Carefully positioned within the grounds of Martinhal Beach Resort & Hotel, this luxury boutique hotel – the first 5 star property in the Sagres region – sits comfortably between the land and the sea, with a protected natural park as its neighbour.

The architecture of the Martinhal Beach Resort combines a natural simplicity with contemporary style to create a building that appears organic, as if born to Nature.

The 38 rooms, including two duplex Beach Suites, all have private balconies or terraces that afford impressive ocean views. The Martinhal Beach Resort Hotel is ideal for couples of any age seeking an intimate retreat in hushed surrounds. Indeed, this is a hotel that inspires romance and passion.

Martinhal Village Houses and Luxury Villas with Pools offer families spacious and luxury accommodation with self catering facilities, in a family friendly environment.

The hotel's O Terraço gourmet restaurant offers a menu that is essentially Portuguese, but prepared with a modern flourish.

Martinhal Beach Resort  - Village Houses

Garden Houses at Martinhal Beach Resort & Hotel are the ideal choice of accommodation for parents with younger children.

Arranged around an attractive parkland area, the houses are substantial semi-detached villas set within a walled, private garden in a secure environment making them extremely safe for families.

The living spaces at the Martinhal Beach Resort are all about comfortable luxury: function and form in harmony with elegance and sophistication.

British furniture and interiors designer Michael Sodeau has triumphed with a combination of furnishings that are practical but stylish. Natural materials have been used throughout: timber, wicker and cork, and local stone. The effect is homely and organic.

Private verandas overlook a central feature of the garden – the Oasis Pool, a large free-form swimming pool. The views at the Martinhal Beach Resort also take in the surrounding countryside of the unspoiled western Algarve.

A total of 39 Garden Houses are available at the Martinhal Beach Resort, with 10 one-bedroom Deluxe, 20 two-bedroom Grande Deluxe and 9 three-bedroom Master Deluxe options.

Martinhal Beach Resort - Bay Houses

The Bay Houses at Martinhal Beach Resort & Hotel are located on the eastern margin of the resort and are the most spacious and secluded properties in Martinhal Village.

Furnished throughout to the highest standards by British designer Michael Sodeau, the Bay House character is sophisticated and functional but pleasantly understated. The use of traditional materials such as timber, cork and wicker add a natural dimension to the modern perspective.

The houses have been designed upside down, with living areas on the first floor to make the most of the unspoiled location.

Furthermore, they have an east-west orientation and allow the best views from both sides – with beautiful sunrises and spectacular sunsets.

The stunning natural park is on the doorstep, but so is the hospitality and amenities of a luxury five-star resort.

A total of 12 Bay Houses are available to rent, with 6 two-bedroom Grand Deluxe and 6 three-bedroom Master Deluxe options.

Martinhal Beach Resort - Ocean Houses

The Ocean Houses at Martinhal Beach Resort & Hotel command a prime position right at the heart of the resort.

Carefully arranged in small terraced groups at the front of Martinhal Village, Ocean Houses are singular in their character and form. The accommodation is upside down, with living spaces created upstairs to take full advantage of the incredible sea views.

British furniture and interiors designer Michael Sodeau has created an exclusive range of furniture that is modern, attractive and functional.

A natural, organic quality prevails with the use of materials like stone, timber and cork.

Ocean Houses have their own private verandas where guests can enjoy al fresco meals overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and watch the sun set in splendour. It is an outstanding location: the beach is on the doorstep as are all the resort's leisure and entertainment facilities.

A total of 55 Ocean Houses are available, with 49 two-bedroom Grand Deluxe and 6 three-bedroom Master Deluxe options.

Martinhal Beach Resort - Pinewoods Houses with private pools

The Pinewoods Houses at Martinhal Beach Resort & Hotel number just 10 and are positioned in their own separate close. Arranged along the edge of a pine forest, these linked villas enjoy a select location but remain within easy access of the main resort facilities.

Contemporary in appearance, the use of clean forms and lines underline a stylish simplicity that is also adopted inside. Interior décor is sophisticated yet functional. It’s unhurried and imaginative.

British furniture and interiors designer Michael Sodeau has insisted on high quality materials throughout, and has used natural timber, local stone and other products like cork and wicker to stamp the living spaces with an environmentally sound label.

Each house at the Martinhal Beach Resort has its own small, private swimming pool that enhances a garden planted with wild, indigenous flora.

Pinewoods Houses appeal to families who appreciate a degree of seclusion but still like to be near the resort’s leisure and entertainment attractions.

There are 10 Pinewoods Houses available, with 6 two-bedroom Grand Deluxe and 4 three-bedroom Master Deluxe options.

Martinhal Beach Resort - Luxury Villas with Pools

The exclusive collection of independently owned luxury villas at Martinhal Beach Resort & Hotel are located on the western area of the resort.

The Martinhal Beach Resort villas have won a number of prestigious accolades including the Homes Overseas Award for Best Portuguese Villa and 'Best Interior Design'.

Each property enjoys sea views and is positioned in its own landscaped grounds overlooking a private garden and swimming pool, some of which are fenced for child safety.

The properties are distinguished by interior décor that unites a regional artisan look with contemporary function and form.

Furnishings are of exceptional quality, and stylish modern conveniences abound – many villas have under-floor heating and most have air-conditioning. With all rentals, linen and towels are included.

All guests who book a Luxury Villa through Martinhal have full access to all the resort facilities.

Martinhal Beach Resort - Mimosa Villas

The 23 luxury townhouses located on the northwest side of Martinhal Beach Resort & Hotel are known as the Villas Mimosa. All are independently owned and feature 2 or 3 large bedrooms and a parking space in front of the house.

Their position affords impressive views across the resort, the Sagres peninsula and the Natural Park. Cosmopolitan in character yet maintaining an important sense of tradition, the townhouses have been designed upside down: bedrooms and bathrooms are situated on the ground floor while a large open plan lounge and state-of-the-art kitchen occupy the second level.

The interior speaks in a contemporary manner but the tone is measured. Comfort and quality are the central themes. Furnishings are stylish but functional. And all townhouses feature central heating and air-conditioning.

Guests of the Martinhal Beach Resort Mimosa Villas have the use of an exclusive Clubhouse with an adjacent heated swimming pool and baby pool, both enclosed in a beautiful private garden. In addition, guests who book the Villas Mimosa through Martinhal have full access to all the resort facilities.

Martinhal Beach Resort Facilities

The Martinhal Beach Resort has extensive facilities making it one of the most complete luxury family holiday resorts in Europe let alone the Algarve:

• Village Square
• Resort Concierge
• Kids Club / Creche
• 5 Communal Swimming Pools
• 2 tennis courts / 2 paddle tennis courts
• Multi Purpose Sports Pitch
• Watersports
• 3 Restaurants
• Spa
• Beach Club Garden
• Conference facilities