The Magnolia Hotel  

On the doorstep of the Quinta do Lago resort in Almancil, in Portugal's Algarve. Steps from the Ria Formosa Natural Park, a short walk to Quinta Shopping and nearby beaches. A colorful, family-friendly boutique hotel minutes from world-class golf courses.

This boutique channels a 1950s motor-hotel / Palm Springs vibe with bright, playful décor. The property has 84 rooms in total — 74 guest rooms, 3 suites and 7 two-bedroom cottages, many with private access and furnished balconies or terraces. Rooms feature pillowtop beds with high-quality cotton linens (300-thread-count or Egyptian cotton), air conditioning, minibars, safes and superfast Wi-Fi. On-site highlights include a heated outdoor pool, a small cinema room, a chill-out lounge with games, a gym and a full-service spa. Expect lively poolside events and bikes for exploring the low-density Ria Formosa area.

Heated outdoor pool, full spa with sauna, steam room, Turkish bath and jacuzzi, plus massage treatments (extra). Fitness center, beach-volley court (also used for beach tennis and beach football), cinema room and a poolside bar. Complimentary reception most evenings, concierge, on-site parking and shuttle options to nearby golf and beach spots (surcharge may apply). Accessible facilities include an elevator. Wake up to sea-breeze mornings and head straight for the poolside events.

Business center and meeting support with fast, high-speed internet and a 24-hour front desk for arrivals and logistics.

An on-site Portuguese restaurant serves regional flavors and fresh local dishes. There’s a bar/lounge and poolside bar for cocktails and light bites. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM, and limited room service is available.