Viceroy at Ombria Algarve celebrates the ceaseless charm of Portugal’s countryside culture

Viceroy at Ombria Algarve is set to tell a new story for Viceroy as it further expands into Europe and sets its sights on a fresh tone and approach to the guest experience globally. With panoramic views of the Algarve hills and expansive plains, Viceroy at Ombria Algarve will reveal a new destination in the heart of the region—a tranquil, culturally rich, and thoughtfully designed resort just north of Loulé and only 30 minutes from Faro airport and the coast.

Designed to resemble a vibrant village, Viceroy at Ombria Algarve will feature 76 hotel rooms and 65 residences across 153 hectares. Designed by WATG, Promontorio (Lisbon-based architect), and Wimberly Interiors, the architecture and interior design will honour the history and culture of authentic Portuguese style, incorporating local craftsmanship and contemporary accents. The resort will include 24 accommodation buildings of varying shapes and sizes, with a central tower serving as a focal point, reflecting the design of a traditional village. Guest rooms and suites will offer terraces, pools, balconies, or jacuzzis, along with kitchens, pantries, and dressing spaces.

The resort will launch with six dining outlets, each celebrating the hotel’s locality and utilizing produce grown on-site or sourced locally. Café Central, situated in the heart of the village on the main square, will be a charming Portuguese bakery offering homemade pastries, pastel de nata, and light meals from a wood-fired oven. Bellvino will highlight local produce in its simplest form, specializing in wine, charcuterie, cheese, and olive oil.

Ombria Kitchen will provide all-day dining in a family-friendly space, with a live cooking station and a relaxed atmosphere, serving traditional Portuguese dishes made from seasonal produce in locally crafted clay crockery. Solalua, meaning “from the sun to the moon,” will feature ultra-creative and innovative dishes and cocktails in a vibrant setting. Casa & Fora, located in the clubhouse, will cater to golfers with its spacious terrace and relaxed menu, including dish-of-the-day specials and craft beers from Portugal. Salpico, the pool bar, will offer fresh, light dishes perfect for hot days, served from the comfort of a sunbed or private cabana.

Guests will be guided by locals whose families have lived in the area for generations, preserving traditional ways of life. For instance, a honey experience will take guests from hive to jar, guided by a local beekeeper with decades of expertise. Guests will visit hives, extract honey, and enjoy a tour and tasting. Horseback riding will offer scenic rides through the landscape, concluding with a serene picnic featuring local delicacies by a river.

Additional experiences include wine and olive oil tastings, bird-watching, hiking and cycling trails, boat trips, bread-making, and pottery classes. Golf enthusiasts can enjoy an 18-hole course designed by Jorge Santana da Silva, with a clubhouse serving as a hub for local golfers. Viceroy aims to bring guests closer to the stories that make the world unique, and the range of experiences at Viceroy at Ombria Algarve will accomplish just that.

Viceroy at Ombria Algarve will boast four swimming pools (three heated and one seasonal) with valley and sunset views. The Kid’s Club will provide both outdoor and indoor spaces, including a large playroom, a mini kitchen, and a nursery. The holistic-focused Spa by Viceroy, equipped with a thermal pool, eight treatment rooms, and beauty outlets such as a hairdresser and barber, will open in early 2025. For meetings and events, the resort will offer a ballroom, outdoor event space, conference room, and two additional meeting spaces. From the central cobblestone plaza to views of the region’s famous citrus groves and fig trees, Viceroy at Ombria Algarve offers a serene escape beyond the bustling Portuguese coast.

The project is dedicated to preserving the local land and ecosystems. A plant nursery will ensure the development and growth of local species and the preservation of existing flora and fauna. Over 700 oak trees have been planted, and 1,800 linear meters of river habitat restored. Solar and geothermal energy, along with bioclimatic architecture, are integral parts of the resort. The  Viceroy at Ombria Algarve will be open year-round, with rates starting from £450 for a Deluxe King Room on a B&B basis.

For further information, visit viceroyhotelsandresorts.com