Vale Do Gaio Hotel - Torrão

3-star lakeside retreat on the edge of Vale do Gaio dam in Torrão

Gourmet Dining with Regional Focus

Vale do Gaio Hotel serves a breakfast buffet each morning in its restaurant, which opens onto a partly covered terrace overlooking the Albufeira. Regional à la carte dishes are offered in the evenings, with an emphasis on Alentejo cuisine and local ingredients. Special diet menus, including vegetarian options, are available upon request.

Outdoor Pool and Water Activities

The hotel has a year-round outdoor swimming pool with a sun deck furnished with loungers and parasols. Guests have access to canoes for paddling on the dam, and fishing equipment is available for those who want to try their luck. Free bicycles are provided, allowing exploration of the surrounding countryside and nearby trails.

Rooms with Dam Views

Each air-conditioned room at Hotel Vale do Gaio includes extra long beds, a seating area with a sofa, and a private balcony. The private bathrooms are stocked with free toiletries, a hairdryer, and bathrobes. Some rooms offer views directly over the dam, such as the Superior Double Room with Dam View.

Location in the Alentejo Countryside

Vale do Gaio Hotel sits right on the edge of the Vale do Gaio dam, a 509 sq km body of water known for its biodiversity. Alcacer do Sal is 16 miles away, and the most beautiful beaches of the Alentejo coast are within driving distance. Montemor-o-Novo and other historic towns are a short trip from the hotel.

Family and Wellness Offerings

The hotel caters to families seeking outdoor activities, with canoes, fishing, and hiking available on-site. A shallow end on the pool makes it safer for younger children. Customized service and special diet menus are provided to meet individual guest preferences.

• Location: Secluded on Vale do Gaio dam, 16 miles from Alcacer do Sal
• Rooms: Air-conditioned with dam views, extra long beds, bathrobes
• Dining: Regional Alentejo cuisine with terrace over the lake
• Activities: Canoeing, fishing, hiking, complimentary bicycles
• Family: Shallow pool, special diet menus, nature-based activities
• Parking: Free on-site parking for all guests

License number: 1503/RNET