🇵🇹 Sintra, Portugal

5 Best Hotels in Sintra

Five of Sintra’s strongest hotels, selected through Booking.com ratings and verified guest review volume.

Last updated: Sep 9, 2026

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Penha Longa ResortSintra★★★★★5stays selection9.4325489€
Hotel Nova Sintra - Adults onlySintra★★★★★5stays selection9.3508124€
Hotel Sintra JardimSintra★★★★★5stays selection9.01,849134€
Sintra Boutique HotelSintra★★★★★5stays selection8.7826176€
Vila Gale Collection SintraSintra★★★★★5stays selection8.63,302174€

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Top 5 hotels in SintraBooking.com rating and reviews

Penha Longa Resort in Sintra
★★★★★5stays selection9.4325 reviews

Penha Longa Resort

Penha Longa is a full-service resort in the Sintra hills with golf, pools and destination dining. It suits quiet luxury breaks. A car or taxi is essential for the historic centre.

Sintra
From489€ per night
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Hotel Nova Sintra - Adults only in Sintra
★★★★★5stays selection9.3508 reviews

Hotel Nova Sintra - Adults only

Hotel Nova Sintra is a small adults-only hotel with a leafy terrace near the station. It suits relaxed palace visits without a car. Rooms and facilities are modest rather than luxurious.

Sintra
From124€ per night
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Hotel Sintra Jardim in Sintra
★★★★★5stays selection9.01,849 reviews

Hotel Sintra Jardim

Hotel Sintra Jardim occupies a traditional house with gardens and an outdoor pool. It suits quiet stays within reach of the old centre. The uphill walk can feel demanding with luggage.

Sintra
From134€ per night
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Sintra Boutique Hotel in Sintra
★★★★★5stays selection8.7826 reviews

Sintra Boutique Hotel

Sintra Boutique Hotel sits opposite the National Palace in the historic centre. It suits short sightseeing stays with restaurants outside. Outdoor leisure space is limited.

Sintra
From176€ per night
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Vila Gale Collection Sintra in Sintra
★★★★★5stays selection8.63,302 reviews

Vila Gale Collection Sintra

Vila Gale Collection Sintra is a large wellness hotel with pools and broad countryside views. It suits family or spa-led stays. The old town is not convenient on foot.

Sintra
From174€ per night
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Villa Bela Vista in Sintra

Where to stay in Sintra

The historic centre is best for palaces, restaurants and a short car-free stay. Hotels toward Penha Longa and Várzea offer pools, gardens and parking but sit away from the old town. Expect steep streets, cool evenings and busy palace traffic in peak season.

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Frequently asked questions

Hotels in Sintra: common questions

01Which is the best place to stay in Sintra?

Villa Bela Vista currently ranks first in this comparison with a 9.6 Booking.com rating from 1,014 verified reviews. All five selected properties are inside Sintra municipality.

02How were the best hotels in Sintra selected?

We balance the current Booking.com guest rating with the number of verified reviews. A very high score supported by only a few stays is not treated the same as a strong score backed by hundreds of reviews.

03Are all five properties conventional hotels?

Not always. This Sintra shortlist currently includes B&B, hotel or accommodation. The property type and exact area are stated on each card.

04How much does accommodation in Sintra cost?

Indicative prices in this shortlist currently range from 124€ to 489€ per night. Live rates change with dates, room type and availability.

05What is the best area to stay in Sintra?

The exact location of every selected property is stated on its card. Compare it with the map before booking.

06Do you need a car in Sintra?

A car is useful for rural properties and for exploring the wider municipality. If you choose a central stay, confirm walking distances and available public transport before deciding.

07Are the ratings and reviews for Sintra current?

The displayed Booking.com ratings and review counts were checked on the last-updated date at the top of this page. They can move as new verified reviews are published.

08Does the Stay22 map show live prices in Sintra?

Yes. The map is a separate live comparison layer where dates, guests and current availability can be explored. The five editorial cards continue to link to Booking.com.

09When should you book accommodation in Sintra?

Book earlier for summer, holidays, festivals and event weekends. Smaller destination markets often have limited rooms, so the strongest refundable options may sell first.

10Are all five stays actually in Sintra?

Yes. All five properties in the current shortlist were checked against Portuguese municipal boundaries and are inside Sintra municipality.