Hotel Vermelho is the first-ever hotel created by renowned French fashion designer Christian Louboutin, nestled in the tranquil village of Melides along Portugal’s Alentejo coast.
Opened in 2023, this 5-star boutique hotel reflects Louboutin’s eclectic and maximalist design philosophy, blending Portuguese heritage with global influences.
🏨 Hotel Overview
The hotel comprises 13 uniquely designed rooms, each a fusion of local craftsmanship and international artistry.Interiors feature hand-painted Alentejo tiles, Murano glass-style lamps, and furniture from Louboutin’s personal collection.
The communal areas include a lounge with red-tiled floors, a garden with a plunge pool, and the Xtian restaurant, which celebrates Alentejo cuisine.
🛏️ New Villas: La Salvada & La Maison des Bateaux
In July 2025, two new villas were added to the property:
- La Salvada: A four-guest villa inspired by kasbah architecture, designed with Egyptian designer Tarek Shamma. It features high ceilings, sandy-toned interiors, and rooftop terraces offering tranquil landscape views.
- La Maison des Bateaux: A maritime-themed villa modeled after a traditional Alentejan boathouse, nestled among rice fields. It includes nautical details, Louboutin’s personal furniture collection, and a secluded pool.
🌿 Location & Experience
Melides is a hidden gem on Portugal’s Alentejo coast, offering a rare blend of rustic charm, natural beauty, and understated luxury.
Its charm lies in the combination of whitewashed houses, quiet streets, and natural surroundings like cork oak forests, rice fields, and sand dunes.
Melides is situated between the Alentejo countryside and the Atlantic Ocean, about an 1h drive from Lisbon and about 25 minutes drive from Comporta.
The village is small, peaceful, and largely untouched by mass tourism, giving it an authentic, slow-paced Portuguese vibe.
Hotel Vermelho embraces this peaceful pace of life, offering experiences like cycling through the countryside, horseback riding along the coast, and visiting local vineyards.
🧘 Wellness & Spa
The hotel’s wellness area combines sacred stones from ancient churches with luxury French cosmetics and Indian mindfulness techniques, creating a sanctuary for renewal and relaxation.
Hotel Vermelho offers a unique blend of luxury, culture, and tranquility, making it a distinctive destination for those seeking an immersive and artistic retreat in Portugal.
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