Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas continues its expansion with the upcoming addition to the brand’s portfolio in Portugal. Located in the emerging tourism region of Alentejo, the property will feature 50 guest rooms, 10 suites, 16 residences, an outdoor and indoor swimming pool, and multiple dining options including a stylish restaurant and bar, a private fine dining area, and a wine cellar. An Anantara Spa, a fitness room, and three conference rooms will also be part of the resort's amenities.
The project is a strategic partnership between the Portuguese Group Investaureum and Anantara, with the aim of transforming a former monastery in Vila Vicosa, which is an iconic and prestigious building from the 15th century, into a five-star luxury hotel. The interior design will be led by the award-winning global architecture, urbanism, and design studio Broadway Malyan with the aim of keeping the history of the existing building front of mind and respecting the vast history and heritage of Vila Viçosa, to create a truly relaxing and sophisticated retreat.
Gonçalo Carrington, co-founder and Managing Partner of Investaureum Group, commented: “The Investaureum Group is proud to partner with Minor Hotels and the Anantara brand. It is a real pleasure to embrace this project, not only due to the beauty of the property but also giving the opportunity to highlight Investaureum as a developer and promoter, where the refurbishment and legacy of heritage buildings, combined with the social responsibility and investment in regions of low population density, are the main drive."
