Santa Cruz Hotels

"Front staff were excellent, room was clean and we were able to park on site. Would recommend "

"Room and spa great the staff were super helpful "

"The location is a little remote but absolutely stunning and extremely quiet. Everything was very clean and the staff very welcoming. I wish we could have stayed a little longer but we had to be off early. Will definitely return if we are in the area again."

"Overall excellent place to stay!"

"É a minha segunda vez no Monte do Giestal, mas tal como na primeira, uma estadia prolongada de 5 dias. Tudo é bom aqui, desde as amplas e equipadas casas, super confortáveis, ao espaço exterior, sossego, comida entregue a porta de casa pelas sempre atenciosas funcionárias que não deixam que falte nada. Mais, venho com o meu cão, de porte grande, e também ele adora o Monte. Tem bastante espaço para correr livremente e é muito bem recebido. "

"The most wonderful stay we had in the whole of Portugal, magical and blissful. "

"Booked a last minute reservation and was very thankful they could accommodate! Beautiful hotel grounds, comfortable beds, great breakfast, and a warm welcoming staff. "

"Basic 3 star hotel and over priced for facilities and dining options . Noise travels through bedroom walls .. sometime since property was refurbished "

"I have stayed here several times—always love it!"

"Clean, quiet facility. Very good breakfast buffet."

"Alfonso was amazing host. We enjoyed the small town and the main square, which was all right out the door."

"Very enjoyable and clean"

"The beach was beautiful, the small bar serving the Beach gave it a true local feel. The people were all very friendly. The most amazing gem was the Restaurant just up the street, a true Oasis in an otherwise somewhat barren area."

"Our stay at the hotel was nothing short of exceptional. The décor is exquisite, with every detail thoughtfully considered, and the setting is tranquil and beautifully composed — the very essence of a boutique experience. It is clear that no expense was spared in creating a space that feels both refined and deeply comfortable. What truly set the experience apart, however, was the staff. They were outstanding — warm, knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely invested in ensuring every moment of our...

"Service was amazing, accommodations were clean and cozy, the decor was lovely and the town of Grandola was friendly and quiet."

"Lovely retreat, be aware it is miles down a dusty track which can be difficult to find at first. Facilities are lovely and was not crowded when we went in July. "

"Charming hotel; a home away from home, gracious owner and staff. Convenient to many places to go."

"Love this resort! An oasis of calm and sophistication "

"Beautiful place and lovely host"

"Beautiful place to stay when exploring Portugal. Sometimes it’s best to get off the beaten path. Accommodations were great and the hosts made the stay pleasant. Breakfast was also very nice. Would stay again. "