Glamping and Nature Stays in Portugal

Glamping (glamorous camping) is a lovely way to enjoy Portugal’s nature in comfort: eco-lodges in the dunes, cabins by crater lakes, tents among cork oaks and cosy huts in the mountains. Here are the best regions and some special places to stay close to nature.

Quick answer: great regions for glamping and nature stays are the Alentejo coast and Costa Vicentina, the Silver Coast dunes, the Azores and the mountains of Peneda-Gerês and Serra da Estrela. For a special stay, try Areias do Seixo in the dunes or the Sete Cidades Lake Lodge in the Azores.

Special nature stays

• Areias do Seixo (Silver Coast): an eco-luxury retreat among the dunes. Check prices.
• Sete Cidades Lake Lodge (Azores): near the crater lakes. Check prices.
• Pacheca (Douro): sleep in a giant wine barrel. Check prices.
• L’AND Vineyards (Alentejo): skylight suites for stargazing. Check prices.

See unique places to stay in Portugal.

The best regions

• The Alentejo coast: eco-camps and cabins near wild beaches. See Milfontes.
• The western Algarve: surf glamping near Aljezur and Sagres. See Aljezur.
• The mountains: cabins in Peneda-Gerês and Serra da Estrela.
• The Azores: nature lodges across the islands. See where to stay in the Azores.

Tips

• Book early: places are small and popular in summer.
• Car: usually essential.
• Nights: cooler than you might expect, so pack layers.

More: camping in Portugal and eco-friendly travel in Portugal.

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