Top 10 Resorts in Central Portugal, Portugal

June 12, 2023 Jacquiline Darosa

Discover the best Resorts in Central Portugal including Hotel Cascais Miragem Health & Spa, Praia D'el Rey Marriott Golf & Beach Resort, Pestana Cidadela Cascais, Hotel Baia, Dom Pedro Lisboa, Penha Longa Resort, Vila Gale Cascais, Pestana Cascais Ocean & Conference Aparthotel, Hotel Mar Bravo, Dolce by Wyndham CampoReal Lisboa.
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1. Hotel Cascais Miragem Health & Spa

Av. Marginal, 8554, Cascais 2754-536 Portugal
Excellent
79%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1638 reviews

Hotel Cascais Miragem Health & Spa

There’s no better place for experiencing the beauty of the Lisbon coast than Hotel Cascais Miragem Health & Spa. Allow yourself to be inspired by the magnificent scenery and be prepared to feel really special at a truly unique destination where your smile is our priority. Ideally located in front of the Atlantic Ocean overlooking Estoril and Cascais Bay, Hotel Cascais Miragem Health & Spa is just 30 minutes from Lisbon's international airport and 15 minutes from the charming village of Sintra. Its location also allows easy access on foot to the center of Cascais, Estoril, the sea, the mountains and the city. The rooms and suites are designed to provide an experience of comfort, elegance and tranquility for business or pleasure, with most rooms and suites having spacious terraces that provide an authentic feeling of fullness. Designed to relax and provide all the comforts of home combined with the tranquility of a relaxing getaway by the sea.​ Come to Hotel Cascais Miragem and discover one of the best hotels in Estoril and Cascais.

Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean

Reviewed By TeeJay272015

I stayed for 2 nights for a conference at this hotel and it really has a 5 star experience and the view of the calm ocean is magnificent. The view from the elevators while moving is beautiful. The staff at the reception and the hotel door are very polite. The room was very spacious, clean and fresh. Food was of very good quality. Tea & coffee is complimentary but finding the kettle from under the cupboard and plugging it under the table is a little inconvenient.

2. Praia D'el Rey Marriott Golf & Beach Resort

Avenida Dona Inês de Castro, 1 Vale de Janelas, Amoreira, Obidos 2510-451 Portugal
Excellent
56%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1634 reviews

Praia D'el Rey Marriott Golf & Beach Resort

After undergoing a property-wide renovation, the hotel introduces new and renewed spaces that enhance every aspect of the chic coastal charmer. All 177 guestrooms and suites have private terraces or balconies offering unique views of either the Atlantic Ocean or the beautiful 18 holes championship golf course and gardens. Tempera is an all-day restaurant offering daily thematic buffets. Emprata presents a contemporary and creative approach to portuguese cuisine in a sophisticated environment with personalized service. Light meals can be enjoyed together with beautiful views at Contato Lobby Bar. Cuisine is taken very seriously and our Chefs take great pride and pleasure in their creations. A state of the art fitness center is available for your workout, including an indoor heated pool, outdoor pool, Jacuzzi and Turkish bath. Also available is the Kalyan SPA, where you can choose a relaxing or invigorating massage or several beauty treatments. Kids will love the Kids Club with indoor and outdoor activities that will make this an unforgettable experience.

Great stay for Golf

Reviewed By Peter_afc

Stayed here for a week in May for Golf. Room was excellent, shower and bath with two shower heads (rain and hand held). Room was cleaned everyday brilliantly and towels changed daily also. Location of room was good, not too close to reception so away from noise and had a ground floor which was requested pre travel via Elizabete who was really helpful. Stand out for us were all the staff at guest Services who helped with our luggage, ordering the shuttles and nothing was too much trouble. Shuttle drivers also helpful and polite. We could not get an early check in or late check out which made things a little difficult due to golf games on both those days but we were able to use the Gym to shower and change so was manageable. Breakfast buffet was excellent with an omelette station as well as cereals and helpful staff bringing tea/coffee etc. Location is not really near anything but there are on site restaurant options and we mainly ate at the Prais Golf Club House (see separate review) which was convenient and good value we thought. Although the hotel was full it never felt busy and the Pool area was always nearly empty, so this is a main golf venue so customers were out playing rather than sun bathing. We are already looking at booking again for next May, as the two main golf courses were a massive challenge but so enjoyable with so much variety. However, not for the average golfer and I would suggest anything above a 16 handicap who isn't long off the tee will struggle here.

3. Pestana Cidadela Cascais

Avenida Dom Carlos I, Cascais 2750-310 Portugal
Excellent
59%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1981 reviews

Pestana Cidadela Cascais

Pestana Cidadela Cascais – Pousada & Art District is a 5-star hotel located in Cascais. It is part of the Pestana Collection Hotels and one of the first hotels in Europe to have an Art District on site. This historic hotel is surrounded by studios, galleries, and museums with views of the sea and the Cascais marina. It is located 3 minutes on foot from the beach and 5 minutes on foot from the town centre. It is very close to various beaches, including the surfers' paradise, Guincho beach, parks, museums, shopping centres and the Casino do Estoril. Take a dip at the indoor swimming pool with views of the marina or the outdoor swimming pool surrounded by the Fortaleza gardens. Discover Déjà Lu, our charity bookstore, our Spa and the state of the art gym. For your enjoyment, we offer two restaurants and a bar. From the rooms with incredible views of the marina to the rooms located in more historic areas of the fort, spark your curiosity and choose one of the many Author's rooms, where creativity and irreverence will make your stay one-of-a-kind...

A beautiful place!

Reviewed By terjeb121

Everything was nice; the hotel, the room, the breakfast, the staff, the pool area, the old citadel walls, the area and surroundings, the marina, location and closeness to Cascais centre and even the weather (!)

4. Hotel Baia

Passeio de Dom Luis I, Cascais 2754-509 Portugal
Excellent
34%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
4%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 1142 reviews

Hotel Baia

Less than 30 km from Lisbon on the Estoril Coast, Hotel Baia has a privileged sea-front location, facing the Cascais Bay and offering a fabulous view of the ocean. The recently renovated Hotel Baia has 113 fully equipped rooms. Most of the rooms have a private balcony overlooking the sea. The Hotel Baia also has Conference Rooms with wireless Internet access, Banquet rooms for up to 150 people, private underground car park and our reputed Baia Restaurant.

Lovely Caicais

Reviewed By DWKT66

Hotel Baia view is excellent. Rooms were comfortable with large closet space. Easy access to all restaurants, shopping and transportation. Nice walking/biking trail along the ocean. Rooftop bar is nice. Bridget makes great drinks!

5. Dom Pedro Lisboa

Avenida Engenheiro Duarte Pacheco 24, Lisbon 1070-110 Portugal
Excellent
51%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1987 reviews

Dom Pedro Lisboa

Dom Pedro Lisboa Business & Leisure Hotel Located in the city center, in front of the Amoreiras Shopping and near to Marquês de Pombal and the luxury boutiques of Avenida da Liberdade, Dom Pedro Lisboa hotel has an ideal location for those visiting the capital on business or leisure. With spacious rooms, elegant suites and a luxurious Penthouse Suite with a superb view over the city, the Tejo River and São Jorge Castle, you can also relax in our SPA Aquae with indoor swimming pool, treatment and fitness rooms. Walk around the city, visit museums and historical monuments, enjoy its attractions and cultural offer, Lisbon is perfect for a city break or family getaway. At the end of the day, delight yourself at the "Il Gattopardo", one of the best Italian restaurants in Lisbon, or enjoy the traditional Portuguese cuisine at the Bistrot "Le Café". This hotel also offers a full range of services for the organization of conferences, events or meetings.

Downtown Lisbon

Reviewed By 476isabelaa

A really friendly staff welcomes you to enjoy your stay in this hotel. We stayed on a twin room, with a great view of the city on the 13th floor. I appreciated the bathroom amenities- had it all, shower gel, soap, shampoo and conditioner, shower cap, body lotion- so the guest can relax soaking in the bathtub. The room also had hair dryer, clothes ironing, a small fridge, and a good closet space. It also counted with a safe. The breakfast had a amazing variety of fruits, fresh coffee and fruit juices. Considering all this and the location it’s a 10 out of a 10

6. Penha Longa Resort

Estrada da Lagoa Azul Sintra, Linho 2714-511 Portugal
Excellent
72%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1829 reviews

Penha Longa Resort

Penha Longa Resort is a fine retreat located in the Natural Park of Sintra-Cascais, just 20 minutes outside of the historic city of Lisbon, and a few minutes from the beaches of Cascais and the romantic Sintra, which results in the perfect location when exploring the area. The resort´s natural beauty, a plethora of outdoor activities, and the special programs available make the Resort one of Europe's most attractive for luxury family holidays; a place where quality time can be enjoyed together. Being the only resort in Portugal with three restaurants awarded with a Michelin Star, the property stands out by its highly innovative and emotional gastronomic journey, welcoming our guests to enjoy signature culinary experiences at one of our nine restaurants. Ranked within the top 100 Courses in Europe, the 27-hole Golf Course designed by the famed Robert Trent Jones, Jr. offers the ultimate escape and a soothing journey through one of Portugal's most inspiring landscapes. Aiming for a memorable wellness indulgence, guests will find in our SPA an oasis of tranquility and well-being where they can pamper themselves with a full range of signature treatments and a unique meditation labyrinth experience.

Incredible

Reviewed By chappers10000

This resort is Incredible. Ignore the negative reviews people always have a reason to moan. Ignore them book and come you won’t be disappointed it’s incredible.. there is so much to do and the staff are excellent and caring. We will def be back.

7. Vila Gale Cascais

Rua Frei Nicolau de Oliveira 80 Parque da Gandarinha, Cascais 2750-641 Portugal
Excellent
24%
Good
48%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
7%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 1406 reviews

Vila Gale Cascais

This hotel is located in Cascais over the sea and close to the Marina. The centre of Cascais is approximately 800 m away and offers several shops and entertainment venues. A link to the public transport network is only 100 m from the hotel and the nearest airport is 30 km away in Lisbon. Completely renovated in 2004, this hotel offers 7 floors with 233 rooms of which 75 standard rooms and 29 junior suites with ocean view. The Hotel offers a 24 hour reception desk, free Wi-Fi in public areas, currency exchange desk, wheelchair access, lifts and parking. In the public areas guests will find one restaurant with buffet or a la carte menu, two bars, a Health Club with Spa, outdoor pool for adults and children, gardens and a playground. Business guests can take advantage of 3 meeting rooms with Wi-Fi Internet connection and multimedia devices. 24 hour room service and laundry service are also available. The tastefully re-decorated rooms come equipped with air conditioning, electronic safety door look, direct telephone, safe, LCD TV with Cable and Pay TV, Wi-Fi Connection (for and additional cost), Minibar and 24 hour room service, private bathroom with telephone and hair dryer. The hotel's Health Club has free access for guests is equipped with sauna and a Spa where you can enjoy massages and beauty treatments for an additional fee. In the exterior will find a swimming pool with a children's paddling area, a pool bar as well as a sun terrace with sun loungers and parasols laid out ready for use in the hotel grounds. A game room with billiard/snooker table among the hotel leisure options and the nearest golf course can be found approximately 2 km away. Guests may select their breakfast and lunch from a wide buffet. Lunch and dinner may also be taken a la carte and lunch can alternatively be chosen from a set menu. Special diet requirements are also catered and special requested dishes can be prepared. Furthermore, it is possible to book a half-board stay.

Mixed experience

Reviewed By Margaret052

Don't book here if you are not a golfer. It's full of them, mainly in single-sex groups. They can be very greedy at breakfast, and quite pushy. On the plus side, they don't take up loungers by the pool all day! As 60/70's couple, we could list an awful lot of negative experiences (had so many now, we know what is important for us a clients), but that would be tedious. Paulo on the Reception was a gentleman, and extremely helpful. I can't say the same for the other reception staff, especially the little guy with glasses, who was quite rude when we arrived, after a sleepless night due to a very early start. Not his problem, of course, but he was adamant that we weren't getting in a room until 3pm, as per their T's and C's. He COULD have said that they would see how quickly a suitable room became available that morning. As we sat in reception and watched other arrivals getting the same treatment, we realised that he was probably numb with the situation and people's reaction. Needs a bit more interpersonal training. We arrived early due to plane changes (as per many people in May 22), so couldn't get in our junior suite room until 3pm. When we could, a couple of hours later, thanks to Paulo, we didn't like it, the bed was too small for us and the safe had been taken out. Paulo showed us a standard room, sea-side, with twin beds, so we changed to that, and received a refund against the room bill, which we used for drinks etc. The location is excellent, close to town and the Marina, where there are several restaurants. We liked Valerio best. There is no need to panic about pool loungers, because there are hardly any people there until after 4pm, when the golfers return. The golfer clientele surprised me. We had specifically NOT booked a hotel on a golf course, for exactly this reason. However, there ARE quite a lot of golf courses nearby, and it's relatively good value. The evening restaurant buffet is not that good, and if was really hard to get a drink. Everything menu-wise is on a QR code notice, but successfully downloading it is another matter. We wouldn't stay here again.

8. Pestana Cascais Ocean & Conference Aparthotel

Avenida Manuel Julio Carvalho e Costa 115 Alameda Guia, Cascais 2754-518 Portugal
Excellent
28%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
6%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 1092 reviews

Pestana Cascais Ocean & Conference Aparthotel

The Pestana Cascais is a 4-star hotel located in one of the most luxurious areas of Lisbon's coastal region, Vila de Cascais. It is very close to various beaches, including the surfer's paradise Guincho beach, parks, museums, shopping centres and the Casino do Estoril. It offers both an outdoor and indoor swimming pool with whirpool bath, sauna and Turkish bath, as well as a restaurant and a bar. During the summer, enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and gardens with views of the Atlantic ocean.

menu at the pool cafeteria is misleading

Reviewed By gonzaloaH4944IY

asked for a chicken sandwich at the pool cafeteria and what I got was a mayonnaise sandwich(with no trace of chicken), and the girl laughed at me saying that those are the chicken sandwichs in Portugal...!!!! No toiletry like hand cream, body cream And only a bottle of water for two nights...!!! Another incredible..you have to walk outside the hotel to pay,because there is poor wireless reception at the front desk.. Will never return

9. Hotel Mar Bravo

Praca Sousa Oliveira 71, Nazare 2450-159 Portugal
Excellent
37%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 515 reviews

Hotel Mar Bravo

Hotel Mar Bravo is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Nazare, offering a family-friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. Close to some of Nazare's most popular landmarks, such as Monte de São Bartolomeu (0.2 mi) and Ermida da Memória (0.4 mi), Hotel Mar Bravo is a great destination for tourists. Guest rooms offer a flat screen TV and air conditioning, and Hotel Mar Bravo makes getting online easy as free wifi is available. In addition, guests can enjoy free breakfast during their visit. As an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. Nazare has plenty of seafood restaurants. So when you’re here, be sure to check out popular spots like A Tasquinha, Taberna d'Adelia, and Aki del Mar, which are serving up some great dishes. During your visit, be sure to check out popular attractions like O Sitio (0.2 mi), Miradouro do Suberco (0.1 mi), and Forte de Sao Miguel (0.6 mi), which are all within walking distance of the hotel. Enjoy your stay in Nazare!

Disappointing

Reviewed By 263geerth

Very disappointing. Expensive Food was bland and tasteless. My sweet patatoe puree was dry and uninspired. The spinach was bitter. The cod tasted awful. The squid had no Taste at all, which in this fase one could call a reliëf. This restaurant used to je rather good, now it is just a tourist trap.

10. Dolce by Wyndham CampoReal Lisboa

Rua do Campo, Turcifal, Torres Vedras 2565-770 Portugal
Excellent
56%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2371 reviews

Dolce by Wyndham CampoReal Lisboa

There is a place where majesty meets serenity. Where rolling hills meet idyllic countryside. Where even the air seems cleaner, fresher and more breathable. Right there, in the center of this place, sits Dolce CampoReal Lisbon, a resort nestled in the Torres Vedras district in western Portugal. All of its tranquility is located just 30 minutes north of Lisbon and 20 minutes from the beaches of the west coast. Stay in one of the 151 rooms, play a round on the challenging 18-hole golf course, visit the equestrian centre or plan a meeting to take advantage of its conference rooms with the capacity for up to 650. Browse the wine routes of the Oeste region is another way of getting to know the best of the country's wine, as well as the landscapes of the region where it is cultivated and the cities and towns which are full of history and which are revealed along the wine routes. Enjoy the medieval town of Obido just 30 minutes drive from the hotel.

Lovely Food and Location

Reviewed By alexisknichols

My family's airline was diverted, and they put us in this hotel overnight. The dinner buffet was extremely delicious, having such a large variety of different foods. The breakfast buffet was also delicous, having everything from pancakes and eggs to cereals and sausage. The rooms all had beautiful views, and everything was very clean. The staff was also super nice and accomadating, especially for having an entire flight show up late at night. I which we had planned to stay here, although it was perfect after the longest day of traveling. I would love to come back for a planned vacation in wine country.

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