The Literary Man Obidos Hotel
Dom João D´Ornelas, 2510-074 Óbidos, Portugal – Excellent location - show map – Railway access
The Literary Man Obidos Hotel
The Literary Man Óbidos Hotel is a unique literary hotel and the biggest in the world. Located next to the Óbidos Castle, this former convent kept its original charm and was converted in to a hotel called Estalagem do Convento in 1965. With 30 rooms, the interiors shows an option of traditional decoration and an eco and modern style. The rooms are equipped with LCD's, heating and air conditioning, free WiFi, and some units offer a minibar. It has various international books distributed for all the hotel, a restaurant, a gin bar and a lounge with an antique fireplace. Guests can choose from a literary menu. Óbidos Lagoon is just 5 km away. Caldas da Rainha and Peniche as well as its beaches are a 10-minute drive. Lisbon International Airport is 79 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- OliverUnited Kingdom“One of the best hotel I have stayed in it was so relaxing and a lovely rough round the edges that made it like being in an hotel set in a library”
- DorienPortugal“The room was really spacious and the staff super kind! Amazing breakfast and beautiful and authentic building in the centre. You can park your car on a big parking 5 minutes walk from the hotel. We decided to stay one more night. We (and our 2...”
- LucyUnited States“The literary theme was amazing. The person at the front desk was very welcoming and went out of her way to help us. She was exceptional. The on site restaurant was very nice. Great dinner! The breakfast was a huge treat - lots of healthy options....”
- BernardIreland“The service was super, but when you add the ambience and the exquisite range of food to be offer in the restaurant. This is most definitely at 10 every time”
- NigelUnited Kingdom“Quirky stylish venue with all main requirements. Excellent Portuguese style breakfast & quality meal in the restaurant”
- AyalIsrael“Amazing atmosphere, great breakfast! Extremely friendly staff”
- KetynUnited Kingdom“We loved its unique blend of ancient and modern. The culmination of culture, elegance and quirky architectural detail, all encapsulated in a literary lover’s heaven! We also loved the huge and comfortable bed and pillows. The location is very...”
- JonathonUnited States“Breakfast was excellent. The Literary Man is so good that it is itself a destination. I'd go there just to relax.”
- YaelIsrael“The place looks beautiful and the location was great.”
- RaewynNew Zealand“Unique! Amazing atmosphere with the decor and beauty of the books. Excellent breakfast and very pleasant staff.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Book and Cook
- CuisinePortuguese
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
Facilities of The Literary Man Obidos HotelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.1
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Bar
- Toilet paper
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Wardrobe or closet
- Inner courtyard view
- Garden view
- Sun terrace
- Garden
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Cooking classAdditional charge
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Telephone
- TV
- Coffee house on site
- Fruits
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Invoice provided
- Luggage storage
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- Safety deposit box
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- MassageAdditional charge
- English
- Spanish
- Portuguese
House rulesThe Literary Man Obidos Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
License number: 3354
FAQs about The Literary Man Obidos Hotel
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Check-in at The Literary Man Obidos Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.
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Room options at The Literary Man Obidos Hotel include:
- Twin/Double
- Suite
- Double
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The prices at The Literary Man Obidos Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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The Literary Man Obidos Hotel is 200 yards from the centre of Óbidos. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The Literary Man Obidos Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Massage
- Cooking class
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The Literary Man Obidos Hotel has 1 restaurant:
- Book and Cook
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Guests staying at The Literary Man Obidos Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.4).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free