ArchitectureConvento blends in harmoniously with the cubist architecture of Olhão: a whitewashed building with a large roof terrace. The traditional construction around an open patio promotes air circulation. The thick walls of the original building were specially insulated again to keep the heat out. As far as possible, original materials were reused, bricks, stones, wood and the terracotta tiles on the roof terrace. Some pieces of furniture, such as the sofas in the rooms or the sun loungers on the terrace, were designed and made by the owners themselves. Other pieces of furniture are second hand and give each room its own special touch. The senhorinhas (small Portuguese armchairs) or the chairs of the dining table have been repainted and upholstered. All the companies that were involved in the renovation come from Olhão or the surrounding area. Local materials were used everywhere: from the wood for the wooden floors and beams to the azulejos (tiles) in the patio to the marble in the showers. The outer facade and the terraces are regularly whitewashed using the traditional methods.

FoodEvery morning, guests can look forward to a generous breakfast: fresh bread and rolls, often homemade cakes, cheese and ham or various egg dishes. The jams, granola and yoghurt are homemade. A platter of seasonal fruits rounds off the breakfast. The groceries are bought at the Mercado de Olhão, which is only a minutes' walk from Convento. The hosts pay attention to seasonality and are grateful that the Algarve offers a large selection of fruit and vegetables, including tropical fruits such as bananas and papayas. Silvia, one of the employees, supplies the property with fresh eggs from her own chickens.

SocialTwo team members from the region work at the Convento. The hosts attach great importance to the compatibility of work and family life.

EnvironmentThe property places great emphasis on reducing waste: instead of offering plastic bottles with water, guests will fi nd glass carafes with fi ltered water in the rooms, which they can refill at any time. In the honesty fridge you will fi nd wine, beer and cava as well as glass bottles with fi ltered water to avoid plastic bottles. Leftovers are fed to the employee's chickens. Coffee capsules are deliberately avoided and ground coffee is used instead. Cooling is provided by natural ventilation and ceiling fans instead of waste full air conditioning. Convento uses ecological products for cleaning.

Well-BeingThe hosts offer oil and Thai massages, and yoga classes can be booked on request. On the roof terrace, the pool invites you to cool off. The large terrace offers sun loungers and seating on different levels and is ideal for sunbathing while admiring the Ria Formosa Natural Park..