In a statement, the hotel reveals that the award “celebrates innovation, excellence and the spirit of Mediterranean-inspired luxury hospitality.”

"This achievement reflects the passion, dedication and excellence of our incredible DOMES team in Portugal, in every detail, every smile, every moment we create together for our guests. We work every day to offer genuine hospitality, where kindness and generosity are the real luxury," says Mário Custódio, general manager of Domes Lake Algarve, quoted in the press release.

“The Domes Lake Algarve - Autograph Collection is the first hotel of the Greek Domes Resort group outside Greece, with a strong Mediterranean inspiration,” the hotel said in a press release

The hotel has “192 rooms and suites, a private lake, four swimming pools, privileged access to Vilamoura beach, several excellent gastronomic venues, a Soma Spa, among other services”.