Location

This beach hotel and spa is idyllically located in Cascais, overlooking the sea. The centre of Cascais is a 10-minute walk from the hotel and guests can sample the restaurants, bars and pubs in the area. Lisbon is 30 km away and Portela Airport is 37 km from the hotel.

Facilities

The hotel has 124 non-smoking rooms, including 9 junior suites, 3 studios, 84 single rooms and 18 double rooms, which are located on 5 storeys and are reachable by lift. The friendly staff at the reception desk in the lobby are happy to answer any questions. Services such as a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe and currency exchange service ensure a comfortable stay. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. A fireplace creates a cosy atmosphere. There are also a number of shops that make for great strolling and browsing. The grounds of the hotel feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional amenities include a TV room, a playroom and a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage (for a fee) or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a car hire service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service (for a fee), an alarm call service, a laundry service, a hairdresser, a coin-operated laundry and a hotel shuttle bus. A bicycle hire service (for a fee) gives guests the opportunity to explore the surrounding area independently. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a projector. 16 conference rooms are available for lectures, presentations and meetings.

Rooms

Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and adjustable central heating. Guests can enjoy the sea view from a balcony or terrace. Rooms have a double bed or a king-size bed. Separate bedrooms are available. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Guests will also find a mini fridge included among the standard features. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a stereo system, a DVD player and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. A turndown service provides guests with additional comfort in the evening hours. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower, a bathtub and a bidet. A hairdryer, a vanity mirror and bathrobes are provided. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms and smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment

While the adults swim a few laps in the outdoor pool, children can enjoy splashing about in their own swimming area. Refreshing drinks at the pool bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub (for a fee) offer the perfect way to unwind. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. With catamaraning or, for a fee, windsurfing, paddle boating and sailing available, fans of water sports have plenty of options to choose from. Sport and leisure facilities at the hotel include a gym, callisthenics and aerobics. There is a wellness area with a spa, a hammam, a beauty salon, hydrotherapy treatments, thalassotherapy treatments and a solarium and, for an additional fee, a sauna, a steam bath and massage treatments. Entertainment options and leisure facilities include a kids' club and a casino.

Meals

Dining facilities include a dining room, a breakfast room, a café and a bar. Guests can enjoy the culinary delights of 2 air-conditioned, non-smoking restaurants with separate areas for smokers. The hotel offers a wide range of catering options. Bed and breakfast, half board and full board can be booked. At breakfast, guests serve themselves at the generous buffet. Various dishes can be ordered à la carte for lunch and dinner. Diet meals and vegetarian dishes can be prepared on request. The hotel also offers special catering options.

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