Villa Termal das Caldas de Monchique Spa Resort

Villa Termal das Caldas de Monchique Spa Resort is the only thermal resort in the Algarve, set at around 350 metres altitude in the Serra de Monchique mountains, about 20 km from the coast. Its therapeutic springs have been valued since Roman times.

Thermal water & source

The Caldas de Monchique springs surface at roughly 32°C. The water is highly alkaline (pH 9.5) and rich in bicarbonate, sodium and fluoride, and is traditionally used for respiratory, musculoskeletal, digestive and rheumatic conditions.

Pools & baths

• Outdoor swimming pool (access included for guests)
• Heated indoor swimming pool
• Thermal hydrotherapy circuit with heated thermal pool, sauna and Turkish bath

Spa & wellness

The Monchique Thermal Spa offers a range of treatments and rituals including jet showers, Vichy showers, massages, hydromassages and mud applications, alongside wine-therapy and other wellness programmes, available by reservation.

Hotel & dining

Accommodation is spread across historic buildings furnished in 18th- and 19th-century style, offering room types from Classic rooms to Master suites with views of the pool, historic square or surrounding mountains. The resort restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine, both a la carte and buffet.