Fortaleza da Cidade, Avenida D. Carlos I, Cascais (approx. 32 km away from the centre of Lisbon) 2750-310View map





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Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District is a 5-star boutique pousada set within the historic walls of a renovated 16th-century fortress, offering a spectacular setting overlooking the sea and Cascais Marina. As the first hotel in Europe with its own Art District, it has been a sophisticated site of cultural creation since March 2014, occasionally organizing "Art Invasions" where noted artists decorate rooms and public areas.
Centrally located in the heart of Cascais, the property is steps away from the Santa Marta Lighthouse Museum and Condes de Castro Guimaraes Museum. The city centre, beaches, shops, parks, and museums are all close by, with key attractions such as Cascais Marina, Marechal Carmona Park, Cascais Cultural Center, and Cascais Citadel within easy reach. The Casino at Estoril, Guincho Beach, and Lisbon are also easily accessible. Lisbon International Airport (LIS) is approximately a 35-minute drive away, while Cascais (CAT) is 17.4 km distant.
The pousada features 126 guestrooms, each thoughtfully designed with modern décor and wooden floors. Rooms include a seating area, minibar, flat-screen satellite TV, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, and are soundproofed. Private bathrooms come with bathtubs or showers, bidets, hair dryers, slippers, bathrobes, and toiletries. Conveniences such as phones, safes, and desks are provided. Select rooms also offer linen service, blackout curtains, air conditioning, a balcony or terrace, cable TV, and a coffee or tea maker.
Guests can enjoy a complimentary buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Maris Stella restaurant, which offers views from the bay to the Santa Maria Lighthouse. The hotel also features Taberna da Praça, an intimate restaurant serving a selection of Portuguese cuisine and snacks. For drinks, there is a bar/lounge, a poolside bar, and a nightclub. 24-hour room service is available. The lounge area is uniquely decorated with 608 swallows, symbolizing the duration of the hotel's renovation.
Recreational opportunities abound, including a health club, a fitness center, a steam room, an outdoor pool, and an indoor pool, both offering marina views. The outdoor pool is additionally surrounded by a lawn.
Top-notch services and amenities ensure utmost comfort, including a 24-hour front desk, concierge services, luggage storage, safety deposit boxes, and gift shops/newsstands. For business needs, there is a business center, conference space, and meeting rooms. Additional services include dry cleaning/laundry services, daily housekeeping, car hire, accessible parking, ticket service, and tours. The hotel maintains a completely smoke-free zone. Staff are available to provide information about local activities such as diving, cycling, and other sports, nautical, or cultural pursuits.
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