Monte Horizonte

In 2010 the InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), will open three new Portuguese properties offering some 600 rooms. And in 2011 look for two more openings. First up is the new Crowne Plaza Vilamoura (327 rooms + suites) followed by the Holiday Inn Figueira da Foz (158 rooms in July). By the end of the year, look for the new InterContinental Porto Palácio das Cardosas, with 109 rooms. For 2011 expect a Holiday Inn Express, in Porto, with 96 rooms, as well as one in Lisbon with 127 rooms. The Crowne Plaza Vilamoura Algarve, Beach, Golf and Conference Hotel is situated just next to the Casino and walking distance from the Marina.  The Holiday Inn Figueira da Foz will have some 15 meeting rooms. The InterContinental Porto Palácio das Cardosas will be the first of this brand in Portugal. Set in a 250-year-old palace in the main square of Porto, and will feature a renovated historic Café Astória as well as a Spa.