The two-and-a-half-pearl Natura Glamping offers a comfortable and memorable experience in a spectacular setting. It's located on a quiet mountaintop, with majestic views of Portugal’s highest mountain range. Guests stay in one of six geodesic domes, or "domos," but as the property's name suggests, they're far from roughing it. The two-bedroom domos have heating and air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, coffeemakers, private bathrooms with hydro-massage showers, and free Wi-Fi. There's a shop in the main building with local crafts and goods, and a dining hall where a free breakfast buffet is served, plus lunch and dinner for a fee. The biggest drawback is the lengthy drive to the nearest restaurants in Fundão. Travelers looking for luxurious accommodations in a gorgeous natural setting can consider H2otel.
The two-and-a-half-pearl Natura Glamping offers a comfortable and memorable experience in a spectacular setting. It's located on a quiet mountaintop, with majestic views of Portugal’s highest mountain range. Guests stay in one of six geodesic domes, or "domos," but as the property's name suggests, they're far from roughing it. The two-bedroom domos have heating and air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, coffeemakers, private bathrooms with hydro-massage showers, and free Wi-Fi. There's a shop in the main building with local crafts and goods, and a dining hall where a free breakfast buffet is served, plus lunch and dinner for a fee. The biggest drawback is the lengthy drive to the nearest restaurants in Fundão. Travelers looking for luxurious accommodations in a gorgeous natural setting can consider H2otel.
Pedras da Rainha is a mid-range apartment and villa complex located in east Algarve's small resort of Cabanas. While it's certainly not somewhere to visit for nightlife, the village has a pleasant, laid-back feel with plenty of dining options and a lovely long sandy beach that's a short boat ride away. The 100-odd units are mostly cheerful and bright, though some could use a makeover, and come with cooking amenities and outdoor space. A good-size pool, two eateries, and a range of sports facilities add up to a good option for a range of guests. Compare prices with the nearby Cabanas Park Resort, which adds spa facilities and river views.
Pedras da Rainha is a mid-range apartment and villa complex located in east Algarve's small resort of Cabanas. While it's certainly not somewhere to visit for nightlife, the village has a pleasant, laid-back feel with plenty of dining options and a lovely long sandy beach that's a short boat ride away. The 100-odd units are mostly cheerful and bright, though some could use a makeover, and come with cooking amenities and outdoor space. A good-size pool, two eateries, and a range of sports facilities add up to a good option for a range of guests. Compare prices with the nearby Cabanas Park Resort, which adds spa facilities and river views.
The 120-room MH Peniche is a stylish, upscale property located at the entrance to Peniche and a quick five-minute walk to the beach. The modern rooms have a nautical theme and trendy decor, as well as espresso machines, minibars, hairdryers, and furnished balconies with lovely vistas. A large pool area has a separate kiddy pool and plenty of loungers, plus there are an indoor pool, elegant spa, small but up-to-date gym, and outdoor playground. The on-site restaurant is good and serves free buffet breakfasts. More dining options can be found in town, though be warned that the long walks require passing a fish factory (better, perhaps, to take a cab). Travelers looking for a city property with more local flair should consider Hotel Real D'Obidos, though it's far from a beach.
The 120-room MH Peniche is a stylish, upscale property located at the entrance to Peniche and a quick five-minute walk to the beach. The modern rooms have a nautical theme and trendy decor, as well as espresso machines, minibars, hairdryers, and furnished balconies with lovely vistas. A large pool area has a separate kiddy pool and plenty of loungers, plus there are an indoor pool, elegant spa, small but up-to-date gym, and outdoor playground. The on-site restaurant is good and serves free buffet breakfasts. More dining options can be found in town, though be warned that the long walks require passing a fish factory (better, perhaps, to take a cab). Travelers looking for a city property with more local flair should consider Hotel Real D'Obidos, though it's far from a beach.
The Holiday Inn Express Lisbon Airport is an affordable three-pearl property, a five-minute drive to Lisbon's Portela Airport. Popular with business travelers and those with tight flight connections, there's little to do for tourists in this industrial neighborhood -- and the city center is about a 30-minute drive (shuttle service is offered for a fee). Its 120 rooms are fairly average with chain decor and practical features. The hotel has a restaurant serving breakfast (included in rates) and dinner, as well as a lobby bar open 24/7. Guests also have access to an off-site gym for a fee. Note that noise can be an issue due to its proximity to the airport. As an alternative, TRYP Lisboa Aeroporto Hotel offers more features, like two pools and a spa, but rates are more expensive.
The Holiday Inn Express Lisbon Airport is an affordable three-pearl property, a five-minute drive to Lisbon's Portela Airport. Popular with business travelers and those with tight flight connections, there's little to do for tourists in this industrial neighborhood -- and the city center is about a 30-minute drive (shuttle service is offered for a fee). Its 120 rooms are fairly average with chain decor and practical features. The hotel has a restaurant serving breakfast (included in rates) and dinner, as well as a lobby bar open 24/7. Guests also have access to an off-site gym for a fee. Note that noise can be an issue due to its proximity to the airport. As an alternative, TRYP Lisboa Aeroporto Hotel offers more features, like two pools and a spa, but rates are more expensive.
The 90-room luxury H2otel in Unhais da Serra Portugal is a a stunning mountainside resort that offers majestic views, a restaurant focused on local foods, a massive spa complex, and a wide array of activities for nature enthusiasts. Made of glass, granite, and wood, the architecturally distinctive property, part of the H2otel chain, has a modern atmosphere that blends into its natural surroundings. Tastefully decorated rooms have flat-screen LCD TVs, aromatherapy toiletries, and beautiful views. The only real downside is the remote location, but then that's also part of the appeal.
The 90-room luxury H2otel in Unhais da Serra Portugal is a a stunning mountainside resort that offers majestic views, a restaurant focused on local foods, a massive spa complex, and a wide array of activities for nature enthusiasts. Made of glass, granite, and wood, the architecturally distinctive property, part of the H2otel chain, has a modern atmosphere that blends into its natural surroundings. Tastefully decorated rooms have flat-screen LCD TVs, aromatherapy toiletries, and beautiful views. The only real downside is the remote location, but then that's also part of the appeal.
The 19-room Hotel da Estrela is a stylish, quirky boutique in a quiet residential area a little out of the way of major attractions. The building was once a school, and the fun decor reflects that history (think: chalkboards, desks and shelves with school material). Rooms are spacious, bright and modern, with minibars, flat-screen TVs, and plush beds, plus upscale bathrooms with deep Japanese-style tubs and Castelbel toiletries. There’s a business center in the lounge, an honesty bar, and a pleasant garden, but the highlight here is the wonderful on-site cantina, in which patrons rate the food made by student cooks and pay what they feel is a fair price. But Wi-Fi is only free in the common areas (there’s free wired Internet in the rooms), and its location is not the most convenient for exploring the city on foot.
The 19-room Hotel da Estrela is a stylish, quirky boutique in a quiet residential area a little out of the way of major attractions. The building was once a school, and the fun decor reflects that history (think: chalkboards, desks and shelves with school material). Rooms are spacious, bright and modern, with minibars, flat-screen TVs, and plush beds, plus upscale bathrooms with deep Japanese-style tubs and Castelbel toiletries. There’s a business center in the lounge, an honesty bar, and a pleasant garden, but the highlight here is the wonderful on-site cantina, in which patrons rate the food made by student cooks and pay what they feel is a fair price. But Wi-Fi is only free in the common areas (there’s free wired Internet in the rooms), and its location is not the most convenient for exploring the city on foot.
The two-pearl Alfama Patio Hostel is one of Lisbon's older properties, but it offers travelers accommodations with trendy decor and a welcoming vibe. It's also conveniently located, and has a charming garden patio with a ping pong table and hammocks that makes it a standout, plus a small rooftop terrace with river views. The property's 16 funky mixed and female-only dorms are a bit small, but have personal lockers, laptop-sized safes, and bunks have privacy curtains and reading lamps. There are also a few private rooms, although not all have en-suite bathrooms. Features include free breakfast, a communal kitchen, daily group activities, and weekend barbecues. Travelers looking for more a contemporary stay can compare rates with the Living Lounge Hostel.
The two-pearl Alfama Patio Hostel is one of Lisbon's older properties, but it offers travelers accommodations with trendy decor and a welcoming vibe. It's also conveniently located, and has a charming garden patio with a ping pong table and hammocks that makes it a standout, plus a small rooftop terrace with river views. The property's 16 funky mixed and female-only dorms are a bit small, but have personal lockers, laptop-sized safes, and bunks have privacy curtains and reading lamps. There are also a few private rooms, although not all have en-suite bathrooms. Features include free breakfast, a communal kitchen, daily group activities, and weekend barbecues. Travelers looking for more a contemporary stay can compare rates with the Living Lounge Hostel.