Cascais is a coastal town with several seafront hotels, just half an hour from Lisbon by train.
A former fishing village and a favourite summer spot of the Portuguese royal family in the 19th century, Cascais has been a tourist destination since then.
For an unforgettable stay, choose one of the best hotels near the beach with a stunning view of the Atlantic Ocean.
Pestana Cidadela Cascais – Pousada & Art District
Inside Cascais Cidadela, an ancient 15th-century military fortress, this Portuguese Pousada combines a historic site with a contemporary hotel. The hotel overlooks the beautiful coast and the marina where restaurants are to be found. In fact, both the marina and central Cascais are just steps away. With a stunning view, the rooftop swimming pool is an exceptional place to sun bathe.
Hotel Albatroz
On the top of a cliff very close to central Cascais, Hotel Albatroz is a luxury hotel with rooms overlooking the Cascais Bay, Praia da Rainha and Praia da Conceição, two beaches in the centre of Cascais. Rooms are located in the new building or in the historic wing, and most have a sea view.
Albatroz has a swimming pool with stunning views of the ocean, a panoramic restaurant where a buffet breakfast is served. The hotel has an exceptional location, walking distance (5 minutes) from Cascais’ main shopping street and the railway station, where you can get the train to Lisbon (a nice 30-minute journey on the coast).
Hotel Cascais Miragem Health & Spa
Cascais Miragem is a sea-facing luxury hotel at the entrance of Cascais that has several rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows. Guests have free access to the adjacent Holmes Place Health Club and to its top-notch spa services. There is a lovely outdoor infinity pool. Praia das Moitas, one of the best beaches in Cascais, is across the road from the hotel.
Grande Real Villa Italia Hotel & Spa
Former residence of the exiled Italian kings, Villa Italia offers stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean that can be enjoyed from many of its rooms and suites, from the swimming pool and from La Terraza restaurant. The Cascais Marina is within walking distance, where there are several bars and restaurants. Also very close is the beautiful Marechal Carmona Park.
Farol Hotel
Built over the rocks, the five-star boutique Farol Hotel is so close to the sea that you may actually feel sprays of sea water when standing on your room balcony. Be sure to book a room with a sea view. The hotel has a salted-water swimming pool and a restaurant with an outdoor deck, which is perfect to hang out when the weather is nice. Central Cascais is just 10 minutes away.
Senhora da Guia Cascais Boutique Hotel
Next to the sea, midway between Cascais and Guincho, this five-star hotel resembles a quiet summer house. The sea views are exceptional, making it the perfect spot to watch the an inspiring sun set. The hotel has a salted-water pool, a restaurant serving Mediterranean specialties, and it offers a variety of treatments at the spa. The Guincho Fortress and Cascais’ centre are a 10-minute drive, or you can take a bike and enjoy the spectacular coastal road.
Vila Galé Cascais
Just after the Cascais Marina and five minutes from the town centre, Vila Galé is a four-star hotel featuring spacious rooms, many with a sea view. This a very good value for money option, since it combines a great location, comfort and the reward of waking up with an ocean view.
Hotel Baía
In a unique position facing the Cascais Bay right in the town centre, the views of this historic hotel cannot be matched. All rooms at this three-star hotel are simple yet spacious and comfortable. The views from the rooftop restaurant are truly five-star.