The Algarve has numerous accommodations, from hotels, aparthotels, B&B, guesthouses, hostels and so on… However, spending the night in an old fire truck, in a tree house, on a boat at anchor in the middle of the Ria Formosa, glamping, sleeping in a mill or “walking around” and sleeping in a hotel on wheels is now possible.
For all those who like to get out of the rut and have outstanding experiences, these accommodations are for you!
We start with the boat house. Have you ever imagined sleeping on a boat that turns into a house, in the middle of the Ria Formosa? It has rooms, kitchen, bathroom, area lounge...
You can choose between three boats that only differ in their capacity and where they are anchored:
- Casa Barra Velha boat: capacity up to 6 adults + 4 children. This boat has 'a panoramic suite, 3 double bedrooms and 2 sofa beds that can accommodate 4 children. There is an indoor dining area, an outdoor terrace with a solarium and a small swimming pool';
- Boat Casa Barra Nova: equipped for a couple and has 2 floors;
- Boat Casa Ilha da Culatra: with capacity for 2 adults + 2 children.
All boats are ecological and sustainable and are equipped with everything you need to “live” during your stay, from stove, refrigerator, microwave, pans, kitchenware, etc.
Here you can “enjoy a unique feeling of tranquility, sleep under the stars, dive into turquoise waters and sunbathe on a desert island”. You can enjoy the beauty of the Ria Formosa in its purest state, take a dip in the warm waters of the Algarve and take a rowing boat to the beach, which is just 100 meters away.
Glamping, do you know? Or to be easier, luxury camping. The word arises from the agglutination of the word "glamorous" with "camping".
No B&B Sport Stevas, can glamping. Located in Esteval dos Mouros, parish of Alte, the domes they are fully equipped to be able to spend a weekend without having to travel.
In the middle of nature, you can enjoy the mountain landscape and disconnect from city life in seconds. The transparency at the front of the dome makes it possible for you to enjoy the view.
Breakfast is served outside, weather permitting, under the shade of trees and filled with natural products. Outdoor activities will not be lacking, but if you want to rest and enjoy the sun, this B&B has sun loungers and a “pool” where you can refresh yourself.
An old fire truck, a trailer gypsy and a Mongolian tent. Where do you prefer to stay? These are the three options that the Brejeira Eco-Lodge, in Silves, has it for you.
The Yurt – Mongolian tent – is built on a wooden platform and consists of a double bed and a sofa. If it's cold, you can turn on the wood stove to heat the space. It is possible to cook in the tent and enjoy the “terrace”.
A trailer gypsy came from the Netherlands and is situated among shrubs and strawberry trees that provide a certain privacy. From the windows, it is possible to observe the dawn that appears in the Serra de Monchique and the shower, as required by law, is outdoors.
The fire truck, which formerly served German firefighters, was transformed into a caravan consisting of a kitchen and living room, which at night converts into a double bed.
O Eco-Lodge is ideal for anyone who wants and has a spirit of adventure, freedom, without complications and likes to be in contact with nature.
In this ecological accommodation place, you will, of course, record moments to remember later.
Note: it is not suitable for people with physical disabilities or mobility difficulties.
When we are children, we play a lot with the idea of building and living in tree houses. Possible scenarios in the films that were on television at the time. Now, there are already some spaces that “realize” this dream.
Nas Porch Conversations, it is possible to sleep in a tree house. Located in Vila Nova de Cacela, on top of a carob tree, at 6,5 meters high, made in wood and by hand, we find the most exclusive and beautiful room in this guest house.
Overlooking the countryside and, of course, the sea, the tree house has a private terrace and here you can spend unique moments with the privacy you need.
With a decor full of wooden details and very rustic, but with a modern touch, here the noises of nature will be your company.
Whoever is here, feels isolated from the world, despite being only two kilometers away, there is the beach. If you prefer the peace of the countryside, long bike rides await you.
What if I told you it's possible to sleep inside a mill? In São Bartolomeu de Messines, in the Noise Mill, you can already do it.
It is a completely renovated mill, with air conditioning and modern decor, equipped with everything you need. Two bathrooms, private parking, access to wi-fi and a swimming pool are some of the characteristics of this rural accommodation.
Through the bedroom window, you have a privileged view of the pool and the countryside surrounding the accommodation. To make the best use of Moinho do Barulho, the spring/summer season is the most suitable, as you can enjoy the pool, terrace and barbecue, making good snacks for your meals.
Nature surrounds the mill, but if you need to move around, the town and beaches of Albufeira are just 24 kilometers away.
Being able to choose the view you want to see when you wake up in the morning is a luxury you can have at the Truck Surf Hotel.
A hotel on wheels that makes trips and his philosophy is a freer lifestyle, closer to nature and preferably with a surfboard under his arm.
With two floors and capacity for 10 people, the Truck Surf Hotel has two tours around Portugal. One of them goes through the route along the Costa Vicentina.
«Explore over 300 kilometers of coastline with us in one of the best European surf destinations, where surfers of all levels can enjoy perfect waves in places like Sines (São Torpes), Vila Nova de Milfontes, Aljezur, Vila do Bispo, Sagres and Lagos».
The value of the trips includes accommodation, travel, breakfast and various activities, such as surfing, yoga, horse riding, among others.
These are suggestions for one of these unfinished weekends, don't forget to take notes and enjoy!
Note 1: This article offers only a few suggestions and is not intended to be exhaustive. Of course, there will be many other accommodations and options that are not mentioned here. If you want, send us information you deem useful to the email: [email protected]
Note 2: All expenses incurred in restaurants, hotels and other establishments suggested in these articles are paid by the Sul Informação. In addition, what we present are suggestions and not advertising paid by the aforementioned establishments.
Author: Mariana Vilaça is blogger de lifestyles, instagramer of success and is part of the team of Sul Informação, where he is responsible for the Advertising and Marketing Department
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