The Best Hotels in Sintra

Here’s our manually curated guide to the best luxury, boutique, and most charming hotels in Sintra. Bon voyage!

Hannah, Travel Blogger

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Sintra Marmoris Palace

Rated 9.5 in 648 reviews

Sintra Marmoris Palace is a 19th-century manor house, which was completely refurbished in 2017, at just a 7-minute walk… See more

Sintra Marmoris Palace is a 19th-century manor house, which was completely refurbished in 2017, at just a 7-minute walk from the historical centre of Sintra. It features a heated swimming pool that is covered during Winter, is surrounded by a 14.000 m2 garden and has views over the Moorish Castle.

The luxurious rooms and suites are divided across the property's 2 buildings and include air conditioning and heating, wardrobes, and coffee machines. Some include a completely renovated marble bathroom with free Castelbel toiletries. Free WiFi is available.

Guests will have a complimentary welcome drink upon arrival. Every morning a reinvigorating breakfast buffet is served.

Sintra Marmoris Palace offers scenic views of the Sintra Cascais Natural Park and is surrounded by lush garden areas. The shared lounge offers comfortable sofas where guests can relax or read a book, and includes a flat-screen TV.

The property is a 2-minute walk from the Sintra Train Station and 210 metres from the Sintra National Library. The renowned Quinta da Regaleira is 2 km away and the iconic Palácio da Pena is 3 km away. Lisbon International Airport is a 25-minute drive away.

Rooms from $255

Tivoli Palácio de Seteais Sintra Hotel - The Leading Hotels of the World is an elegant 5-star hotel set in the… See more

Tivoli Palácio de Seteais Sintra Hotel - The Leading Hotels of the World is an elegant 5-star hotel set in the mountainside of Sintra with privileged views of the Moorish Castle and Pena Palace. It features a swimming pool, tennis courts and an equestrian centre.

The richly decorated rooms at the Tivoli Palácio de Seteais Sintra Hotel come with air conditioning, a minibar and satellite TV. Each features in-room internet access, private Nespresso machine and a rain shower in the bathroom. Many offer views across the Sintra Cascais Natural Park.

The Restaurant Seteais serves a fusion of Portuguese and International cuisine in a stylish and refined setting where guests may dine in one of the palace's ballroom or next to the pool bringing together stylish flavours and an idyllic scenario for an unforgettable night.

Guests can play tennis, relax on the pool-side sun terrace or enjoy a horse riding lesson. Hotel Tivoli Palácio de Seteais Sintra Hotel - The Leading Hotels of the World also offers an ideal location for hiking, with the National Park and Moorish Palace both within walking distance.

Hotel Tivoli can arrange a variety of local tours, including sailing, golfing and wine-tasting. The hotel is located 35 km from Lisbon Airport. Free private parking is available on site.

Rooms from $315

Cedros Nature House

Farm stay

Rated 9.2 in 374 reviews

Conveniently set in the centre of Sintra, Cedros Nature House provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free… See more

Conveniently set in the centre of Sintra, Cedros Nature House provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking. The property features mountain and pool views, and is 1.8 km from Quinta da Regaleira. The property is equipped with a year-round outdoor pool with a pool bar and is located 1.3 km from Sintra National Palace.

The units at the farm stay feature private entrance and soundproofing so guests can enjoy a peaceful stay. The farm stay features certain units that include a terrace and sea view, and all units come with a private bathroom and a wardrobe. At the farm stay, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels.

A selection of options including champagne, pancakes and fruits is served for the gluten-free breakfast. A bar can be found on-site.

Guests can also relax in the garden.

Pena National Palace is 4.3 km from the farm stay, while Moors Castle is 1.5 km away. The nearest airport is Humberto Delgado Airport, 25 km from Cedros Nature House.

Rooms from $106

Penha Longa Resort

Rated 8.9 in 825 reviews

Penha Longa is an elegant palazzo-style estate situated among the rolling hills of the Sintra Cascais Nature Reserve… See more

Penha Longa is an elegant palazzo-style estate situated among the rolling hills of the Sintra Cascais Nature Reserve. The 5-star resort features a 27-hole championship golf course, a state-of-the-art 1,500m² spa centre, and three of nine dining experiences hold coveted Michelin stars.

All guest rooms feature private balconies, giving views across the landscaped gardens, swimming pools and golf courses. Beds are fitted with Egyptian cotton sheets, and all rooms are equipped with a Nespresso coffee machine, air conditioning, iPod docking station, a high-speed internet connection and a plasma-screen TV. Each room has a private bathroom, with Diptyque amenities

Penha Longa Resort has 9 restaurants, presenting a diverse range of cuisines and dining spaces. Perhaps the most famous of these is the recently-renovated Midori, Portugal's only michelin-starred Japanese restaurant. Also featured are Sergi Arola's LAB and Arola restaurants, The Eneko Lisboa restaurant, by chef Eneko Atxa, who currently holds 6 Michelin stars, brings fine dining options with local nuances, while the Basque restaurant recreates the typical Basque tavern cuisine. The Penha Longa Mercatto italian restaurant is also the site of the daily breakfast buffet, with scenic views over the Sintra mountains. And the AQUA poolside seasonal restaurant.

The resort's golf course was designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. and is in the top 30 in Continental Europe. The hotel has many recreation facilities, including indoor and outdoor pools, both tennis and squash courts, horse riding, fitness centre and a spa with treatments and an exclusive garden. A children’s playground, mini golf course and Kids' Club are also featured.

Penha Longa is in a prime location for hiking and cycling excursions. The resort is a 25-minute drive from the Lisbon International Airport.

Rooms from $231

Villa Bela Vista

Bed & Breakfast

Rated 9.6 in 828 reviews

Attractively located in Sintra, Villa Bela Vista features a continental breakfast and free WiFi. This recently renovated… See more

Attractively located in Sintra, Villa Bela Vista features a continental breakfast and free WiFi. This recently renovated bed and breakfast is located 800 metres from Quinta da Regaleira and 300 metres from Sintra National Palace. The bed and breakfast has family rooms as well as facilities for disabled guests.

The bed and breakfast will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. Some units have a balcony and/or a patio with mountain or garden views. At the bed and breakfast, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels.

Guests can relax near the outdoor fireplace at the bed and breakfast.

Pena National Palace is 1.9 km from the bed and breakfast, while Moors Castle is 1.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Humberto Delgado Airport, 28 km from Villa Bela Vista.

Rooms from $140

Sintra Boutique Hotel

Rated 9.1 in 1513 reviews

Located in centre of the historic UNESCO town of Sintra, this boutique hotel offers rooms and suites with views of the… See more

Located in centre of the historic UNESCO town of Sintra, this boutique hotel offers rooms and suites with views of the old town and Sintra-Cascais Natural Park. It has a landscaped garden where guests can relax at the courtyard bar.

The modern, spacious rooms contain flat-screen TVs and are all individually decorated. Each has a private bathroom which comes with free toiletries. Free Wi-Fi is also provided.

The Sintra Boutique Hotel offers an up scale restaurant serving contemporary Portuguese cuisine made from locally sourced ingredients. Breakfast can be prepared upon request.

The concierge can organise private guides for guests, including tours through palaces and museums and nature walks. The Sintra Natural Park 5 minutes away by car and the Praia Grande Beach is a 20-minute drive away.

Sintra Train Station is a 10-minute walk away. Lisbon International Airport is a 25-minute drive away.

Rooms from $179

Eighteen21 Houses - Quinta Velha

Rated 9.3 in 317 reviews

Conveniently set in Sintra, Eighteen21 Houses - Quinta Velha provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free… See more

Conveniently set in Sintra, Eighteen21 Houses - Quinta Velha provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking. Featuring luggage storage space, this property also has a restaurant and a sun terrace. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace.

At the guest house, some units have a private entrance, dining area, fireplace and oven. All units come with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a hair dryer, while selected rooms have a fully equipped kitchen fitted with a dishwasher. At the guest house, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels.

A selection of options including local specialities, fresh pastries and fruits is served for the continental breakfast. There is a coffee shop and lounge.

For guests with children, the guest house features outdoor play equipment. Guests can swim in the pool with a view, relax in the garden, or go hiking.

Popular points of interest near Eighteen21 Houses - Quinta Velha include Pena National Palace, Quinta da Regaleira and Moors Castle. The nearest airport is Humberto Delgado Airport, 27 km from the accommodation.

Rooms from $105

Rosegarden House - by Unlock Hotels

Rated 9.1 in 582 reviews

Rosegarden House - by Unlock Hotels features accommodation situated 700 metres from the centre of Sintra and offers an… See more

Rosegarden House - by Unlock Hotels features accommodation situated 700 metres from the centre of Sintra and offers an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.

A terrace with mountain view, a cable flat-screen TV and air conditioning are available in some units.

Continental and gluten-free breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available each morning at the guest house. There is a coffee shop, bar and lounge.

An indoor play area is also available for guests at Rosegarden House - by Unlock Hotels.

Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Quinta da Regaleira, Sintra National Palace and Moors Castle. The nearest airport is Humberto Delgado Airport, 25 km from Rosegarden House - by Unlock Hotels.

Rooms from $92

Quinta das Pedras

Rated 10.0 in 142 reviews

Located near Sintra, 11 km from Moors Castle, Quinta das Pedras offers two bedrooms, an outdoor heated swimming pool… See more

Located near Sintra, 11 km from Moors Castle, Quinta das Pedras offers two bedrooms, an outdoor heated swimming pool between the months of May to September, free private parking, a shared lounge and a garden, all in an exclusive environment. The property is around 11 km from Pena National Palace, 11 km from Sintra National Palace and 11 km from Quinta da Regaleira. The air-conditioned rooms provide a garden view and come with a wardrobe and free WiFi.

The units at the guest house come with a seating area. At Quinta das Pedras every room includes a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom.

Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast.

The wellness area at Quinta das Pedras is comprised of a hot tub (additional charge) and a sauna (additional charge).

Olga Cadaval Cultural Centre is 10 km from the guest house, while Sintra Natural History Museum is 11 km away. The nearest airport is Humberto Delgado Airport, 12 km from Quinta das Pedras.

Rooms from $201

Quinta Vale da Roca

Farm stay

Rated 9.5 in 283 reviews

Featuring free WiFi and an outdoor swimming pool, Quinta Vale da Roca offers accommodation in Azoia, 2 km from Cabo da… See more

Featuring free WiFi and an outdoor swimming pool, Quinta Vale da Roca offers accommodation in Azoia, 2 km from Cabo da Roca. With an architecture rich in wood and stone details, the unit is inserted in a rich forest area, which includes a vineyard.

Each of the 7 rooms is named after a different wine grape. The rooms are fitted with private bathroom and with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some feature a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Enjoy a cup of coffee while looking out at the sea or garden. Extras include free toiletries and a hair dryer.

You will find a shared lounge at the property. Free private parking is available on site. The property has panoramic views over areas like Guincho Beach, Cascais and the Atlantic Ocean. Espichel Cape can be viewed from a distance.

You can engage in various activities, such as cycling and hiking. The nearest airport is Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport, 30 km from Quinta Vale da Roca.

Rooms from $178

Lawrences Hotel

Rated 8.5 in 306 reviews

Lawrence's Hotel has country-style accommodation featuring a library and an elegant restaurant with French windows. Set… See more

Lawrence's Hotel has country-style accommodation featuring a library and an elegant restaurant with French windows. Set in a renovated countryside manor, it boasts rooms fitted with antique furniture.

All rooms feature an old-world décor which include decorative headboards and eiderdowns. Each one is air-conditioned and has satellite TV and plush armchairs in the lounge area. Each private bathroom has a bathtub.

Guests can enjoy international and regional dishes including seafood, homemade bread and cake in the on-site restaurant. The bar is open until late and serves speciality wines and aperitifs.

Lawrence's Hotel is less than 5 minutes’ drive from Sintra Railway Station. Palácio Nacional de Sintra is just 5 minutes' walk.

Rooms from $199

Ideally situated in Sintra, Casa Holstein Quinta de Sao Sebastiao Sintra is set in a historic building and features… See more

Ideally situated in Sintra, Casa Holstein Quinta de Sao Sebastiao Sintra is set in a historic building and features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking. With garden views, this accommodation provides a swimming pool. The guest house offers mountain views, a sun terrace and a 24-hour front desk.

At the guest house, every unit has a desk. There is a private bathroom with shower in every unit, along with bathrobes, slippers and a hair dryer. At the guest house, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels.

Continental and gluten-free breakfast options with fresh pastries, fruits and cheese are available each morning at the guest house. A bar can be found on-site.

Guests can also relax in the garden.

Sintra National Palace is 500 metres from Casa Holstein Quinta de Sao Sebastiao Sintra, while Quinta da Regaleira is 1.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Humberto Delgado Airport, 33 km from the accommodation.

Rooms from $134

Chalet Saudade

Rated 9.4 in 2094 reviews

Located in the centre of Sintra but away from the touristic venues, Chalet Saudade dates back to 19th century and offers… See more

Located in the centre of Sintra but away from the touristic venues, Chalet Saudade dates back to 19th century and offers scenic views of the surroundings. Free WiFi is available.

Chalet Saudade underwent a 5-year complete renovation and offers modern and comfortable accommodations, elegant living rooms with trompe l’œil frescoes and romantic gardens with antique water fountains and ponds. Rooms include tea making facilities.

Breakfast is served at Café Saudade, a coffee house located 50 metres away. Some rooms include a kitchenette.

With the Sintra Train Station and Bus Station 100 metres away, Chalet Saudade offers a privileged location for guests to explore the mystic places of Sintra. Pena National Palace is 5 km away and the Moors Castle is a 20-minute walk. Lisbon International Airport is 28 km away. Parking is available nearby, both free and at an extra fee, reservation is not possible.

Rooms from $86

Vila Gale Sintra

Rated 8.4 in 3078 reviews

Located in Várzea de Sintra, just a few minutes’ drive from Sintra’s town centre, the 5-star Vila Galé Sintra features… See more

Located in Várzea de Sintra, just a few minutes’ drive from Sintra’s town centre, the 5-star Vila Galé Sintra features an innovative health concept, designed for families and those into a strong wellness experience.

Rooms and suites at Vila Galé Sintra are carefully decorated and provide maximum comfort. Each accommodation is equipped with air conditioning, minibar, safety deposit box, flat-screen cable TV and free WiFi. The bathroom features a walk-in shower, hairdryer and free toiletries.

Both restaurants of the Vila Galé Sintra offer either an à la carte light gourmet or low-calorie buffet options together with far-reaching views of the Várzea de Sintra and the Pena Palace. In addition, healthcare services are available providing options for a healthy and balanced diet.

In addition, the Spa Satsanga includes a panoramic heated indoor pool, a sauna, a hot tub, a Turkish bath, a gym, a fitness area and a variety of therapies and rituals.

Other facilities include a beauty salon, laundry services, parking garage, adult and children outdoor swimming pools, a library, a children’s carrousel, NEP Kids Club with trampoline, 24-hour reception, 6 meeting rooms and a spacious hall for events.

Vila Galé Sintra is 33 km from Humberto Delgado International Airport and conveniently within a 25-minute drive from beaches like Praia das Maçãs, Adraga and Azenhas do Mar. Landmarks like Quinta da Regaleira, Pena Palace and Moors Castle are within 10 km.

Rooms from $160

Azenhas do Mar West Coast Design and Surf Villas

Apartments

Rated 9.3 in 670 reviews

Azenhas do Mar West Coast Design and Surf Villas is a sustainable apartment in Sintra, offering free WiFi, water sports… See more

Azenhas do Mar West Coast Design and Surf Villas is a sustainable apartment in Sintra, offering free WiFi, water sports facilities and terrace. Guests can take in the quiet street views and spend some time on the beach. This apartment offers air-conditioned accommodation with a patio. Featuring a private entrance, the apartment allows guests to maintain their privacy.

The apartment provides guests with a balcony, sea views, a seating area, cable flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a toaster, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. A fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, the units come with bed linen and towels.

Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Sintra, like windsurfing, cycling and fishing. Hiking can be enjoyed nearby.

Aguda Beach is 70 metres from Azenhas do Mar West Coast Design and Surf Villas, while Macas Beach is 2 km away. The nearest airport is Humberto Delgado Airport, 40 km from the accommodation.

Rooms from $134