Luz Houses. It’s a hotel, but when we get there it’s at home that we feel. The atmosphere, cozy and beautiful, is accompanied by a ripped smile that reveals great sympathy, which is an act of welcome. As soon as we arrived, they offered us a hot towel with essential lavender oil – to warm up – followed by tea and cake, while we were able to enjoy the fireplace. Our stay couldn’t have a better start.

But, it was when they showed us all the common rooms – lovingly decorated – and took us to the room that we totally fell in love with the hotel. Every detail of the Luz Houses is an ode to life and to the small things that, because they matter, are the greatest.

The truth is that there is, throughout the hotel, an overwhelming sense of peace that makes us feel good. I mean, it’s all about good vibes. Almost as if we were in a world apart, where being who we are is enough to be happy. And, it is impossible not to be happy in such a welcoming place.

After a cozy night of sleep, we woke up with the rays of the sun slipping lazily through the windows. The soft song of the birds, far away, assumed the role of a natural alarm clock. It was time for breakfast. Served in the large room with the impeccable decor (how loving are the chairs with the heart trimmed?), the delicacies multiplied in a delicious banquet. Fruit, assorted bread, compote, croissants, natural juice, and tea were the perfect excuse to start the day with a smile drawn on our faces.

We still had time to visit the chapel, which looks more like an idyllic setting and to see the cute sheeps.The hotel also has a swimming pool – inspired by traditional Fatima tanks – and a cave where guests can enjoy massages while connecting with nature.

If you are thinking of going to Fatima soon, or if you just need an excuse to go, stay at Luz Houses. It is an incredible experience of connecting with ourselves and a real gift to the soul. The photos speak for themselves, do not they?

P.S. Thank you for all the kindness of Luz Houses team. The hotel is absolutely charming but there are the people who make it a must go place.