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The Pestana Palace is located on the outskirts of Lisbon near the Estoril coast and beach area. It is located in a residential area with wonderful views of the Tagus River. As well as being an important business centre, this luxury hotel is close to the Belem Cultural Centre, the Jeronimos Monastery and the Lisbon Congress Centre. It is 12km from the airport and 6km from the City Centre but the hotel does provide a shuttle service.
A simply fabulous palace with awards from many top travel companies including ‘World Travel Awards Winner 2007 & 2008’, and a ‘Top 100 Best Luxury Hotels in the World’ – a very small and exclusive group indeed. The Pestana Palace is certainly the ultimate in opulent style and luxurious living and accommodates many rich and famous guests including ‘Madonna’. Truly a luxury hotel in Lisbon which sets the standard for all others, this fabulous five star hotel has a top-notch spa which is the classiest bastion of calm and pampering. There is also a fitness centre, indoor swimming pool and an outdoor heated pool in the extensive gardens which are classified as a ‘National Monument’. The hotel also has a superb business centre and a convenient shuttle service which runs to Lisbon’s main tourist attractions and commercial points.
The 174 rooms and 17 suites of this luxury hotel ooze flamboyant sophistication with decorative gold moldings, chandeliers and wooden flooring in the finest palace rooms, although the newer wing is less impressive. All rooms have every possible amenity from air conditioning and cable TV to ISDN lines and a working desk space. Standard bathrooms have twin sinks, showers over the bath and L’Occitane bath products. Room service can attend to all guest’s requirements should they wish to dine privately.
Dining is a pleasure in the beautifully furnished ‘Valle Flor’ restaurant with stunning mirrors, marble pillars, ornate plasterwork and decorative window dressings. The whole atmosphere is lavish to complement the gastronomic delights which are served here. The menu highlights Portuguese cuisine. Within the private park is the ‘Casa do Lago’, a 19th century oriental pavilion overlooking the pool area. The nearby Bar Allegro offers lighter meals accompanied by live music and signature cocktails. The Pestana Palace also welcomes children and has a summer kid’s club for entertainment.
Alto Sto. Amaro – 18E, 60, 203, 738, 742
