Description
The Casa das Penhas Douradas - Burel Expedition Hotel is a charming hotel situated at 1, 500 meters altitude in Serra da Estrela Natural Park, framed by a unique mountain landscape. The hotel offers 17 panoramic rooms and one suite, each with a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Warm, welcoming tones define the décor, featuring pieces by Nordic and Portuguese artists. Wool is a key element, with burel fabric used on sofas, ottomans, armchairs, and even walls. Guests can also enjoy fireplaces and three living rooms. The hotel features a mountain spa with a Vichy shower and relaxation room, a heated indoor pool with panoramic views, a sauna, and a hot tub. The panoramic restaurant offers signature cuisine that elevates mountain gastronomy with an innovative touch, using local ingredients to create dishes for everyone, including vegan and vegetarian options. Over 250km of marked walking routes begin at the hotel, leading to undiscovered places, peaks, valleys, and historic mountain villages. During summer, guests can swim in the pure, warm waters of nearby lagoons and explore the mountain rivers. Bicycles and kayaks are available. Daily guided tours of the Burel Factory, a heritage wool factory, are also offered. Here, 19th-century looms produce woolen goods, blankets, and burel, a traditional Portuguese fabric dating back to the 11th century. An unforgettable mountain experience awaits. The group's 5-star hotel, Casa de São Lourenço – Burel Panorama Hotel, is located 4km away.
