Originally Posted by
nycflyerrr
Not in the Algarve, however I would highly recommend the CONVENTO DO ESPINHEIRO HERITAGE HOTEL & SPA. We spent 3 nights at the hotel and it was amazing, rather hot in August however the hotel was almost empty (and I mean empty). We really had the place to ourselves. Our room was in the original convent section where they have restored the old chapel for weddings. The pool is very relaxing and they have spa services available, service/food in the restaurant was very good. Evora is an extremely interesting historical town and you get a good local feel of Portugal vs. an abundance of tourists in the Algarve similar to the south of Spain.
We also stayed at the Sheraton in Lisbon on this trip and the Convento was head and shoulders above the other properties. I believe they were all the same redemption amount.
Thanks for your advice - we actually stayed at the Espinheiro after reading you post and it was truly excellent. Had a great time there and enjoyed their nice restaurant & spa areas.