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The Literary Man

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Obidos Castle

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Located near Obidos Castle, The Literary Man offers a tranquil retreat with continental breakfast, a serene garden, and rejuvenating spa services. Connect to WiFi or get lost in the pages of a book from the library. Previous guests have praised the delicious breakfast and attentive staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Minibar
The current price is CNY638
CNY1,087 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 8 - Jun 9

Why we love this property

Flavor-filled dining
This hotel offers a restaurant, a bar, and free continental breakfast. Savor diverse dining from morning indulgence to evening unwinding.
Cozy bedroom essentials
Drift into dreamland under a sumptuous down comforter in this hotel. After waking, guests can indulge in refreshing treats from their in-room minibar.

Room options

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Suite | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi

Premium Suite

  • Garden view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Room | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi

Economy Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Suite | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi

Deluxe Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Rua de Dom João de Ornelas, Obidos, 2510-074

What's nearby

  • Vila Natal - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Church of Saint Peter - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Castelo, Walls & Aqueduct - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Obidos Castle - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Grande Mercado Medieval de Obidos - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) - 56 min drive
  • Caldas Da Rainha Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Avocado Caffe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ibn Errik Rex - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pastelaria d'Avó de Adélia - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nata De Lisboa - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Capinha d'Óbidos - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Literary Man

At The Literary Man, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Obidos Castle and Obidos Lagoon. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 27 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM
    • Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free offsite parking within 328 ft
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children's games
  • Children's books

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 40.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 50.0 per night

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Cashless transactions are available.

Property Registration Number 125

Also known as

Literary Man Hotel Obidos

Literary Man Hotel

Literary Man Obidos

The Literary Man Hotel

The Literary Man Obidos

The Literary Man Hotel Obidos

Frequently asked questions

Does The Literary Man offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Literary Man does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Literary Man?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Literary Man?

No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Literary Man?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge.

What is there to do at The Literary Man and nearby?

The Literary Man has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Literary Man?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Literary Man like?

The Literary Man is a short 13-minute walk from Obidos Castle and 5 minutes' walk from Grande Mercado Medieval de Obidos.

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Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The breakfast was consistently described as superb, wonderful, amazing, and delicious by multiple guests. (38 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were wonderful! Room was large, clean and inviting! Loved the hundreds of books throughout!
Kathleen, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We had such a nice time here. Found a fun book to read for my travels and enjoyed a fantastic breakfast. If you are visiting the castle, you have to stay here!
Stanford, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

One of the most unique hotels we stayed at in Portugal. The staff were some of the nicest people we met. The breakfast was amazing and the location can’t be beat, right in the heart of Obidos.
Danielle, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great atmosphere, excellent breakfast, friendly staff.
Jennifer, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

A good hotel very near to the historical area
Maria Açucena, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were friendly and the breakfast was amazing!
Sandra, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, awesome staff and a must stay for book lovers!
Mark, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff is absolutely lovely
Phil, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location.
Marcelo, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful dinner and breakfast!
Therese, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were very friendly. The hotel is very relaxing.
Stephen, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely wonderful! Amazing place. Wonderful staff. Excellent food and beverage. Perfect location.
CYRIL, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

A unique experience with a welcoming and attentive staff.
Dale, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Lovely setting.
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing breakfast

The place is so cute , with books everywhere and a gourgeous setup. Love the breakfast!
Frances, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I absolutely loved this hotel. Was my favorite hotel on a 3 month European tour. Obedias was a recommendation from friends I met along the way and it did not disappoint
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is literally steps from the Moorish castle walls! The town is charming and very photogenic. The hotel was full of history! The bed was very comfortable, and the staff were pleasant.
Dean, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect!

A wonderful hotel, charming in every way and perfectly situated. Thank you. Family will be back
Sandra, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Loved this hotel. Right outside the city walls it was very convenient for parking (December) and to enter the old city. The hotel is old worldly, in a good way. The breakfast was fabulous. Lots of choice with much of it home made.
Florence, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great for book lovers!

Really quirky hotel. Amazing for book lovers and those who love old architecture. The restaurant was also good for dinner with a range of options including vegetarian. The breakfast was a buffet style but superb.
Lorna, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was small, but clean. The staff was very helpful. The restaurant was wonderful. Food was delicious.
Colleen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Best stay in Obidos!

Best location in Obidos. Decorated boutique hotel. Very comfortable old and cozy rooms. Wonderful staff. Great Breakfast.
Ran, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The most friendly amazing staff !!! Quaint and lovely and fun and unique
Julie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel and food!!

Amazing!! Loved this place full of books on every shelf in all the rooms. Amazing chef and food on site!!! Excellent staff. Convenient to walking streets and the wall around the city.
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Love the vibe and 59,000 books throughout- great staff. Very friendly and helpful.
Jeff, 1-night trip