Pena Palace from the air: its red clock tower and yellow domed wings on a wooded crag, the plain running out to the Atlantic.
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Sintra historic centre

Villa Luxa

Villa Luxa

Villa Luxa is a charming boutique hotel in the heart of Sintra. Set in a beautiful historic building, our rooms are filled with character, antiques and timeless details. With its intimate atmosphere and personal touch, Villa Luxa offers a unique stay that feels warm, welcoming and truly special, the perfect place to experience the magic of Sintra.

The entrance hall: a round gilt mirror over a carved marble-topped console, an antique telephone on a stack of books, a leather trunk beneath, on a black and cream chequered floor.
The lobby lounge: a white wood stove between two framed world maps, a gilt floor lamp, an upholstered armchair and a zebra rug, lit warm under whitewashed beams.

Four ways to stay

Ivory room under a crystal chandelier: a made-up bed with folded towels, a carved round table and a patterned armchair, and a tall window open onto the light.

Family Room with Terrace

1 king bed, 1 queen bed · Sleeps 4
Family room under exposed timber rafters: a king bed with teal cushions in front, a second bed beyond and a carved console under a gilt mirror.

Family Room

1 king bed, 1 queen bed · Sleeps 4
Suite with a red velvet headboard, orange and pink cushions, an antique carved dressing table and a red armchair by the window.

Deluxe King Suite

1 king bed · Sleeps 2
Pale blue double room: a navy velvet headboard between brass reading lamps, an oval mirror in a tall blue frame and a glazed cabinet of folded towels.

Deluxe Double Room

1 double bed · Sleeps 2
All rooms

Tours & packages

Chalet Biester’s slate roofs and pale stone walls among tree ferns and a copper beech, the Moorish Castle’s crag behind it in mist.
Tour & Room

Sintra in a day

€200 for two · 1 night

A night at Villa Luxa and the Discover Sintra tour, arranged together: the palaces, the gardens and the views, with the planning done for you.
Cabo da Roca from the air: the red-topped lighthouse on the clifftop, green headlands running down to the Atlantic.
Tour & Room

Sintra & the coast

€400 for two · 2 nights

Two nights at Villa Luxa and two guided days out: Sintra’s palaces and lookouts, and the cliffs, beaches and villages of the Atlantic coast.
Pena Palace from the air: its red clock tower, yellow domed wings and crenellated terraces on the crag, the wooded serra beyond.
Tour only

Discover Sintra

€50 per person

The palaces, a hidden house in its gardens and the lookouts over all of it, with a local guide who knows the way. Collected and brought back, with nothing to plan.
Praia da Adraga at sunset: wet sand, a dark cliff and a pointed sea stack against a pink and gold sky.
Tour only

The Atlantic coast

€75 per person

West from the serra to the ocean: cliffs, a beach under them, a fishing village on the rocks and the seaside town of Cascais, with a local guide.
All tours & packages

What guests say

“What a wonderful stay! The room was beautiful, a Victorian chic look, clean and comfortable for my husband, our two kids and I (a total of 4). The hospitality makes a difference and the location was perfect… Around all the sightseeing.”
A. - USA
“It’s a beautiful property in a very good location. Charming — it’s beautifully decorated with amazing furniture that really gives you the experience of being ‘in Portugal’ (compared to a chain hotel).”
C. - Canada
“Small luxury style hotel like your own house. High level of charm. If you are looking for traditional services in common hotels this is not your place. In contrast if you are searching for a place to remember in years like staying in a friend’s house this is yours.”
J. - Spain
“Everything was very beautiful, the room was quite charming and inviting. The bedroom windows offered a breathtaking view of the Sintra mountains, including the Moorish Castle. Next to the trees, with easy access to all kinds of markets, restaurants, and shops. Excellent and 5 stars!”
M. - Brazil
“Excellent, very central location for visiting Sintra, the welcome is charming and arrival can be done independently. We had the family room with a view of the castle.”
A. - France
“A warm welcome. Perfect location for visiting the main monuments of Sintra. The hotel has a really beautiful vintage decor.”
E. - Portugal

Verified stays via Booking.com · 2025-2026

Dusk over Sintra: the National Palace’s conical chimneys lit gold above the town rooftops, the plain fading to the horizon.

Sintra rewards the overnight

When the day-trippers leave, Sintra goes quiet. Stay the night and wake up with the town to yourself.

Frequently asked questions

The practical things guests ask us most.

What time are check-in and check-out?

Check-in 15:00-00:00 Check-out by 11:00

Can I arrive early or leave late?

Early check-in is €20. Your room from 12:00, to settle in straight after the journey. Requests for early check-in should be communicated in advance.

Late check-out is €20. Keep the room until 14:00 and take the morning slowly. Requests for late check-out should be communicated in advance.

Add either early check-in or late check-out when you book.

What is the cancellation policy?

It depends on the rate you book. On the Flexible rate, you can cancel free of charge up to 7 days before you arrive; closer to the date, a cancellation charge may apply. A Non-refundable booking can’t be cancelled free of charge, and what you’ve paid isn’t returned.

Is there parking?

Please note that there is no parking available in front of the hotel, and the historic centre has many one-way streets. To make your arrival as easy and stress-free as possible, we recommend leaving your car in one of the nearby public car parks and taking a taxi or Bolt (not Uber) to the hotel.

Nearest parking options:

Map of the streets east of Villa Luxa, marked for parking. The two public car parks to the north-east are paid, and so is the winding road between them. On the main road below the house, the stretch nearest it is paid and two stretches further east, past Fonte Mourisca, are free. Police are on the road from 9:00 to 18:00. Open the map full size
How do I get here from the airport?

Lisbon Airport (LIS) is approximately 30 km away. We offer private transfers for up to 6 passengers at €50 each way. Advance booking is recommended to ensure your private car is reserved and ready for you.

Can I come by train?

The train journey from Lisbon to Sintra takes approximately 40 minutes, with several departures every hour. From Sintra station, it’s just a 10-minute uphill walk to the hotel.

Can I bring my pet?

Pets are welcome for an additional fee of €20 per stay. Please note that pets are not permitted in the smallest room category (Deluxe Double Room). Kindly let us know in advance if you’ll be bringing your pet.

How far are the palaces?

Most of Sintra is on foot from the door; Pena, on its crag, is a short bus ride.

The historic centre
1 min walk
Sintra National Palace
3 min walk
Biester Palace
5 min walk
Quinta da Regaleira
7 min walk
Pena Palace
15 min by bus

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