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3-star hotels in Sintra
A shortlist of 3-star hotels in Sintra, from guesthouses and B&Bs to apart-hotels and small houses. It is for couples, families and short-break visitors who want a modest base in or near Sintra, with guest ratings and facilities shown so you can compare before booking.
Staying in Sintra
Sintra is known for its gardens and its old town, and the hotels below sit inside the town itself or just outside it: on Rua Da Amarela in Codiceira, on Capitão Mário Alberto Soares, on Dr. Alfredo Costa, on Avenida Desiderio Cambournac, on Caminho Dos Frades, on Rua Marquês Viana, on Avenida Eugene Levy, on Rua Dos Malmequeres in Janas, on Rua Eduardo Van Zeller, on Rua Nossa Senhora Da Piedade, on Rua Gago Coutinho, on Rua Dr Alfredo Da Costa, on Rua Da Biquinha, on Rua Caminho Das Azenhas Quinta Da Ribeira and on Estrada Da Pena. Many facilities repeat across the list: free wifi, family rooms and free car parking at several, gardens and terraces at others, and a bar or snack café at some.
That spread suits different trips. Couples get balconies, baths and breakfasts, and quiet houses such as Chalet Saudade or Quinta Das Murtas B&B. Families get family rooms and cots at most addresses, and a kitchen at MouraLua or Sintra Sol Apartamentos Turisticos. Business travellers get a business centre and car rental service at Sintra Bliss Hotel, and express check in at Al Penaferrim Sintra Rooms. For a short break, the highest guest ratings here are 4.6 out of 5 at three hotels, and review counts run from 22 up to 312, so both well-worn and quieter choices are represented.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Serra e Mar
Rua Da Amarela 13 Codiceira, Sintra, Portugal
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereA 3-star guesthouse on Rua Da Amarela in Codiceira, Serra e Mar pairs a 4.6 guest rating from 118 reviews with a balcony and beach access nearby. Rooms come with a private bathroom, desk and DVD player.
See Serra e MarMouraLua
Capitão Mário Alberto Soares, Sintra, Portugal
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereMouraLua suits families and longer stays: family rooms, a kitchen and air conditioning cover the practical side, while the balcony gives you somewhere to sit once the day's sightseeing is done. Free Wifi keeps everyone connected. Guests have rated it 4.6 across 70 reviews, and the Capitão Mário Alberto Soares address places you in Sintra with a cot available if you are travelling with a baby.
See MouraLuaSintra Bliss Hotel
Dr. Alfredo Costa 15 17, Sintra, Portugal
Best for: Breakfast · Business trips
- Breakfast
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereSintra Bliss Hotel is the best-reviewed of the larger 3-star options here, holding a 4.4 rating from 312 reviews. Breakfast is served on site and a concierge is on hand, which suits travellers who prefer their day in Sintra arranged for them. Air conditioning, bathrobes and a business centre round out the stay, and babysitting service makes it workable for parents. It stands on Dr. Alfredo Costa, 15 17.
See Sintra Bliss HotelHospedaria Pielas
Avenida Desiderio Cambournac Nº1 E Nº3, Sintra, Portugal
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe 4.4 rating from 259 reviews reflects how guests take to it. Free Wifi and a balcony are included, and a cot is available. It sits at Avenida Desiderio Cambournac Nº1 E Nº3, handy for settling in on arrival day without a long transfer.
See Hospedaria PielasQuinta dos Lobos Boutique Hotel Nature Experience
Caminho Dos Frades Número 1, Sintra, Portugal
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
Why stay hereQuinta dos Lobos Boutique Hotel Nature Experience is for guests who want greenery over town bustle. The name promises nature and the setting on Caminho Dos Frades supports it, with family rooms, a bar and snack café, and banquet facilities for group occasions.
See Quinta dos Lobos Boutique Hotel Nature ExperienceAl Penaferrim Sintra Rooms
Rua Marquês Viana 2, Sintra, Portugal
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereAl Penaferrim Sintra Rooms keeps things simple and well rated, with a 4.6 score from 22 reviews. Free car parking and free Wifi are the two things most guests end up valuing, and express check-in means less time at the desk. Family rooms and a cot cover those travelling with children, and each room has a balcony, desk and private bathroom. The address is Rua Marquês Viana 2 in Sintra.
See Al Penaferrim Sintra RoomsSintra Sol Apartamentos Turisticos
Avenida Eugene Levy 29, Sintra, Portugal
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereSintra Sol Apartamentos Turisticos is built around self-catering: family rooms, a garden and free car parking give groups and families room to spread out, and the beach is nearby for afternoons away from the hills. Free Wifi and housekeeping keep the practical side covered, with a balcony and coffee in each unit. It sits on Avenida Eugene Levy 29.
See Sintra Sol Apartamentos TuristicosVinha da Quinta
Rua Dos Malmequeres 1 Janas, Sintra, Portugal
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereVinha da Quinta in Janas suits families who want a garden and their own parking, both of which are provided, with the beach nearby for warmer days. Rooms have a balcony, bath and bidet, and a cot is available for infants. Free Wifi runs throughout. The Rua Dos Malmequeres 1 address keeps you slightly apart from the centre, which is the point for guests seeking quieter nights.
See Vinha da QuintaQuinta Das Murtas B&B
Rua Eduardo Van Zeller 4, Sintra, Portugal
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereQuinta Das Murtas B&B offers air conditioning, a garden and free car parking, a combination that works well for families driving to Sintra. Family rooms and cots are available, and the beach is nearby. Free Wifi and housekeeping cover the essentials, with a hairdryer in the bathroom. It occupies Rua Eduardo Van Zeller 4, close enough to town for sightseeing but set back enough to feel calm.
See Quinta Das Murtas B&BShepinetree Pinheira House
Rua Nossa Senhora Da Piedade 25, Sintra, Portugal
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereShepinetree Pinheira House stands out for its outdoor pool, a rarity among Sintra's 3-star addresses, and adds a library and terrace for slower afternoons in the garden. Breakfast is served, free car parking is provided and free Wifi is available. A babysitting service and luggage storage make it practical for families and for guests arriving before check-in. It is on Rua Nossa Senhora Da Piedade 25.
See Shepinetree Pinheira HouseOH Casa Sintra
Rua Gago Coutinho; 2, Sintra, Portugal
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereOH Casa Sintra is a small, straightforward option on Rua Gago Coutinho; 2 with air conditioning, breakfast and a terrace. The terrace is the main draw, giving you an outdoor spot in the centre rather than a garden on the outskirts, and a hairdryer and shower are fitted in the bathroom. It suits couples or solo travellers who want to be in Sintra proper and keep the stay uncomplicated.
See OH Casa SintraChalet Saudade
Rua Dr Alfredo Da Costa 23, Sintra, Portugal
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereChalet Saudade mixes the convenience of air conditioning and family rooms with a garden and beach access nearby, so days can go either way. Free Wifi, coffee and a cot are provided, and dry cleaning service helps on longer trips. Each room has a balcony and private bathroom. The house is on Rua Dr Alfredo Da Costa 23, an easy position for exploring Sintra on foot.
See Chalet SaudadeCasas da Biquinha
Rua Da Biquinha 18, Sintra, Portugal
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereCasas da Biquinha is the pick for guests who want to cook and settle in: a dishwasher, coffee and a fireplace make the apartment feel lived-in rather than rented. Family rooms, a bath with bidet and air conditioning cover comfort, and a fan is provided for warmer nights. Free Wifi is included. The Rua Da Biquinha 18 address keeps you within Sintra rather than out in the hills.
See Casas da BiquinhaSintra Center Guest House Escape to Nature
Rua Caminho Das Azenhas Quinta Da Ribeira, Sintra, Portugal
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSintra Center Guest House Escape to Nature lives up to its name with a garden and a position on Rua Caminho Das Azenhas, away from the busiest streets. Family rooms, a cot and housekeeping suit those staying several nights, and free Wifi and laundry service handle the practical side. Non-smoking rooms are available. Bathrooms come with a bath, making it a good fit for families with young children.
See Sintra Center Guest House Escape to NatureChalet Relogio Guesthouse
Estrada Da Pena Nº 22, Sintra, Portugal
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereChalet Relogio Guesthouse occupies Estrada Da Pena Nº22, a setting that suits guests who want to walk to Sintra's landmarks early. Breakfast is served and a concierge can help plan the day, while family rooms and a fan cover different needs. Carpets, a desk and coffee in the room add comfort. Bidet-fitted bathrooms complete the picture for a classic guesthouse stay.
See Chalet Relogio Guesthouse
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serra e Mar | ★★★ | – | – |
| MouraLua | ★★★ | – | – |
| Sintra Bliss Hotel | ★★★ | – | Yes |
| Hospedaria Pielas | ★★★ | – | – |
| Quinta dos Lobos Boutique Hotel Nature Experience | ★★★ | – | – |
| Al Penaferrim Sintra Rooms | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Sintra Sol Apartamentos Turisticos | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Vinha da Quinta | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Quinta Das Murtas B&B | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Shepinetree Pinheira House | ★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| OH Casa Sintra | ★★★ | – | Yes |
| Chalet Saudade | ★★★ | – | – |
| Casas da Biquinha | ★★★ | – | – |
| Sintra Center Guest House Escape to Nature | ★★★ | – | – |
| Chalet Relogio Guesthouse | ★★★ | – | Yes |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
MouraLua gives a full kitchen; Sintra Sol Apartamentos Turisticos and Casas da Biquinha have self-catering equipment too. Hospedaria Pielas, Quinta dos Lobos Boutique Hotel Nature Experience and Al Penaferrim Sintra Rooms sit among the highest-rated here at 4.3 to 4.6 out of 5, so larger groups can pick on rating as well as facilities.
MouraLua · Hospedaria Pielas · Quinta dos Lobos Boutique Hotel Nature Experience · Al Penaferrim Sintra Rooms · Sintra Sol Apartamentos Turisticos · Vinha da Quinta
Highest guest ratings
Serra e Mar, MouraLua and Al Penaferrim Sintra Rooms all score 4.6 out of 5, the best in this list. Serra e Mar has 118 reviews, MouraLua 70 and Al Penaferrim Sintra Rooms 22, so the first two rest on more guest feedback. Serra e Mar and MouraLua both offer a balcony, and Al Penaferrim Sintra Rooms adds express check in and free car parking.
With parking
Free car parking is listed at Al Penaferrim Sintra Rooms, Sintra Sol Apartamentos Turisticos, Vinha da Quinta, Quinta Das Murtas B&B and Shepinetree Pinheira House. All five are 3-star and all but Al Penaferrim Sintra Rooms also list a garden or garden access, which suits guests arriving by car and wanting outdoor space. Al Penaferrim Sintra Rooms is the highest-rated of the group at 4.6 out of 5.
Al Penaferrim Sintra Rooms · Sintra Sol Apartamentos Turisticos · Vinha da Quinta · Quinta Das Murtas B&B · Shepinetree Pinheira House
Gardens and outdoor space
A garden or terrace is listed at Sintra Sol Apartamentos Turisticos, Vinha da Quinta, Quinta Das Murtas B&B, Shepinetree Pinheira House, OH Casa Sintra, Chalet Saudade and Sintra Center Guest House Escape to Nature. Shepinetree Pinheira House goes further with an outdoor pool and a library, while Chalet Saudade pairs its garden with family rooms and beach access nearby.
Sintra Sol Apartamentos Turisticos · Vinha da Quinta · Quinta Das Murtas B&B · Shepinetree Pinheira House · OH Casa Sintra · Chalet Saudade
Things to do near Sintra
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Questions, answered
Which of these hotels has the most guest reviews?
Sintra Bliss Hotel has 312 reviews and a guest rating of 4.4 out of 5, the largest review count in this list. Hospedaria Pielas follows with 259 reviews at 4.4 out of 5, and Quinta dos Lobos Boutique Hotel Nature Experience has 235 at 4.3 out of 5.
Which hotels here offer free car parking?
Free car parking is listed at Al Penaferrim Sintra Rooms, Sintra Sol Apartamentos Turisticos, Vinha da Quinta, Quinta Das Murtas B&B and Shepinetree Pinheira House. Al Penaferrim Sintra Rooms holds the highest guest rating of these five, at 4.6 out of 5.
Where can I have breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at Sintra Bliss Hotel, Shepinetree Pinheira House, OH Casa Sintra and Chalet Relogio Guesthouse. Several others list a bar or snack café instead: Hospedaria Pielas and Quinta dos Lobos Boutique Hotel Nature Experience.
Do any hotels here have a pool or spa?
Shepinetree Pinheira House lists an outdoor pool, the only pool in this shortlist. No hotel in this list lists a spa, so for water and relaxation the pool at Shepinetree Pinheira House is the option recorded in the data.
Which hotels are best for families?
Family rooms are listed at MouraLua, Hospedaria Pielas, Quinta dos Lobos Boutique Hotel Nature Experience, Al Penaferrim Sintra Rooms, Sintra Sol Apartamentos Turisticos, Vinha da Quinta, Quinta Das Murtas B&B, Chalet Saudade, Casas da Biquinha, Sintra Center Guest House Escape to Nature and Chalet Relogio Guesthouse. Cots are listed at most of them.
Which hotels have the highest guest ratings?
Three hotels score 4.6 out of 5: Serra e Mar, MouraLua and Al Penaferrim Sintra Rooms. Sintra Bliss Hotel and Hospedaria Pielas follow at 4.4 out of 5, and Quinta dos Lobos Boutique Hotel Nature Experience at 4.3 out of 5.
Are pets allowed at these hotels?
No hotel in this shortlist lists pets among its facilities, so the data records none that accept them. If you travel with a pet, check directly with your chosen hotel, such as Chalet Saudade or Quinta Das Murtas B&B, before booking.
Is there a hotel with a kitchen?
MouraLua lists a kitchen among its facilities, and Casas da Biquinha lists a dishwasher, so both suit guests who want to prepare food. Sintra Sol Apartamentos Turisticos is presented as apartamentos turisticos and also lists family rooms, free wifi and free car parking.