Martinhal Family Hotels and Resorts

Our Exciting New Partnership for Family Travel in Portugal

We are absolutely delighted to announce our brand-new partnership with Martinhal Family Hotels and Resorts, a collection of exceptional family-focused properties in Portugal that truly redefine what stress-free luxury travel with children looks like.

With two stunning Algarve resorts and two beautifully serviced apartment properties in Lisbon, Marginal Family Hotels and Resorts offer an innovative, thoughtful, and genuinely family-first approach to hospitality. At The Travel Suite, we are always seeking partners who align with our commitment to quality, experience, and ease — and this partnership does exactly that.

From complimentary Baby Concierge services to award-winning family facilities, here’s everything you need to know about why Marginal Family Hotels and Resorts are about to become one of our most exciting summer recommendations.

Why Marginal Family Hotels and Resorts Are Perfect for Families

What makes Marintal Family Hotels and Resorts so special? Quite simply — they were created by parents, for parents.

The concept began in 2001 when the owners, travelling with their four young children, realised how challenging luxury travel with little ones could be. By 2010, they had opened their flagship family resort in Sagres, creating a new niche in family hospitality.

Their mission is simple: make holidays enjoyable for children and relaxing for parents.

Across all properties, families benefit from:

• Complimentary Baby Concierge service

• Freshly prepared baby menus (from 4 months old)

• Kids’ Clubs for ages 6 months to 17 years

• Supervised kids’ corners in restaurants

• Family spa treatments (ages 6+ in Sagres)

• Online concierge system for pre-booking activities

This is not just “family-friendly.” It is family-designed luxury.

Martinal Family Hotels and Resorts in the Algarve

The Algarve is the primary market for UK and Irish families, and it’s easy to see why. Served by Faro Airport, the region offers sunshine, beaches, golf, and safe, spacious resort living.

Martinal Family Hotels and Resorts – Sagres Resort

The flagship property of Marginal Family Hotels and Resorts, Sagres opened in 2010 and was named the World’s Best Family Hotel by The Telegraph in 2013.

Located in a protected natural park by the beach, this expansive resort includes:

• 200 two-storey houses

• 37 ocean-facing hotel rooms

• Luxury private villas (accommodating up to 12 guests)

• Five swimming pools (all heated)

• Three restaurants

• Extensive sports facilities

• Spa with adult and children’s treatments

Every house is designed with safety in mind — stair gates, baby cots, and fenced private heated pools in Pinewood Houses.

Unique features include:

• Complimentary “Baby Water First Experience” sessions during peak season

• Swimming academy in the indoor pool

• Adults-only pool area within the Garden Houses neighbourhood

• Children under eight eat free on half-board/full-board supplements

For families wanting privacy, Sagres luxury villas allow guests to book a specific villa number — offering guaranteed accommodation choice.

Martinhal Family Hotels and Resorts – Quinta do Lago

Just 30 minutes from Faro Airport and surrounded by premium golf courses, Quinta do Lago offers a slightly different Algarve experience.

This resort manages approximately 70 privately owned townhouses and villas, ranging from two to five bedrooms — each with its own private swimming pool.

Key features include:

• Outdoor and indoor heated pools

• Kids’ Clubs

• Gym

• Restaurant

• Bicycle rentals for beach access

• Access to preferential golf rates via concierge

Unlike Sagres, guests book a room category rather than a specific villa, but preferences are always noted.

Quinta encourages guests to explore the surrounding restaurants, shopping, and sports facilities, making it ideal for families who want independence with resort support.

Late arrivals at both Algarve properties receive a thoughtful welcome pack including milk, water, cereals — and even a cheese board and toast for very late check-ins.

Martinhal Family Hotels and Resorts in Lisbon

Lisbon’s market is dominated by US travellers, but these properties are perfectly suited to families combining city culture with space and comfort.

Martinhal Family Hotels and Resorts – Lisbon Oriente

Opened three years ago in Lisbon’s modern Park of Nations district, this five-star apartment building with hotel service offers:

• 90 apartments (studio to four-bedroom)

• Accommodation for up to eight adults

• Fully equipped kitchenettes

• Breakfast included in flexible rates

• Indoor and outdoor heated pools

• Gym and conference centre

• Fusion Oriental and Portuguese restaurant

It is just 10 minutes from Lisbon Airport and near major attractions, making it ideal for families seeking city convenience without compromising on space.

Marginal Family Hotels and Resorts – Chiado

Opened in 2016, Chiado is a boutique-style property with 37 serviced apartments set in a refurbished 18th/19th-century building retaining traditional Portuguese architecture.

Accommodation includes:

• Studios to two-bedroom apartments

• Capacity for four adults and two children

• Fully equipped kitchens

• Five-star hotel services

• Breakfast included in flexible rates

The standout feature here is the Pajama Club, offering evening childcare and dinner for children until 10–11pm — allowing parents to enjoy Lisbon’s dining scene completely stress-free.

The Complimentary Baby Concierge Service

Across all Marginal Family Hotels and Resorts, the complimentary Baby Concierge service is a true game-changer.

Families can pre-order:

• Pushchairs

• Bottle sterilisers

• Baby monitors

• Highchairs

• Cots

• Safety gates

This eliminates the need for extra luggage and reduces travel stress dramatically.

All restaurants also provide freshly made baby menus from four months old — no reheating jars required.

Seamless Booking & Partner Support

Our new partnership with Marginal Family Hotels and Resorts includes access to their live online booking portal, which:

• Displays flexible net rates already discounted by 15%

• Shows real-time availability

• Sends automatic booking confirmations

• Connects directly to hotel software

Important notes for partners:

• Meal supplements should not be booked via the portal due to a current system issue.

• Requests for supplements should be entered in the comments box.

• Payment is made later via bank transfer, as per contract.

• Algarve payments: 60 days prior (high/medium seasons), 30 days (low season).

• Lisbon payments: 14 days prior to arrival.

Guests can also access the public concierge website to book:

• Kids’ Clubs

• Activities

• Spa treatments

• Restaurant reservations

Kids’ Clubs are complimentary in Algarve low season; otherwise, pricing varies by age and property.

Why This Partnership Matters

At The Travel Suite, we are seeing strong demand for family travel — especially to the Algarve and Lisbon. With July and August commanding high rates but September and October delivering peak occupancy, the opportunity is clear.

Martinhal Family Hotels and Resorts give us:

• A trusted Irish-market favourite

• High summer family demand

• Award-winning credentials

• Genuine differentiation in the family luxury space

• Flexible, real-time booking systems

This partnership significantly strengthens our Portugal portfolio and allows us to offer something truly special to our family clients.

Discover Martinhal Family Hotels and Resorts with The Travel Suite

Whether your clients want a beachfront Algarve villa with heated private pool, a golf retreat in Quinta do Lago, or a serviced city apartment in Lisbon with evening childcare — Marginal Family Hotels and Resorts deliver.

We are thrilled to introduce this exceptional brand to our portfolio and cannot wait to curate unforgettable Portuguese family holidays with them.

Luxury for parents. Freedom for children.
That’s the magic of Martinhal Family Hotels and Resorts.