Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District
38.694278, -9.41972Overview
5-star hotel inside a 16th-century citadel with the first Art District in Europe
Art & Culture
Pestana Cidadela Cascais is the first hotel in Europe to have an integrated Art District, with studios and galleries surrounding the property. The hotel organizes "Art Invasions" where noted artists decorate rooms and public areas with carte blanche. A lounge area displays 608 swallows, representing the 608 days of the hotel's renovation, and an on-site charity bookstore supports local community initiatives.
Rooms & Comfort
All rooms at Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District have a seating area with a flat-screen satellite TV and are soundproofed, with wooden floors and modern décor. Each room includes a minibar, a private bathroom with slippers and bathrobes, and some feature room upgrades designed by guest artists. Free high-speed WiFi is provided throughout the property.
Dining
Guests at the Pestana Cidadela Cascais can enjoy a free breakfast buffet at the Maris Stella restaurant, offering views from the bay to the Santa Maria Lighthouse. A second, more intimate restaurant, Taberna da Praça, serves a selection of Portuguese snacks. There is also a bar and room service available.
Wellness & Pools
The hotel has two swimming pools: an indoor pool with marina views and an outdoor pool surrounded by lawn, both with sun loungers and umbrellas. Pestana Cidadela offers the Magic Spa with signature treatments inspired by ancient therapies, as well as a sauna, fitness center with personal trainer, and spa lounge. Spa/wellness packages and locker rooms are available, and the outdoor pool is open all year.
Location & Services
The Pestana Cidadela is centrally located in Cascais overlooking the sea and the Cascais Marina, inside a renovated 16th-century citadel. Nearby attractions include Cascais Marina, Guincho Beach, and Bairro dos Museus, with Lisbon International Airport a 35-minute drive away. The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, luggage storage, car hire, and a pet-friendly policy in designated areas.
- Art District: First hotel in Europe with integrated art galleries and studios
- Art Invasions: Guest artists redesign rooms and public areas with carte blanche
- Swallow Lounge: 608 swallows representing the hotel's renovation days
- Pools: Indoor pool with marina views and outdoor pool with lawn
- Magic Spa: Signature treatments inspired by ancient therapies
- Free Breakfast: Buffet at Maris Stella with views of bay and lighthouse
- Location: 35-minute drive from Lisbon International Airport
License number: 4609
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed2 Single beds1 Double bed
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Courtyard view
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Heating
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Balcony
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed1 King Size Bed
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Heating
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Bathtub
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed1 Double bed2 Single beds
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Garden view
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Heating
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Balcony
Facilities
Main facilities
Parking lot
Baggage storage
Locker room
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Fitness center
Outdoor swimming pool
Indoor swimming pool
Back massage
Full body massage
Spa & wellness center
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Diving
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Sports trainer
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Children's buffet
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness center
- Sauna
- Back massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Room view
- Sea view
- Garden view
- City view
- Bay view
- Courtyard view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Essential information about Pestana Cidadela Cascais - Pousada & Art District
| 💵 Lowest room price | 176 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 9.3 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Aerodromo Municipal de Cascais, cat |
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