Hotel Rural Santo António

In the rural heart of Arronches in Portugal’s Alentejo. The hotel sits a short walk from the Museum of Play and is minutes from Serra de São Mamede Natural Park, with Pego do Inferno waterfall and Albufeira da Barragem do Caia close by. Portalegre and Campo Maior are about 23 km away and the World Heritage city of Elvas is roughly 33 km; Badajoz airport is about 59 km.

A compact, stylish country hotel with 29 air-conditioned rooms dressed in natural tones, tiled floors and floor-to-ceiling windows. Rooms have private balconies or patios, flat-screen TVs, work desks and en suite bathrooms (bathtub or shower; some rooms include deep soaking tubs). Expect wide Alentejo views and a calm, family-friendly vibe.

Seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub with uninterrupted Alentejo views. Rent a bike to explore the countryside or kick back at the poolside bar and terrace. Complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7–10 AM. Onsite perks include free private parking, concierge service, a library, picnic area and babysitting/children’s playrooms (surcharge applies).

Business center and computer station with complimentary Wi‑Fi throughout the property. A 24-hour front desk, complimentary newspapers and on-site parking make short meetings and work stops easy.

The Santo António Restaurant serves traditional Alentejo dishes daily and offers dining on the sunny terrace. There’s a bar/lounge and a poolside bar for drinks, plus limited room service when you want to dine in.