The Bite Magazine - Spring/Summer 2022 - Issue 31

bitetravel W Algarve Makes Its Debuts in Portugal T his spring, W Hotels Worldwide opened its Al- garve-based property on Portugal’s most coveted coastline, offering simultaneous seaside relaxation with high-energy sophistication. W Algarve celebrates urban- glamour-meets-beach-life in a region famous for its beautiful secluded coves, year-round sunshine and enticing cuisine. Its energetic beats, striking flavours and bright design complete the scene in this playful destination, giving sun-seekers and tastemakers a new reason to visit the Algarve. The hotel under 50 km from Faro International Airport boasts 134 hotel rooms, suites and 83 residences with azure views and spacious balconies. The guest rooms are designed with Atlan- tic colours and asymmetrical forms to mimic the nearby cliffs, while dynamic tile designs pay tribute to Portuguese heritage. The signature W amenities complete each room with plush bath robes, spacious bathtubs and rain showers. Guests staying in the tenWOW suites will experience next-lev- el luxury and two floors of state-of-the-art resort living. Down- stairs, the living areas feature ultramodern BOSE® entertain- ment systems allowing guests to set the scene of their choice. Upstairs, occupants can soak up the Algarve sun on the spa- cious sunny rooftop terrace, with eye-popping coastal views and private plunge pools available in selected WOW suites. The W brand’s modern interpretation of a traditional presiden- tial suite, Extreme WOW Suite, hosts an expansive bedroom inspired by the beautiful Bengali cave and the picturesque Al- garve fishing villages. On the panoramic rooftop terrace, the elevated lounge garden with a DJ booth, dining and bar area are surrounded by the gardens. A sweeping infinity plunge pool is the perfect place to soak up the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean. The residences feature one, two, three or four-bedroom apartments. Guests will be intrigued by the gastronomy and drink choices, such as the poolside bar SIP serving all-day sun-kissed cock- tails and a healthy menu that fuses flavours from the Far East to the Mediterranean Coast. The Market Kitchen restaurant has a neighbourhood ambience in mind with inspiration from the local markets. It serves modern interpretations of international favourites and regional farm and ocean-fresh cuisine. Paper Moon is the Mediterranean sister to the original Milan- ese restaurant atop the hotel, with panoramic views over the grounds and the ocean beyond. This award-winning facility serving honest Italian cuisine features a bar, dining room and terrace. Fish is the star on the seasonal but timeless menu, in addition to a selection of fresh pasta and pizza. Sea Sky is an- other location on the hotel rooftop overlooking the golden bay of Armação de Pera, perfect for pre or post-dinner and to sit, mix and mingle. The Living Room is the perfect place to end the night with an eclectic menu of drinks that celebrates W’s cocktail culture and local distilleries to the Algarve. The bar serves a selection of local and global gins and draft beers with flavours from Eu- rope’s Southwestern coast. Champagne sunset deck AIR offers an array of Cava, champagne, Prosecco, Franciacorta, Spu- mante, Port and Moscato with a fine sparkling selection paying homage to the Tartessian planted vines in the Sado and Tagus valleys. W Algarve’s AWAY Spa features six treatment rooms, includ- ing a couple’s room, a hair salon, a manicure and pedicure bar, facial LED masks treatments and Express Booths for pre-din- ner touch-ups. The spa also incorporates a wet area with a sau- na, steam, jacuzzi, and a covered outdoor relaxation area. The Beauty Bar offers a relaxed, social space with varied express and longer treatments. Sunrise yoga or a dip at the WET Deck provides guests with every opportunity to refuel and leave W Algarve with a glow. High-intensity workouts and boot camps provided by FIT em- body the W brand’s FUEL offering, a social and energetic take on wellness. Located on the 2nd floor, FIT offers 134 sqm of indoor space and 300 sqm of outdoor space with a view, fully equipped with the latest TechnoGym® equipment alongside an Olympic Power Rack to provide maximum workout capability. https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/faowh-w-algarve Images courtesy of W Communications