We have created a list with the best castle hotels near Figueira da Foz, Portugal. We have also included hotels in historic properties, palaces, monasteries, country estates, historic villas, old manor houses, resorts, old palaces and beautiful country residences. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated March 2024.
Historic property. Friendly staff. Popular among couples. This 5-star hotel is situated in a historic palace. Quinta das Lágrimas offers 3 room types: Palace Rooms once accommodated the Duke of Wellington and Garden Rooms overlook the botanical garden. The 2 restaurants at Hotel Quinta das Lágrimas serve seasonal dishes prepared with fresh local ingredients grown on the estate. Spa Rooms offer breathtaking views of the Quinta’s woods or the city of Coimbra. Dine al fresco whilst enjoying selected local wines from the cellar. Bamboo Garden Spa provides a range of luxury treatments and beauty therapies, and there is a library filled with thousands of ancient books. Quinta das Lágrimas has a golf driving range and a 9-hole course. Hotel Quinta das Lágrimas is 80 minutes’ drive from Porto Airport. Free on-site car parking is available.Show full description
This might be one of the most HISTORIC luxury hotels in Figueira da Foz.
Friendly staff. Housed in an 18th-century palace, this hotel blends a historical setting with picturesque views of the Lousã Mountains. Set in beautiful gardens, Octant Lousa features an outdoor pool. Guests can visit the medieval Arouce Castle, the wells of the Real Neveiro and the Chapel of our Lady, all situated in the surroundings of Octant Lousa. This World-Heritage-Listed hotel offers spacious rooms with individual décor. Each has a large en suite bathroom with a full-size bathtub and luxury amenities. Restaurant À TERRA serves local, Mediterranean-inspired cuisine and there is also a seasonal restaurant, Viscondessa, with tasting menus. There is a wide selection of wine to accompany the meals, and a bar for drinks.Show full description
Highly elegant. Gorgeous surroundings. Situated in the village of São Lourenço do Bairro, just a short drive from the city of Coimbra, this guest house is in a traditional Portuguese manor. Surrounded by vineyards and a pine forest, Quinta de São Lourenço radiates a welcoming atmosphere. Relax in the comfort of one of the guest rooms or apartments, each decorated with elegant antiques. After a day of sightseeing, you can sip a glass of local wine in the garden area or check your emails via free wireless internet. In the meantime, your children can have fun on the playground or play a game of table tennis.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most elegant and peaceful country houses in Figueira da Foz. It also has beautiful surroundings.
Luxurious. Stunning pool facilities. Dating back to the 18th century, Palacio de Sao Silvestre is a Baroque-style hotel refurbished to modern standards. Situated in Coimbra, 12 km from Portugal dos Pequenitos, Palacio São Silvestre-Boutique Hotel features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a fitness centre and a bar. Featuring a shared lounge, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, room service and luggage storage for guests. Guests can enjoy a padel tennis court onsite after a refreshing dip at the pool. A seasonal poolside bar is also available. At the hotel rooms come with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. Palacio São Silvestre-Boutique Hotel offers a continental or buffet breakfast. The accommodation offers 4-star accommodation with a sauna and children's playground. Guests can enjoy a garden with a view, or make use of one of the 4 meeting rooms available. Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Velha and S. Sebastião Aqueduct are 13 km from the property.Show full description
Historic. Nice SPA. Located halfway between Lisbon and Oporto, this beautifully restored palace is set in the scenery of Bairrada vineyards and private gardens. It features elegant interiors with numerous antiques and high ceilings. Curia Palace Hotel & Spa offers spacious Art Deco rooms with marble bathrooms. Special attention is given to the use of warm colours and natural fabrics. Free WiFi is available in the public areas of the hotel. The wellness area includes a large outdoor pool and complete spa facilities. Guests can enjoy typical Portuguese cuisine at the restaurant with a terrace facing the landscaped gardens. A glass of renowned Buçaco wine, produced on palace grounds, will complement the meal. The hotel is located 15 km from the Bussaco National Forest and 37 km from Conimbriga Roman ruins.Show full description
Beach front location. Amazing pool. Offering a year-round outdoor pool and views of the mountain, Casa Vale Florido is set in Alvorge in the Centro Region, 24 km from Coimbra. The guest house has a seasonal outdoor pool and barbecue, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Free private parking is available on site. All rooms are equipped with a TV with satellite channels. Certain units feature a seating area where you can relax. You will find a coffee machine in the room. There is a shared kitchen at the property. You can play tennis at this guest house, and the area is popular for cycling and hiking. The guest house also offers free use of bicycles. Fátima is 45 km from Casa Vale Florido, while Figueira da Foz is 38 km away.Show full description
Beach front location. Relaxing atmosphere. Tennis court. Offering a year-round outdoor swimming pool and garden, the charming Quinta d'Anta- Hotel Rural is located in Maiorca, at a 15-minute drive from Figueira da Foz and its beach. The Mondego River is at a 10-minute drive. Each room at this property is on the ground floor and comes with air conditioning, as well as a flat-screen cable TV. All rooms have a private bathroom equipped with a shower. Free WiFi is provided throughout. A continental breakfast buffet can be enjoyed daily at the property. The property's Naiice Restaurant serves up tasty Portuguese dishes, made with fresh local ingredients. The Saladicious Bar is available for snacks and beverages, which guests can enjoy poolside. Surfing, Padel and Yoga classes are available for booking, at an extra fee. Massages, a tennis court and bicycle tours are also available for booking, at an extra cost. Free private parking is available on site. Quinta d'Anta- Hotel Rural is 45 km from the historic city of Coimbra, famed for landmarks like the Joanina Library. Leiria is 67 km from the property. The Quinta d'Anta is 150 km from Porto International Airport and 198 km from Lisbon International Airport.Show full description
Great views. Popular among couples. Atlântida Sol features beachfront accommodation with views over the Atlantic. The hotel features 2 hot tubs and massage facilities together with an indoor and an outdoor pool. The spacious guestrooms include private bathrooms, air conditioning, satellite TV and a radio. Some have a bathtub and balcony. Guests can enjoy a menu of fresh, local specialities at the restaurant. Drinks and cocktails are provided at the roof-top bar of the Hotel Atlântida Sol. The hotel has an on-site tennis court and hiking trails around the property. Wi-Fi internet connection is free in the hotel’s public areas. Atlântida Sol is 30 km from Coimbra and 2 km from Figueira da Foz, which offers plenty of entertainment, including a casino. The hotel offers free private parking.Show full description
Lovely property. Superb breakfast. Popular among couples. This XIX's Palace shows you the charming atmosphere of a mediaeval English castle. You will be able to relax here, while enjoying its beautiful and amazing decoration. . Show full description
Luxurious. Comfortable beds. Located on a large estate in Monte Real, this hotel combines the elegance of an old palace and modern architecture and is part of the Monte Real Thermal Park, 300 metres away. It has a swimming pool and offers air-conditioned guestrooms with free WiFi. Rooms at the Monte Real - Hotel, Termas & Spa have contemporary décor, elegant furnishings and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. They come equipped with a minibar and a private bathroom with luxury amenities. Each morning the Palace Hotel serves a buffet breakfast with fresh fruit and pastries. The Paços da Rainha serves traditional Mediterranean and Portuguese cuisine. Guests can play a game of tennis on one of the flood-lit courts, or visits the 18-hole miniature golf course. Monte Real also has a playground for children. It is next to 3 km worth of trails for hiking and exercising, that guests are welcome to discover at their leisure. Located in the central part of Portugal, the Monte Real is a short drive from the coast and a 19-minute drive from the centre of Leiria. The Fátima Sanctuary is 30 km away and Nazaré is 35 km away. The hotel offers 24-hour front desk service and free on-site private parking.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most LUXURIOUS hotel in Figueira da Foz. It also has super comfortable beds and a great SPA.
Charming. Great location. Surrounded by forests, this hotel is situated in a historic manor only 650 metres from the centre of Luso. Leisure facilities include an outdoor pool with sun-lounger terrace and free Wi-Fi. Rooms at the Alegre - Bussaco Boutique Hotel feature antique furnishings and 19th-century décor. They are heated and come equipped with a TV and a private bathroom. Many rooms overlook Bussaco Mountain. The restaurant serves local dishes, international cuisine, and wine from the Bairrada region. Situated within the residence’s elegant former dining room it features high ceilings, framed art and wood detailing. Guests can relax in the lush garden, or visit the sun terrace which overlooks Luso. Bussaco National Park is just 100 metres from the hotel. Nearby leisure activities include hiking and cycling. Alegre - Bussaco Boutique Hotel is a 2-hour drive from Lisbon and is a 45-minute drive from Oporto International Airport. Free private parking is possible on site.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most COSY AND STYLISH boutique hotels in Figueira da Foz. It also has a great location!
Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and views of mountain, QUINTA DE SANT'ANA is a farm stay situated in a historic building in Redinha, 33 km from Coimbra Football Stadium. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. Guests can make use of the picnic area or the terrace, or enjoy views of the pool and garden. At the farm stay, units come with a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom with a bidet and a hair dryer, units at the farm stay also have free WiFi, while selected rooms will provide you with a balcony. At the farm stay, the units have bed linen and towels. You can play billiards and tennis at the farm stay. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Coimbra-A Train Station is 34 km from QUINTA DE SANT'ANA, while Santa Clara a Velha Monastery is 34 km away. The nearest airport is Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport, 154 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Located only a short walk from the beach, this unique 4-star resort features a seasonal water park and provides guests with a Spa. In the evening, guests can enjoy a delectable meal at the restaurant. Hotel Cristal is situated within close proximity to Fatima, Leiria and Marinha Grande where beautiful beaches, medieval monastries and castles can be found. . Show full description
Beach front location. Delightful property. Great location. Surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens and forest, this guest house dates back to the 19th-century and welcomes guests looking for cosy accommodation near Luso. Boasting stunning views of the Buçaco mountain range, Villa Duparchy is set on a large, private property. Start the day with breakfast in bed. After a swim in the outdoor pool you can soak up the sun on a lounger and watch your children have fun on the playground. With free parking available on site, you can easily explore the area after researching nearby attractions via wireless internet. Upon your return to the villa you can treat yourself to a drink at the bar or order in room service. . Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most BEAUTIFUL guest houses in Figueira da Foz.
Relaxing atmosphere. Superb interior design. Surrounded by cultivated land, trees and the Ceira River, Quintal De Alem Do Ribeiro is located in Ceira dos Vales, Lousã. With a rustic but modern character, the charming house displays artefacts dating back to the mid 18th century and the Napoleonic invasions. Comfortable, thematic rooms are full of traditional furniture and a fitting decor. Quintal de Além Ribeiro provides a real home away from home, and its outdoor pool is a spacious, calm place in which to enjoy the Portuguese sun and refreshing water. On site, guests are welcome to engage in off-road activities since the property houses a Motorcycle Trial School for children and adults, providing all the necessary equipment. Staff are ready to assist with any enquiries you may have and can make you a packed lunch to take with you to explore the beautiful mountains, rivers and forest. Cycling, horse riding and canoeing circuits are nearby.Show full description
One of the most well designed, relaxing and romantic guest houses in Figueira da Foz! WOW!
Close to beach front. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Set in a restored mill just 5 km from Leiria’s centre, Hotel Casa da Nora features a sun terrace with views of the Lis River. The lush gardens include an outdoor pool and tennis courts. With the hotel’s car-rental service and free parking, guests can drive up to the Monastery of Alcobaça (23 km) and Leiria’s Castle (5.5 km). With free Wi-Fi, all air-conditioned accommodations at Casa da Nora include a seating area with a work desk and a private bathroom. The rooms have a light décor and parquet floors. Da Nora’s restaurant serves traditional and international meals in a historic setting with stone walls and stained-glass windows. The bar serves a range of exotic cocktails. Guests can relax by the outdoor swimming pool or relax in the cosy lounge with its fireplace and African masks.Show full description
Casa da Nora in Cortes, Leiria is a charming and elegant hotel with a rich history. It is located by the Lis River, providing beautiful views and a peaceful atmosphere. The hotel is like a well-maintained home, with a lovely garden, swimming pool, and a square.
Bordering a picturesque lagoon and pine wood, this colonial-style resort enjoys a quiet location on Costa de Prata, just 2 km from the seafront. It offers a sandy beach and pool. Rooms at Hotel Quinta Da Lagoa feature a TV and well-stocked bathroom with a hairdryer and free bathroom amenities. Some offer a balcony with lagoon views. Recreation facilities at Quinta Da Lagoa include a tennis court, pleasure boats and a games room with a billiards table. A children’s playground is available for younger visitors and Wi-Fi is free in the public areas. Guests can rent bicycles from the hotel and ride to the seafront. Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is about one hours’ drive from the hotel. Free parking is also available.Show full description
Located less than 1 km from Mondego River, Coimbra Camping offers fully equipped bungalows with a porch, a swimming pool and spa facilities. There is a fitness centre available. Coimbra Bungalows are set within a natural landscape, though within a 4-km drive from Coimbra’s historic centre. All come with bed and bath linen, and the cleaning service is available twice a week. Guests can prepare their own meals or enjoy the restaurant on-site. There are also vending machines available with drinks. Guests who wish to keep in shape can use the modern fitness centre, while children play in the playground. The outdoor swimming pool is an inviting place to relax and sunbath when the weather is warmer. Coimbra Camping & Bungalows is less than 20 km from A1 motorway, providing access to Lisbon in a 2-hour drive and Oporto in around 90 minutes’ drive. The Coimbra’s botanical garden is 3.5 km away.Show full description
Just 2.5 km from the beaches of Vagueira and Areão, this campsite offers spacious accommodation and some include a kitchenette and a furnished terrace. It has a swimming pool, a tennis court and a playground for children. Parque de Campismo has a large sports field. Guests can also enjoy outdoor bowling or table tennis. Some bungalows and caravans include a private bathroom and a seating area with a TV. Each has wooden floors and is decorated in bold red or blue colours. Guests can enjoy meals at Orbitur Vagueira’s main restaurant. Light snacks and drinks are available at the snack bar, which also provides take-away. It also has a year-round convenience store. Free private parking is available at Parque de Campismo Orbitur Vagueira.Show full description
The Parque De Campismo Orbitur São Pedro De Moel features an outdoor swimming pool. The unit is located in São Pedro de Moel, 10 km from Marinha Grande and 20 km from Leiria. The heated bungalows all come with a private bathroom. They also include a kitchenette, TV and a seating area. Guests are welcome to cook their own meals in the kitchenette of each self-catering bungalow. Alternatively, the property also features an in house restaurant and a bar. The unit includes a children’s playground. A tennis court and table tennis equipment are both available, free of charge. Several natural hiking trails arenearby, as well as cycling paths. Nazaré is a 30-minute drive from the property and is renowned for its beaches and seafood restaurants. The famed Batalha Monastery is a 32-minute drive away from the property.Lisbon is a 95-minute drive while Portela International Airport is an 88-minute drive from the Parque De Campismo Orbitur.Show full description
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