Monte do Alento - Castro da Cola

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Luxury
4.0 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Upscale family-friendly guest house in the mountains

At Monte do Alento - Castro da Cola, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. Adventurous travellers may like the hiking/biking trails at this guest house. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is £54
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov

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A neatly made bed with pillows and a lamp, a wall with decorative items, and a curtain partially drawn.

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A cozy living room with a sofa, a small wooden table, and a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances.

Family Room

  • 340 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A modern outdoor living area with a pool, seating, and large windows.

Deluxe Villa, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
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About the area

Located in Ourique, Monte do Alento - Castro da Cola is in a rural area and in the mountains. Royal Basilica of Castro Verde and Barragem de Santa Clara are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cerro da Rocha Brava. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Ourique travel guide
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Monte do Alento - Castro da Cola, Ourique, 7670-210

What's nearby

  • Royal Basilica of Castro Verde
    37 min drive - 27.5 miles
  • Cerro da Rocha Brava
    42 min drive - 25.3 miles
  • Maralhas Mill
    54 min drive - 41.4 miles
  • Barragem de Santa Clara
    54 min drive - 35.0 miles
  • Nossa Senhora do Castelo Chapel
    55 min drive - 41.0 miles

Restaurants

  • Olaria
    25 min drive
  • Castro da Cola
    5 min drive
  • Novo Coimbra
    9 min drive
  • Galp
    11 min drive
  • Restaurante Boa Viagem
    10 min drive

About this property

Monte do Alento - Castro da Cola

  • Upscale family-friendly guest house in the mountains
  • At Monte do Alento - Castro da Cola, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. Adventurous travellers may like the hiking/biking trails at this guest house. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self-parking
    • Free bike hire, express check-out and express check-in
    • 1 meeting room, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Monte do Alento - Castro da Cola have perks, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Showers, hairdryers and shampoo
    • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
    • Full-sized fridge/freezers, cookware/dishes/utensils and free infant beds

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Frequently asked questions

Does Monte do Alento - Castro da Cola have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Monte do Alento - Castro da Cola?

As of 10 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Monte do Alento - Castro da Cola on 11 Nov 2026 start from £54, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Monte do Alento - Castro da Cola pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 10 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Monte do Alento - Castro da Cola?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Monte do Alento - Castro da Cola?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Monte do Alento - Castro da Cola?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Monte do Alento - Castro da Cola located?

This family-friendly Ourique guesthouse is located in the mountains, 18.8 mi (30.3 km) from Royal Basilica of Castro Verde, and within 32 mi (52 km) of Cerro da Rocha Brava and Albufeira do Funcho. Barragem de Santa Clara is 29.4 mi (47.3 km) away.

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Reviews

Monte do Alento - Castro da Cola Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing hotel, very well kept. Surrounded by nature, perfect place to relax with very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing hotel, beautiful location, friendly staff and great value. Can't ask for anything more than that.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Very nice place with a stunning view. We got even a vegetarian dinner. An improvement could be mosquito net at the windows to avoid insects in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place

Should be a 3/4 star Great staff and nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Really lovely place. Very peaceful and with an amazing view and pool. Friendly staff and included a nice simple breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful facility and welcoming and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Stunning vista in the middle of the Portuguese countryside, featuring an infinity pool, with lots of space. It is in a very remote area with no public services, facilities or buildings for miles. Classy decor and staff and great value for money. The staff are just wonderful, so delightfully friendly and warm
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

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This property is a little oasis hidden away. While a bit tricky to get to as you have to drive on unpaved roads, it's worth it once you get there. The room had everything we needed, and the breakfast was wonderful and included local products. The location is quite rural, however, the closest town (Ourique) was only a 15 minute drive away. It's not a big town by any means, but there were a few restaurant options and a Pingo Doce and an Aldi for groceries. The only thing preventing this from being a 5 star stay was the atmosphere during our stay due to other guests. There happened to be a large family who booked during the same time as us and they completely took over the pool area. As the location is in such a quiet area and there isn't a ton to do, we were looking forward to sitting by the beautiful pool and relaxing in the afternoon. That was tainted by children screaming and jumping into the pool, in addition to them bringing a speaker and playing loud music for hours. They were having a good time and the property is family friendly so perhaps our fault for not inquiring, but if you're looking for a quiet getaway, this may not be the place to book. While it wasn't the stay we were hoping for, the staff and accommodation itself was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great if you’re looking for a quiet and relaxing place. Beautiful property with a pool. No restaurant on site but snacks and drinks are available. Also there are a few small towns near by with places to eat. Just a short stay to do some birding.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Tranquility place

We were delighted with our stay. The accommodation (which are small, cute houses) need a little improvements. But the location! I have to admit, this is the most authentic and peaceful place I've ever been to. It's the place of serenity with abundance of being close to the nature. Stunning views with opportunity for lots of outdoor activities!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay away. Beautiful landscape and enjoyable pool. Limited services for dinner (basic cooking utensils were available, but shopping is quite far so you should bring food supplies in advance). Beautiful place to watch stars and good internet service. Simple but high quality breakfast with local products. As with any other nature stay, recommend to bring insect repellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful oasis in the heart of the Alentejo countryside with a gorgeous infinity pool overlooking the hills. Nice room, very cozy. Unpaved road leading to the resort which is manageable for the experienced driver. Much of the estate is still under construction. Fun hiking trail that was difficult to access. Property offers free use of their bikes, however all the tires need to be filled. Had an excellent meal a short drive away in Orique. Recommend this to adventure and nature lovers who want to feed the conquistador within.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Not sure where to begin, however this is now a special place to me and my partner. We visited 2 years ago - absolutely loved everything about it and during this visit I proposed to her here. The place itself is like a small villa and the location is fairly remote, be aware the drive up to get to this property isn’t for the feint of heart… especially with a rental car. It definitely adds to the experience of being remote but take your time and it’s not too bad. The room is spacious and the bathrooms are very nice. The showers have rainfall shower heads and there is a window right beside the shower - if you get lucky (rooms 5/6/7/8) they face west, so you can shower as the sun sets beside you. Each room is equipped with an air conditioning unit, so you can adjust the temperature to your liking. Beds are comfy, pillows are soft, nothing to worry about with comfort. The pool and outdoor spaces are what makes this place unique. The infinity pool is amazing and there are plenty of loungers and umbrellas for all. The hike that you can go on is awesome, bring some water and you’ll be fine. It takes you to a very quiet and remote part of a river with the option to kayak/canoe (you have to ask and pay first though). The staff during my stay were all very lovely but there was one in particular that went above and beyond. I forget his name (sorry!) however he was there the entire time we were there and was always smiling and ensured we had everything. Thank you!
The star of the show - the infinity pool
Breakfast with locally sourced foods
Hike to the river
Sunset
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful tranquil location. No food after 4pm, not even a bowl of peanuts, so we had to drive to town to get food!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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8/10 Good

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El sitio es precioso y el personal atento y amable. Todo muy limpio. El desayuno también genial. Los puntos malos serian que el aire caliente no calentaba mucho y además hacia mucho ruido para dormir a gusto.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

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Beau séjour parmi vous
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

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Lite dålig väg upp till boendet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

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Tranquilo mas …

Ficámos nesta casa rural por apenas uma noite, chegamos depois de almoço para poder aproveitar a piscina mas todas as espreguiçadeiras com sombrinha estavam ‘reservadas ‘ com toalhas de pessoas que nem estavam ali. Tivemos de puxar duas espreguiçadeiras livres para o sol a torrar com 38 graus. Quando uma dessas pessoas resolveu aparecer lá perguntámos se podíamos puxar uma sombrinha para nós . Depois começou a gritaria das crianças na piscina , e quis ler um livro e nem consegui . Tivemos de ir para o quarto, felizmente este era bem isolado e não se ouvia praticamente nada . Não conseguimos apanhar nenhum canal português no satélite , apenas havia os 4 normais . Normalmente quando reservamos este tipo de estadias procuramos paz para recarregar baterias e infelizmente não conseguimos . Iremos ter em conta da próxima e marcar talvez em setembro. A limpeza do quarto também não ficou a 100%, o copinho das escovas de dentes estava completamente sujo, o duche já tinha vestígios de bolor nos cantos, coisas talvez normais nas nossas casas mas 150€ por noite espera -se um pouco mais de brio. A última coisa menos positiva é o horário de pequeno almoço , apenas das 9-11h. Acordámos as 7.30h e foi chato ter de ficar a aguardar até as 9h. A oferta do pequeno almoço até é boa . De resto adoramos o espaço , a tranquilidade envolvente da natureza e as ovelhinhas a rondarem la ao pé :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Zeer gastvrije ontvangst, mooi appartement, goed zwembad, heerlijk ontbijt. Waanzinnig mooi uitzicht. Er is veel te zien en te doen voor mensen die houden van rust, ruimte en buitenactiviteiten. Hele mooie wandelingen gemaakt. Voor vragen en tips is de gastheer altijd bereikbaar. Wij komen zeker terug!
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10/10 Excellent

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Muti bom. Excelente anfitriões. São pessoas assim que nos fazem voltar… sem palavras.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic place for a beautiful stay near Castro da Cola. The view over the estate and the infinity pool are gorgeous. There is an amazing trail of 5km from the Monte, which is all signed and really worth doing. The breakfast is regional and very good. The rooms are lovely, very clean and comfortable. You can take a quick 15min drive to the nearest town called Ourique where You can find same nice views and food is also amazing. Absolutely worth a drive, we will definitely return to Monte do Alento.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

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Carregar Energias

André e Filipa dois anfitriões de altíssimo nivel sempre disponiveis e prontos a ajudar. O Monte do Alento tem muito potencial ainda por desenvolver, o walking trail melhor sinalizado e a possibilidade de petiscar enchidos e vinhos da zona
Stayed 1 night in May 2020
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8/10 Good

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Vamos voltar!

A quinta tem um potencial enorme, esta ainda a ser melhorada. Mas sem duvida que vamos voltar :) Localizacao muito silenciosa, vistas deslumbrantes, piscina muito bonita, quarto acolhedor. Atendimento excelente. O que faltava? Artigos de higiene no quarto, champô por exemplo. Não disponibiliza refeições para alem do pequeno almoço.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024