Name: Pousada Palacio de Estoi – Small Luxury Hotels of the World
Address: Rua São José - Estoi, 8005-465 Estói, Portugal, Rua São José - Estoi, Algarve, 8005-465, Portugal
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $89 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.5

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Hotel Pousada Palacio de Estoi – Small Luxury Hotels of the World

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The overall grounds but especially the gardens were magnificent.

Larry

Canada

The architecture is amazing the staff was friendly the rooms are very large for EUROPE and having access to the pool is amazing after a long day

Janique

Canada

It was a great location for our stay. Beautiful place.

Maria

United States of America

Gorgeous building and restaurant. Rooms modern and spacious. Pool beautiful with a view. Can easily stay here for a few days without leaving the hotel.

Sera

Australia

Room was.spacious, well appointed, and had a fabulous view. Very sleek contemporary lines and immaculate. Huge comfy bed - big well appointed bath. It was about 200 steps from our room to the elevator - didn't want to forget anything and have to turn back! Breakfast choices were outstanding.

Jacka

United States of America

Very nice setting, hotel forms part of old palace, and is right in the centre of a scenic old village

Andre

Luxembourg

Staff at the reception extremely helpful and friendly! We stayed at the suite, which was great and super comfortable with a great view! The food at the restaurant was good and the breakfast was amazing ! The property is beautiful and it’s great to walk around in the gardens !

Diana

Netherlands

Such a well presented palácio, had us in awe of the views and the rich history. The resturant menu also had a nice touch, explaining the story of traditional dishes and the palácio. The staff were also very informative and great in conversation in Portuguese and English. The adjoining architecture of the accommodation is very clever and well thoughtout.

Madeline

Australia

Magnificent location and setting in an old palace. A true hidden gem! Especially the staff was extremely helpful and polite!

Steve

Monaco

Very pleasant stay in a very nice castle building, good restaurant, nice pool area, just in the village center and very close to Roman ruins

Thomas

Sweden

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What guests loved the most:
“The overall grounds but especially the gardens were magnificent.”

Larry Canada
“The architecture is amazing the staff was friendly the rooms are very large for EUROPE and having access to the pool is amazing after a long day”

Janique Canada
“It was a great location for our stay. Beautiful place.”

Maria United States of America
“Gorgeous building and restaurant. Rooms modern and spacious. Pool beautiful with a view. Can easily stay here for a few days without leaving the hotel.”

Sera Australia
“Room was.spacious, well appointed, and had a fabulous view. Very sleek contemporary lines and immaculate. Huge comfy bed - big well appointed bath.”

Jacka United States of America
“Very nice setting, hotel forms part of old palace, and is right in the centre of a scenic old village”

Andre Luxembourg
“Staff at the reception extremely helpful and friendly! We stayed at the suite, which was great and super comfortable with a great view!”

Diana Netherlands
“Such a well presented palácio, had us in awe of the views and the rich history. The resturant menu also had a nice touch, explaining the story of traditional dishes and the palácio.”

Madeline Australia
“Magnificent location and setting in an old palace. A true hidden gem! Especially the staff was extremely helpful and polite!”

Steve Monaco
“Very pleasant stay in a very nice castle building, good restaurant, nice pool area, just in the village center and very close to Roman ruins”

Thomas Sweden

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Pousada Palacio de Estoi is located in the town of Estoi, just 6.2 mi from Faro, on the grounds of a beautiful 19th-century palace.

The air-conditioned rooms feature a contemporary design and are equipped with private bathrooms with bath and shower. Some rooms include wall-mounted flat-screen TVs.

Pousada Palacio de Estoi features gardens and tea pavilions. Its architecture includes many original elements such as wall paintings and antique furnishings.

Other relaxation options include swimming in the indoor and outdoor pools or visiting the sauna. Nearby leisure activities are cycling and hiking.

A complimentary breakfast is served at Pousada Palacio de Estoi’s restaurant. Specialties from the Algarve, including freshly caught fish and seafood are served in the evening. End the meal with Algarvian sweets made from locally grown almonds and figs.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.5 for two-person stays.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

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Buffet

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Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

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Pestana Hotel Group is the largest hotel group in Portugal, one of the largest in Europe. In 40 years, expanded to 3 continents and 16 countries. Owns the brands Pestana Hotels & Resorts, Pestana Collection Hotels and Pestana Pousadas de Portugal

Hotel surroundings

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Closest Landmarks *

Ruins of Milreu in Estoi
0.5 miles
Algarve Stadium
4.4 miles
Faro Hospital
5.3 miles
Forum Algarve Shopping Center
5.4 miles
São Luís Stadium
5.4 miles
Faro Figuras Theatre
5.6 miles
Carmo Church & Bones Chapel
5.7 miles
Lethes Theatre
5.8 miles
Downtown Faro
5.9 miles
Faro Train Station
5.9 miles

Restaurants & Markets *

Adega Nova Restaurant
10.6 miles

Closest Airports *

Faro Airport
6.7 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“We had a suite which was huge and super comfortable. The hotel is gorgeous with the contrast of old and new. The breakfast presentation is amazing with so much ...”

Sandra

Portugal

“The location is perfect to relax, the staff was super friendly and the facilities were spot on.”

Marek

Portugal

7.9

“Wonderful location and building, great breakfast, very big rooms well appointed. Quiet location near the airport (15 min) is great bonus.”

Bettina

United Kingdom

9.5

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1 Restaurant On Site

Restaurante do Visconde

Food: Portuguese, Local

Menu: À la carte

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

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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

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above are considered adults at this property.

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0 - 2 years	Can use a crib or extra bed when requested	FREE
3 - 12 years	Can use an extra bed when requested	FREE

The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

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The fine print

Prior to their arrival, guests are kindly requested to specify their bedding preference for any room type. Please specify the extra beds required, if any. Please specify the number of adults and children under 12. This can be inserted in the Special Requests Box during booking.

Please note that only 1 extra bed or baby cot can be accommodated, on request. Charges may be applicable.

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.

Please note that the property reserves the right to pre-authorize credit cards prior to arrival. Full payment for the accommodations is due upon check-in time.

Please note that for reservations of 6 rooms or more, different policies will apply.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

License number: 1485

The prices at Pousada Palacio de Estoi – Small Luxury Hotels of the World may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
Room options at Pousada Palacio de Estoi – Small Luxury Hotels of the World include:
- Twin/Double
- Suite
Pousada Palacio de Estoi – Small Luxury Hotels of the World has 1 restaurants:
- Restaurante do Visconde
The following parking options are available to guests staying at Pousada Palacio de Estoi – Small Luxury Hotels of the World (subject to availability):
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- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Street parking
- Parking garage
- Accessible parking
From the nearest airport, you can get to Pousada Palacio de Estoi – Small Luxury Hotels of the World by:
- Car 25 minutes
Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
Guests staying at Pousada Palacio de Estoi – Small Luxury Hotels of the World can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.9).

Breakfast option(s) include:
- Buffet
In total, there are 59 rooms at Pousada Palacio de Estoi – Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

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Pousada Palacio de Estoi – Small Luxury Hotels of the World offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Indoor pool
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Sauna
- Massage
- Turkish/Steam Bath
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
- Massage chair
- Horseback riding
- Indoor pool (year-round)
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Spa facilities
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
Check-in at Pousada Palacio de Estoi – Small Luxury Hotels of the World is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

“Room was.spacious, well appointed, and had a fabulous view. Very sleek contemporary lines and immaculate. Huge comfy bed - big well appointed bath. It was about 200 steps from our room to the elevator - didn't want to forget anything and have to turn back! Breakfast choices were outstanding. ”

“Staff at the reception extremely helpful and friendly! We stayed at the suite, which was great and super comfortable with a great view! The food at the restaurant was good and the breakfast was amazing ! The property is beautiful and it’s great to walk around in the gardens !”

“Such a well presented palácio, had us in awe of the views and the rich history. The resturant menu also had a nice touch, explaining the story of traditional dishes and the palácio. The staff were also very informative and great in conversation in Portuguese and English. The adjoining architecture of the accommodation is very clever and well thoughtout.”

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Reviewed: November 14, 2019

Edwin
Netherlands

4 helpful votes
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The reception could be a bit more enthousiastic, was not a very welcoming arrival. But the rest of the stay the staff was very nice.
Big rooms, beautiful building, nice breakfast

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 7, 2019

Tom
Germany

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Perfect. It was off-season so not too many guests and moderate pricing. A super unique experience -a must. The mix of old and new style is well balanced. It would be nice to have more infos in one of the common rooms about the restoration work that has been done...

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 5, 2019

Stephan
Hungary
7.1

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Furniture in the common areas and restaurant needs to be renewed . ( rooms could also be made more cosy a bit ) Everything’s looks as if interior designed without any love at all ( and a bit run down in the common areas ) . Such a shame for such a nice old heritage building . Garden is also a bit run down .
Super friendly staff and an amazing breakfast . The old castle itself is beautiful . Beds comfortable and a nice view .

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 4, 2019

Nicola
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
Nothing
Large comfortable room. Excellent restaurant.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 3, 2019

Maxim
Sweden
4.0

“We were disappointed. This is not at all what we expected to see.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
The hotel is located veeeery far from the city. This is definitely absolutely not interesting district. There is nothing in walking distance. The hotel itself is not a luxury at all. This is an ordinary 3-star provincial hotel with wastelands around the hotel´s place.
Very nice and very helpful staff. Good free of charge underground and secure parking.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: October 24, 2019

Sandra
Luxembourg

2 helpful votes
6.3

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The location of the property, it’s maintenance and furniture were very basic and did not match my experience with other Small Leading Hotels
It is a beautiful old palace that urgently needs renovation and the garden needs maintenance The hotel offers a very good breakfast

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 22, 2019

Vicky
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
10

“Fantastic, as always. We will be back!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It would be great to have some different lunchtime snack options - a little more variety on the menu.
The staff are so friendly and accommodating!

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 19, 2019

Frank
Netherlands
5.0

“Beautiful location unfortunately lacking qualified staff...”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 5 nights
It is pretty difficult to find a restaurant in Portugal offering poor quality food. The restaurant of Palacio de Estoi does do so. Palacio de Estoi's staff does need a serious training. Hospitality? Running a restaurant? Reception? they don't have a clue (during our five day stay we found two exceptions. A very young girl and an older lady). Pestana must have spend a fortune on the Palacio's transition, why doing this without investing in very-very needed hospitality pro's?
The Palacio itself is beautiful, rooms are spacious and comfortable, the buffet breakfast is excellent.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 11, 2019

Sandra
Portugal

3 helpful votes
10

“A perfect hotel to spend a holiday. Great especialy for couples.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The outside restaurant seating could be a bit more comfortable with perhaps seat pads on the chairs. The public toilet area between the restaurant & reception area is not in keeping with the style of the old building & looks cheap in comparison to the rest of the decor. Small details like this make a difference.
We had a suite which was huge and super comfortable. The hotel is gorgeous with the contrast of old and new. The breakfast presentation is amazing with so much choice. The pool area is a sun trap & very relaxing with great views across to the sea in the distance and a poolside snack bar & the spa area is small but very nice.The renovated old building is a delight,beautifuly furnished & decorated in keeping with the era .And the gardens likewise.Perfectly restored with fountains statuary & interesting nooks and crannies.At night the place is lit up and on a warm evening you can dine on the terrace.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 11, 2019

Robert
United Kingdom

2 helpful votes
8.3

“Two nights, one reataurant meal, all pleasant enough.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
Layout means long walk between room and public areas. Rather limited restaurant menu given size and nature of hotel (though food quality good). Town of Estoi has little to offer outside hotel.
Impressive luxury hotel with all facilities, fine public rooms, nice terrace for drinks and meals.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 10, 2019

Douglas
Canada
10

“Comfortable big room, beautiful lounge rooms, terrace restaurant, close drive to sights, beaches”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nice grounds, romantic terrace, quiet small pool area

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 8, 2019

Larry
Canada

1 helpful vote
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The overall grounds but especially the gardens were magnificent.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 7, 2019

Marek
Portugal

3 helpful votes
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The cleanning in the room was really poor. Upon arrival we immediately found hairs in the room, a spider web hanging from the ceiling, the windows were dirty and plenty of cigarette buts amongst the plants outside in the private terrace. The walls need also a good clean because there are plenty black marks on the walls. The wall decoration (painting) needs also to be dusted.
The location is perfect to relax, the staff was super friendly and the facilities were spot on.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: September 27, 2019

Christophe
Switzerland
5.4

“Nice hotel settings (garden, lounge, swimming pool…). Staff inefficient at reception. Too expensive”
- • Business trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 1 night
Staff twice inefficient at reception. Hotel quite expensive for the level of services provided.
Nice hotel settings (garden, lounge, swimming pool…).

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 24, 2019

Sabrina
Netherlands

2 helpful votes
5.8

“Not worth the high price. Sorry.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
The bed was very hard and the staff at reception at check out were not very friendly.
The palace is so beautiful and romantic.

Stayed in September 2019

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