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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

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

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 CNY804
CNY869 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12

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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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

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Superior Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Free bottled water
Air conditioning
Crib/infant bed
Down comforter
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Suite | 1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Premium Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Down duvet
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Crib/infant bed
Down comforter
Sleep Number by Select Comfort mattress
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Economy Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Free bottled water
Air conditioning
Crib/infant bed
Down comforter
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite | 1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Free bottled water
Air conditioning
Crib/infant bed
Down comforter
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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
  • Obidos Castle - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Grande Mercado Medieval de Obidos - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Foz do Arelho Beach - 19 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Praia D'El Rey Golf Course - 19 min drive - 22.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafetaria da Moura - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Luciano Pane Della Vita - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Memória Restaurant & Wine Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Avocado Caffe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nata De Lisboa - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Literary Man

The Literary Man is a great choice for a stay in Obidos. Guests indulge in massages, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 30 rooms
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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
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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 8:00 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

Facilities

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

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.

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 does not have elevators.
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.

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 3 minutes' walk from Vila Natal.

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The Literary Man Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, fabulous, and amazing by multiple guests. (26 reviews)
  • The dining experience was exceptional with delicious food, unique atmosphere, and excellent service. (11 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Staff is absolutely lovely
Phil, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful dinner and breakfast!
Therese, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

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

8/10 Very good

Always a favourite stay for me in portugal. I love the location (cute medieval town with lots of shops and restaurants) and the atmosphere (the books!) and the food at the restaurant is delicious.
tiffany, 1-night trip

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

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

10/10 Exceptional

I loved all the books and the medieval theme. The restaurant was delicious! The staff friendly and considerate.
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love the service
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

One of a kind. Loved it
Uma, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing setting with books all around. The breakfast buffet looked like a work of art. Dinner in the restaurant was also fabulous The staff were so friendly and helpful. The only downside was the limited hot water but they were working on that fix while we were there. Would absolutely recommend.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the feel of this hotel. So fun and inviting. Wish I had more time to sit and read. And drink gin, of course!
Gina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Unique property because of the decoration and theme.
Maria, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The food was excellent in the restaurant and breakfast. The restaurant was nice. The carpet throughout the hotel needs to be removed. It smells musty and old.
Jeannie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

One of a kind, special spot. The dining room is amazing with the lighting, and all the books. Dinner was delicious. The staff went out of their way to help us. We already recommended this hotel to our adult kids.
Paula, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

An unusual hotel in a great location. Facilities a little basic/ tired, but everything worked. Staff very friendly and available. Communal spaces (lobby, dining, library) were quirky and fun. Good restaurants close by and easy access to the old center of Obidos. Good value and happy to recommend.
Alastair, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Special place

Unique hotel. Located in the old part. The reception lady was very nice and helpful. The hotel has endless amount off books all over. Room are spacious and with balcony- special for each one. The atmosphere is relaxing .
Keren, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Such a unique experience! Recommend to everyone
Allie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Hotel! There is really not a lot of things to do in Obidos other than seeing the castle, but if you are thinking of staying in Obidos, I highly recommend this hotel. The vibe is so serene. We got a free bottle of wine as our VIP perk and we were able to enjoy it while reading some books in their courtyard - i wished that space would have been bigger but its still great. the free breakfast is amazing. Nothing like the ones in north america. We really enjoyed our relaxing stay in this hotel!
Rachelle, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The hotel is unique, but the room was with heavy smell of mildaw, small bathroom, terrible matress
Boas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

In the Obidos old town, next to the wall. 70,000 books. Books are everywhere. Breakfast is fabulous. Few min walking to the attractions. Water is not hot enough for shower.
Sanh, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Book-lover’s paradise

Super fun place if you love books. The staff could not have been kinder. We had a great dinner in the restaurant, with fun drinks. Nice wine list as well. Breakfast was included and was a very good European style buffet. The room was large and comfortable, though things looked a little worn. Parked on the street right in front of the hotel (off season). I’d definitely go back.
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I loved that feeling of being transported to an old library of the past... Nothing compares to the smell and comfort physical books give you. And they were everywhere - even in the guest rooms. My only regret is not staying long enough to read a few of the books they had on display while cuddled in the gorgeous sofas in the common spaces. I also loved the comfortable minimalism of our suite, which had two full bathrooms (quite an unexpected perk).
Deyana, 1-night trip