Name of Advisor
Caroline Lewis
Destination
Herdade da Malhadinha Nova Country House & Spa
Accommodations and/or DMC/On Site
Accommodations
How to get to
The property is a 2 hour drive from Lisbon through the country
Recommended For (families, couples, corporate, celebrations, etc)
The property is very adaptable based on the accommodation types and has activities for everyone from couples to small families and especially multi gen trips so those with kids don't feel left out activity wise but the entire group also isn't forced to do only kid focused things.
Not-to-be-Missed Experience or Activity
For all ages, the private picnic experience is a great way to become truly connected to the property and be able to take in all the scenery and disconnect. I also loved the visit the animals, as it was a great activity for kids but also a great way for adults to learn about the property and their animal program.
For kids baking cookies with the chef. The cookie experience was a great way to get a kid involved hands on and feel special knowing the experience was just for them.
Favorite culinary aspect of the hotel or region
The on property green star Michelin restaurant has a menu focused on locally sourced produce and meat, much of which comes from the property, so everything was fresh and extra flavorful. The restaurant had a large number of offerings so there was really something for everyone and the children's menu had elevated options like beef tenderloin, while also being approachable for picky eaters.
Favorite Wellness aspect of the hotel or region
The properties focus on reconnecting with nature sets the property apart from others creating an ongoing wellness experience versus a singular experience at the property.
Favorite amenity
The pool in the back of the country house overlooks the property fields creating the most relaxing environment whether you're actively laying out by the pool or swimming around in it. They've created an environment where you feel like you're at a private estate versus a common area in a hotel.
Kudos to: refers to a guide, chef, member of hotel team, etc. that went out of their way
The entire team all went out of their way and it was truly a group effort on the property. For example when we participated in the cookie experience with the chef who didn't speak english we had a staff member there translating for us. The cleaning staff was also amazing and would slip into our rooms while we ate breakfast and tidy up in the blink of an eye so you never felt like you needed to make a point to leave the room to have it made up.
Please list the Virtuoso amenities and any other special touches they add for our clients Virtuoso Amenities For Iniala 2023:
Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
Daily breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in Hotel Restaurant (already included in hotel rates)
A complimentary 50-minute massage for up to two people, per room, once during stay
Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
Complimentary Wi-Fi
To plan a trip, contact Sophia@travellustre.com