Luxury hotels in the Minho & charming villas

Our top choice of the best small luxury hotels, romantic retreats and stylish holiday homes in Portugal’s greenest region

Minho is a region of clear contrasts and quiet refinement. Along the coast, between Viana do Castelo and Caminha, you’ll find luxurious beach houses with clean lines, wide terraces and direct access to the sea. Further inland, contemporary buildings blend effortlessly into the natural landscape — restrained architecture, local materials, large windows framing vineyards and damp forest. There are also elegant manor houses converted into five-star retreats, where service is discreet and quality is unmistakable. Braga and Guimarães bring urban structure and deep-rooted history, while rural quintas offer a balance of authenticity and design. Some preserve traditional stone wine presses; others surprise with minimalist interiors and pools set in granite courtyards. Across the region, luxury is defined by the interplay of setting, architecture and time. Each place in our collection is handpicked for its atmosphere, soul and connection to the land.