Montalma

Montes da Foia, EN266-3 Plus Code: 8C7F+VC, 8550-274 Monchique, Portugal
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Montalma

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Scored 9.7
9.7
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
67 reviews

Montalma is situated in Monchique, 31 km from Aljezur Castle, 31 km from Arade Congress Centre, and 35 km from Slide & Splash Water Park. The property has mountain and garden views, and is 26 km from Algarve International Circuit. Free private parking is available and the bed and breakfast also features bike hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area. At the bed and breakfast, each unit is equipped with a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer, units at the bed and breakfast also boast free WiFi, while certain rooms have a terrace. At the bed and breakfast, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options with fruits, juice and cheese are available. Guests are welcome to unwind in the in-house bar or lounge, while packed lunches are also available. Guests can make the most of the garden, outdoor swimming pool and yoga classes on offer at the bed and breakfast. Guests at Montalma will be able to enjoy activities in and around Monchique, like cycling. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Faro Airport is 90 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
10
High score for Monchique

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Hannah
    Ireland Ireland
    “The location was utterly stunning. It was so special watching the sun rise & set above the clouds The room was very comfortable and Maggie was such a kind host. I just wish I could have stayed longer!”
  • Sonia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Beautifully remote property, in a calming environment for peacefulness.”
  • Maddie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The location on top of the mountain was stunning. The house is very stylish and makes the most of the incredible views”
  • Constanze
    Germany Germany
    “The place is beautiful, nestled into the green hills, peacefull and unique, one of the most amazing we’ve stayed at. The indoors is charmingly designed, the outdoors area magnificent and one can’t tire of the view over the valleys all the way to...”
  • Simeon
    Germany Germany
    “Maggie is a very lovely host. She wants their guests to feel home in her little paradise. Her house is in the middle of nowhere. This is a place where you can relax and recover from all the noise and stress in our daily lives. On the day we left,...”
  • Pip
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Amazing views and very serene. Hosts were exceptional”
  • Humberto
    Portugal Portugal
    “The location was absolutely fabulous. Middle of nowhere embraced by nature. The rooms were excellent and the common areas as well. Plenty of space with mix of rustic with modern that just fits the environment. We loved the fact that there were no...”
  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The location, the welcome, the magnificent views and delicious food”
  • Rafael
    Spain Spain
    “Very nice facility. Rooms are very comfortable and high quality. The location has an unparalleled view all the way to the ocean and everything works really nicely. There are plenty of spaces to read, meditate and chat. There is a natural swimming...”
  • Thomas
    Germany Germany
    “One of the nicest hotel / guest house experiences I have had - we were road cycling around the Algarve and stayed the night after riding up the Foia mountain road. The views and sunset from the terrasse and lounge windows were incredible. The food...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Margarita & John Dommett

Company review score: 10Based on 66 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

23 years ago, Margarita & John made Monchique their home. They love living close to nature and the elements. With backgrounds in international rural development and business, they are now committed to sharing their offgrid and self-sufficiency journeys with you.

Property information

Montalma was, some 13 years ago, an abandoned mix of roofless cattle sheds and unimproved cottages. In restoring the best parts of the original building we used as many local materials as possible while meeting the highest standards of insulation and thermal efficiency. Over the last 4 years we have added on what is now Montalma - Casa de Campo. Again our focus has been on using local materials to create a building with as low a carbon footprint as possible, and which, over its lifetime, will be a substantially low energy user. Our energy certificate rates us as A+. This reflects the high levels of insulation, the wood-fired heating system, the solar water heating system and the electrical system that captures our energy from the wind and the sun.

Neighbourhood information

Although Monchique is a small town it has much to offer. While Montalma offers a cozy and welcoming retreat, we encourage you to venture out and discover the charm of this special little place.

Languages spoken

English,Spanish,French,Portuguese

Property surroundings

Facilities of Montalma
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Room Amenities

  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site

Living Area

  • Dining area

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Luggage storage
    • Express check-in/check-out

    Entertainment and family services

    • Board games/puzzles
    • Books, DVDs, or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles

    Cleaning services

    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Business facilities

    • Fax/photocopying
    • Meeting/banquet facilities

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • Key access

    General

    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Packed lunches
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests

    Accessibility

    • Toilet with grab rails
    • Wheelchair accessible

    Outdoor swimming pool

      Wellness

      • Yoga classes
      • Full body massage
      • Head massage
      • Couples massage
      • Neck massage
      • Back massage
      • Sun loungers or beach chairs
      • Massage
        Additional charge

      Languages spoken

      • English
      • Spanish
      • French
      • Portuguese

      House rules
      Montalma takes special requests - add in the next step!

      Check-in
      From 15:00 to 19:00
      Check-out
      From 08:00 to 11:00
      Cancellation/ prepayment
      Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
      Children and beds

      Child policies

      Children of any age are welcome.

      To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

      Cot and extra bed policies

      0 - 3 years
      Cot upon request
      Free

      The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

      There are no extra beds available at this property.

      All cots are subject to availability.

      No age restriction
      There is no age requirement for check-in
      Pets
      Pets are not allowed.
      Cards accepted at this property
      VisaMastercardMaestroCash is not accepted
      Smoking
      Smoking is not allowed.
      Parties
      Parties/events are not allowed

      The fine print
      Need-to-know information for guests at this property

      This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

      License number: 1234567/AL

      Legal information

      This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

      FAQs about Montalma

      • Room options at Montalma include:

        • Double
        • Twin/Double

      • Montalma is 1.2 miles from the centre of Monchique. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

      • Montalma offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

        • Massage
        • Cycling
        • Hiking
        • Canoeing
        • Temporary art galleries
        • Couples massage
        • Bike tours
        • Back massage
        • Swimming Pool
        • Full body massage
        • Walking tours
        • Neck massage
        • Bicycle rental
        • Head massage
        • Tour or class about local culture
        • Yoga classes

      • The prices at Montalma may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

      • Check-in at Montalma is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.