Estoril
The "Portuguese Riviera"
Estoril - António Sachetti
Estoril is the most glamorous of the towns that lead along the coast from Cascais to Lisbon, the capital of Portugal. Estoril was once a small spa location but it became known as the "Portuguese Riviera" as a result of the migration of royalty during the World Wars. The Kings of Italy, Spain, Austria-Hungary and Romania all made their homes here after fleeing their own countries.
Due its close proximity to Lisbon, pleasant beach and the comfortable evening atmosphere, Estoril has long been popular with tourists from northern Europe and America. There are several golf courses within easy reach.
Bars, restaurants and discoteques stretch along a pleasant sea front that links the coastal towns from Cascais onwards. Casino Estoril is the largest casino in Europe and a venue for many international recording artists, live shows and cabarets throughout the year. Alongside the gardens are several open air bars and restaurants which provide good food and friendly service without being overly expensive.
Hotels in towns and cities close to Estoril
View of Lisbon - José Manuel
Hotels in Lisbon
Lisbon is the capital city of Portugal, with many fascinating places to visit, from the castle of St. George, to the magnificent aqaurium at the Park of the Nations. Lisbon also contains a huge range of restaurants, various musuems and parks and a friendly nightlife. Lisbon is 28 km from Estoril.....(More)
Hotels in Sintra
Sintra is one of Portugal´s most beautiful regions, long admired for its almost tropical abundance of luxuriant flora and rich vegetation. The poet Byron referred to it as a "glorious Eden". Sintra is home to an outrageously opulent palace and a beautiful Moorish castle that offers sweeping views of the surrounding countryside. Sintra is 10 km from Estoril.....(More)
Hotels in Queluz
Queluz is about 15 km north-west of Lisbon and is famed for its 18th century palace with beautiful gardens. Queluz is 14 km from Estoril.....(More)