Penha Longa Resort  

Perched in Sintra’s protected natural park, this resort breaks the rolling green hills with historic charm. You’re next to Penha Longa Golf Course and a short drive from Pena Palace, Quinta da Regaleira and Estoril. Family-friendly and pet-friendly, it’s a luxury base for exploring coastal and cultural Lisbon-area highlights.

The property blends a 14th‑century monastery and chapel into a modern 5‑star resort with a 27‑hole championship golf course. Rooms are individually decorated—around 200 guestrooms—with private balconies, memory‑foam beds, Egyptian cotton linens, iPod docks and minibars. Bathrooms feature separate tubs and showers, designer toiletries and bidets for a touch of old‑world luxe.

Sink into a full‑service spa for massages, facials and body treatments, then hit the course or cool off in indoor and outdoor pools. On‑site options include a fitness center, yoga and mini‑golf, kids’ play areas, an arcade and concierge services. Babysitting, shuttle services and parking are available (some for a surcharge)—and expect misty, pine‑scented mornings to wake you up.

Plug in with complimentary wired and wireless high‑speed internet and a 24‑hour business center. The resort offers a conference center with many meeting rooms, limo/town‑car service and airport/cruise shuttles for events and executive travel.

Seven on‑site restaurants span casual to elevated dining, including Penha Longa Mercatto for Italian fare and two Michelin‑starred options among the outlets. There’s a bar/lounge, poolside bar, café and 24‑hour room service—local Portuguese flavors and fresh regional ingredients feature across menus.