Villa Cascais Boutique Hotel, Cascais, Portugal - Explore & Book

"It's the blue we'll best remember. The shimmering, rolling Atlantic Sea just along the coast, the richer marine hues of the more sheltered Bay of Cascais opposite, the glorious blue skies above. And, the shade of royal powder blue found throughout this elegant 19th-century residence, which opened as boutique hotel in late 2015 following a sensational makeover by a well-known Portuguese interior designer. The reception, restaurant and guest lounge have this opulence on walls, ceilings, chairs, sofas and feature shelving, as do half the superbly comfortable bedrooms. The others are clad in a wonderful rich olive green, while the penthouse has 3 balconies and a freestanding tub from which to drink in that blue view. Everything has purpose and place: the dramatic destination bar has ceilings of heritage Portuguese tiles; clusters of vintage wooden and brass moulds provide focal points.The groovy restaurant overlooks the waterfront of this upscale coastal town, Lisbon's summer playground, only 40 minutes west of the capital. In short, it's a perfect spot for a break with your partner or friends. Highs The restaurant terrace is the perfect place to bask in the sunshine while enjoying the best of food and drinkAn intimate vibe: only 11 beautiful rooms, all of which have some kind of sea view and a smart bathroomThe central location - easily found, and close to all sights, bars and restaurantsDelightful, friendly serviceLisbon is only 40 minutes away by train, so you don't need a car Lows No pool The knockout style and location puts a premium on pricesNot set up for families, despite the beach oppositeThe town can get lively in the afternoons and evenings in high season, so expect some noise" - Nadine Mellor