At a Glance
This 19th century villa, built as a summer escape by a Portuguese aristocrat, remains the best spot in Cascais, perched right on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean.
Indagare Loves
- The Sushi Design Restaurant with the freshest of fish, accompanied by a soundtrack of the waves
- The mix of old and new; Philippe Starcks’s ghost chairs under an ornate stucco work ceiling in the bar
- The location: right by the Ocean with views out onto the blue water and yet just a walk away from the center of the old town of Cascais
Review
The 33 rooms here are all extremely different, so take time to choose what suits you best. Some are bright red and ornate, others black and gold and decadent, others white and minimalist. Eight of the rooms have been designed by international and Portuguese fashion designers, while others remain classical. There are also cozy loft rooms which have floor to ceiling windows looking out to sea. All bathrooms come with hydromassage bathtubs.
As befits a boutique hotel, the service here is personalized and a lot can be arranged on request, like yoga classes and a massage in your room or outside on the deck.
Food is a great strength here from the Mediterranean dishes at The Mix (try the ginger-infused risotto with lobster) to the gyozas, sushi and sashimi at Sushi Design. Two bars also serve tapas-style snacks alongside great cocktails and local wines.
Who Should Stay
This is one for the glamorous crowd, who can enjoy chic Cascais in between soaking up the sun.
