Viceroy at Ombria Algarve has been spotlighted in Travel + Leisure, showcasing its blend of luxury, nature, and authentic Portuguese charm. The feature highlights the resort’s elegant accommodations, diverse dining options, immersive experiences, and strong commitment to sustainability, positioning it as a premier Algarve destination.
The resort’s 76 guest rooms reflect the region’s essence, featuring locally crafted rugs, intricate tilework, and custom-made headboards from repurposed trees. Select rooms offer private patios or plunge pools, seamlessly blending indoor comfort with outdoor serenity.
Culinary excellence is a hallmark of the Viceroy experience, with six dining venues fusing regional flavours and global influences. Café Central brings the charm of a Portuguese bakery, Bellvino celebrates fine wines and artisanal delicacies, and Ombria Kitchen serves seasonally inspired Portuguese cuisine. Solalua is perfect for cocktails, while Casa & Fora offers a relaxed setting for golfers, and Salpico, the poolside bar, serves light, refreshing dishes.
Beyond its accommodations and dining, the resort offers diverse activities. Guests can unwind in four pools—three heated—or enjoy the championship 18-hole golf course with panoramic Algarve views. Hands-on workshops with local artisans, guided walks through Loulé, bread baking, wine tastings, and excursions to honey farms connect visitors with the region’s cultural heritage.
Adventurous travellers can explore the countryside on foot, bike, or horseback. Wellness is central to the Viceroy experience. While an intimate spa suite currently offers massages and facials, the Spa by Viceroy will open in 2025, featuring a thermal pool, eight treatment rooms, and a full-service beauty salon.Families are warmly welcomed, with the Kid’s Club providing engaging activities, indoor and outdoor play areas, a mini kitchen, and a nursery.
Young guests can enjoy creative craft and cooking classes, ensuring an enriching stay. Sustainability is a core philosophy. The resort maintains an on-site nursery for native plants, a 1:5 replanting policy, and has restored nearly 6,000 feet of river habitat. Water conservation initiatives include rainwater collection for irrigation, while solar technology harnesses the Algarve’s abundant sunshine.
Perfectly positioned just 30 minutes from Faro Airport, Viceroy at Ombria Algarve offers both seclusion and accessibility. Guests can explore the charming town of Loulé, the golden beaches of Faro, or even venture across the border to southern Spain, just a 90-minute drive away.
This remarkable feature in Travel + Leisure reinforces Viceroy at Ombria Algarve’s reputation as a destination that seamlessly blends luxury with nature, culture, and sustainability.
Travel + Leisure
6/12/2024
