About this property
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 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
Francesco
Italy“We have been upgraded and the room we were given was fabulous. We stayed only one night and enjoyed a nice dinner with a good bottle of red Portuguese wine at their restaurant. The breakfast is also exceptional”- Marta Italy“The atmosphere, the attention to details and the location. Staff was really professional and kind. Ideal hotel also for families”
- Davide Italy“Great Hotel, Just at the entrance of the obidos Village. The room was perfect, clean and cosy, the hotel is just overwhelming, the restaurant is super good and the breakfast too Super recommended”
- Marcus
Portugal“The hotel in itself is amazingly beautiful. Great location. Decorated with books all over, inner patio. Rooms are very stylish. Coffee machine in the room. Classy breakfast full of pastry.” - David
United Kingdom“The property is an experience in of itself, there are lots of little corners to explore and it blends naturally with Óbidos’ aesthetics. Location is ideal, very close to the castle walls but not in the middle of all the day-trip tourists.” 
Shlomit
Israel“Such a special place!! We loved everything. We were in a big room with a sitting part, beautiful decoration everywhere. Great breakfast in an amazing dining room. We would love to come back!!”- James
Netherlands“What a fantastic hotel. So different from your usual hotel. I could have stayed so much longer here. Great just being able to have a drink or meal (or in your bedroom) and grab a book or two to read or flick through. It’s just superb. Staff were...” - Kim
Australia“The staff and quirky decor. Bed was comfy as well.” - Conal United Kingdom“Brilliant staff, great breakfast, gorgeous gun bar, fantastic location, very comfortable bed.”
- Nick United Kingdom“This has all the potential of being a great stay. Staff were efficient on check in and helped carry our bags to our room, 7. Upon entering our room on I was greeted by the smell of sewerage and a stain on the bedspread. The room had a balcony with...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Book and Cook
- CuisinePortuguese
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
House rules
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 print
License number: 3354
