Nestled in São Pedro de Penaferrim, Storytellers Villas offers a serene getaway with a rooftop terrace and garden. Treat yourself to a massage or explore the nearby Pena Palace and Sintra National Palace. With free WiFi, dry cleaning services, bike rentals, barbecue grills and helpful staff leaving lasting impressions on previous guests.
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Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Airport transfer
Free WiFi
Connecting rooms available
Air conditioning
Bar
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Rooftop terrace
Breakfast available
Bar/lounge
Room service
Airport shuttle
Beach shuttle
Terrace
Air conditioning
Garden
Library
Front-desk safe
Feel at home (6)
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Premium TV channels
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
$100 nightly
The total price is $109
$109 total
May 31 - Jun 1
Total with taxes and fees
Why we love this property
Foodie-friendly options
Cooked-to-order breakfast satisfies morning cravings at this guesthouse. The on-site bar provides a cozy spot for evening unwinding.
Premium comfort awaits
This guesthouse offers premium bedding with Frette Italian sheets on Tempur-Pedic mattresses. Rooms feature furnished balconies and curated decor.
Featuring a rooftop terrace, Storytellers Villas puts you within a 10-minute drive of Pena Palace. You can be pampered with massages, then unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
6 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance 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
Onsite parking available only on request
Free onsite self parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Offsite
Beach shuttle*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 9:00 AM–11:00 AM
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Room service (late night)
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1865
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Garden
Picnic area
Library
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Accessible airport shuttle
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium digital channels
Netflix
Pay movies
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Espresso maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Tempur-Pedic mattress
What to enjoy
Furnished balcony/patio
Yard
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Free bottled water
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Access via exterior corridors
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 2.00 per person, per night, up to 3 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 12.5 for adults and EUR 8 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 100 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
Beach shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 15.0 per night
Parking
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
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.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number 87965/AL
Also known as
Storytellers Villas Guesthouse Sintra
Storytellers house Sintra
Storytellers Villas Sintra
Storytellers Villas Guesthouse
Storytellers Villas Guesthouse Sintra
Frequently asked questions
Does Storytellers Villas offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Storytellers Villas 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 Storytellers Villas?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Storytellers Villas?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Storytellers Villas?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 100 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Storytellers Villas?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Storytellers Villas?
No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but Estoril Casino (11-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Storytellers Villas and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and horseback riding. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Does Storytellers Villas have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio and a yard.
What's the area around Storytellers Villas like?
Storytellers Villas is a short 18-minute walk from Moorish Castle and 19 minutes' walk from Sintra National Palace.
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Reviews
Storytellers Villas Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.4
Location
9.6
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as amazing, delicious, and exceptionally good with a variety of items to choose from. (18 reviews)
Parking was easy, plentiful, and free, with some even located directly across the street. (4 reviews)
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2026
Safe, beautiful, nice location. Parking was great.
Briar
Briar, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 7, 2026
Stay was great, we were slightly delayed receiving the room but we were provided keys and our luggage was stored and put into the room for when we came back. Checkout was early so we were able to leave the keys on the counter and leave through the side door which locked behind us. Free parking was available in the lot across the street.
Micheal
Micheal, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 19, 2025
They were very accommodating and always checking to see if you needed anything. Nicely kept unit and very peaceful setting.
Dan
Dan, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2025
This is a beautiful place to stay if you’re planning a trip to Sintra.
Our room was beautiful and thé service impeccable!
I would highly recommend it!
Sophie
Sophie, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 25, 2025
Room was clean and decorated beautifully.
The only issue we had was the electricity would randomly shut off- happened a couple times in a 12 hour stay. Seems to be a common occurrence at this property.
Yvonne
Yvonne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2025
We loved this hotel. The staff was kind and helpful, especially Bonnie who kept our room spotless…anything we needed they provided. It’s not a modern property but we preferred the roominess of having 2 bedrooms and close to many restaurants. There is a great little coffee shop next door with delicious pastries we went to every day!
Karen
Karen, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2025
Very tidy, clean and quiet room. Staff were excellent
Stuart
Stuart, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2025
It was cute and clean.
Connie
Connie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2025
The facility is a group of apartments located around a central garden. So relaxing! The staff is precious. The office manager is a wonderful person who cares for each guest as if they were family. I would repeat the stay!
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2025
Staff went beyond their duties. It was raining hard when we arrived and the cleaning/night shift person not only helped us get our luggage into the room, got us an umbrella and helped us settle in.
Douglas
Douglas, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2025
We had a tremendous stay at the Storytellers Villas. We cannot recommend this location highly enough. We stayed in the two bedroom room, and it was the perfect amount of space; our nine year old was thrilled to have her own room and bathroom.
We had the pleasure of being served by Bowani who is not only the housekeeper, but also the receptionist, and the server at breakfast. Obrigada, Bowani! You are a gem.
Breakfast was a great selection of breads, croissants, ham, cheese, yogurt and hot beverages. All you need!
We will definitely be back.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Dec 5, 2025
Pros: Well designed, comfy rooms; rather than a kitchenette, a nearly complete kitchen; great house keeper; convenient location; easy parking.
Cons: Lousy back office.
Before I even arrived, I received a weird request from the Storytellers through Hotels.com to pay an additional 176 euros. I was fully paid and ignored it, nothing more was said of it, but in view of what came later it deserves mention.
At the end of the stay, the management hit me up for an extra 20 euros for using the sofa bed. Mind you, I booked for myself and my son, so obviously we would use the extra bed. I had to ask for bedding on arrival and nothing was said until the end.
So that was both surprise/hidden billing as well as nickel and diming, because I've never been charged for using a sofa bed before. Not anywhere.
Although they honored my VIP-Platinum status for early check in, I was also supposed to get a bottle of wine because of VIP and that wasn't there.
The kindest way to describe it is the back office/management is confused; the unkind way you can probably guess, but I will leave that unsaid.
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 21, 2025
Very good place to stay
Manoj
Manoj, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 2, 2025
The staff were friendly and provided helpful information, the place is beautiful, they have a beautiful garden, the breakfast was good, and the location is ideal
Perla
Perla, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2025
Great stay and helpful hosts
Fernando
Fernando, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2025
We loved everything about our stay. Highly recommend
Barbara
Barbara, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2025
Perfect location, hotel was clean and big with all the appliance
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2025
Walkable to restaurants/cafes, and the Moorish and Pena castles. Was very relaxing. Staff were helpful with their recommendations. Lisbon only 20 minutes away and after spending day in Lisbon we were very glad we stayed in Sintra instead. Would stay again.
Linda
Linda, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
Dec 24, 2025
The property is more like a Airbnb than a hotel as the description. It is a very old property. The bathroom door is broken, can’t close.
Xiaoqiang
Xiaoqiang, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Oct 10, 2025
Great place, but very noisy. If you are partying until late it's great and close to everything, but if you have an early flight or want a good sleep on a Friday or Saturday night, look elsewhere.
Luis
Luis, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 9, 2025
Thank you for a lovely stay!
Anahita
Anahita, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2023
Pleasant room, wonderful staff, and the best breakfast!
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2025
Receptionist was amazing
Kristina
Kristina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 9, 2022
Great location and very friendly and helpful staff
annette
annette, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
May 23, 2025
The property was tight for two couples. Staff was friendly and helpful.