The Westin Salgados Beach Resort, Algarve Opens with Nature-Inspired Design and Holistic Wellbeing Experience

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Westin Hotels & Resorts proudly announces the opening of The Westin Salgados Beach Resort, Algarve, a sophisticated wellness destination where the restorative power of nature meets thoughtful, rejuvenating hospitality. Nestled along the golden shores of Praia dos Salgados, the resort offers a serene retreat that embodies Westin’s commitment to personal well-being through its Six Pillars: Sleep Well, Eat Well, Move Well, Feel Well, Work Well, and Play Well.

Biophilic Design: Where Architecture Meets Nature

The resort’s architectural concept draws profound inspiration from the surrounding coastal landscape, with a design philosophy that blurs the boundaries between indoors and outdoors. Natural light floods the interiors through expansive windows, while locally sourced materials including Portuguese limestone, sustainable woods, and artisanal ceramics create an authentic sense of place.

The colour palette echoes the Algarve’s distinctive coastal environment—soft sand tones, serene blues reflecting the Atlantic, and subtle greens inspired by the neighbouring Salgados Lagoon’s vegetation. Public spaces feature living green walls and water elements that create a multisensory experience, with carefully positioned relaxation areas that frame spectacular ocean views.

Indigenous plants feature prominently throughout the landscaping, creating microclimates that support local biodiversity while providing guests with shaded retreats and fragrant garden paths designed for mindful walks.

Restorative Accommodations that Elevate Rest

The resort features 95 thoughtfully appointed rooms and suites alongside 60 private residences, all designed as restorative sanctuaries. Guests will enjoy Westin’s renowned signature amenities, including the iconic Heavenly® Bed with its patented pillow-top mattress, plush sheets, and down duvets that promote deeper, more restorative sleep.

Each accommodation includes spa-like bathrooms, rainfall showers, and refreshing amenities including White Tea Heavenly® Bath products and Sleep Well Lavender Balm to promote revitalising rest. Floor-to-ceiling windows provide abundant natural light and expansive views of either the Atlantic Ocean or the resort’s lush gardens, with private balconies or terraces that extend the living space outdoors.

In-room features like blackout curtains, and custom soundscapes combine to create optimal sleeping conditions, while breathing exercises and sleep enhancing tips from the Westin Sleep Well Menu guide guests toward their best night’s rest.

Holistic Wellbeing at Every Turn

The resort’s comprehensive wellness offerings embody Westin’s holistic approach to wellbeing:

Wellness Hub Algarve: This integrated well-being sanctuary features a vitality pool with targeted hydromassage zones designed to soothe travel weary muscles, alongside a circuit of sauna, steam bath, ice fountain, and sensory showers that stimulate circulation and promote detoxification. The relaxation area provides a tranquil space for mindful reflection.
Movement & Fitness: The state-of-the-art LifeFitness® gym offers the latest in exercise technology, complemented by WestinWORKOUT® Gear Lending Kits for in-room use. The property’s RunWESTIN™ programme features custom 3km and 5km beach running routes developed in partnership with Strava, led by the resort’s Run Concierge three mornings weekly. Beachfront yoga sessions at sunrise create powerful moments of connection between body, mind, and nature.
Recovery Innovations: The resort introduces the Algarve’s first Hyperice® Rapid Recovery Room, featuring the latest in percussive therapy, compression technology, and mindfulness tools to help guests recover from travel fatigue or workout sessions. Recovery protocols designed by wellness experts address specific needs from jet lag to muscle tension.
Family Wellbeing: The Westin Family Kids Club caters to young guests aged 3-12 with nature-inspired activities focused on movement, creativity, and discovery. Programmes include guided nature walks exploring local ecosystems, mindfulness sessions adapted for children, and hands-on workshops using sustainable materials.

Nourishment with Purpose

The culinary philosophy at The Westin Salgados Beach Resort Algarve celebrates the healing power of food through five distinctive dining experiences:

In-Season: A dynamic buffet experience where seasonal, locally sourced ingredients take centre stage. The menu changes with the seasons, highlighting the freshest produce from regional farmers and fishermen, with dishes that emphasise nutritional balance and energy-sustaining ingredients.
Chiringuito Blue: This beachfront venue captures the essence of Mediterranean coastal dining with a menu rich in omega-3s, antioxidants, and heart-healthy ingredients, served against the backdrop of ocean waves. Signature dishes feature sustainably caught seafood and locally grown produce.
Potato Project: This casual, plant-forward concept celebrates the humble potato alongside other root vegetables in creative, nutrient-dense preparations that showcase the versatility of plant foods.
Serenity Bar: Beyond standard libations, this elegant space offers a thoughtful selection of functional beverages including adaptogenic elixirs, fresh-pressed juices, and craft mocktails designed to enhance wellbeing.

SuperFoodsRx™ options appear throughout all menus, highlighting nutrient-rich ingredients known for their health benefits, while the Eat Well Menu for Kids ensures younger guests enjoy balanced, appealing meals.

Connecting with the Authentic Algarve

The resort serves as a gateway to meaningful engagement with the region’s natural wonders and cultural heritage. The adjacent Salgados Lagoon—one of Portugal’s most important wetland habitats—offers guests exceptional birdwatching opportunities, with over 220 species documented. The resort’s naturalist leads guided excursions that connect visitors with this delicate ecosystem.

Locally inspired programme elements include botanical workshops using indigenous herbs, Algarvian cooking classes focused on the region’s renowned

Mediterranean diet, and artisan demonstrations featuring traditional Portuguese crafts. A partnership with local fishermen enables guests to participate in sustainable fishing experiences followed by beach cookouts prepared with the day’s catch.

Through the Westin Destination programme, guests can explore curated half-day and full-day itineraries that reveal the authentic Algarve beyond typical tourist routes, with experiences ranging from visiting family-owned olive groves to discovering hidden beaches accessible only by boat.

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