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Praia do Canal Nature Resort

Name: Praia do Canal Nature Resort
Address: Aljezur, Algarve, Portugal

Praia do Canal Nature Resort is a boutique spa hotel situated amid a wild landscape within a 220-hectare nature reserve in Costa Vicentina.

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Outside the entrance of Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

corridor that takes you to the suites and rooms of Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

a 50-metre outdoor swimming pool, at Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

beautiful pool at Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

red sun loungers side by side, at Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

balcony overlooking the pool, forest and the sea, at Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

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Praia do Canal Nature Resort is a five-star spa hotel in the heart of Costa Vicentina, in the Algarve.

buggy heading to the suites at Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

Joana and Sofia (JO&SO) sitting on a bench in the gardens of Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

beautiful nature, at Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

White flower at Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

The gym patio and stairs, at Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

Sofia standing outside the entrance of Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

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Praia do Canal Nature Resort uses traditional materials with natural or thermal performance that harmonise with the surroundings while reducing external lighting to lessen its impact on local wildlife and the natural balance.

Junior suite and rooms, at Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

Suites and Rooms facing the sea, at Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

Junior Suite living room and bed, at Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

Sofa in the suite, at Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

bed pillow at Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

bathroom detail, at Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

Bathroom two sinks, two round mirrors and marble top, at Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

Elemis products, at Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

Welcome champagne and sweet treats at Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

Junior Suite outdoor patio, overlooking the garden and the sea, at Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

Suite garden, at Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

nature details, at Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

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Our experience in the ground floor 45m² Junior Suite was perfect, with a luxurious marble en-suite, a cosy living room with a sofa and armchairs, and a lovely garden patio that provided views of the surrounding nature and the ocean.

Xtian's a la Carte Breakfast menu at Vermelho Melides

Breakfast table at Vermelho Mellides, featuring pastries, eggs royal and tableware from Vida Dura

Sofia at the breakfast table in Vermelho Melides

We thoroughly enjoyed breakfast at Vermelho. Highlights included the array of Portuguese and French pastries that were brought to your table and the perfectly cooked a-la-carte eggs. Breakfast was delicious but also beautifully arranged, featuring tableware from Vida Dura.

Medronho cocktail bar lounge, at Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

The hotel lobby, Praia do Canal Natura resort, a five-star spa hotel in Aljezur

Praia do Canal Nature Resort hotel lobby armchairs, plus graphite artwork ‘Garça Vermelha’ (Red Heron), signed by artist Bárbara Gil.

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One of the standout elements in the hotel’s decor is the pencil and graphite artwork ‘Garça Vermelha’ (Red Heron), signed by artist Bárbara Gil.

lobby wooden shelves at Praia do Canal Natre Resort

ceramic panel created by Maria Ana Vasco Costa, a renowned artist specialising in sculptural objects and site-specific artworks

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Also, in the hotel’s lobby, you will find a beautiful ceramic panel created by Maria Ana Vasco Costa, a renowned artist specialising in sculptural objects and site-specific artworks.

Breakfast buffet at Azeitona Restaurant, at Praia do Canal Nature Resort in Aljezur

Vegan cheese, at the breakfast buffet at Praia do Canal Nature Resort in Aljezur

Granola, at the breakfast buffet, at Praia do Canal Nature Resort in Aljezur

Breakfast table, at Praia do Canal Nature Resort in Aljezur

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We thoroughly enjoyed the breakfast at the hotel, which offered both buffet and à la carte options.

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The Moroccan-inspired outdoor lounge area is adjacent to the Azeitona restaurant and offers a stunning balcony view overlooking the swimming pool.

Wall art installation at Vermelho Melides, featuring glazed ceramic bird heads by Elisabeth Lincot

Elisabeth Lincot's installation, Lagrima de Loros, graces an exterior hearth at Vermelho with glazed and colourful ceramic bird heads.

Swimming pool towels, at Praia do Canal Nature Resort in Aljezur

Swimming pool shower and red sun loungers, at Praia do Canal Nature Resort in Aljezur

Zimbro poolside restaurant, at Praia do Canal Nature Resort in Aljezur

Zimbro Restaurant healthy food by the pool, at Praia do Canal Nature Resort in Aljezur

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Enjoy healthy light meals and refreshments at the hotel's poolside restaurant Zimbro.

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Praia do Canal Nature Resort is a five-star spa hotel with minimalist architecture in the heart of the stunning Costa Vicentina, in Algarve.

The hotel offers 50 spacious rooms and suites with balconies and outdoor terraces overlooking the ocean, plus an additional three larger suites - two Family Suites with two bedrooms and a private pool and the Grand Suite Rooftop with a rooftop plunge pool.

Praia do Canal Nature Resort has an ample reception area with a lounge, two restaurants, a cocktail bar, two outdoor lounge areas, a huge infinity pool, a fully equipped gym, and a spa with an indoor and outdoor pool, two massage rooms, a Turkish bath, two saunas with forest views, and relaxation zones.

We thoroughly enjoyed the breakfast, which offers buffet and à la carte options. The cheesecake is still freshly embedded in our memories, while the artisan vegan camembert is an impressive feat.

Surround yourself in the resort's 220 hectares of pristine nature, indulge in wellness treatments, or explore the wild and rugged coastline with its beautiful Rota Vicentina trails through hiking, cycling, horse riding, motorbike, or jeep safari.

Awesomeness

The surrounding nature is a tonic for the soul.

50-metre pool overlooking the forest and ocean.

Breakfast perfection.

Relaxed spa experience - accommodates only six guests at a time.

The complimentary sweet treats were seriously good.

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Bear in Mind

Food is expensive for Portuguese standards, but everything was delicious.

A glitch with room service not being available at 2am, put a dent in an otherwise perfect experience.

Spa closes at 7pm.

The outdoor pools are not heated.

Rooms are located outside main building - buggies are available on request.

Minibar only available upon request.

Praia do Canal Nature Resort is a five-star spa hotel with minimalist architecture in the heart of the stunning Costa Vicentina, in Algarve.

We thoroughly enjoyed the breakfast, which offers buffet and à la carte options. The cheesecake is still freshly embedded in our memories, while the artisan vegan camembert is an impressive feat.

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Praia do Canal Nature Resort is a five-star hotel immersed within the natural park of Costa Vicentina.

BUY OUR PORTO TRAVEL GUIDE

Praia do Canal Nature Resort is a five-star hotel immersed within the natural park of Costa Vicentina.

Praia do Canal Nature Resort is a short drive to the charming village of Aljezur, beautiful wild beaches and authentic, no-frills restaurants.

Relax in your suite’s patio, in the spa or by the hotel's impressive 50-metre outdoor main pool with breathtaking valley and ocean views. The poolside Zimbro restaurant features a delicious health-conscious menu that is available all day.

The hotel's Azeitona Restaurant provides a contemporary twist on Portuguese cuisine, using locally sourced produce from the Alentejo and Algarve regions.

For those wanting to immerse themselves in the local culture and traditions, the hotel offers a range of unique and authentic experiences, such as visiting regional wineries and distilleries, picking fruit, tasting barnacles with Portuguese sparkling wine, or taking cooking classes with the Chef.

Discover some of our favourite things to do in Costa Vicentina below by scrolling down.

Watch the video above which we did with Condé Nast Traveller. In it we talk about Foz do Douro - the seaside neighbourhood in Porto where we grew up. check out the Full article on their website.

Outdoor signage, at Praia do Canal Nature Resort in Aljezur

Hanging foliage, at Praia do Canal Nature Resort in Aljezur

Spa corridor, at Praia do Canal Nature Resort in Aljezur

Indoor pool with panoramic views, Praia do Canal Nature Resort in Aljezur

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Relax at the Esteva Spa, which features London-based Elemis treatments, a heated indoor pool, an infinity outdoor pool, two massage rooms, a Turkish bath, Finnish and bio saunas, and indoor/outdoor relaxation areas. Cool off in a cold plunge tank or with a bucket of ice water.

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Enjoy a workout in the gym. Yoga classes are available upon reservation.

nature park, at Praia do Canal Nature Resort in Aljezur

walking around Praia do Canal Nature Resort in Aljezur

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Explore the paths around the resort and immerse yourself in the wonderful scents of pine and sounds of birds.

Castelejo beach with a dark cliff on the background

The beautiful Arrifana beach with a massive cliff in the background.

The truth is, every local seems to have a different favourite beach, so our advice is for you to try to discover yours! This is 100% part of the fun of visiting Costa Vicentina. Take your time to stop by at all or most of them. We genuinely love all the beaches in Costa Vicentina, but the ones we tend to visit the most are Castelejo, Vale Figueiras, Monte Clérigo, and Arrifana.

Jo in a blue dress stands on a deck overlooking the ocean.

A roadway with a cliff in the background.

Discover hiking routes and trails on the excellent Rota Vicentina website. You will find a dedicated network of walking and cycling trails in Costa Vicentina.

A table with plates of food and drinks overlooking the ocean.

A group of people are sitting at a table under a canopy.

Two of our favourite places in Aljezur to eat by the beach are Restaurante da Praia on Arrifana Beach and O Sargo on Monte Clérigo Beach - both are great for grilled fish, poke bowls, ceviches, and so on.

We also like O Paulo, Arrifana, for fresh fish and seafood.

To eat cataplana (a Portuguese seafood dish cooked and served in a unique clam-shaped copper pot), we like Eira do Mel in Vila do Bispo. And when it comes to traditional Portuguese food, our go-to is the classic Ponte a Pé restaurant in Aljezur.

For pizza, our go-to place is Arte Bianca, which has three branches in Aljezur, Arrifana, and Sagres.

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Praia do Canal Nature Resort
Herdade Vale dos Polvos
8670-156 Aljezur
Portugal

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LOCATION

Praia do Canal Nature Resort is located in the heart of the Vicentine Coast Natural Park in the Algarve West Coast, a 10-minute drive from the village of Aljezur and 15 minutes to Praia do Canal beach.

BY AIR

The closest airport is Faro airport. From there you can organise a transfer, take a taxi (Uber, Bolt etc. widely available) or hire a car. Hiring a car is highly recommended to explore the region and the beautiful beaches and villages nearby.

Faro (FAO) – 103km
Lisbon (LIS) – 311km
Porto (OPO) – 600km

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