We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Sintra, Portugal. We have also included accommodation in guest houses, villas, apartments, chalets, boutique hotels, monasteries, holiday homes, manor houses, historic buildings and romantic hotels. 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 Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated November 2023.
Guest House.Elegant. Great views. 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.Show full description
Sintra Marmòris Palace is a historic hotel with a beautiful pool. The traditional rooms have been restored to preserve their historical charm. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast and the hotel's serene atmosphere.
Guest House.Unique. 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.Show full description
Quinta das Pedras is a charming bed and breakfast that stands out with beautiful gardens and a heated outdoor pool. The owner, Ricardo, provides exceptional hospitality and attention to detail.
Guest House.Charming. Popular among women. 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.Show full description
Chalet Saudade is a vintage guest house in the heart of a charming town. It is housed in a historic building filled with antiques, creating a nostalgic atmosphere. The garden and roof terrace provide scenic views.
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Great bar. Valverde Sintra Palácio de Seteais 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 Valverde Sintra Palácio de Seteais 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. Valverde Sintra Palácio de Seteais also offers an ideal location for hiking, with the National Park and Moorish Palace both within walking distance. Valverde Sintra Palácio de Seteais 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.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most ELEGANT boutique hotels in Sintra.
Bed and Breakfast.Elegant. Great views. Popular among couples. Attractively located in Sintra, Villa Bela Vista features a continental breakfast and free WiFi. Boasting a housekeeping service, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. 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 offering 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 also relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. Popular points of interest near the bed and breakfast include Quinta da Regaleira, Sintra National Palace and Pena National Palace. The nearest airport is Humberto Delgado Airport, 28 km from Villa Bela Vista.Show full description
Guest House.Cosy. Great location. Boasting a garden, barbecue facilities and views of the Atlantic Ocean, Chez Nous is set on the coast of Sintra within 750 metres from Macas Beach and 1.2 km from Praia Grange. The property is about 4.9 km from Aguda Beach, 8 km from the Adraga Beach and 12.4 km from the Sintra National Palace. The property features a patio. The accommodation comes with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Activities such as hiking, cycling, fishing can be enjoyed in the surroundings. Guests can also enjoy the cafés and restaurants along the beach. Praia Grande and Azenhas do Mar also have salt water pools. Quinta da Regaleira is 13.5 km from the accommodation, while the Moorish Castle and the Palace of Pena can be found within 15.9 km.Show full description
Apartment.Creative. Superb interior design. Set right in the centre of Sintra, 600 metres from Sintra National Palace and 1.3 km from Quinta da Regaleira, Vila Município, "Urban Chic", Sintra offers air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi. The property has sea and mountain views, and is 5.4 km from Pena National Palace. The apartment features family rooms. The apartment provides guests with a terrace, inner courtyard views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Moors Castle is 1.9 km from the apartment, while Luz Football Stadium is 23 km from the property. The nearest airport is Humberto Delgado Airport, 26 km from Vila Município, "Urban Chic", Sintra.Show full description
This is the most creative, well designed and lively apartment in Sintra. WOW!
Guest House.Cool. Popular among women. Villa Estefânia is an elegant centenary house that was fully renovated, while still maintaining many of its original features. With views to the Moorish Castle, it has a communal gardened deck on the 1st floor and is an 8-minute walk from Sintra National Palace. All of the comfortable and well-equipped studios feature a seating area, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and Netflix. Each includes a kitchenette - which guests can use to prepare simple meals - including a Nespresso coffee machine and a dining area. All studios comprise a private bathroom with a shower, a heated towel rack, free toiletries and a hair dryer. Freshly baked bread, croissants and scones are delivered daily to each studio, at a time to be arranged during check-in. Other ingredients are stocked at each studio, for guests to prepare their daily breakfast. Guests are welcome to use the large communal kitchen and/or barbecue facilities in order to prepare meals. A happy hour with drinks and/or tapas will be held regularly at the property and guests may request a welcome drink which will be served by the hosts. Picnics, dinner service, snacks, guided tours and shuttles can be arranged, upon previous request and upon an extra fee. The property is 550 metres from the Sintra Train Station. The Pena National Palace is at a 2.3 km uphill distance and features a large garden area. The nearest airport is Humberto Delgado Airport, 28 km from Villa Estefânia.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Very cosy. Great value. Located next to the green areas of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, this property features an seasonal outdoor swimming pool. The Quinta do Pé Descalço Guesthouse Sintra is situated in Sintra, surrounded by fruit trees and a relaxing gardened area. There are Yoga classes available at Quintado do Pé Descalço. At Quinta do Pé Descalço Guesthouse Sintra, all rooms have a private bathroom. There's also the option of a studio with its own kitchenette. Every morning, a freshly prepared breakfast is served, made up of local breads and cheeses, freshly-squeezed juice with Portuguese oranges - from the property's garden - and homemade jams. Quinta do Pé Descalço Guesthouse Sintra has barbecue facilities, which guests are welcome to use. The property is located 11 km from Quinta da Regaleira, 11.3 km from Moors Castle and 6.2 km from Pena National Palace. Sintra Natural History Museum is 5.3 km from Quinta do Pé Descalço Guesthouse Sintra. Humberto Delgado Airport is 36 km away.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most cosy bed and breakfasts in Sintra. It also has great affordability!
Guest House.Lovely property. Nice surroundings. Popular among women. 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. 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.Show full description
Holiday Home.Unique. Great location. Boasting a patio with garden views, a garden and barbecue facilities, Villa over the Ocean in Magoito-Sintra can be found in Sintra, close to Magoito Beach and 1.2 km from Praia do Giribeto. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2.3 km from Aguda Beach. The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a terrace with sea views. A private entrance leads guests into the holiday home, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and fruits. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Sintra, like fishing and hiking. The holiday home has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Sintra National Palace is 14 km from Villa over the Ocean in Magoito-Sintra, while Quinta da Regaleira is 15 km from the property. The nearest airport is Humberto Delgado, 38 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Great bar. Popular among couples.Opened April 2022. Set in Sintra, 500 metres from Quinta da Regaleira, Quinta dos Lobos Boutique Hotel - Nature Experience offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Offering a bar, the property is located within 10 km of Pena National Palace. The property is 1.2 km from Sintra National Palace, and within 1.2 km of the city centre. At the hotel, all rooms are equipped with a patio with a garden view. The units at Quinta dos Lobos Boutique Hotel - Nature Experience come with a private bathroom and bed linen. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Sintra, like hiking. Moors Castle is 11 km from Quinta dos Lobos Boutique Hotel - Nature Experience, while Luz Football Stadium is 25 km away. The nearest airport is Humberto Delgado, 28 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
I think this place could be the most BEAUTIFUL AND CHARMING boutique hotel in Sintra. It also has an amazing hotel bar and beautiful surroundings! It is very popular among couples travelling to Sintra.
Boutique hotel.Cool. Great interior design. Situated in Sintra, within 2 km of Quinta da Regaleira and 1.4 km of Sintra National Palace, Storytellers Villas features accommodation with barbecue facilities. Around 1 km from Moors Castle, the property is also 1.7 km away from Pena National Palace and offers free WiFi. The property is 2 km from Olga Cadaval Cultural Centre and 1.5 km from Sintra Natural History Museum. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a coffee machine. The rooms are fitted with a private bathroom. At Storytellers Villas rooms include a desk and a flat-screen TV. A continental breakfast is available each morning at the property. The accommodation offers a terrace. Guests at Storytellers Villas will be able to enjoy activities in and around Sintra, like cycling and fishing. Chalet and Garden of the Countess of Edla is 6 km from the hotel, while Monserrate Palace is 7 km away.Show full description
Apartment.Relaxing atmosphere. Lovely surroundings. Popular among couples. Eugaria Country House by Lost Lisbon is located in Sintra, 6 km from the centre. This 18th century country house was renovated and is inserted in the green areas of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park. The property features accommodation in elegantly decorated double rooms with plenty of natural light, far reaching mountain and ocean views and a private bathroom. Basic goods as well as some organic fruits and vegetables are offered at guest's arrival. Several local restaurants are available in the Sintra centre, as well as pastry shops, cafés and bars. The Moorish Castle is a 16-minute drive away, as is the famed Pena Palace. Quinta da Regaleira is an 8-minute drive away from the property, while the Sintra National Palace is at a 10-minute driving distance. Lisbon International Airport is 32 km from the Eugaria Country House by Lost Lisbon.Show full description
Guest House.Romantic. Great views. Featuring a panoramic view of Sintra Mountain, this 19th-century guesthouse offers spacious bedrooms with a private bathroom. Its garden has a barbecue. Each room at Santa Maria is decorated with soft colours and wooden floors. The beds have floral duvets and the bathroom has a tub and a hairdryer. Guests can watch a movie or read a book in the living room, which features a piano. Many beaches, including Praia Grande, are just 10 minutes’ drive from Santa Maria Casa Nostra. Lisbon International Airport is 40 minutes’ drive away, and a shuttle can be arranged on request.Show full description
Guest House.Beautiful. Lovely interior design. Set in the centre of Sintra, just 200 metres from Sintra National Palace and 700 metres from Quinta da Regaleira, Casa da Villa 1B offers accommodation with mountain views and free WiFi. The property features garden and city views, and is 1.7 km from Moors Castle. The property is non-smoking and is located 2 km from Pena National Palace. This guest house with sea views has parquet floors, 1 bedroom and 2 bathrooms with a bidet, bath and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are offered in the guest house. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. A minimarket is available at the guest house. Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Sintra, like cycling and hiking. Luz Football Stadium is 24 km from Casa da Villa 1B, while Jeronimos Monastery is 26 km from the property. The nearest airport is Humberto Delgado Airport, 27 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment.Charming. Situated 2 km from Macas Beach, 2.3 km from Magoito Beach and 13 km from Sintra National Palace, Um Lugar ao Sol Beach House Azenhas do Mar provides accommodation set in Sintra. This beachfront property offers access to a patio and free WiFi. The apartment is equipped with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. Quinta da Regaleira is 14 km from the apartment, while Pena National Palace is 16 km away. The property is non-smoking and is located 100 metres from Aguda Beach. The property has an outdoor dining area. The nearest airport is Humberto Delgado Airport, 40 km from Um Lugar ao Sol Beach House Azenhas do Mar.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Great value. Galo Preto - Amazing breakfast Sintra - View and Silence offers accommodation in Sintra, 5 km from Quinta da Regaleira and Sintra National Palace. The bed and breakfast is 8 km from Moors Castle. This bed and breakfast with mountain views features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bidet. A flat-screen TV is featured. A buffet breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Pena National Palace is 9 km from Galo Preto - Amazing breakfast Sintra - View and Silence. The nearest airport is Humberto Delgado Airport, 32 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Villa.Hip. In the centre of Sintra, located within a short distance of Sintra National Palace and Quinta da Regaleira, Sparrow Sintra Nest offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a toaster and coffee machine. Guests staying at this villa have access to a patio. The property is non-smoking and is set 5.5 km from Pena National Palace. The villa with a terrace and mountain views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchenette with a dishwasher and a microwave, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the villa. The property has an outdoor dining area. Moors Castle is 1.9 km from the villa, while Luz Football Stadium is 23 km away. The nearest airport is Humberto Delgado, 26 km from Sparrow Sintra Nest, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This might be one of the coolest villas in Sintra.
Bed and Breakfast.Lively. Great value. Close to Quinta da Regaleira, HappySintra GuestHouse by Casa do Preto is located in Sintra and has a garden. Free WiFi is featured. Guests wishing to travel lightly can make use of the free towels and linens. A continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The bed and breakfast offers a terrace. Cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Sintra National Palace is 3.4 km from HappySintra GuestHouse by Casa do Preto, while Moors Castle is 5 km away.Show full description
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