The Revival of the Grand Dame

Situated in the Algarve’s eastern most corner, nestled across the river from Spain, Grand House is a stunning Belle Époque hotel, a revived Grand Dame that received a new lease of life, becoming the first five-star hotel in the historical town of Vila Real de Santo António.

Feel our Grand Authenticity, Simplicity and Soul!
Ain’t life Grand?

Grand Living

Curl up with a book in one of the hotel’s nooks, linger in the cosy library and let the warmth of the sun-drenched rooms inspire you. Honouring the hotel’s rich history, the 30 rooms and suites boast an array of period details, including intricate molding, antique pieces and glamorous crystal-festooned chandeliers.

Grand Cuisine

Grand Salon

Embark on a culinary journey through Portuguese culture, guided by an effortless five-star service in a relaxed but aspirational atmosphere. There's no room for pretension or stuffiness, just genuine hospitality and superb, locally sourced food.

Grand Rooftop

Only Grand Friends & Family will have the pleasure to take in the spectacular view over the town and enjoy the gentle breeze while tasting great Portuguese wines or one of our signature Grand cocktails.
Opening Autumn 2019

Grand Beach Club

Embodying the motto “Ain't life Grand?”, this stylish waterside restaurant and bar is the ideal spot to let time slip by. Grab a Cocktail, lose yourself in the sea and enjoy modern comfort food showcasing the very best of land and sea.

Grand Café

A place full of nostalgia, inspired by an exotic and sophisticated Orient Express vibe... Located in the Alfândega (Old Customs House), The Grand Café is the perfect meeting point to blend with the local community. Opening 2020

Lifestyle & History

Grand House Collection

Grand House Collection aims to provide bespoke luxury boutique hotels that stand out by their intimate size, privileged location, magnificent history and architecture, character-steeped décor and a wonderful mix of people who make the place.

Grand Style

Inspired by the eclectic character of the Roaring Twenties, Grand House maintains its old charm by combining a diverse mix of decorative influences, from Art Nouveau details to elegant touches of Baroque style, all complemented by contemporary furnishings.

Grand Story

The Grand story is all about passion and authenticity. Grand is far away from industry standard. It is an experience beyond material luxury; a sense of being, peace of mind, a promise of Grand moments showing how wonderful life can be. Ain`t life Grand?

Grand History

The Hotel Guadiana is said to be the oldest hotel south of the Tagus River, marking the beginning of tourism in the south of Portugal. With its inauguration in 1926 it was the first luxury hotel in the Algarve, setting completely new standards.

Destination

With its empty beaches, quaint, century-old towns and lip-smacking fresh seafood, Portugal’s Eastern Algarve is an undiscovered gem. One of the country’s best-kept secrets, this special destination is a tribute to tradition, a song of saudade, an emotional state of mind that describes the Portuguese soul and identity by preserving ancient history, a unique cultural heritage and traditional crafts. In the Eastern Algarve, the circle of past & present comes together, feelings and experiences that bring excitement, pleasure and well-being are revived. This is what saudade is all about, it’s powerful and full of beautiful memories and emotions. What we offer is a chance to rediscover them at Grand House — because you will always have a Grand House to come back to!

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Last but not least ...

The Beach is calling

You can never have too much beach, indeed! Around the corner, very close to the Grand Beach Club, you will find a 12km-long sandy beach with a calm and, for Portugal, uniquely warm sea. At the end of the beach you’ll find the magical Caçela Velha Peninsula, just inside the Ria Formosa.

Pets are welcome

As a Pet Friendly hotel, we want to welcome our 4-legged guests to the best of our ability but also to ensure that the owners of these special guests leave a mark on the local community. Therefore, for each 25€ of the additional daily cleaning fee, 10€ will be donated to a local animal support association.