A 40-key boutique nature resort nestled among cork trees on Portugal’s Alentejo coast.
At Sankofa, luxury means less — slow living, nature, authenticity, and genuine connection. We move forward, but always look back to what truly matters.
Sankofa is committed to regenerative hospitality — healing the land, uplifting communities, and creating experiences that give more than they take.
The coast of Alentejo belongs to the most beautiful and serene shores of the world. The New York Times called it “A region of unparalleled beauty and authenticity.” Melides is a small town along that coast, that is experiencing an unusual degree of interest and attention from international visitors and investors alike.
Sankofa is ust a short drive south of the well developed destination hotspot of Comporta (and 5 min drive from Louboutin’s Vermelho) , this tranquil gem of natural beauty and authentic Portuguese culture is becoming
The-Place-To-Be, near but far away enough from the crowded beaches and restaurants of the Troia and Comporta area in Summer.
- The Property consists of a 100,084 square meter lot
- The lot is nearly rectangular, with about 420 meters length and 200 to 250 meters width.
- The orientation of the lot is north-easterly with a south-westerly slope and full-day sun exposure.
- The land is sparsely forested with pine and cork oak trees.
- 5 minutes drive to Melides (small shops, restaurants, Vermelho Hotel)→3.4km
- 8 minutes drive to Melides Beach →4.2km
- 15 minutes drive to big Supermarkets – Pingo Doce, Continente, Intermarché →11.6km
- 4 minutes drive to a gas station
Location & Site
✦ Melides, Portugal
(100km south of Lisbon)
✦ 10 hectares site
✦ ~1,200 sq m licensed
✦ Construction; 987 sq m footprint
Permits & Nature
✦ Construction license issued
✦ One of a kind project approved by municipality
✦Hills, pine & cork trees with distant sea views
Accommodation
✦ 40 units / 86 beds
✦ 10 Premium Cabins (315 sq m)
✦ 10 Safari Tents (360 sq m)
✦ 20 Glamping Bell Tents
(on 4,400 sq m camping area)
Facilities
✦ Owner’s suite & staff housing
✦ Restaurant, Reception & Lounges
✦ Swimming pool
✦ fire pit, playground, shop, sauna, gym, hot tubs
Getting There and Surrounding
Overview: 40 Units, 3 Types, 85 Guests on 10 Hectares
- The main building as the main check-in point, offering a warm and welcoming arrival experience.
- Includes a spacious lounge with open kitchen and wood-burning stove for meals and socializing
- Designed with natural materials, vintage rugs, and mismatched seating to create a relaxed, contemporary vibe.
From Daytime Dips to Fireside Nights
Refuel, Relax. Repeat.
