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Monchique Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
Luxury resort with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools

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2 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
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Lobby lounge
Billiards
Reception
Nestled near Monchique Thermal Springs, Monchique Resort & Spa is a luxury haven. Unwind with yoga classes at the 24-hour gym or indulge in a massage at Sensorial Spa. With two on-site restaurants serving local and international cuisine, kids' meals, and daily manager's reception with free breakfast buffet.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • All inclusive
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Pool
Spa treatment

Spa

Sensorial Spa has 7 treatment rooms including couples treatment rooms. The resort's spa offers deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and sports massages. Types of treatments available include aromatherapy and facials. Other on-site facilities include a steam room, a mud bath, and a sauna.

Spa treatment
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Room options

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Suite, Patio (with balcony) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, Patio (with balcony)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Panoramic Suite, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Panoramic Suite, Terrace | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Panoramic Suite, Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Terrace
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, Patio (with Terrace) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, Patio (with Terrace)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite Monchique | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite Monchique

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Monchique, Monchique Resort & Spa is near theme parks and in the mountains. Portimão Harbor and Le Meridien Penina Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Monchique Thermal Springs and Alvor Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Portimão Arena or Algarve Racing.
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Lugar Do Montinho, Monchique, 8550-232

What's nearby

  • Monchique Thermal Springs - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Foia Mountain - 11 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Alvor Beach - 27 min drive - 15.8 miles
  • Algarve International Autodrome Raceway - 27 min drive - 14.2 miles
  • International Kart Circuit - 28 min drive - 14.4 miles

Getting around

  • Portimao Station - 21 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Velochique - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Ti Emilia Bicho - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Grumpy Mamas - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Encontro De Amigos - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Oliver Restaurante - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Monchique Resort & Spa

Luxury family-friendly resort near Monchique Thermal Springs
Located close to International Kart Circuit, Monchique Resort & Spa provides a free breakfast buffet, a swim-up bar, and a poolside bar. Treat yourself to a hot stone massage, a body treatment, or aromatherapy at Sensorial Spa, the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and local and international cuisine. Yoga classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; other things to do include hiking/biking. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a free daily manager's reception and a terrace.
Other perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools along with sun loungers, pool umbrellas, and a swim-up bar
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), supervised childcare (surcharge), and 1 meeting room
  • An elevator, an electric bike charging station, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 190 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like separate sitting areas and separate dining areas.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Childcare services and travel cribs
  • 2 bathrooms with bidets and shower/tub combinations
  • 43-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

All inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Monchique Resort & Spa are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Mercado Culinário
  • Mon-Chic

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Playground
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Dining table
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 7 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Mud bath
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet (35 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 12 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric bike charging
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Double sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from January 5 2026 to February 26 2026 (dates subject to change).
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 5 2026 to February 26 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the bars/lounges
  • One of the dining venues
  • Breakfast
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fitness facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Meeting facilities
  • Recreation facilities
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Spa/Beauty services
  • Supervised childcare
  • Swimming pool
The property is closed between December 01 and March 30.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 30 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: EUR 200.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 91 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Pet fee: EUR 30 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Facilities fee: EUR 50 per person, per day and includes use of: sauna; hot tub; spa; swimming pool; fitness facilities

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 811

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Monchique Wellness
Monchique Wellness Resort
Macdonald Monchique Resort
Macdonald Monchique
Macdonald Resort
Macdonald Monchique Resort Spa
Monchique Resort
Monchique Resort Spa
Monchique Resort & Spa Resort
Monchique Resort & Spa Monchique
Monchique Resort & Spa Resort Monchique

Frequently asked questions

Does Monchique Resort & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–7:00 PM. The pool will be unavailable from January 5 2026 to February 26 2026 (dates subject to change).

Is Monchique Resort & Spa pet-friendly?

Yes, Monchique Resort & Spa allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet. There's a fee of EUR 30 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Monchique Resort & Spa?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Monchique Resort & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Monchique Resort & Spa?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Monchique Resort & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 91 per vehicle applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Monchique Resort & Spa?

Some rate plans available at this resort are all-inclusive.

Where is Monchique Resort & Spa located?

This family-friendly Monchique resort is located in a regional park, 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Monchique Thermal Springs, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Hospital Portimão and Portimão Arena. Portimão Harbor and Algarve Racing are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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