The Pergola Boutique Hotel
Heritage boutique, intimate family home. Think art-nouveau grandeur with warm, lived-in energy. Not sleek or minimalist — the décor is period-layered and deliberate, with oil paintings, Persian rugs, and bas-relief stucco ceilings alongside modern comforts.
Cascais train station is literally a 2-minute walk — no need for a taxi from Lisbon
Why It Matters
The most photographed facade in Cascais, with a century-old French-inspired garden that still blooms year-round. The property was Cascais's very first hotel (1985), opened by Manuel, the grandson of the original owner who bought the chalets for his daughters in 1925. The Bougain restaurant — named after the bougainvillea in the garden — is run by the same owner as Lisbon's iconic Café de São Bento, open since 1982.
A 15-room adults-only boutique hotel built inside a pair of restored 1925 family chalets on a cobbled street in central Cascais. The place has real history: in 1985, it became the first tourist accommodation in Cascais — permit number 1 at the Town Hall — and it still feels like a private home rather than a hotel. The original hand-painted tile facade, geometric stone floors, iron staircase with gold trim, and crystal chandeliers are all intact. Rooms are vivid and patterned with bold Portuguese-inspired headboards, and breakfast is always included.
Where You'll Stay
7 room types available
Deluxe Room
Garden-facing room on the first or second floor. At 27 sq m it's the same footprint as the Superior but with a garden outlook instead of city views. Some units have natural tones, others go for vivid headboards and patterned walls.
Double (twinnable on request) · 27 sqm
Deluxe Room with Terrace and Garden View
The most talked-about room at the Pergola. First-floor position with a private balcony overlooking the garden. Has a separate sitting area and a walk-in wardrobe — rare at this size. The bathtub is a genuine perk. Mr & Mrs Smith reviewers call it their favourite pick.
Double (twinnable on request) · 27 sqm
Master Suite
The hotel's flagship room. Opens onto a large private terrace with garden views, which sets it apart from the Deluxe Terrace option. An oversized king-size bed, bathtub, and a serene atmosphere make it the best pick for a special occasion or a longer stay. The official site also gives it a slightly larger footprint than Mr & Mrs Smith describes.
Oversized king · 29 sqmMini Room
The smallest room in the house and honestly a good pick for solo travellers. Sits on the first or second floor with colourful patterned wallpaper and rattan lighting. Compact but the design makes it feel considered rather than cramped.
Small double · 15 sqmStandard Double Room
A cosy double on the first or second floor overlooking Cascais. Same bold Portuguese-pattern interiors as the rest of the house — headboards and wallpaper do the heavy lifting. Compact at 15 sq m but well equipped.
Double · 15 sqmSuite
A dedicated suite category listed on the official website. Exact dimensions and specific features not publicly detailed beyond standard amenities shared across room types: minibar, kettle, air conditioning, in-room safe, WiFi.
Superior Room
A proper upgrade in size — 27 sq m with Cascais city views. Some of these rooms lean into natural tones and floral artwork; others go bold with patterned wallpaper. A double that can be split into twins on request.
Double (twinnable on request) · 27 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Praia da Rainha and Praia da Ribeira are the closest beaches, both under 400m from the hotel. The Cascais coastline has 15+ beaches within easy reach, from calm town strands to the wild, wind-battered Praia da Ursa reachable on foot.
Three-night stay for two with access to two nearby golf courses. Breakfast included. Courses available include Palácio Estoril Golf, Oitavos Dunes, Onyria Quinta da Marinha, Belas Clube de Campo, Lisbon Sports Club, Penha Longa, and Pestana Golf. Full payment required at booking; free cancellation up to 45 days before arrival. Golf equipment not included.
Five-night stay for two with access to four nearby golf courses. Same course selection and conditions as the 3-night package. Breakfast included.
Seven-night stay for two with access to five nearby golf courses. The most comprehensive golf option. Breakfast included. Same course selection and booking conditions apply.
The hotel's location puts the Old Town, 5th of October Square (with its wavy mosaic design), the 15th-century fortress, Paula Rego Historical House Museum, and Boca do Inferno cliffs all within walking distance. Staff actively provide local recommendations and run a hotel WhatsApp group for real-time guest support.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Upper floors are accessible by stairs only. The property is not suitable for guests with limited mobility.
A first-floor lounge with a working wood-burning fireplace, available to all guests. Reviewers particularly love it for reading or working in the cooler months.
Free WiFi throughout the property — in rooms and common areas.
À la carte breakfast made with organic, locally sourced ingredients, included with every room. Served daily 7:30am–10:00am. Guests often note it as a highlight — fresh pastries, fruit, eggs on request.
Cascais city tax of €4.00 per person per night applies, charged at the property.
The French-inspired garden is the centrepiece of the property. Flowerbeds outlined by boxwood, semicircular masonry benches with tile panels — tended lovingly since the 1920s. The Bougain restaurant occupies the outdoor terrace portion.
The property is adults only. Extra beds and cots can technically be added to rooms on request, but the hotel is not geared toward children.
Available on request for an additional charge. €70 per vehicle one-way, maximum 4 passengers. Transfer to/from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS), approximately 30 minutes by car.
No on-site parking. Cascais is not particularly car-friendly; the hotel recommends arriving by train.
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