Having stayed in what I consider first-class hotels throughout the world--the ANA Intercontinental in Tokyo, the Omni in Fort Worth, Texas, and the Waldorf Astoria in Mid-Town Manhattan--I think the Pousada in Cascais surpassed them in service, ambiance, and value. The setting is stunning and fascinating, but what I think exceeded all of my expectations was the service. All the... More

What a lovely place, well situated, extremely clean and the Staff - most courteous. Just a short break taking advantage of a UK bank holiday gloom and the Pousada Golden Passport system which surprisingly can be had at age 55,reducing the bill significantly. We only booked a basic room but it was splendid with an airy style, plenty of space... More

The friendliness of the staff is the main strength. At breakfast coffee cups are refilled instantly. I mentioned to reception that we were leaving the next day and within a couple of hours they had organised a late check-out at no extra charge. Our room, looking inland, was white and minimalist but with plenty of storage space and a large... More

Overall a nice stay at this brand new hotel. The refurbishment is impressive and the historic courtyard creates a dramatic arrival. We stayed in the top suite and the finish of the room was just what I was looking for. Elegant, modern and understated. Mostly the staff were charming, friendly and professional and we enjoyed a fantastic meal of contemporary... More