Pros
- Spectacular mountaintop setting facing the Serra da Estrela mountain range
- Fun outdoor experience in surprisingly comfortable accommodations
- Stylish geodesic domes with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and kettles
- Domos have heating and air-conditioning and are open year-round
- All units have private decks and bathrooms with hydro-jet showers
- Free breakfast buffet featuring cheeses, meats, fruit and freshly-baked bread
- Light lunch and dinner menus are available
- Free activities including mountain biking, ballooning, and horseback riding
- Gift shop that sells souvenirs, locally-made treats, clothing, and wine
- Events dome that’s available for group meals or meetings
- Free Wi-Fi throughout
Bottom Line
The two-and-a-half-pearl Natura Glamping offers a comfortable and memorable experience in a spectacular setting. It's located on a quiet mountaintop, with majestic views of Portugal’s highest mountain range. Guests stay in one of six geodesic domes, or "domos," but as the property's name suggests, they're far from roughing it. The two-bedroom domos have heating and air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, coffeemakers, private bathrooms with hydro-massage showers, and free Wi-Fi. There's a shop in the main building with local crafts and goods, and a dining hall where a free breakfast buffet is served, plus lunch and dinner for a fee. The biggest drawback is the lengthy drive to the nearest restaurants in Fundão. Travelers looking for luxurious accommodations in a gorgeous natural setting can consider H2otel.
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Amenities
- Cribs
- Internet
- Pool
Scene
A quiet place in the mountains -- far from a simple campground
With only six domos and no more than 20 to 30 guests at any given time, Natura Glamping is an ideal place to get away from it all -- without having to sacrifice modern amenities -- though the setting certainly won't suit all travelers. The reception area has the look of a camp canteen, but beyond that, nothing about this hotel suggests required knowledge of how to pitch a tent. With such small crowds, guests naturally get to know each other in the dining room at breakfast. Decor edges on IKEA-style, but the space has a seating area with a flat-screen TV, attractive, black drum pendants suspended from the ceiling, and tables covered with bright magenta tablecloths. The property attracts outdoorsy and adventurous couples and families seeking to experience rural Portugal while still enjoying some creature comforts.
Location
Isolated setting in central Portugal's Gardunha Mountains
Natura Glamping is nestled in central Portugal's Gardunha Mountains. The domos and main building face the majestic Serra da Estrela, the highest mountain range in Portugal. It’s surrounded by opportunities for outdoor activities, but it's quite isolated. A couple of cafes are within about a five-minute drive from the property, but most restaurants within reasonable drive are located in Fundão, about 15 minutes away. The village of Covilha is 28 minutes by car, and the historic towns of Belmonte and Sortelha are drives of 34 and 46 minutes, respectively. It's two hours and 25 minutes by car to Lisbon Portela Airport.
Rooms
Comfortable and modern, with private decks, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and kettles
The geodesic domes provide all the basic comforts of modern living. The two-bedroom units are relatively spacious, with laminate wood floors and double beds facing clear plastic walls that provide spectacular mountain views. Dark brown drapes act as blackout curtains, and the all-white, drape-like interiors and high ceilings make the domos bright and airy. There are armchairs, bistro-style tables and chairs, and privacy walls are created by simple wood pressboard that has shelving for storage. All units have private furnished decks, and come equipped with electricity, heating and air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, kettles, and free Wi-Fi. Bathrooms have simple sinks, sleek showers with hydro-massage jets, and toiletries.
Features
Free breakfast, lunch and dinner menus, and free Wi-Fi, plus free outdoor activities
In addition to its spectacular mountain setting and amazing views, the property offers free breakfast with an excellent selection of cold cuts, cheeses, fruit, fresh bread, and cereal. Lunch and dinner menus (fee) have light fare, such as soups and salads. The main building houses the dining room, which has an outdoor deck with tables and books and newspapers for guests.
Wine local treats like jams, souvenirs, and clothing made in the region are sold at reception, which isn't staffed 24/7. Free group activities include mountain biking, ballooning, and horseback riding. The complex has an events domo for meetings and private group meals, and there are also are picnic tables on the grounds. Wi-Fi is free throughout.
Scene
A quiet place in the mountains -- far from a simple campground
With only six domos and no more than 20 to 30 guests at any given time, Natura Glamping is an ideal place to get away from it all -- without having to sacrifice modern amenities -- though the setting certainly won't suit all travelers. The reception area has the look of a camp canteen, but beyond that, nothing about this hotel suggests required knowledge of how to pitch a tent. With such small crowds, guests naturally get to know each other in the dining room at breakfast. Decor edges on IKEA-style, but the space has a seating area with a flat-screen TV, attractive, black drum pendants suspended from the ceiling, and tables covered with bright magenta tablecloths. The property attracts outdoorsy and adventurous couples and families seeking to experience rural Portugal while still enjoying some creature comforts.
Location
Isolated setting in central Portugal's Gardunha Mountains
Natura Glamping is nestled in central Portugal's Gardunha Mountains. The domos and main building face the majestic Serra da Estrela, the highest mountain range in Portugal. It’s surrounded by opportunities for outdoor activities, but it's quite isolated. A couple of cafes are within about a five-minute drive from the property, but most restaurants within reasonable drive are located in Fundão, about 15 minutes away. The village of Covilha is 28 minutes by car, and the historic towns of Belmonte and Sortelha are drives of 34 and 46 minutes, respectively. It's two hours and 25 minutes by car to Lisbon Portela Airport.
Rooms
Comfortable and modern, with private decks, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and kettles
The geodesic domes provide all the basic comforts of modern living. The two-bedroom units are relatively spacious, with laminate wood floors and double beds facing clear plastic walls that provide spectacular mountain views. Dark brown drapes act as blackout curtains, and the all-white, drape-like interiors and high ceilings make the domos bright and airy. There are armchairs, bistro-style tables and chairs, and privacy walls are created by simple wood pressboard that has shelving for storage. All units have private furnished decks, and come equipped with electricity, heating and air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, kettles, and free Wi-Fi. Bathrooms have simple sinks, sleek showers with hydro-massage jets, and toiletries.
Features
Free breakfast, lunch and dinner menus, and free Wi-Fi, plus free outdoor activities
In addition to its spectacular mountain setting and amazing views, the property offers free breakfast with an excellent selection of cold cuts, cheeses, fruit, fresh bread, and cereal. Lunch and dinner menus (fee) have light fare, such as soups and salads. The main building houses the dining room, which has an outdoor deck with tables and books and newspapers for guests.
Wine local treats like jams, souvenirs, and clothing made in the region are sold at reception, which isn't staffed 24/7. Free group activities include mountain biking, ballooning, and horseback riding. The complex has an events domo for meetings and private group meals, and there are also are picnic tables on the grounds. Wi-Fi is free throughout.
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Amenities
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Balcony / Terrace / Patio
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Cabanas
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Cable
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Cribs
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Internet
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Kids Allowed
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Meeting / Conference Rooms
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Pool
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Poolside Drink Service
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Room Service
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Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space
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Supervised Kids Activities
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Swim-Up Bar
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