Photo by Matthew Shaw, courtesy Penha Longa Resort
Courtesy Penha Longa Resort
Photo by Matthew Shaw, courtesy Penha Longa ResortNot for use by architects, interior designers or other hotel suppliers without permission from Matthew Shaw
Photo by Matthew Shaw, courtesy Penha Longa Resort
At a Glance
Hidden away in Sintra-Cascais National Park, Penha Longa Resort, previously home to some of the country’s crowned royals, is a pampering retreat for a variety of travelers, from golfers to spa-goers.
Indagare Loves
The comprehensive pampering services from the 16,000-square-foot spa with Natura Bissé products
The collection of on-site restaurants, which includes Arola, from two-Michelin-starred chef Sergi Arola
The 27-hole golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr.
Review
A visit to the Lisbon area isn’t complete without seeing the fairy tale castles and palaces in nearby Sintra. To really experience this area’s charm, an overnight stay in Sintra is the bare minimum, and accommodations don’t get more luxurious than at Penha Longa Resort, a member of the Ritz-Carlton portfolio. The 194-room property is like a world of its own, tucked away in the Southern Sintra mountains in a 545-acre national park along the Estoril Coast. The resort has collaborated with marquee names across several industries to create a retreat unlike any other.
A 20-minute drive from Lisbon Portela Airport and just 10 minutes from the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sintra, the Penha Longa Resort has done a fantastic job of setting itself apart from the busier, buzzier parts of the region. Three of the best golf courses in Europe surround the grounds, adding to the resort’s countryside feel, and with all the luxury amenities within its walls, it’s easy to feel like you may never want to leave. The expansive spa is especially tempting, offering everything from customized facials and outdoor massages to Tai Chi classes. For a thorough wellness experience, you can book a three-, five- or seven-day program.
The interior décor in rooms and suites is subtle but luxurious, and feels more like a comfortable, beautifully curated modern home, rather than a hotel. All accommodations have private balconies. Outdoor spaces are striking, especially the pool areas landscaped with local trees and shrubs and the intricately tiled grounds that surround the buildings.
Seven tennis courts, two squash courts, three paddle courts, a jogging track, a meditation path and an equestrian center attract the fitness-minded. There are six different dining venues on the property, from petiscos (Portuguese small plates) poolside to B Lounge, which boasts the largest gin collection in the country. New to the property is LAB by Sergi Arola, boasting an inventive menu in an intimate dining room with only 22 seats.
Who Should Stay
Penha Longa Resort is a great lodging choice for most types of travelers, and is especially fitting for those who prefer hotel with round-the-clock amenities.
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Courtesy Penha Longa Resort
Photo by Matthew Shaw, courtesy Penha Longa Resort
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Photo by Matthew Shaw, courtesy Penha Longa ResortNot for use by architects, interior designers or other hotel suppliers without permission from Matthew Shaw
Photo by Matthew Shaw, courtesy Penha Longa Resort
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