Our four night stay with a small golf group had the perfect base to access the best of Estorils' day and night life.The Palacio is a very old hotel , but is completely up to date and fresh with all of its decor,furnishings and fittings.Everything is very understated and yet everything is there ,amidst a feeling of being surrounded by... more

This hotel has it all, great service, lovely rooms, great ammenities overall a perfect stay. I don't know what the other negative reviews are about, but we booked for four nights on a weekend getaway and I have nothing but good things to say. The service is so fantastic, a refreshing change. I loved this hotel and will return. more

This hotel has had its fair share of ups and downs. I have stayed there twenty five years ago, and now in last september we had four days. The staff are a little tired but quite willing. Our real complaint was the smell coming from the air conditioning duct. When we called attention to this, they offered to and did... more

My husband and I recently returned from a stay at The Palacio in Estoril. Whenever we are in Portugal, we make a point of staying there as we, as well as all the other guests, are treated royally. The hotel exudes Old World charm. The rooms have all been recently refurbished, equipped with a bathroom that is larger than most... more

The Hotel Palacio is a fine old school hotel with a great history and is now updated for the 21st century. Earlier reports indicate out of date decor etc. Let me put your mind to rest - this is not an issue anymore. The hotel is rated 5 stars - this can mean almost anything these days. However, the Palacio... more

We have stayed at the Palacio before because of its location and elegant swimming pool. Previously the hotel had felt a little run down and the staff somewhat demoralised but the overall package was acceptable. They have now refurbished the hotel and it is back to its five star heritage. We were particularly impressed by the staff. There were some... more

What a spot. Lovely lovely hotel. Staff very friendly and not all over you like in some five star hotels where they would nearly blow your nose for you. Breakfast excellent. Didn't try the restaurant so don't know what lunch & dinner were like. Lovely pool area with a poolside dining area. Rooms and corridors a little like the Dorchester... more

After reading some of your reports we were a bit dubious but the hotel is going through a refurbishment programme. The rooms are lovely all newly decorated with large t.v.screens and beatiful bathrooms. We stayed there for 10 days and loved it, this is our 4th time in the area but the Palacio is the best. We ate in the... more

My wife and two children - 20 & 4 months- stayed for 3 nights. Good things: - the staff. Very friendly,speaking great english - from chamber maid to concierge to bar staff. Very attentive to our needs for our children- hot milk, non menu food for the little one, and just generally pleasant; - the food in the Four seasons.... more