Monte Velho Equo-Resort
Arraiolos, Portugal Location
About the property
Monte Velho Equo-Resort is a boutique hotel set in a Lusitano horse breeding farm with a rooftop swimming pool, located 7 km from Arraiolos. This property merges with the surrounding rural landscape and features dressage lessons and riding tours, upon request.
Each room opens out to a furnished balcony with countryside and dam views. Rooms include a Nespresso coffee machine, iPod docking station, and a multi-channel TV. The private bathroom is separated from the bedroom by a glass wall and includes a modern walk-in shower.
Monte Velho can organise themed meals and picnics outdoors, as well as canoeing in the dam. Guests wishing to explore the Alentejo landscape in a horse-riding tour with a guide or set a lesson with an expert, can request it in advance. The rooftop swimming pool offers panoramic views.
A few seating areas with parasols and sun loungers are spread through the gardens, where guests can enjoy the spectacular sunset. Évora city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is 30 km away from Monte Velho Equo-Resort.
Most popular amenities
- Spa
- Swimming pool
- Parking
Location
Arraiolos, Portugal
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Arraiolos, officially the Town of Arraiolos, is a town seat of the Arraiolos Municipality in the Évora District of Portugal. As of 2021, the municipality had a population of 6,606 people and covered an area of 683.75 square kilometres (264.00 mi2). The town itself was home to 3,133 residents in the same year. The current Mayor is Silvia Pinto, elected by the Unitary Democratic Coalition.
Situated in the Alentejo region, Arraiolos is a picturesque town known for its famous tapestries and castle. The town's most iconic attraction is the Castle of Arraiolos, a 14th-century fortress that sits atop a hill and provides stunning views of the surrounding countryside. As you walk through the town's narrow streets, you'll also come across the Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora da Assunção, a beautiful church that dates back to the 16th century.
One of the things that make Arraiolos unique is its tradition of tapestry-making. The town's tapestries are known throughout the world for their intricate designs and vibrant colors. If you're interested in learning more about this craft, you can visit the Arraiolos Tapestry Interpretive Centre, which showcases the history and techniques of tapestry-making in the town.
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