- The hotel dates back to 1930 and boasts a blend of period and modern décor
- Is located in Estoril, home to casinos, art galleries, Tamariz Beach and museums
- Golfers have access to seven courses in the area, including prestigious Estoril Golf
- Enjoy an outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, kids’ club, restaurants and bar
Palacio Estoril is a five-star hotel located just outside of Lisbon, whose past guests include novelists, filmmakers and European royalty. Couples and families alike will enjoy top-class facilities including two restaurants, a state-of-the-art wellness centre and opulent spa. Families can take advantage of the kids’ club that runs over summer, as well as the close proximity to Tamariz Beach.
The hotel is set in beautifully-landscaped gardens with views over Estoril and the Bay of Cascais. Inside the grand white façade, you’ll find classic décor from the 1930s with contemporary facilities. There are 161 rooms which feature chic suites with marble bathrooms and terraces, sitting rooms, lavish fabrics, and furnishings.
Palacio Estoril has hosted European royalty for decades as well as spies during WWII and was aptly featured in the James Bond film, On Her Majesty’s Secret Service. Estoril is also part of Portugal’s Golden Triangle, which includes Cascais and Sintra, which are both ideal options for day trips. Other nearby attractions include a golf course and Estoril Casino, the largest in Europe.
Hotel child prices apply to ages 2–12 years.
Facilities
Bars & Restaurants
Four Seasons Grill Restaurant
Dine on a variety of traditional Portuguese, as well as international dishes. The restaurant has a sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere, with tables spread over the ground and mezzanine level. Choose from the regular or healthy menu, which has options for vegetarians and gluten-free guests.
Restaurant Bougainvillea Terrace
Have an al fresco meal or drink overlooking the stunning gardens and swimming pool. The Bougainvillea Terrace has a healthy menu with vegetarian and dairy and gluten-free options, as well as a special brunch and substantial main menu.
Beach & Pools
Swimming Pool
The hotel has a large outdoor swimming pool set in beautifully-landscaped gardens. There’s plenty of surrounding space for sunbathing and relaxing.
For Families
Kids Club
There’s a kids’ club which offers a range of activities for children, run by qualified staff.
Ages: 3 -12 years
Open: between July and August
Spa & Wellness
Banyan Tree Spa
The spa boasts staff that were trained at academies in Indonesia, China and Thailand, providing authentic Asian massages and beauty treatments. Spa facilities include a hammam, sauna, dynamic pool, Turkish bath, whirlpool and sensation showers.
Estoril Wellness Centre
Located next to the hotel, the wellness centre has exercise equipment, plus three studios offering classes such as yoga, dance, Zumba and Pilates. There’s a team of therapists and medical staff, as well as a nutritionist on hand.
Activities & Entertainment
Golf
The 18-hole Estoril Golf Course lies just a kilometre from the hotel and is one of Portugal’s oldest and most prestigious clubs. Make use of the 5,200-metre-long course and golf lessons.
About the location
Palacio Estoril is located along Lisbon’s sunny western coast, in the upmarket town of Estoril. It’s just a 30 minute drive away from Portugal’s capital, Lisbon, where you can enjoy some excellent day trips full of shopping, delicious local cuisine and spectacular sightseeing. The resort itself is home to quiet sandy beaches lined with palm trees, and a laid back atmosphere dominated by its iconic casino, which was featured in Ian Fleming’s ‘Casino Royale’.
If you’re looking for a touch of luxury Estoril has it all. It’s surrounded by beautiful nature, including beaches and forested hills, as well as boasting some excellent golf courses. There are plenty of upmarket restaurants and hotels dotted throughout, as well as boutique shops.
Transfer time
Palacio Estoril is a 30 minute drive from Lisbon Airport.
Classic Room
Max 3 adults
Classic Rooms are elegantly designed with contemporary touches with views over the town of Estoril.
Measures between 20-25m²
Junior Suite
Max 3 adults
Junior Suites are notably more spacious than the other rooms available. The suites feature a queen size bed and separate living room with sofa and arm chairs with views over the town of Estoril.
38m²
Superior Deluxe Room
Max 2 adults
Superior Deluxe Rooms are located on the upper floors of the hotel. Views of the hotel gardens, Estoril Park and Cascais Bay can be enjoyed from the balcony, and the bathroom features a bathtub and separate shower.
Measures between 25-35m²
Superior Room
Max 3 adults
Superior Rooms are similar to Classic Rooms but with views over the hotel gardens and Estoril Park.
Measures between 20-25m²
Executive Suite
Max 3 adults
Executive Suites have a separate sitting room. Most of them have a balcony and outstanding views to the gardens. The bathroom has a separate bath and shower.
Measures between 38sqm to 43sqm
Garden Duplex Suite
Max 3 adults
Duplex Garden Suites are located in the Garden Wing, connected to the main hotel building. The Bedroom is located on the first floor and the lounge on the ground floor of those Duplex. Their sunny terraces are overlooking the gardens and pool.
ca. 90sqm
Deluxe Palacio Suite
Max 3 adults
Deluxe Palacio Suites have a large separate sitting room and a spacious bedroom. Most of them have a balcony and those on the upper floors have Sea View. The bathroom has a separate bath and shower.
Measures between 55sqm to 65sqm
Free nights
2021
Stay 7 nights and pay for 6 nights for holidays between 01 April - 31 July 2021 & 01 - 31 October 2021.
Stay 5 nights and pay for 4 nights for holidays between 01 November 2020 - 31 March 2021.
2022
Stay 7 nights and pay for 6 nights for holidays between 01 April - 31 July 2022 & 01 - 31 October 2022.
Stay 5 nights and pay for 4 nights for holidays between 01 November 2021 - 31 March 2022.
Spa Offer
Clients have free access to the Hotel’s Banyan Tree Spa (dynamic swimming pool, hammam, Jacuzzi, sauna, Turkish bath and gym) and receive massage treatments at a special rate.
Minimum age for use of the Spa is 16 years old, or 12 when accompanied by an adult. Minimum age for use of the Gym is 16 years old
Based on 1203 traveller reviews
92% of travellers recommended this hotel
Travellers Ratings
Excellent
871
Very Good
238
Average
57
Poor
17
Terrible
20
Reviews
“ Old world luxury and service
Miguel B, Newark, New Jersey
Jul 16 2021
I spent a lot of ti me at this hotel over forty (40) years ago and not much has changed. That is a good thing. It is an elegant and grand hotel, the likes of which are disappearing from the planet...
I spent a lot of ti me at this hotel over forty (40) years ago and not much has changed. That is a good thing. It is an elegant and grand hotel, the likes of which are disappearing from the planet. Service is impeccable and the hotel itself is classically elegant and grand. Our room with a view of Cascais bay was spacious and with an immense bathroom clad in marble. The Terrace restaurant is a new and welcome addition and the bar is exactly like it was when I lived in Portugal. The pool has been redone since my early times, but it remains one of the great hotel pools in the world. It is huge and flanked by wonderful chaise lounges and tables. The only drawback to staying here is that most of the better restaurants are in Cascais, a five minute taxi ride away (you can also take the train). Guests may use the new spa and have rights at the Estoril Country Club.
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“ Best Hotel experience ever
O13KJrobertf, Hamburg, Germany
May 30 2021
I stayed probably more than 40 times over the past 10 years in Palacio - together with my wife and some times with the kids. So I dare to say I have seen it all, it's a second home. Palacio has a...
I stayed probably more than 40 times over the past 10 years in Palacio - together with my wife and some times with the kids. So I dare to say I have seen it all, it's a second home. Palacio has a wonderful atmosphere, blending old charme and splendor with professional service and very high personal attention. It is still privately owned and managed old-school in its best sense. If you are to value this and what it does to a splendid old Palace Hotel, there is no better way to stay around Estoril - one of the best places to be.
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“ Beautiful hotel but lacking 2021 amenities.
Anthony-Algarve, Lagoa, Portugal
Apr 23 2021
We stayed here for one night only. The hotel itself is fantastic but we found the following unsatisfactory in our garden facing room.
No USB plugs, Television was smaller then expected for a 5 star...
We stayed here for one night only. The hotel itself is fantastic but we found the following unsatisfactory in our garden facing room.
No USB plugs, Television was smaller then expected for a 5 star hotel. No coffee making machine. Bar fridge empty. No turn down service, IN acknowledges that the last two times may be due to Covid restrictions but were not advised of this.
We opted for the Sunday brunch instead of the breakfast which was superb.
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“ A beautiful historic hotel with very pleasant and helpful staff but perhaps resting on its laurels...
nation99, Keystone, Colorado
Jan 11 2021
Room quite small and overfurnished as expected with this type of hotel.
My problem was with the inability to get hot food from the kitchen to the table. Breakfast coffee was lukewarm at best and sent...
Room quite small and overfurnished as expected with this type of hotel.
My problem was with the inability to get hot food from the kitchen to the table. Breakfast coffee was lukewarm at best and sent back every day..2 breakfast meals also sent back as stone cold eggs not very appetising. Even the main course dinner on Xmas Eve went back ..How hard can it be in a 5 star hotel .
Our bill was also incorrect by 200 euros as we were charged for a Xmas lunch we did not have. Good thing I always check.
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“ Beautiful
sidney0226,
Nov 11 2020
This hotel is absolutely beautiful. The breakfast service is great and they have a really good hangover cure drink. It was also really walkable to Cascais so you will not need a car. If I ever get to...
This hotel is absolutely beautiful. The breakfast service is great and they have a really good hangover cure drink. It was also really walkable to Cascais so you will not need a car. If I ever get to go to Portugal again, I would travel to Estoril just to stay at this hotel again.
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