If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Troia Beach, located 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from central Troia. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Galapos Beach, Portinho da Arrabida Beach, and Atlântica Beach.
If being by the water is a major draw, Galapos Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 5 mi (8.1 km) from central Setubal. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Portinho da Arrabida Beach located nearby.
If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to Porto Covo Beach located 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from central Porto Covo. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Sao Torpes Beach, Ilha do Pessegueiro Beach, and Malhão Beach.
Explore the great outdoors at Arrabida Natural Park, a lovely green space in Nossa Senhora da Anunciada. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
See the exotic and native animals who live at Safari Badoca Park during your travels in Santo Andre. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's entertainment venues.
Check out reviews of Setúbal District hotels guests love
Upon Harbor - Seixal Bay Hotel
10/10 Excellent
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We recently stayed at the Upper Harbor Hotel for a city trip to Lisbon, and it turned out to be an excellent choice. Since the hotel had only been open for about three months when we arrived, everything felt incredibly fresh and modern.
Location & Logistics
The hotel’s location is a major plus if you want to avoid the chaos of city traffic.
The Ferry Connection: It is about a 20-minute walk to the docks, where you can catch a 10-minute ferry directly into the center of Lisbon.
No Car Needed: Parking in central Lisbon is notoriously difficult, so utilizing the ferry is much more convenient.
The hotel does offer an underground parking area for an additional cost, but there is more than enough space around the hotel for free. This is an apart-hotel, so the rooms are exceptionally large and well-equipped: Our room included a full kitchen with a dishwasher and a large TV. While the IT team was still finalizing the "casting" features (Netflix, etc.) during our stay, the hardware is all top-tier.
The beds were very comfortable, ensuring a great night's sleep.
It features a massive walk-in shower. Ironically, it’s almost too big—the shelf for shampoo is a few steps away from the water, which isn't the most practical layout, but it is certainly spacious.
Breakfast: A standout feature! It provided a full spread with everything you could possibly need to start"
"This is was a great one night stay before catching a flight home. Easy 20 min drive to the airport. Hotel is right on the water and has an amazing sunset view from the roof. The roof has a bar restaurant and a pool. We were there in March and the pool was heated with a glass roof. We had a room with bunk bed like beds for the kids and they loved it. I think they have a garage, but there was plenty of street parking. The staff were wonderful. I would definitely recommend "
"A wonderful place to stay near the beach. Breakfast was great, lots of selection and staff were wonderful. Good customer service. Very friendly, welcoming and helpful. Thank you."
"Main issue with this hotel was that while it mentions Air Conditioning, the AC gets turned off in the evening around 8PM. When it's cool outside and we can open the windows it's very noisy, but manageable. However, we had a few nights where it was very hot and the staff could not turn the AC back on. Additionally, our daughter was in a room with two teammates (she was there for a sport tournament) and the staff locked the patio door (only window) for liability reasons. So their room were extra hot, not even a fan provided, it was not pleasant to sleep there.
Rooms were clean but one room had broken fridge, the other one broken safe.
The breakfast buffet is very good.
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If you're eager to find a budget-friendly place to stay in Setúbal District, consider booking a motel. Take a look at Mood - Private Suites where you'll find free WiFi and free parking.
Can I stay in a hostel in Setúbal District?
Hostels can be a cheaper alternative to Setúbal District hotels, as you can stay in a shared dormitory. There are 12 hostels in Setúbal District. Lisbon South Hostel offers free in-room WiFi and a rooftop terrace. Hi Setubal Pousada de Juventude - Hostel has free breakfast and free in-room WiFi. Jardins de São Luís is another low-cost option.
What are the best cheap things to do in Setúbal District?
Sightseeing doesn't have to break the bank. For some things to do in Setúbal District, try a visit to attractions like Dom Fernando II e Gloria Ship and Elevador Panoramico da Boca do Vento during your trip. Be certain to include a visit to Park Natural da Arrabida.
