese specialities. Only the freshest local produce is used. Light meals are also available at the poolside bar. Room service is available 24 hours per day. For the convenience of our guests, there are non-smoking areas in our restaurants.

Star Rating 5; Condé Nast Traveller Gold List 2006; Condé Nast Traveller Gold List 2005; Best Golf Resort Hotel in Portugal- World Travel Awards 2005; Best Portuguese Hotel - World Travel Awards by Very Best Magazine 2004

Hotel Quinta do Lago is located on the Algarve coast in southern Portugal, in a place where outstanding natural beauty is perfectly complemented by gracious living. Where acres of green, undulating countryside, scented pine forests, flower-bordered lakes and lush vegetation meander down to a golden shore. Some of the best Golf Courses in Europe are only 5 to 20 minutes drive from the hotel. The beach is only 10 minutes walk across the romantic footbridge over the Ria Formosa nature reserve.

Algarve, Portugal

* Portugal's leading golf courses are to be found in the Algarve, including nine within easy access of the hotel, and are of world-championship standard. They provide an exhilarating experience for both the seasoned golfer and the occasional player. Conditions are ideal for golf all year. * Miles of superb, golden, sandy beaches are a sunbather's paradise. Every kind of watersport is available, including excellent sailing, with remote coves to drop anchor and relax in, marinas such as Vilamoura and picturesque fishing villages. Hire a dinghy or charter a yacht and experience the excitement of sailing the Atlantic. Deep sea fishing is also on offer for those who want to wrestle with swordfish, ray, tuna, shark or snapper. Waterskiing, windsurfing and scuba diving are also available. * Horseriding is one of the more exhilarating ways to explore the countryside, from the luxuriant pine woods to almond groves and soft sands. There are dozens of good stables stocked with Anglo-Arab Lusitano horses. * For tennis fans there are tennis courts located throughout the Algarve, with several specialized centers such as the David Lloyd Tennis Center near the hotel. * Enjoy a boat trip along the coast, with a barbecue lunch on a secluded beach. * Visit a local market to choose from traditionally made handicrafts such as grass-matting baskets and rugs, beautiful handpainted pottery and tiles, beaten copperware and intricate lace. * Visit Faro with its lovely cafes, smart shops, cobblestoned streets and grand houses with wrought-iron balconies. In the Cidade Velha (Old Town) you can browse around the 13th century cathedral and bishop's palace. * Take a day trip to Cabo de Sao Vincente - the southwesternmost point of Europe - with its famous lighthouse and dramatice views of sea and cliffs. Nelson defeated the French off this cape in 1797. * The old Moorish capital of Silves is well worth visiting for its sandstone castle and battlements standing proudly against a backdrop of rugged hills. * Monchique - a quaint, Roman spa town with picturesque 17th century architecture, set high in the hills. The summit of Monchique offers superb views towards the coast.