Montimerso Skyscape Country House — Hotel in Reguengos de Monsaraz

A Beautiful Stay with Room for Refinement

We had a truly lovely time at Montimerso. The setting is absolutely breathtaking, the views from the pool alone are reason enough to book a stay. The staff was warm, attentive, and genuinely kind, making us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. The hotel grounds and amenities are good, and our premium room was beautifully designed with exquisite taste and a real sense of calm.

That said, for a hotel positioned as high standing, there are a few details that could be fine-tuned to elevate the overall experience. For instance, our private terrace, although beautifully arranged, featured a small green umbrella that felt a bit out of place next to the otherwise refined decor. A minor detail, but noticeable.

The pool area, while set against one of the most stunning backdrops we’ve seen, had a mix of sunbeds that didn’t quite match the premium atmosphere. Similarly, the pool bar functioned more as a storage area for pool items than an actual bar, when I asked for sparkling water, I was told to get one from the room minibar. For a luxury stay, complimentary water and a proper poolside refreshment setup would make a big difference.

We also booked the Lovescape diner, which sounded romantic and exclusive at €150. While the service, once again, was delightful, the overall experience fell short of expectations. The food didn’t match the price point, with very simple plates and minimal presentation (a few lonely asparagus for a starter, for example), and the wine included was modest.

Despite these small points, we do recommend Montimerso. It’s a beautiful, peaceful place with a lot of heart. With just a bit more attention to the premium details, this hotel could truly be exceptional. We left relaxed and recharged, and grateful for the warm...

+ves||- A beautiful estate with stunning views|- Great walks and cycling (bikes available)|- Small resort, intimate and private|- Gorgeous pool|- Reception / Restaurant staff excellent||-ves||- Rooms a too basic for the high price, lack of soft furnishings and looked tired (scuffs and scratches on paintwork)|- While the restaurant menu was limited, it was tasty local fayre, restaurant closed for dinner on Sundays and Mondays and given location of the resort, and draconian rules around bringing your own food on site, what are you supposed to do?|- Pet policy is greedy and verging on ridiculous. They charge an extortionate rate of €75 per pet per stay (‘for hygiene’), plus ask for a €140+ liability deposit. Given the lack of soft floor furnishings in the rooms, the countryside location and the fact the owners three dogs roam freely around (and two came into our room on more than one occasion!) this felt like a money making racket and dampened our stay at this ‘pet friendly’ resort. We fully expect to pay a proportionate and fair fee for deep cleaning, but how they arrived at this excessive fee is unclear (there are no carpets on the floors it is polished cement, so limited cleaning required). Be warned...

This is a lovely minimalist property with great views of the lake. Don't stay here expecting a large staff around at all times to cater to you, rather this is a place for relaxation and self-sufficiency. ||Our room was lovely, clean, spacious, and nicely decorated to reflect the surrounding Alentego region. Comfortable bed, strong AC during the peak of summer, and lovely shower. ||The infinity pool is the best part of the resort. We spent most of our time here. There wasn't staff service at the pool during our stay, so we purchased wine at the restaurant and they gave us re-usable plastic glasses, bottle opener, and an ice pack to keep wine cold. Amazing pool with incredible views. Immaculately relaxing. ||The restaurant is lovely, Breakfast is included for all guests. The one night we ate dinner at the restaurant, it was lovely and delicious. There's a strong focus on local and seasonal ingredients, and they require reservations to minimize food waste -- which is appreciated. The wine menu is small but features producers from the region.||I'm hoping to stay here again next year and I recommend...