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A unique 360-degree approach to health and wellness. Longevity Health & Wellness Hotel, in Alvor, Algarve, Portugal, is an adults-only retreat offering a haven of understated luxury. The flagship of the Longevity wellness group, it’s Portugal’s most advanced clinic dealing in preventive, regenerative and personalised medicine, featuring state-of-the-art technology.

Offering a wide selection of spa and wellness programmes, from 3-day detox and relaxing breaks to longer intensive specialised programmes. Longevity Health and Wellness Hotel combine spa treatments, nutrition, fitness and advanced medical treatments to create a holistic stay that treats the mind, body and soul.

Situated in Western Algarve, in the picturesque village of Alvor, the hotel is built upon a secluded hillside with panoramic views of the sea, the surrounding countryside and the Monchique mountains. The unique architecture of the hotel features a wave pattern, which symbolises Longevity’s focus on harmony and balance and relates to the revitalising water (Salus per Aquae) used in the spa.

The 70 rooms and suites are simple yet comfortable, with neutral colours. Some have balconies and sea views, others overlook the small town. Most come with a shower only. Amenities are from Portuguese brand Portus Cale.

Boasting a number of state of the art facilities like the rooftop infinity pool overlooking the Atlantic ocean, Indoor heated Salt Detox Pool, Indoor Sensation relax pool, Detox & Relax Wet Area Circuit (which includes Infra-Red Sauna, Hammam, Ice Fountain, Epson Salt Room, Sensations Showers, Relaxing Room, Relax Walking Path,). Then there is cryotherapy, cool sculpting and the Iyashi Dôme helping to achieve the guest's desired body shape. There is also colonic hydrotherapy, ozone therapy and hyperbaric medicine.

Make use of the fully equipped gym and 24-hour fitness centre. While those on programmes can enjoy Longevity Vitality Plan daily group activities – Examples of activities: yoga, pilates, stretching, core training, tone & fit, jump, fit ball, walks, among others.

There are two restaurants; one, Mediterrânico, offers dishes such as octopus with purple sweet potatoes, peppers and coastal herbs or golden bream with corn and bivalve molluscs after starters of veal bone broth and braised mackerel. On the rooftop is Pure Café, which offers a range of sandwiches and salads alongside tuna tataki, chicken breast with organic beetroot and vegetable rice.

Most guests will have meal plans tailored to their needs by the nutritionist. Breakfast is a buffet of yoghurts, fresh fruits and cheeses with eggs to order. Wine, unlike in some health clinics, is available;

Alvor Beach is 1.1 km from the hotel, while Prainha Beach is 1.4 km from the property. Several golf courses are loca