A modernist design hotel set among the vines of the Herdade das Valadas estate outside Montemor-o-Novo, known for its glass-walled suites with private plunge pools, vinotherapy spa and the MAPA fine-dining restaurant.
L'AND Vineyards occupies the Herdade das Valadas estate outside Montemor-o-Novo in Alentejo Central, roughly 30 minutes from Évora and about an hour from Lisbon along the A6 motorway. The hotel is a modernist, single-storey design built low into the vineyard landscape, with glass-walled suites that open directly onto private plunge pools and uninterrupted views over the vine rows. All suite categories, from Vineyard Suite to the top L'AND Suite, share this glass-and-plunge-pool format, distinguished mainly by size and vineyard-versus-panoramic orientation. Dining is centred on the estate's MAPA restaurant, known for tasting-menu cuisine paired with wines from the property's own winery, which also runs tastings and cellar visits. A vinotherapy spa uses grape-derived treatments alongside a separate outdoor pool and gardens for guests who prefer communal facilities to their private plunge pools. The estate's architecture and remote vineyard setting create a quiet, adults-oriented atmosphere geared toward couples and wine-focused travellers rather than families, with staff able to arrange winery tours, tastings and transfers to Évora's historic centre and the wider Alentejo Central wine route.
| Price | $$$$ |
|---|---|
| Address | Estrada Nacional 4, Herdade das Valadas, Apartado 122, 7050-031 Montemor-o-Novo |
Room types
- Vineyard Suite
- Pool Suite
- Panoramic Suite
- L'AND Suite
Amenities
- private plunge pools
- vinotherapy spa
- restaurant
- bar
- winery and tastings
- outdoor pool
- wifi
- vineyard grounds
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Location
Estrada Nacional 4, Herdade das Valadas, Apartado 122, 7050-031 Montemor-o-Novo
38.6456, -8.2469 View on map
Highlights
- Glass-walled suites with private plunge pools overlooking the vineyard
- MAPA fine-dining restaurant paired with estate-grown wines
- Vinotherapy spa using grape-derived treatments
- On-site winery with tastings and cellar tours
- Modernist architecture set within the Herdade das Valadas vineyard
Tips for visiting
- Book a MAPA tasting menu dinner in advance, as seating is limited and popular with day-trip diners from Évora
- The estate suits couples more than families given its adults-focused design and quiet vineyard setting
- Reserve winery tastings ahead, particularly during the September harvest season
- A rental car is the most practical way to reach the estate from Évora or Lisbon
Accessibility
The hotel's single-storey layout with paved walkways between suites is relatively flat, though private plunge pool terraces and spa areas should be confirmed directly with the property for specific wheelchair access needs.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is L'AND Vineyards from Évora?
The estate is about a 30-minute drive from Évora's historic centre.
Do all rooms have private plunge pools?
All suite categories at the property include a private plunge pool as a standard feature, differing mainly in size and view.
Is the hotel suitable for children?
The property is oriented toward couples and wine travellers, with an atmosphere and facilities better suited to adults than young children.