10 Top-Rated Hotels in Sintra Municipality, Lisbon District, Central Portugal

October 7, 2022 Frederic Celentano

Discover the best hotels in Sintra Municipality, Lisbon District, Central Portugal including Chalet Saudade - Vintage Guest House, Tivoli Palacio de Seteais, Sintra Boutique Hotel, Sintra 1012 Boutique Guest House, Hotel Sintra Jardim, Arribas Sintra Hotel, Hotel Nova Sintra, Pestana Sintra Golf, Quinta das Murtas, Vila Gale Sintra.
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1. Chalet Saudade - Vintage Guest House

Rua Doutor Alfredo da Costa N. 23, Sintra 2710-524 Portugal
Excellent
85%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 588 reviews

Chalet Saudade - Vintage Guest House

In 2001 we drove by a quaint, beautiful, old rose colored chalet in Sintra with a > sign hanging on a white door. Having searched for months for a home in Sintra, the locale of Luis' dream place to live, we thought - why not look at this charming "fixer upper"? It was nearly sundown when we entered the beautiful rooms with painted high ceilings and as the light flowed through the winter veranda overlooking the lush green gardens it was love at first sight. A dozen years later and having lived through rainy humid winters with old cracked windows and creaky floors, our home is completely restored and refurbished. It has taken four long years but the outcome is better than expected as we have stayed true to the style and essence of this peculiar type of architecture. The chalet style was imported at the end of the XIX century from the Alps and was used to build vacation homes throughout Portugal. Now our home and guesthouse is enjoying its second life and we hope to continue our mission that we have developed at our cafe - Cafe Saudade. This cafe is a few meters from the chalet and it is here where breakfast is served all day to our guests. Our mission is to provide, with the utmost quality, an authentic Portuguese experience to all of our visitors to Sintra. We hope this is what you experience when you stay with us. Cheers, and long life to the old-new Chalet Saudade!

Very nice auberge

Reviewed By NermineE_12

An old villa converted into a quaint hotel. Clean and attractive however, being an old house on the hill our room was in -2 floor with no elevator and we can hear the water flushing and running in the pipes. It is affiliated with a Saudades breakfast restaurant that is to die for… out of this world delicious breakfast and amazing service.

2. Tivoli Palacio de Seteais

Rua Barbosa du Bocage 8, Sintra 2710-517 Portugal
Excellent
73%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1434 reviews

Tivoli Palacio de Seteais

More than just a five-star Sintra hotel, a luxurious and romantic palace which takes us back to the days of the elegance and architecture of the XVIII century. On the mountainside of Sintra, a town classified as world heritage by UNESCO, and with spectacular views of the Moorish Castle and Pena Palace, enjoy the magnificent surroundings of lush gardens and spectacular scenery. The beautifully decorated rooms with furnishings of extraordinary wealth and the ballrooms with their rich tapestries and incredible frescos make this hotel something quite unique and every event or stay becomes an unforgettable experience. Spend idle hours wandering the mazes or enjoy them from a distance in the comfort of our Seteais Restaurant while you sample the traditional Portuguese cuisine of our master Chef. Rediscover this incredible Sintra castle hotel, now refurbished to surprise.

Wonderful but unfortunately…

Reviewed By OHMSS

My wife and I really loved our visit to Sintra. and Tivoli Palacio de Seteais hotel. I would firstly like to say that the hotel and our room was absolutely lovely and the staff are wonderful. The hotel decor is splendid throughout and the pool and garden areas were impeccable. A truly relaxing stay. Unfortunately we do have to highlight a few issues which we feel it’s important to mention. This will hopefully enable the management to improve the experience for future guests. Firstly the hotel did not acknowledge or cater for my wife’s dietary requirements as requested during our booking confirmation. My wife has a specific dietary requirement as she is Coeliac (strict gluten free diet) The hotel website stated that they were able to offer alternative options for gluten free. The hotel management actually did not respond or act on this request whatsoever. My wife basically could not eat most of the food on the restaurant menu. I had to repeatedly explain the situation with all the restaurant staff daily, breakfast lunch and dinner. The staff were really helpful but struggled to understand what Coeliac or gluten free even was! This hotel clearly states on its websites that it caters for gluten free guests needs. This transpired to be toast/bread at breakfast and salads plain meat and fish deconstructed only with our intervention. This becomes boring for both my wife and the waiters not forgetting the chef who I’m sure could have done more if only the hotel management had informed them of our dietary requirements in advance. Considering this hotel is classes itself as a high level and luxury brand catering for all needs, the management have failed both its customers and it’s hard working staff completely. I don’t like complaining but this hotel is not inexpensive and the restaurant offers a high quality fine dining experience with wonderful tasting menus which both my wife and I would have loved to have eaten. I would not contemplate selecting these menus when my wife was unable to have them. We both had to pull back on our dining experience which was a great disappointment indeed especially as we were celebrating our wedding anniversary during our vacation in Sintra. Again this was highlighted to the management in an email directly to the Tivoli hotels. They failed to respond or acknowledge my email with a reply. I would normally have discussed this situation with the hotel management during our stay. But on this occasion I did not wish to debate at the hotel and get into a discussion at checkout which would only add further pain to our somewhat spoilt anniversary vacation. As I say it’s not the fault of the hotel staff but a failure by the hotel management and owners. It’s a great shame and disappointment as the hotel itself is wonderful and the staff try hard to please the customers. My wife and I really hope the hotel improves its customer support and acts on emails requesting dietary requirements in future. Many dietary requirements not only have uncomfortable side effects but can be fatal. Most quality hotels and restaurants across the world have specifically trained staff for dietary restrictions. Please note: Coeliac “British” Celiac “medical” disease is an autoimmune disorder. Cross contamination with other Gluten food products causes dangerous effects and sometimes fatal symptoms. The bodies immune system attacks itself. It’s now being discovered that over 20% of the world’s population suffers from different variations the condition. Once again your hotel is wonderful and as we saw, many young couples and family’s enjoy it as a wedding venue. I think it would be worth providing dietary training for your fabulous staff going forward. Please forward this email to the hotel management.

3. Sintra Boutique Hotel

Rua Visconde de Monserrate 40 - 42, Sintra 2710-232 Portugal
Excellent
79%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 977 reviews

Sintra Boutique Hotel

We are the Boutique Hotel, in the boutique destination that is Sintra where the contemporary art pieces and bespoke decorated rooms will be waiting for you. SBH Group

Very informative and very good English speakers

Reviewed By 946calebk

This was our first time in Sintra and our experience would not be the same without the outstanding service the staff provided. Location is also great with a very modern clean room. Highly recommend for new travelers to Portugal

4. Sintra 1012 Boutique Guest House

Rua Gil Vicente 10-12, Sintra 2710-568 Portugal
Excellent
88%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 232 reviews

Sintra 1012 Boutique Guest House

Sintra 10&12 is a newly renovated Boutique Guest House located at the heart of Sintra’s downtown historic centre. It is made of some of the town's oldest buildings including the original Roman theatre and 17th century houses. We offer our guest lodging options from family villas, to classic suites, double rooms and boutique family rooms and villas, together with a full and warm breakfast.

Perfect place to stay in Sintra

Reviewed By 323pp

We spent 2 nights at Sintra 1012 Boutique Guest House. It was perfect! Great location, beautiful clean room- we got the one with the terrace! Karen was wonderful!! I wish we did not stay in Lisbon first and stayed here longer and just day tripped into Lisbon. Sintra gets crazy crowded during the day. The best time to enjoy the town is early morning or late afternoon.

5. Hotel Sintra Jardim

Travessa dos Avelares 12 Sao Pedro de Sintra, Sintra 2710-506 Portugal
Excellent
52%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 420 reviews

Hotel Sintra Jardim

See why so many travelers make Hotel Sintra Jardim their hotel of choice when visiting Sintra. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a romantic setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. Close to some of Sintra's most popular landmarks, such as Sintra Railway Station (0.4 mi) and Câmara Municipal de Sintra (0.4 mi), Hotel Sintra Jardim is a great destination for tourists. Free wifi is offered to guests, and rooms at Hotel Sintra Jardim offer a flat screen TV. Guests of Pensao Residencial Sintra Hotel are also welcome to enjoy a pool and free breakfast, located on site. For travelers arriving by car, free parking is available. If you like Mediterranean restaurants, Pensao Residencial Sintra Hotel is conveniently located near Nau Palatina, Incomum by Luis Santos, and Restaurante Metamorphosis. During your visit, be sure to check out popular attractions like Quinta da Regaleira (0.8 mi), Park and National Palace of Pena (0.5 mi), and Castelo dos Mouros (0.5 mi), which are all within walking distance of the hotel. At Hotel Sintra Jardim, your comfort and satisfaction come first, and they look forward to welcoming you to Sintra.

Great Hotel even though I couldn't stay there!

Reviewed By moshelevin

We booked flights for a 3-week trip to Portugal, our very first to that country. Portuguese friends in San Francisco highly recommended Sintra Jardim where they stay on all their trips to Lisbon. They even gave us their favorite room number, one overlooking the gardens and we decided to book it as our base, doing day trips from Sintra. Susanna and Maria were woderful and even took the time to give us advice about our entire itinerary. But last week my doctor insisted that we cancel b/c of my compromised immune system so regrettably we did. The hotel was great about it and we got a full refund with the hope of coming in the future which we intend to do! Our only warning is DO NOT BOOK THROUGH BOOKING.COM, not this or any hotel, because if you have to change or cancel they are impossible to reach! Book through the hotel directly. Better deals, personally service, and it means working directly with the people who can make things happen. Booking.com intentionally makes it difficult if not impossible to call or reach anyone, not even by email!!! Enjoy Hotel Sintra Jardim! And enjoy Portugal!

6. Arribas Sintra Hotel

Avenida Alfredo Coelho, Nr.28 Praia Grande, Colares 2705-329 Portugal
Excellent
43%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 647 reviews

Arribas Sintra Hotel

Arribas Sintra Hotel is located on the magnificent coast of Sintra, perfectly situated on top of Praia Grande, making it not only part of Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, but the westernmost hotel of Europe. Renovated in 2017, this is a contemporary hotel featuring one of Europe’s largest swimming pools, and 59 fabulous guestrooms and suites, all with a private balcony with a breathtaking view of the Atlantic Ocean and the stunning beach. You can also enjoy this panoramic view over the course of a lovely meal at the Arribas Terrace Restaurant. If you would prefer a lighter meal or simply to have a drink, then the Arribas Caffé is the perfect spot, which also offers direct access to the beach. If you are coming in business, you can still enjoy your stay as our Hotel includes five spacious meeting and event rooms capable of hosting up to 180 people. All with natural daylight and equipped with cable internet / Wi-Fi, Perfectly located: • 12km historical center • 30km Lisbon airport

Wow factor!

Reviewed By eener

This hotel has the wow factor! The view and sound of the surf was amazing. We stayed on the 3rd floor. It looks like all of the rooms have views. Very clean room, great breakfast and comfy bed. Beach towels available from reception. Pool very clean and not too cold! Highly recommend! We had a great stay.

7. Hotel Nova Sintra

Largo Afonso de Albuquerque No 25, Sintra 2710-519 Portugal
Excellent
72%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 466 reviews

Hotel Nova Sintra

Hotel Nova Sintra has a large sun terrace overlooking the Sintra Mountain Range and a romantic patio shaded by large trees. It features simply decorated rooms and free Wi-Fi.With mountain views, recently renovated rooms at Hotel Nova Sintra come equipped with a satellite TV. They are all uniquely furnished with decorative headboards and antique furniture.Guests can enjoy a breakfast on the patio or the sun terrace. Indoors, there is a small living room that functions as a restaurant and lobby area, serving traditional Portuguese dishes.The villa is situated 1 km from the historical centre and 5 km from the Pena Palace. With the hotel’s car rental service, guests can easily visit Lisbon, a 30-minute drive away.

Great place to stay

Reviewed By GSea

Rui at the Nova Sintra will pretty much make sure you have the best time here. His service is incredible, a really lovely man. The hotel is in a lovely place and the terrace has one of the best views of the Moorish Castle up on the hill, breakfast on there in the dappled sunshine is just delightful. The breakfast buffet is good too. We went with Rui's tips on where to eat at night and they were great, he even called to book tables for us (I told you he was great!) Cascais beach is a short Uber ride away and so the warmest day we went out there to walk and swim. The walk up to Sintra castle is amazing with what feels like a botanical garden collection on the way up. The little shops and cafes in the old town are lovely too. If we come back to Sintra we wouldn't think about staying anywhere else.

8. Pestana Sintra Golf

Rua do Mato da Mina, 19 Quinta da Beloura, Sintra 2710-692 Portugal
Excellent
35%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
6%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 1339 reviews

Pestana Sintra Golf

The Pestana Sintra is a 4-star hotel located in Quinta da Beloura in Sintra, a luxurious area with an 18-hole golf course. It is only 10 minutes by car from the small town of Sintra – a UNESCO world heritage site and 8 minutes by car from the Estoril Autodrome. The hotel offers a Spa with sauna, Jacuzzi, gym, indoor swimming pool and Turkish bath. In summer, you can take a dive in one of 2 outdoor swimming pools surrounded by lush gardens. Try the restaurant delicious fare and enjoy refreshing cocktails from the bar. The rooms feature contemporary design including flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi.

A pleasant stay

Reviewed By KhushMalde

Rooms were very clean and beds fairly comfortable. Staff are polite and attentive. Outdoor pool is quite small but the indoor pool is of a good size. Breakfast wasn’t bad but was not fantastic. Overall we had a good stay and would recommend it.

9. Quinta das Murtas

Rua Eduardo Vanzeller 4 Vila Velha Old Town, Sintra 2710-593 Portugal
Excellent
33%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
7%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 402 reviews

Quinta das Murtas

Expectations defrauded

Reviewed By JJ_guimas

Unfortunately, our expectations were completely dashed!!! We asked and paid for a double room, exquisite as you would expect from the photos, and it turned out that we were presented with an annex outside the main house that had nothing to do with the rest of the decor and style of the place it promotes. Worse yet, was the disappointment with the breakfast. It is nothing like what they say at booking or promote on their site, nothing like in the pictures. As we were on the last shift, at 10am, there was practically nothing left to eat, the tables were mostly pre-occupied and therefore dirty to clean, and the staff in the kitchen bantering instead of replacing the things that should be in this "excellent breakfast". It was a big disappointment, unfortunately and certainly, we will not be back.

10. Vila Gale Sintra

Rua Fonte da Granja 30, Sintra 2710-652 Portugal
Excellent
40%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
7%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 245 reviews

Vila Gale Sintra

Not for couples. Not 5 star.

Reviewed By Sineadf14

This hotel has heaps of potential and lovely rooms. The views are gorgeous. The indoor pool needs to be reserved but when we went down at our allotted time it was crowded (mainly children) in the pool and surrounding area. Towels are a complicated experience with towel cards. The breakfast buffet is varied but coffee is not good. The only option for dinner is a buffet for €30 in the huge breakfast hall/canteen. It is really REALLY noisy and rather a stressful experience. Your only dining alternative is bar snacks or to drive into Sintra (about 15 minutes). Nothing about it is 5 star. Definitely needs to be rated lower. Would not recommend for couples - seems great for families.

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