Six Senses has unveiled plans to expand its presence in Portugal to a new community being developed in Comporta, located just outside Lisbon.
Slated to open in 2028, Six Senses Comporta will comprise a 70-hotel key and branded residences as part of the Pinheirinho estate, a 400-hectare estate that was previously privately owned and accessed by invitation only. Much of the site is a protected nature reserve of pinewood forest. Under development plans, the site is being brought to life in accordance with strict aesthetic and sustainability guidelines.
The 66 deluxe guest rooms and larger suites will be housed in the wings of a central building, with options to interconnect for larger groups. The three garden villas and presidential villa bring the total number of hotel accommodations to 70.
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The 58 branded residences, ranging from two to five-bedroom villas and apartments, reflect their position and unique features within the landscape – Forest, Sand Dune, and Lake – to offer their own type of retreat experience.
Announcing the management agreement, Neil Jacobs, Six Senses CEO said, “Our design approach is about creating spaces that connect people to nature as part of our overall hospitality ethos. Where better to start than by embracing the land’s natural contours of pine forests and sand dunes while drawing on quirks of Comporta, traditions of the Alentejo region, reinterpretation of Portuguese classics, and Six Senses touches that show that luxury doesn’t have to be taken too seriously.”
Six Senses Comporta “marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter, reflecting our shared commitment to preserving the rich heritage of this beautiful region,” says João Cabaça, Co-Founder and CEO of VIC Properties, the company behind the project.
“We are thrilled and honoured to welcome Six Senses to our property in Comporta, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter,” Cabaca added.
Six Senses Comporta’s main restaurant will focus on seasonal ingredients provided by the on-site vegetable garden in line with the Eat With Six Senses ethos, where chefs are guided by the principles of natural ingredients, local and sustainable, and less is more. The property will also feature a pool bar and grill for casual dining options and other al fresco options for long summer lunches.
A wine bar will shine a spotlight on the region’s best winemakers along with an eclectic drinks menu of mocktails and cocktails, while the deli café and market stock fresh produce for beach or poolside picnics. The Chef’s Table, located in the vegetable garden, will host pop-up events and cookery classes that also showcase farm-to-table principles and local produce.
Six Senses Comporta will join IHG Hotels & Resorts’ fast-growing Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio which features nearly 100 open hotels in Europe, including eight Six Senses properties in Italy, Switzerland, France, Israel, Portugal, Spain and Türkiye.
