Centro Historico Cascais, Portugal
Renovated
2005
Price
$$$
Rated for
Heritage Luxe ClassicOutside the door
Clifftop seaside haven
Three historic seafront houses sit directly above the surf, balancing nineteenth-century aristocratic ease with breezy Atlantic lounging.
“Inside there is an enduring sense of elegance, a hint of mystery from the war era when spies filled the salons.”
What it’s good at
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
It’s small, with fewer than fifty units spread among several houses on a rocky promontory and an adjoining beach.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Praia da Conceição rests at the foot of the cliff, and the historic town centre is steps away.
The rooms
Bedrooms combine soft coastal tones and traditional hand-painted tiles, with windows looking onto the ocean or gardens.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
A freshwater swimming pool sits on the cliff edge, with sun loungers looking straight over the Atlantic surf.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
The main restaurant serves coastal Portuguese seafood along panoramic ocean windows, and drinks arrive on the cliffside terrace.
How it began
The main house was built in 1873 as a duke's summer palace, nicknamed the Almond Box.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.