Casa Mãe is a laid-back design hotel in Lagos, blending different aesthetics throughout its four buildings. Despite their differing design focus, each room offers guests a stay of purposeful relaxation and reconnection.
Each room is unique, outfitted with natural materials, handmade furniture, and local products. Some feature private terraces and outdoor showers, while others face the hotel's gardens or inner courtyard. The style is clean yet warm, featuring terracotta, wood, and linen, paired with cozy lighting and polished concrete.
At the heart of Casa Mãe is its organic farm and garden, which supply the hotel’s Orta restaurant. The seasonal menu consists of local produce, fresh fish, and house-baked bread, served in a relaxed, airy space. Guests can also grab a cocktail by the small pool or browse the concept store showcasing Portuguese-made goods. The open-plan space flows easily from the indoor dining room to the terrace and garden.
A small spa offers treatments using local, natural products. There's also a pool surrounded by sunbeds and olive trees, perfect for relaxing on a slow afternoon. Yoga sessions are held regularly, and bikes are available to explore the town or nearby beaches.
Casa Mãe is a community. The team is friendly and passionate about the region, helping visitors discover authentic corners of the Algarve. A concept store and workshop space sit next to the main house, selling Portuguese-made ceramics, textiles, and skincare. Regular pop-ups and design residencies invite artisans and creatives to collaborate on new ideas.
Casa Mãe is ideal for travelers looking for design, slow living, and a connection to local culture. Through the hotel's ideal location, its thoughtful staff, and warm design, it welcomes guests to experience, relax, and reconnect.
Lagos is a gateway to some of Portugal’s best surf, with year-round waves and options for all levels. Meia Praia, just 10 minutes from Casa Mãe, offers mellow beach breaks for beginners. For more punch, head 30 minutes west to Arrifana or Amado—consistent reef and beach breaks with both lefts and rights. Winter brings bigger swells, but there’s usually something rideable all year. Mornings often deliver cleaner waves before the wind picks up. Crowds are moderate depending on the season.
Casa Mãe’s Orta restaurant is driven by its on-site organic garden. Guests can expect fresh, seasonal dishes with Portuguese roots—grilled local fish, garden vegetables, homemade kombucha, and sourdough bread. Breakfast is included and served on the sunny terrace. The bar offers natural wines and craft cocktails. Within walking distance, Lagos has plenty of cafés and eateries serving seafood, pastries, and traditional fare.
Lagos is in the western Algarve, known for its cliffs, beaches, and sunshine. Fly into Faro Airport (90 km), then drive 1 hour or take the regional train to Lagos station, 10 minutes from the hotel. Lagos is a warm beach town nestled on the coastline of Costa Vicentina. It has a rich and diverse history, having been under the power of the Romans, the Moors, and eventually the Portuguese. The town, now a popular tourist spot because of its beaches, has historically experienced different cultural influences, many of which came from its time in the 15th century as a major trading port. Just a short walk from the hotel to town, Lagos offers golden cliffs, markets, and shops for people to browse. It's a town to pause, relax, and enjoy the easy beach vibe. Other nearby activities include hiking coastal trails, kayaking to sea caves, and surfing. Yoga classes, markets, and art galleries are also close by.
Address: Rua do Jogo da Bola, Lagos 8600-712
Check-in:15:00
Check-out:12:00
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