Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District

5.0 star property
VIP Access

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool loungers
Front of property – evening/night
Superior Room, Marina View | View from room
2 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; Portuguese cuisine
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Fortaleza Da Cidadela, Av. D. Carlos I, Cascais, 2750-310
  • Place, Santa Marta Lighthouse Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cascais Marina
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Ribeira Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado)
    ‪29 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Room

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Room, Marina View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Junior Suite

  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Superior Room, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Suite, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Superior Room (Extra Bed)

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About this property

Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District

Waterfront pousada with 2 restaurants and a marina
2 restaurants, a marina, and an indoor pool are available at this smoke-free pousada. Free buffet breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include an outdoor pool, a health club, and a bar/lounge.
Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District offers 126 accommodations with minibars and safes. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

A marina and a health club are featured at the pousada. An indoor pool and an outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or health club without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Santa Marta Lighthouse Museum. Features include free breakfast and free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 restaurants.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy Portuguese cuisine while dining at Taberna da Praca
  • Take a swim in the indoor and outdoor pools
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym and a sauna
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Steps from Santa Marta Lighthouse Museum and Condes de Castro Guimaraes Museum
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District offers its guests a marina, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. A health club, a sauna, and a library are also featured at the boutique Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District.

This 5-star Cascais pousada is smoke free.

Guests are served free buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Taberna da Praca - This restaurant specializes in Portuguese cuisine and serves light fare only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Lobby Bar - This lobby lounge serves light fare only.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 20 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Lobby Bar
  • Maris Stella
  • Taberna da Praca

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2012
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 20 per day (984 ft away)
  • Pet fee: EUR 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 4609
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Pousada Cascais Cidadela Historic Hotel & Art District
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Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 380 out of 560 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 560 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 560 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 560 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 560 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Night shift gentleman was amazing! I booked the wrong night and he made everything ok and upgraded us . We are beyond grateful !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
yes
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

david, Ithaca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, fabulous location, super helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, Brecksville

Very cool property. Modern rooms in a historic setting in the marina.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Akshay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding staff and rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really cool historic building. Nice clean room & great staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Uniquely located hotel in a beautiful area
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

naleesa

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hans Ulrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett, Laguna Beach

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

carlos

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

6 day trip

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

michael, Mississauga

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The showers were aweful no real head just a wand which sprayed everywhere , they offered to move us but to a smaller room , then they moved us to a room with a proper shower
Stains on carpets
Mold in showers
Scrapes on wall
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia Mercedes De La Paz

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, breakfast was great. Cleanliness was on point. Staff were all very friendly. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

luiz guilherme

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great staff & amazing area
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property, great friendly and efficient staff. The property is beautiful, the rooms are spacious and comfortable. Very well located, with easy access to all main spots in Cascais.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Travelled with family
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jaclyn

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Love the location/art building/ pool/ staff/ breakfast. However saw numerous cockroaches- which I get happens. Also who we were with paid extra for a balcony and the balcony was basically little spaced in area with no view and they were very disappointed. Not the photos we saw on Expedia.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025