Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District
Fortaleza da Cidadela - Av. Dom Carlos I, 2750-000 Cascais, Portugal – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.6/10! (score from 1436 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
very good location! close to the center of Cascais! staff very efficient and kind.
BrazilBeautiful property with quintessential shops all around the plaza! Minutes walk from main town walking areas. Decadent and delicious breakfast!!!
United States of AmericaThe staff were wonderful, and everyone we spoke with was kind and helpful. The art was gorgeous. We loved the location, near the museum area and close enough to walk to restaurants and the bus/train station.
AustraliaThe location, the view we had an amazing view over the Marina and the breakfast was delicious
Saudi Arabiagorgeous view, very comfortable bed, and excellent breakfast.
United States of AmericaThe location is wonderful. The property is beautiful.
United States of AmericaSuperb breakfast: huge choice, fresh fruit, pastries, local cheeses, excellent selection of bread, yogurt, cooked options. We loved the pool areas: relaxing, clean, fresh towels provided. The staff were incredibly friendly, whatever their role. The art and reading area in the hotel gives it a special something. Very close to the centre of Cascais. Great views, easy walk to stunning places.
United KingdomLocation couldn't be more perfect. The facilities were wonderful. Breakfast had great variety.
United KingdomA beautifully renovated fort we’re art has become the central theme. The property and its setting makes you feel like your staying in the beating heart of Portuguese history - which was supported when the president made a visit. great staff - lovely on site restaraunt - indoor & outdoor pools, great views over the Harbour.
MaltaThe location, the art, the pool, the incredibly kind and efficient staff. The breakfast was also fantastic. When we checked out early for a flight, the staff packed us up four huge breakfast bags.
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With studios and galleries surrounding it, the 5-star hotel overlooks sea and the Cascais Marina, and is part of the renovated 16th century citadel complex. The centrally-located Pestana Cidadela Cascais features an indoor pool with marina views and an additional lawn-surrounded exterior swimming pool, which also has marina views.
Occasionally the hotel organizes "Art Invasions" of the rooms, in which noted artists are given "carte blanche" to decorate rooms and public areas. All of the rooms at Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District have a seating area with a flat-screen satellite TV. Each of the rooms are soundproofed, and have a mini-bar. All have a private bathroom with slippers and bathrobes. The bright rooms feature modern décor and wooden floors. Free high-speed WiFi is provided.
Guests can enjoy the free breakfast buffet at the Maris Stella restaurant, which offers views from the bay to the Santa Maria Lighthouse. The hotel has another restaurant, Taberna da Praça, more intimate, which serves a selection of Portuguese snacks. There is also a bar, and room service is provided.
The lounge area is decorated with 608 swallows, which represent the number of days that the hotel's renovation took. The Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District features a 24-hour front desk with a concierge. Staff can provide further information about activities in the area, such as diving and cycling, among other sports, nautical or cultural activities.
Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District is located in the center of Cascais and is the first hotel in Europe to have its own Art District. Since March 2014 that the property is a sophisticated site of cultural creation. Lisbon International Airport is a 35-minute drive.
This is our guests' favorite part of Cascais, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
Most popular amenities
Ribeira Beach
8.3 Very good beach700 feet from propertyPraia de Santa Marta
8.0 Very good beach1,000 feet from property
Rainha Beach
8.4 Very good beach1,700 feet from property
Conceicao Beach
8.4 Very good beach2,100 feet from property
Duquesa Beach
8.4 Very good beach2,500 feet from property
Moitas Beach
8.4 Very good beach3,350 feet from property
Tamariz Beach
8.3 Very good beach1.1 miles from property
Poca Beach
8.3 Very good beach1.6 miles from property
Azarujinha Beach
8.4 Very good beach1.6 miles from property
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See what guests loved the most:
Luiz
Brazil“very good location! close to the center of Cascais! staff very efficient and kind.”
David
United States of America“Beautiful property with quintessential shops all around the plaza! Minutes walk from main town walking areas. Decadent and delicious breakfast!!!”- Alison
Australia“The staff were wonderful, and everyone we spoke with was kind and helpful. The art was gorgeous. We loved the location, near the museum area and close enough to walk to restaurants and the bus/train station.” 
Amani
Saudi Arabia“The location, the view we had an amazing view over the Marina and the breakfast was delicious”
KimberlyUnited States of America“gorgeous view, very comfortable bed, and excellent breakfast.”- LaurelUnited States of America“The location is wonderful. The property is beautiful.”
Jo
United Kingdom“Superb breakfast: huge choice, fresh fruit, pastries, local cheeses, excellent selection of bread, yogurt, cooked options. We loved the pool areas: relaxing, clean, fresh towels provided. The staff were incredibly friendly, whatever their...”
NinaUnited Kingdom“Location couldn't be more perfect. The facilities were wonderful. Breakfast had great variety.”- Michael
Malta“A beautifully renovated fort we’re art has become the central theme. The property and its setting makes you feel like your staying in the beating heart of Portuguese history - which was supported when the president made a visit. great staff -...” 
RuthUnited States of America“The location, the art, the pool, the incredibly kind and efficient staff. The breakfast was also fantastic. When we checked out early for a flight, the staff packed us up four huge breakfast bags.”
- Hi! Where it’s possible to park a car?Hello, There is a free parking 7 min walking distance from the hotel or if you prefer the marina parking, it has a cost of 12 euros p/ day. Kind reg..Answered on July 2, 2021
- Does the indoor pool stay open throughout the winter?Hello, yes, our indoor pool is open from 8am to 8pm during all year. Regards Marta Esteves Guest Services ManagerAnswered on October 4, 2021
- Hi. We are a family of 4 (2 adults and 2 children aged 16 and 13). Does your Junior Suite accommodate 4 people? I can see it’s 60sqm. Thank youHello, Yes, our Junior Suites are the best rooms for families, it accommodate 4 persons. Regards Marta Esteves Guest Services ManagerAnswered on September 27, 2021
- We have seen a superior double room with terrace advertised with yourselves, can you let us know if the terrace has a sea view, many thanksHello, Superior double room with terrace doesn't have a sea view, the only rooms with sea view is our "Sea View Room". Regards Marta Esteves Guest ..Answered on June 3, 2021
- Room for Extra bed for third adult.Greatings, About your question, it depends of the room typology. For an extra bed we recommend our Superior Rooms, Superior Room with balcony or Juni..Answered on June 1, 2021
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Taberna da Praça
Food: Local
Maris Stella
Open for: Breakfast
House rules
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Please note that the property reserves the right to pre-authorize credit cards prior to arrival. Payment of the full reservation amount is due at the property.
Please note that pets are only allowed in some of the property’s public areas. Upon check-in, please ask the front desk for more details.
If you are traveling with your pet please contact the Hotel before your arrival for information on availability, prices, and admission restrictions for pets.
Please note that rates including dinner do not include drinks.
For bookings of 9 or more rooms, the hotel will charge a nonrefundable prepayment of 50% of the entire reservation on the guest's credit card.
As a sustainability measure, the indoor pool's water will only be heated to 25ºC.
License number: RNETNº4609
FAQs about Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District is 1,000 feet from the center of Cascais.
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Room options at Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District include:
- Double
- Suite
- Twin/Double
- Triple
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Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Spa
- Sauna
- Massage
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Diving
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
- Beachfront
- Spa facilities
- Swimming pool
- Couples' massage
- Personal trainer
- Neck massage
- Beach
- Full-body massage
- Locker rooms
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Hand massage
- Foot massage
- Fitness
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Back massage
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Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District has 2 restaurants:
- Maris Stella
- Taberna da Praça
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The prices at Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Guests staying at Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.9).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- American
- Buffet
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Check-in at Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
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The nearest beach is 800 feet from Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District.
