Portugal is gearing up for an exciting year in 2025 with numerous new hotel openings across the country. This expansion reflects the nation’s booming tourism sector, which has seen record-breaking numbers in recent years. With a focus on diverse accommodations, these new hotels aim to cater to various traveler needs, from luxury stays to family-friendly options.
Vila Galé Expands Family-Friendly Options
Vila Galé is set to open two new hotels in 2025, focusing on family accommodations. The first, Vila Galé Casas D’Elvas, will debut on February 15, featuring 44 rooms. Following this, the Vila Galé Collection Ponte de Lima Vineyards Historic Country Resort Hotel will open on April 1, offering 69 rooms in Viana do Castelo.
Highgate’s Major Launches in May
Highgate is planning a significant expansion in May with four new projects:
- Kimpton Atlântico Algarve in Albufeira: 149 rooms and suites.
- Westin Salgados Beach Resort in Algarve: 155 rooms and suites.
- Algarve Marriott Salgados Golf Resort & Conference Center: 228 rooms, targeting MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions).
- Marriott Residences Salgados Resort Algarve: 192 residences.
New Ventures by Ace Hospitality Management
Ace Hospitality Management will introduce four new hotels in Portugal:
- Origine, Tribute Portfolio Hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia: 70 rooms, opening in April.
- A-mar-ello Hotel Praia Santo André in Santo André: 44 rooms, also opening in April.
- Renaissance Porto Lapa: 78 rooms, set to open in July.
- Moxy – Lisbon Park Hotel: 218 rooms, opening in July.
Luxury Additions by Minor Hotels
Minor Hotels will launch the Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia Hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia in February, featuring 150 luxury rooms. This five-star hotel aims to enhance the upscale accommodation options in the region.
PortoBay’s Lifestyle Hotel
The PortoBay Hotels & Resorts group will unveil the PortoBay Blue Ocean in July 2025. This four-star hotel, located in Quinta do Milharó, Algarve, will offer 349 rooms and suites, catering to lifestyle travelers.
Olivia Hotels’ New Luxury Destination
In July, Olivia Hotels will open a new five-star hotel in Lisbon, strategically located at the intersection of Rua Alexandre Herculano and Rua Castilho. This hotel will feature 138 rooms and five super suites, ideal for business travelers and tourists alike.
Upcoming Openings from Other Groups
Several other hotel groups are also planning openings in 2025:
- Grupo Hotusa: Four new hotels, three in Porto and one in Algarve.
- SANA Hotels: A boutique suites hotel in Lisbon with 48 suites.
- Turim Hotels: A new hotel in Sintra by the end of the year.
- Hyatt: The Andaz Lisboa in Baixa, featuring 169 rooms.
Conclusion
The anticipated hotel openings in Portugal for 2025 highlight the country’s commitment to enhancing its tourism infrastructure. With a mix of luxury, family-friendly, and business-oriented accommodations, travelers can look forward to a diverse range of options as they explore the beauty of Portugal.
