Accommodation in Portugal:
Alexandre de Almeida Hotels of Portugal
Hotéis Alexandre de Almeida: Hotelier Tradition since 1917
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Alexandre
de Almeida Hotels of Portugal is the oldest hotel chain in Portugal
and today consists of five of the most historic and traditional
hotels in Portugal. The company was founded in 1917, by Alexandre
de Almeida, a pioneer in the Portuguese hotel industry, tourism
and hotel education.
The family-owned chain, now under the management of the third
generation of the Almeida family, proudly bears the name of its
founder and strives to maintain his ideals and ambition to be the
finest hotel company in Portugal. These lofty aims are all designed
for and directed towards providing each hotel guest with overall
quality accommodation, superior service, and fine cuisine. The Almeida
family has always firmly believed that a satisfied guest is the
most cost effective method of advertising!
Bussaco Palace Hotel: Coimbra
 The
unique and legendary 4-Star Bussaco Palace Hotel, the last hunting
palace of the Portuguese kings, is nestled in the heart of one of
Europe's botanical treasures, Bussaco National Park. Here one will
find a true masterpiece of Neo-Manueline fantasy.
Located close to the famed university of Coimbra, the palace became
a hotel in 1917, and has a long-established reputation as one of
the world’s most beautiful historical hotels.
Sumptuously furnished, the beautiful Bussaco Palace Hotel is decorated
with magnificent glazed tile panels and valuable paintings depicting
scenes from Portugal’s colorful maritime history. Its splendid
floral gardens and the magnificent National Forest of Bussaco, planted
by the Carmelite monks centuries ago, attract visitors from all
over the world.
Bussaco
Palace Hotel
Palace Hotel of Curia
 The
impressive 3-Star Palace Hotel of Curia, one of the last examples
of Art Nouveau resorts to be built in Europe, opened in 1926. It
is another fine example of the extravagance of the "Golden
Twenties" combined with the grand tradition of Portuguese hospitality
and service.
This architectural jewel, next to a golf course, is surrounded
by a large private park with gardens and vineyards. Mid-way between
Lisbon and Porto, and near Coimbra, it is the ideal location for
those who want to visit central Portugal while enjoying the spa
facilities of the Curia hot springs.
Palace Hotel of Curia
Hotel Astória: Coimbra
The 3 Star Hotel Astória is conveniently located in the
heart of Coimbra on the picturesque Mondego river. Just 50 meters
away is the noble and historic “pedestrian way", and
close by is the famous University, as well as numerous other major
spots of interest.
The charming and stylish Astoria offers both the leisure visitor
and businessman classic accommodation in an ambience of understated
elegance. This architectural Art Deco landmark, dating from 1926,
is recognized to this day as Coimbra's "Grand Hotel”,
known for its elegant comfort, traditional refined European service
and the Restaurant "L'Amphitryon”. Its location is ideal
for exploring this fascinating city on foot.
Hotel Astória
Hotel Métropole: Lisbon
 The
Hotel Métropole (3 Star R), in Lisbon, is prestiously situated
on the city's main Rossio Square. The hotel first opened its doors
in 1917 and is today often described as the city’s "Boutique"
hotel.
Completely renovated in 1993, the Almeida family has taken great
pains to maintain all of The Métropole’s original glorious
features and its "Golden Twenties" flair, replete with
all modern conveniences and traditional Portuguese antiques.
The Métropole offers 36 distinctly appointed rooms, conveniently
furnished with private bath or shower as well as conference rooms
for up to 25 persons. The Hotel Métropole offers exceptional
views of the Baixa, the historic Alfama area and the Castle of St.
George.
Hotel Métropole
 Hotel
Praia-Mar: Estoril Coast
Lisbon by the sea... Quietly located on the largest sandy beach
of the Lisbon Estoril Coast, the timeless and contemporary 4 Star
Hotel Praia-Maris the first city hotel by the Atlantic Ocean.
A creative statement of classic elegance with the best that modern
European interior design can offer, it offers a unique interpretation
of comfort and luxury.
Each room affords breathtaking views over both the sea and either
the Tagus River Estuary or the Sintra Hills. Pure tranquility and
rest. For superb dining try the "Rosa dos Ventos" restaurant,
with its overwhelming oceanfront view.
Hotel Praia Mar
Dining
Each of the hotels’ restaurants has earned acclaim as a
haven of gastronomic delight - veritable "embassies" of
the best tastes of Portugal as well as of classic French cuisine.
Naturally, such a reputation can only be enhanced by the wide range
of Bussaco wines on offer, exclusively produced since 1919 with
grapes grown on Almeida Estates in the demarcated Bairrada
region.
The Alexandre de Almeida Hotels of Portugal chain continues
to thrive. Its current Managing Director, Alexandre de Almeida -
grandson of the company's founder - holds as top priorities the
aims on which the chain was founded: to provide its guests with
fine accommodation, quality service, excellent cuisine, and top
value for money in the fields in which it competes.
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