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Reid’s Palace. Funchal, Madeira
When William Reid opened the doors of this famous hotel in 1891 he had done so against all the odds -
Captain Scott called here en route to his ill-
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Hotel Quinta Das Lágrimas. Coimbra
The heritage-
Lawrence’s Hotel. Sintra
Lawrence’s Hotel claims to be the oldest hotel on the Iberian peninsula, having been in operation since 1764. Today, as throughout its history, it offers a comparatively small number of rooms (16 of which 5 are suites) thus adding to a sense of exclusivity.
Aficionados of romantic poetry will be interested to learn that Lord George Byron stayed at Lawrence’s between July 7 and 17th 1809. It is widely believed that he created part of one of his most revered works, Childe Harold’s Pilgrimage, while here. Writing to a friend he described his position: ”I must observe that the village of Cintra in Estremadura is the most beautiful, perhaps, in the whole world.“
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More Period Accommodation in Portugal
Alentejo
Convento Do Espinheiro The original building dates back to the 15th century and began life as a convent. Quite what the original inhabitants would have made of the up-to-date luxury facilities is anyone’s guess. More information is available via Booking.com | TripAdvisor
Pousada De Evora. Also known as Hotel dos Loios, this fine little pousada is at the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage town of Evora. Booking.com | TripAdvisor | Lastminute.com
Pousada De Crato - Flor Da Rosa. Originally built for the Knights of the Order of Malta, this ancient building is actually a combination of castle and monastery. It offers 5-star hospitality in a truly off-the-beaten-track corner of Portugal, close to the Spanish border. TripAdvisor | Lastminute.com
Pousada De Evora. Also known as Hotel dos Loios, this fine little pousada is at the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage town of Evora. Booking.com | TripAdvisor | Lastminute.com
Pousada De Crato -
Alvito
Pousada Castelo de Alvito. A superb 15th century castle located pretty much in the centre of the southern half of Portugal. The architectural historian will no doubt point out the various influences which include gothic and Mudejar. Five star accommodation and a five star restoration. TripAdvisor | Lastminute.com
Arraiolos
Pousada de Arraiolos. Around an hour’s drive from Lisbon, this five-star hotel (full name Nossa Senhora da Assuncao) is located within a 16th century monastery. Booking.com | Lastminute.com
Lisbon
Solar do Castelo. Although the main hotel structure one sees today dates from the 18th century, there are remnant of the sites medieval past that will no doubt interest the architectural historian. Moreover, this is the only Lisbon hotel built within the walls of St. George’s Castle. Booking.com | Lastminute.com
As Janelas Verdes. A small palace dating from the early 1700‘s, As Jenalas Verdes is a boutique hotel offering a pleasingly modest 29 rooms. Booking.com | Lastminute.com
Castelo de Palmela Pousada. Located to the south east of Portugal’s largest city, this striking fortress benefits from extensive views of the surrounding countryside. Once a Convent of the Order of Santiago, this splendid structure still features the cloisters which reflect its past function so well. TripAdvisor | Lastminute.com
Pestana Palace. An award-winning hotel, the origins of Pestana Palace date back to the early 19th century with its decor and furnishings reflecting its great heritage (it is, unsurprisingly, a designated National Monument). Booking.com
Hotel Olissippo Lapa Palace. Five-star rated, this nineteenth century palace overlooks the Tagus River. Practical details are to be found with Booking.com
Heritage Av Liberdade. A 4-star rated hotel, the new interior of this 18th century building has been largely created by Lisbon’s famous designer, Miguel Cancio Martins. Booking.com
York House. If you ever yearn to stay in a little boutique hotel in Lisbon which dates back to the 17th century and formerly acted as a Carmelite convent, this should do it. Booking.com
As Janelas Verdes. A small palace dating from the early 1700‘s, As Jenalas Verdes is a boutique hotel offering a pleasingly modest 29 rooms. Booking.com | Lastminute.com
Castelo de Palmela Pousada. Located to the south east of Portugal’s largest city, this striking fortress benefits from extensive views of the surrounding countryside. Once a Convent of the Order of Santiago, this splendid structure still features the cloisters which reflect its past function so well. TripAdvisor | Lastminute.com
Pestana Palace. An award-
Heritage Av Liberdade. A 4-
York House. If you ever yearn to stay in a little boutique hotel in Lisbon which dates back to the 17th century and formerly acted as a Carmelite convent, this should do it. Booking.com
Minho
Pousada de Amares. A truly ancient structure which should tempt every historian travelling to northern Portugal. Close to the town of Braga, Pousada de Amares was once a Cistercian monastery whose roots can be traced back to the 12th century. It is also known as Sta. Maria do Bouro and is extremely highly rated by independent reviewers. TripAdvisor
Obidos
Pousada Do Castelo. Approximately an hour north of Lison, the Pousada de Óbidos has been called one of the seven wonders of Portugal. TripAdvisor
Porto
Pousada Do Porto: Palácio Do Freixo. Dating from 1742, this splendid Baroque palace is a designated National Monument. Booking.com
Pestana Porto Hotel. It may well be geared to the demands and tastes of the 21st century traveller, but this old building on the Douro River is said to date, in parts, from the 16th century. Booking.com
Pestana Porto Hotel. It may well be geared to the demands and tastes of the 21st century traveller, but this old building on the Douro River is said to date, in parts, from the 16th century. Booking.com
Vila Nova de Cerveira
Pousada De Vila Nova De Cerveira. Also known as Dom Diniz hotel, this ancient manor house is located in the very North of Portugal, close to the border with Spain. TripAdvisor
Vila Vicosa
Casa do Colegio Velho. Within easy reach of both the Spanish border and Lisbon, this extremely highly rated hotel is based around an old stately home dating, reputedly, from the 16th century. Booking.com
Nights In The Past is a guide to historic and period hotels and accommodation throughout the UK, France, Italy, and Western Europe, including Switzerland, Austria, Spain, Portugal and Germany. We focus primarily upon those hotels and inns with connections to famous historic figures and events, from the medieval period to World War II. Our aim is to provide information to those seeking historic places to stay be it for weekend breaks, heritage tours, romantic getaways, honeymoons or even business travel. Thank you for visiting.
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Historic Hotels in Portugal
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Reid’s Palace, Funchal
Solar do Castelo, Lisbon
Pousada de Amares