- The hotel is the first in Europe with an in-built art district featuring 12 museums
- Is located in the heart of historic Cascais Marina, just three minutes from the beach
- Offers a relaxing spa, pools, state-of-the-art fitness centre, two restaurants and a bar
- Elegant rooms are perfect for couples, set in the 17th century fort with modern décor
The Pestana Cidadela Cascais is one of Portugal’s most unique hotels, set in a historic 17th century fort with an on-site art district. The 5-star hotel has 126 rooms including 18 suites and 17 author’s rooms, with hardwood floors, and stunning art work. Experience a blend of contemporary and historic design, with courtyard or sea views.
Pestana Cidadela is set above the beautiful Cascais Marina, located just outside of Lisbon. The hotel is integrated into the Musuem Neighbourhood which includes two parks that hold concerts and exhibitions, as well as 12 museums and galleries and a charity bookstore. You can take boat trips from Cascais Marina, visit nearby surfing spot Guincho Beach and head to Sintra or Estoril, which is home to Europe’s largest casino.
Take advantage of the pool and spa, as well as the dedicated art concierge who can help you make the most of your experience, offering advice on touring the exhibitions and galleries. When it comes to dining, there are two restaurants and a bar where you can feast on local and international cuisine. Hotel child prices apply to ages 3–12 years.
Facilities
Bars & Restaurants
Maris Stella Restaurant
The Maris Stella is a pool lounge with all-day dining and panoramic views of Cascais Marina. The restaurant offers an elegant, Atlantic-based menu featuring fresh fish and seafood.
Open: for breakfast all year round and lunch and dinner from June to mid-September
Taberna da Praça
Dine at the Taberna da Praca for brunch and traditional Portuguese cuisine, set in a relaxed environment. Enjoy a selection of local wines and cocktails.
Open: for lunch and dinner as well as brunch on the weekends from 12:00 – 16:00
Beach & Pools
Swimming pools
The indoor pool has views of the marina, while the outdoor pool is set in the pretty Fortaleza gardens, surrounded by a lawn area with lounge chairs.
Spa & Wellness
Spa
The hotel’s spa and wellness centre offers a variety of treatments, including the signature MagicSpa massage.
Fitness Centre
Pestana Cidadela Cascais' fitness centre provides a range of exercise machines and gym facilities.
Activities & Entertainment
Art District
Explore the hotel’s on-site art district, which has 12 museums, galleries and exhibitions.
Book Shop
Pestana Cidadela Cascais has a charity bookstore, Déjà Lu, where you can shop for books.
Activities
Ask hotel staff to arrange activities such as body boarding, parasailing, tennis, sailing, windsurfing and golf.
About the location
Found along Portugal’s Lisbon Coast, in the pretty whitewashed fishing village of Cascais, Pestana Cidadela Cascais is perfectly located for those wanting to enjoy the traditional charms of Portugal. The town is home to pretty pedestrianised lanes which house cafés, restaurants and little boutiques. Alternatively, visit one of the museums in Cascais and learn about the area’s fascinating history.
There are some fantastic attractions to explore in the town itself, as well as the local area. Hit the many spectacular golf courses, or spend your days relaxing on the beaches. Visit historic forts and ruins or make your way through some of the delicious local dishes, including fresh seafood washed down with local Portuguese wines. If you want to keep active there are water sports to enjoy on the beach, including sailing and windsurfing, while underwater you can try scuba diving or snorkelling.
Transfer time
Pestana Cidadela Cascais is a 40 minute drive from Lisbon Airport.
Classic Room
Max 2 adults
Classic Rooms are located on the first and second floors of the hotel and overlook the interior of the fortress and the gardens.
Superior Room
Max 3 adults
Superior Rooms are located on the ground and second floors overlooking emblematic points of the fortress and are decorated in soft beiges and whites.
Superior Balcony
Max 3 adults
Superior Balcony rooms overlook many of the hotels courtyards or the fortress and are located on the ground or second floor.
Superior Sea View
Max 3 adults
Superior Sea View rooms are located on the second floor with a balcony that overlooks the Cascais Marina and Atlantic Ocean.
Junior Suite
Max 4 adults
Junior Suites are located in the oldest part of the fortress on the ground floor. The suites are decorated in neutral tones with splashes of bold colour and overlook the marina through a porthole window.
Room discount
Save up to 20% discount on the hotel price for holidays between 01 - 30 April 2020.
Save up to 15% discount on the hotel price for holidays between 01 November - 30 December 2019 or 01 January - 31 March 2020.
The above offers must be booked by 30 November 2019.
Based on 1833 traveller reviews
88% of travellers recommended this hotel
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Reviews
“ Unique property
E9215NHteresaw, Chelmsford, United Kingdom
Nov 18 2019
The hotel is in a fort, so expect cobbled path to the pool and a quirky layout that means its not straight forward to get to your room. We had a room that was above reception and it was clean and...
The hotel is in a fort, so expect cobbled path to the pool and a quirky layout that means its not straight forward to get to your room. We had a room that was above reception and it was clean and comfortable. It is a truly lovely hotel, we found the staff professional and friendly. Breakfast was good quality and on one windy night also had dinner which was good. Hotel is set up hill from the main part of Cascais, but is within a short walk.
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“ Best breakfast ever
bandito912, New York City, New York
Nov 17 2019
The hotel room was clean, comfortable and pretty standard as far as the room goes. The hotel is full of interesting modern art as you walk through the lobby and corridors. The location along the...
The hotel room was clean, comfortable and pretty standard as far as the room goes. The hotel is full of interesting modern art as you walk through the lobby and corridors. The location along the waterfront is very convenient. Parking was for a fee, but was easy and convenient at the lot next door. But the thing that really stood out for me and my mom was the free breakfast - we???ve never had a better one. Amazing cheeses. Excellent pastries. They even had a fresh honeycomb dripping honey to top your breakfast or add a bit of flavor to your tea. Would definitely stay here again.
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“ Amazing experience
morganguabello, Lisbon, Portugal
Nov 11 2019
Amazing experience , I would recommend a massage at the spa ! The breakfast is also perfect. All the facilities of the hotel are super cool.
I would truely recommend this hotel and Pestana ! It's a...
Amazing experience , I would recommend a massage at the spa ! The breakfast is also perfect. All the facilities of the hotel are super cool.
I would truely recommend this hotel and Pestana ! It's a yes !!!!
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“ Perfect Break
R7310CXmatthewp, Honiton
Nov 05 2019
We stayed for a special break and I was extremely impressed with the staff when I contacted to arrange a surprize for my partner, they were very helpful. The staff in the hotel and helpful and...
We stayed for a special break and I was extremely impressed with the staff when I contacted to arrange a surprize for my partner, they were very helpful. The staff in the hotel and helpful and friendly but not over the top. The room was perfect, clean spacious and although the weather wasn't great the view was! We spent a very relaxed 4 days there and enjoyed the whole experience. Our only disappointment was that the terrace bar/restaurant wasn't open in the evening (its is earlier in the year) and the lobby bar was very dull and lifeless and no views!
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“ Fabulous hotel,amazing location!
Storm1962, Shepperton, United Kingdom
Nov 04 2019
We stayed here for our trip to Cascais, the hotel is inside the walls of a fort, which in itself is amazing!
It???s right by the sea and 2 mins walk to the town centre ,so perfect for everything.
Our...
We stayed here for our trip to Cascais, the hotel is inside the walls of a fort, which in itself is amazing!
It???s right by the sea and 2 mins walk to the town centre ,so perfect for everything.
Our rooms were of a good size and beautifully clean.
we had a super buffet breakfast each day, there was a huge selection from lots of different types of fresh bread, a beautiful honeycomb ,a super selection of cold meats and cheeses, hot choices, fresh fruit selection and beautiful pastries.There were also fresh juices and champagne( or it could have been Prosecco,but looked really nice!) available too. The staff were really attentive and helpful.
The hotel had a small gym, a beautiful inside pool, the roof slides back and the doors open fully onto a decked seating area in the warmer weather.the pool water was very cold though, so only managed one dip!
We were very happy with our stay here, there are also little artists studios just outside the hotel and a very cosy restaurant just in the hotel grounds too! Would definitely recommend staying here.
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