Cities, Palaces & Wine

Accommodation

• • Nights 1-2

    Hotel Pestana Vintage Porto

    Porto 

    Behind the handsome yellow façade of this 16th-century building lies a stylish hotel, the friendly staff of which pride themselves on the high levels of comfort and service. The location, within the UNESCO-protected part of the city and a stone’s throw from the Douro, is hard to beat. We include superior rooms which are equipped with air-conditioning, a hairdryer, minibar, satellite television, safe and wifi. For uninterrupted views over the River Douro, upgrade to a Vintage room.

    Meal arrangements: breakfast only
  • Nights 1-2

    Hotel Infante de Sagres

    Porto 

    This high-quality, palatial hotel, located in the heart of Porto’s historical district, is just a short stroll away from the city’s UNESCO World Heritage area, and close to the São Bento railway station. All rooms and suites are tastefully and individually decorated with original artwork, stylish furniture and antiques. The hotel also boasts an elegant restaurant and bar.

    Meal arrangements: breakfast only
• • Nights 3-4

    Quinta de la Rosa

    Pinhão 

    Quinta de la Rosa is, first and foremost, a wine producer, so it doesn't offer all the services of a conventional hotel, instead focusing on providing an authentic insight into life on a Portuguese wine estate. Nevertheless, it offers high-quality accommodation on a panoramic hillside just a kilometre or so from Pinhão, the hub of the Douro vineyard region. The comfortable rooms, which are scattered across the estate and reached via a series of steps, are decorated in traditional style and fitted with air-conditioning and free Wi-fi, but do not have a TV. The on-site restaurant, Cozinha da Clara, is named after the current owners’ grandmother, whose love of good food and warm hospitality is reflected in the excellent Portuguese cuisine. There is also an outdoor pool for guests to enjoy.

    Meal arrangements: dinner & breakfast
  • Nights 3-4

    Casa do Visconde de Chanceleiros

    Chanceleiros 

    • manor house 

    This beautifully restored nobleman's house is a delightful and relaxing base, managed by Ursula and her irrepressible assistant Adelaide, who pride themselves on their hospitality. The bedrooms are in separate buildings throughout the grounds and cluster around charming terraces and the swimming pool. The food here is excellent, and our dinner arrangements include white port, wine and liqueurs. A wonderful choice for extra nights to relax and enjoy the views.

    Meal arrangements: dinner & breakfast
• • Nights 5-6

    Sapientia Boutique Hotel

    Coimbra 

    This elegant boutique hotel is located in the heart of the old city within a few minutes' walk of the cathedral and one of the oldest universities in the world. It is housed in three 18th and 19th-century buildings, combining traditional features with all the amenities of a modern, stylish hotel. The design of the rooms pays homage to figures of Portuguese literature, while the in-house tapas bar serves tasty meals which you can enjoy on the patio in the shade of an ancient walnut tree. On the roof, there is a panoramic terrace from which to watch the sun go down over the city.

    Meal arrangements: breakfast only
  • Nights 5-6

    Quinta das Lágrimas

    Coimbra 

    This handsome, beautifully converted 14th-century mansion is set in 12 hectares of tranquil parkland which incorporates a botanical garden and outdoor pool. The sense of space outside is mirrored inside, with spacious public lounges, a spa and an indoor pool. It is located just over the river from the Old Town and its eateries, a 15-minute walk, but as the hotel boasts an excellent restaurant, you may well decide not to venture out. For extra comfort, upgrade to a ‘palace room’ in the main house.

    Meal arrangements: breakfast only
• • Nights 7-8

    Lawrence's Hotel

    Sintra 

    • historic hotel  

    Built in 1764, this is the oldest hotel of the Iberian Peninsula, and your stay here is like travelling back in time. The rooms are not numbered, but named after famous writers and poets who have stayed here, among them Lord Byron. The hotel has a couple of small comfortable sitting rooms, a bar and a restaurant. However, it is its central location that invites you to explore the surrounding cobbled lanes, squares and gardens, where you will find a wide range of places to dine or have a drink. Just a few steps away, are the Tourist Information Office, and the departure point for the two bus routes which take you to four of Sintra's superb historic palaces.

    Meal arrangements: breakfast only
  • Nights 7-8

    Sintra Boutique Hotel

    Sintra 

    Set in a fabulous central location, this modern and stylish hotel is an ideal place from which to explore the many palaces and castles of Sintra and the surrounding hills. Breakfast is included and you may choose to dine in the hotel's restaurant, or to try some of the restaurants in the town. The hotel has a very welcoming and friendly reception staff who will be more than happy to assist in any way they can during your stay. Just a few steps away from the hotel are the tourist information office and the departure point for the two bus routes which take you to four of Sintra’s superb historic palaces.

    Meal arrangements: breakfast only
• • Nights 9-10

    Solar do Castelo

    Lisbon 

    Enviably located within the walls of Lisbon’s famous castle at the top of the oldest quarter of the city, Alfama, this elegant 18th-century mansion is arguably the best place to stay in Lisbon. The superb location is complemented by exceptionally friendly service, stylish rooms (equipped with air conditioning, satellite television, a safe, hairdryer and free wifi) and plenty of space to relax, including a courtyard, garden, lounges and a library.

    Meal arrangements: breakfast only
  • Nights 9-10

    Hotel Heritage Avenida Liberdade

    Lisbon 

    Located at Lisbon's main avenue – Avenida da Liberdade – this 18th-century townhouse has been refurbished by Portuguese architect and interior designer Miguel Cancio Martins. The blue façade, with its grand wooden door, iron veranda railings, polished ashlar stone and contrasting shutters, is your first view of this striking hotel, the interior of which harmoniously marries traditional features with stylish modern Portuguese design. There is a small bar and numerous comfortable lounges and quiet corners in which to relax, decorated with Pombaline tiles; plus an indoor pool, spa and gym. The comfortable rooms are equally stylish, and the staff are all very friendly, professional and extremely helpful.

    Meal arrangements: breakfast only

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