Sao Teotonio Vacations from $830

We stayed at Palmares Signature apartments a week with our 2 boys. The property is beautiful, modern, unique concept, great furniture, partial sea views from the terrace, fully stocked kitchen ( cuttlery, glasses, cups, pots and pans although we have not eaten in the apartment). The two rooms are connected thru a short outdoor hallway which offers privacy between the master/living room and the second room. The restaurant views are stunning. Cleaning staff were wonderful, always on time and did a great job. You need a car as Lagos is 12 min away. Unfortunately some things didn’t go smoothly hence the rating. The A/C in the main living area hasn’t worked. The room temp hovered around 25 until it fully died, leaking on the floor. Staff have offered to move us to a new room ( lower floor though) that had the same broken A/C. As the A/C was still working in the bedrooms we decided to not move.They brought a noisy portable A/C for living room with towels spread on the floor to contain the leak. The water was lukewarm until the last day when it was raised to a comfortable temperature. The breakfast was good quality, decent assortment but every day the same. After 7 days it got repetitive. The beds were not as comfortable as we were expecting from a resort of such caliber. There is construction at the property although they try to contain it. The windows are great at protecting the units from the construction noise. All in all was not the experience we were hoping for.

From the moment we arrived at this beautifully elevated agriturismo in the heart of the Portuguese Alentejo, we were swept into a different rhythm—one that felt personal, civil, and unhurried, as if we were cherished guests at a friend’s traditional whitewashed farmhouse. The property itself is a vision: simple and elegant, with classic whitewashed walls that glow in the afternoon light and frame sweeping views of the surrounding countryside. Every detail has been thoughtfully considered, from the rustic charm of the architecture to the serenity of the interiors—each space whispering comfort and quiet sophistication. Francisco was a true gem, anticipating our every need with warmth and grace. His attentiveness never felt intrusive—only kind, genuine, and full of care. And breakfast with Dina was nothing short of joyful. Her Brazilian sunshine smile lit up the mornings like the first light over the fields. It was as if we were waking not just to the day, but to life itself. What made our stay so extraordinary wasn’t just the beauty of the place, but the feeling it evoked: that rare sense of being truly welcomed. Everything felt so personal, so considered, and so soulfully Portuguese—with just the right touch of elevated ease. We left feeling restored, grateful, and already dreaming of our return.

The staff was excellent! The room was large & clean. The pool was clean but awkward to get to. The elevator/lift was very small. Room service was good but slow. Would definitely stay again!!

Excellent staff. Great location. Short walk to sandy beach. Only negative is that it was a little remote from town.