Pousada de Cascais-Cidadela

Cascais, 31 km north from Lisbon (40 minutes’ drive) or 30 minutes by train is a traditional fishing port which has grown into a refined tourist resort while still retaining its charm and character. In Cascais you will find stately homes, restaurants, elegant shops museums, parks and excellent sandy beaches.

The pousada is located within the walls of the 16th century castle in the centre of Cascais.  The citadel dating from the 15th century, represented the main defence of the Lisbon Coast and the mouth of the River Tagus from the French, English and Arab pirates. In the 19th century it was the summer residence of the Portuguese Royal Family.

Accommodation

• 126 air-conditioned rooms including classic rooms, superior rooms, junior suites and suites
• All rooms have a bathroom (bath and shower), hairdryer, complimentary WiFi, cable/satellite TV, telephone, minibar and mini safe
• Classic rooms, located on three floors, overlook the interior of the Fortress and its gardens
• Superior rooms, located on the ground and second floors, overlook the fortress. Some superior rooms have a balcony overlooking the courtyard or the fortress. Some Superior rooms, on the second floor, have a balcony with sea and marina view
• Junior suites,located on the ground floor in the most historic area of the fortress, overlook the marina through one of several porthole windows of the fortress
• The Suite Marina, located on the second floor, offers two large balconies overlooking the marina of Cascais and the Atlantic Ocean. It has a separte living room, two bathrooms overlooking the sea, double bed and an espresso machine
• Some classic rooms interconnect

Amenities/Leisure

• Buffet breakfast
• Two restaurants: 'Maris Stella' restaurant has a panoramic view of Cascais marina and offers all-day dining. The 'Taberna da Praca' offers Portuguese and regional specialities
• Bar
• Complimentary WiFi
• Outdoor swimming pool (15 x 5m) Open April - October
• Spa with indoor swimming pool (10 x 5m) and treatment rooms (payable locally)
• Gym
• Lift
• Nearby activities include: golf, shopping, Estoril casino (35 minute walk), windsurfing, tennis, water skiing, sailing, parasailing and easy access to Sintra, with the summer residences of European Royalty,  and, of course, Lisbon
• 1km to the train station

Tourist Tax: There is a tourist tax for all visitors staying in Lisbon, Cascais and Estoril. The tax will apply to all hotels and pousadas and must be paid directly to the hotel at the end of your stay.
Children under 13 years old are exempt. The amount payable is 1 Euro per person per night with a maximum payment of 7 consecutive nights.

Classic Room

Classic room with air-conditioning, bathroom (bath, shower and hairdryer) telephone,satellite TV complimentary WiFi,Safe and minibar.

Superior room with Balcony and Sea View (Cidadela)

Superior Room (Cidadela) with air-conditioning, bathroom (bath, shower and hairdryer) telephone,satellite TV complimentary WiFi,Safe, minibar with balcony and sea view.

Superior Room

Superior room with air-conditioning, bathroom (bath and hairdryer) telephone,satellite TV complimentary WiFi,Safe, minibar. Can accommodate an extra bed.

Suite with Sea View (Cidadela)

Suite (Cidadela) with air-conditioning, bathroom (bath, shower and hairdryer) telephone,satellite TV complimentary WiFi,Safe, minibar and balcony with sea view. Can accommodate an extra bed.

Superior Room with Balcony

Superior room with air-conditioning, bathroom (bath, shower and hairdryer) telephone,satellite TV complimentary WiFi,Safe, minibar with balcony. Can accommodate an extra bed.

Junior Suite (Cidadela)

Junior Suite with air-conditioning, bathroom (bath and hairdryer) telephone,satellite TV complimentary WiFi,Safe, minibar and balcony with sea view. Can accommodate an extra bed.