Martinhal Beach Resort & Hotel

Terrace Rooms at Hotel Martinhal are situated within the main building and surrounded by private gardens.

The architecture draws on the austere beauty of the unspoiled western Algarve, a design signature that’s effortlessly carried through to the living spaces.

The use by British furniture and interiors designer Michael Sodeau of natural materials like timber, cork and wicker to furnish the rooms lend the accommodation a minimalist, organic quality that is as appealing as it is innovative.

Likewise, the muted pastel tones used to decorate the interior create a wonderfully mellow atmosphere that is easy on the mind, and on the soul.

Each en-suite room has its own private wood deck terrace and an area of lawn where guests can lounge and soak in the sun and memorable sea views.

Hotel Martinhal Beach Rooms are arranged in clusters of four near the beach and are just a short walk from the main building.

Positioned to take full advantage of an outstanding coastal panorama, these rooms are flat roofed and wrapped entirely in natural timber to blend effortlessly into the landscape.

Inside, the colour palette is deliberately subdued and living spaces fashionably understated: the mood is cool and refined.

Natural wood, stone, cork and other locally sourced materials have been employed by British furniture and interiors designer Michael Sodeau to decorate the interior. The impression is one of function and continuity.

Rooms open on to private balconies or terraces where glorious ocean views and sunsets can be fully appreciated.

The Beach Suites at Hotel Martinhal number just two and are visually stunning in their appearance.

Clad in natural timber and positioned overlooking the ocean, the Suites incorporate loft-style double height living spaces, with the open-plan bedroom situated on the mezzanine level. Outside, a private veranda has been carefully orientated to take advantage of the setting sun.

Floorspace is deceptively generous, and the enormous floor-to-ceiling bay windows greatly enhance the sense of proportion. A private ground floor terrace extends on to a modest lawn.

A soft pastel colour scheme complements the eco-friendly materials and fibres that British furniture and interiors designer Michael Sodeau has used to furnish the rooms, and the mood is one of refinement and understated luxury.

Uniquely, Beach Suites interconnect with the adjacent Beach Room – perfect for families with older children. The design, however, still allows for privacy without losing the feeling of continuity.

Indulging at the Finisterra Spa enlivens any stay at Martinhal Beach Resort & Hotel.

Positioned in its own secluded grounds, the spa adds an extra dimension of health and vitality to the guest experience.

Martinhal’s philosophy of barefoot luxury is extended at the spa. It promotes a profound sense of wellbeing through the resort’s special relationship with the environment.

Featuring muted colours and organic textures, the building blends seamlessly into the surrounding landscape.

Finisterra means “end of the earth”. It perfectly describes Martinhal’s location, at the south-westernmost tip of Europe. This is a place where land and sea meet and embrace, and this extraordinary union is reflected in the spa menu.

The range of carefully designed massages and treatments available at the spa honour the Sagres region, and pays tribute to its role in Portuguese maritime history and seafaring culture.

There are five swimming pools set around the grounds of Martinhal Beach Resort & Hotel.

The Beach Club Pool is located just above the beach and is sunk into a stylish wooden terrace. It overlooks the Beach Club Garden and is served by its own bar.

Two swimming pools grace the Village Square and are ideal for families. One generously sized pool spans indoors and outdoors. Adjacent is another smaller pool designed for toddlers. A juice and snack bar offers poolside service.

Youngsters in particular are drawn to the Oasis Pool, an imaginatively designed beach entry free-form swimming pool that forms the centrepiece of the Garden Houses area.

The resort’s fifth swimming pool forms part of Club 98, Martinhal’s tennis and sports centre, and is popular with teenaged guests. A dedicated bar offers a range of food and drink options.

Guests with a passion for sport and who like to maintain a healthy lifestyle will be impressed with the facilities at Martinhal Beach Resort & Hotel.

Club 98 is the resort’s lively tennis and sports club. It is equipped with two high-grade artificial grass tennis courts and two glass-sided PADEL courts. It also has a swimming pool and an adjacent multi-purpose sports field for hosting football and other team events.

Windsurfing, skimming and kayaking activities can be booked at Club 98.

A fully equipped gymnasium is located in the Village Square.

The resort’s Beach Club Garden, positioned just above Martinhal beach, is where guests can hire equipment for windsurfing and other watersports. Martinhal Bay is renowned for its off-shore breeze and is a perfect place to polish technique or learn new skills.

“Raposinhos” means “little fox” and children here are encouraged to be the same – active and inquisitive. The club has lots of toys, games and puzzles to keep minds occupied. It is centrally located at the Village Square and is run by an experienced and enthusiastic team of fully trained and experienced child-minders who will ensure your child has a holiday to remember at Martinhal.

The Crèche caters for children from 6 months to 23 months and the Kids Club caters for children from 2 to 4 years. The 5 to 8 year olds are catered for in the Fox Club, which features a programme with indoor and outdoor supervised activities that will spark the interest of this age group.

The natural hospitality afforded to guests at Martinhal Beach Resort & Hotel is certainly extended to its corporate clientele too.

The resort has two spacious air-conditioned meeting and function rooms located in separate buildings overlooking the Village Square.

The Navegador Room has a floorspace of 136m2. The Farol Room has a floorspace of 120m2.

Both allow seating configurations to meet specific designs. Seating capacity in Navegador ranges from 60–120. In Farol, 40–80.

Each room is equipped with state-of-the-art audio-visual technology for hosting creative video conferencing, and both have wireless internet access.

Martinhal Beach Resort & Hotel is the ideal venue for celebrating your wedding.

Newly-weds can mark the occasion in a beautiful and romantic setting and take advantage of Martinhal’s stylish function rooms to host a memorable wedding reception.

The Navegador Room and Farol Room are located in the Village Square and can accommodate between 40 and 120 guests, depending on which room is used.

Alternatively, the party can be held outside in the grounds under a custom-designed marquee.

As Dunas

As Dunas Beach Restaurant & Bar commands an enviable location overlooking the beach at Martinhal Beach Resort & Hotel.

As Dunas offers a tempting lunchtime menu, serves snacks during the afternoon and dinner in the evening.

But it is the wide selection of just-landed fish and seafood that the restaurant is renowned for. A veritable ocean harvest is available daily, cooked and presented in a typical Algarve manner. Special ‘catch-of-the-day’ options further enrich the choice.

A shaded outdoor terrace allows for meals al fresco – dine here during the evening under candlelight and watch the sun go down.

Beach Club Pool Bar

The Beach Club Pool Bar serves Martinhal Beach Club and swimming pool.

A thirst-quenching selection of drinks, fresh fruit juices, and ice creams can be ordered at the bar. A select menu of delicious panini sandwiches and other tasty snacks is also available.

Here, hotel and resort guests are encouraged to be lazy. Orders can be taken poolside by prompt and attentive staff. There’s no need to interrupt the sunbathing. It’s all about relaxation.

Club 98

Guests using the Club 98 Tennis and Sports Club have their own stylish bar, which is located next to the swimming pool.

Catering to a sporty crowd, the bar serves a range of drinks and cold snacks. Service is prompt, friendly and upbeat. Guests can order at the bar or take advantage of the poolside service.

Club 98, situated along the northern boundary of the resort, is open all year round.

O Terraco

To eat at O Terraco, Hotel Martinhal’s fine dining restaurant, is to experience the authentic world of Portuguese gastronomy – presented with a modern twist.

The seasonal menu speaks in a cultured manner, in light but sophisticated tones. It says a lot about the careful way the food is prepared, the way it is served, and the way it should be eaten.

A noble array of Portuguese labels grace the wine list, and the choice is compelling.

Os Gambozinos

Located in the Village Square, Os Gambozinos is a lively bistro-style restaurant.

A favourite meeting point for guests, the atmosphere here is informal, light-hearted and family friendly.

During the evening, Os Gambozinhos offers a series of themed buffets, based on Portuguese, Italian, Brazilian and Algarvian cuisine. A particular favourite with our guests is the acclaimed Indian night.

At lunchtime, our mouth-watering wood-fired pizzas are a speciality. So too are the pasta dishes, crisp salads, oven-baked fish and chunky grilled steaks.

Village Square Juice Bar

A popular meeting point for families and friends, the Village Square Juice Bar is lively and animated and overlooks the resort’s main pool area.

The menu lists hot and cold drinks and an appetising assortment of tasty snacks including panini sandwiches and savoury nibbles, as well as cakes and pastries. And the children will love the ice creams!

A select range of beers and wines is complemented by a healthy choice of fresh fruit juices.

Service is welcoming and attentive and the bar also serves the pool and outdoor terraces.