Luxury hotels in Estoril Coast

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Estoril Coast. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Farol Hotel Cascais, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Located right beside Cascais Marina, this 5-star boutique hotel features a sundeck terrace over the Atlantic Ocean. The On the Rocks lounge bar overlooks the saltwater pool. Most rooms at the Farol Hotel come with a shower massage column. The rooms all feature bathrobes with slippers and also have free WiFi and minibars. At The Mix Restaurant, enjoy a fusion of international flavours crafted from seasonal ingredients, including the renowned fish from Cascais. Delight in the breathtaking views of the ever-changing Atlantic from our stunning dining terrace. For a unique experience, indulge in Sushi Moment, where traditional Japanese cuisine is reimagined with creative twists. The city centre of Cascais is a 10-minute walk away. Guests can also visit the Parque Natural de Sintra-Cascais, which is accessible by car in 20 minutes. Bicycles and cars can be rented at the reception. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 684 EUR.

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• 2 Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District Cascais, Portugal

  

  Hotel. With studios and galleries surrounding it, the 5-star hotel overlooks sea and the Cascais Marina, and is part of the renovated 16th century citadel complex. The centrally-located Pestana Cidadela Cascais features an indoor pool with marina views and an additional lawn-surrounded exterior swimming pool, which also has marina views. Occasionally the hotel organizes "Art Invasions" of the rooms, in which noted artists are given "carte blanche" to decorate rooms and public areas. All of the rooms at Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District have a seating area with a flat-screen satellite TV. Each of the rooms are soundproofed, and have a minibar. All have a private bathroom with slippers and bathrobes. The bright rooms feature modern décor and wooden floors. Free high-speed WiFi is provided. Guests can enjoy the free breakfast buffet at the Maris Stella restaurant, which offers views from the bay to the Santa Maria Lighthouse. The hotel has another restaurant, Taberna da Praça, more intimate, which serves a selection of Portuguese snacks. There is also a bar, and room service is provided. The lounge area is decorated with 608 swallows, which represent the number of days that the hotel's renovation took. The Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District features a 24 hour front desk with a concierge. Staff can provide further information about activities in the area, such as diving and cycling, among other sports, nautical or cultural activities. Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District is located in the centre of Cascais and is the first hotel in Europe to have its own Art District. Since March 2014 that the property is a sophisticated site of cultural creation. Lisbon International Airport is a 35-minute drive. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around 608 EUR.

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• 3 InterContinental Cascais-Estoril by IHG Estoril, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Set in front of the Atlantic Ocean, the luxurious 5-star Intercontinental Cascais-Estoril features an outdoor swimming pool, indoor pool and a fitness centre. The property includes a restaurant and is 1 km from Estoril Casino. The ample and modernly-equipped rooms at the Intercontinental Cascais-Estoril all feature air conditioning and a private bathroom, with either a bath or a shower. The elegant accommodation includes a flat-screen cable TV, minibar, safe and a coffee machine. Most feature panoramic views over the beach and the Atlantic Ocean. Guests of the Intercontinental Cascais-Estoril can have a taste of traditional Portuguese cooking at the hotel restaurant, including the famed Portuguese fish and seafood specialities. Various other restaurant options are available in the Estoril centre, at a 3-minute drive. At the Intercontinental Cascais-Estoril there is a Spa & Wellness centre, as well as a concierge service. Tamariz Beach is a 2-minute drive and here guests can enjoy swimming, sun lounging and a variety of water sports. Cascais is a 9-minute drive away. The Lisbon centre is a 29-minute drive away and features renowned areas such as Chiado, Bairro Alto, Rossio and Belém. Portela International Airport is 30 km away and the Intercontinental Cascais-Estoril is a 5-minute walk from Monte do Estoril Train Station. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 878 EUR.

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• 4 The Oitavos Cascais, Portugal

  

  Hotel. The luxurious 5-star Oitavos combines ultramodern design with an untouched natural location within the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park. It features pools, state-of-the art sports facilities, an Equestrian Centre, Helipad and the award-winning Oitavos golf course. All of the elegant lofts and suites are decorated with modern furnishings in white and blue colours. They all feature comfortable extra long beds, 2 flat-screen satellite TVs and a Nespresso coffee machine. The modern bathroom is complemented by a separate dresser. Some have a separate living area, while others have it included in an open plan space that stretches towards the scenic views of the private balcony, that each unit enjoys. Guests can enjoy a selection of contemporary cuisine at the hotel’s in house Ipsylon Lounge restaurant while gazing pool and garden views. Just a short 3-minute walk from the main building is the hotel's other restaurant, Verbasco. With a more relaxed atmosphere, this dining venue specialises in Portuguese dishes and tapas. The bar of The Oitavos serves a wide variety of drinks well into the night. The Oitavos’s full-service spa offers natural and organic treatment products and a holistic approach to wellness. There are 10 massage rooms, while the hot tub and dry and wet saunas further allow guests to have a relaxing body experience. There is a 24-hour fitness centre and regular activities, like yoga and pilates classes. The sports facilities include a Tennis court, Padel, Squash, Group fitness classes, fitness academy and a semi-olimpic indoor pool. The heated (from May to September) outdoor salt-water swimming pool is ideal for guests to relax with a cocktail or refreshing beverage from the bar. The Oitavos Hotel is located 5 km from central Cascais and a 30-minute drive from Sintra, which is famed for its stunning monuments and palaces. Lisbon is a 30-minute drive away as well, featuring iconic areas and sites like Chiado, Bairro Alto and Alfama. The popular Praia do Guincho beach is a mere 5 minutes away by car. A free shuttle service is available during high season between 10:00 and 18:00 upon request and availability. Bicycles are also available at the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 207 EUR.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in December 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!