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Storytellers Villas

4.0 star property
Guesthouse in Sintra with rooftop terrace and bar/lounge

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Studio | Courtyard view
Property grounds
Studio | Private kitchen
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (2)
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$333
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr

Explore the area

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R. Marquês Viana 25, Sintra, Lisboa, 2710-490
  • Sintra National Palace
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Quinta da Regaleira
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Pena Palace
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | Living room

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

Highlights

Terrace
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
  • Mountain view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Villa, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Mountain View

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Mountain View

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • Mountain view
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Studio

Studio

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View (1)

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View (1)

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (2)

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (2)

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the area

Sintra

Storytellers Villas places you steps from Sintra Mountains and within a 20-minute stroll of Sintra National Palace. Highlights at this guest house include free self-parking, a bar/lounge and a rooftop terrace. .This business-friendly guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a library. Additionally, you'll find a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 9:00 AM and noon. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class São Pedro de Penaferrim guest house, attractions include Belém Tower and Pena Palace.
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What's nearby

  • Moorish Castle - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Sintra National Palace - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Quinta da Regaleira - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Pena Palace - 9 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Estoril Racetrack - 12 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Sintra Tram Stop - 4 min drive
  • Sintra Station - 19 min walk
  • Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Palacio da Pena Cafetaria 2 - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Castelo dos Mouros Cafetaria - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Indiano Palace - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nata Pura - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café da Natália - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Storytellers Villas

Guesthouse in Sintra with rooftop terrace and bar/lounge
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a beach shuttle are available for a fee. A rooftop terrace, a library, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Storytellers Villas. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Sintra guest house.

  • 1 building
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1865
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Storytellers Villas offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features espresso makers and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Tempur-Pedic beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels, pay-per-view films and Netflix. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 9:00 AM to noon for a fee: EUR 13 to 20 for adults and EUR 7 to 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 13 to 20 for adults and EUR 7 to 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 100 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 87965/AL

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Storytellers Villas Guesthouse Sintra
Storytellers house Sintra
Storytellers Villas Sintra
Storytellers Villas Guesthouse
Storytellers Villas Guesthouse Sintra

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Storytellers Villas?

Storytellers Villas offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Storytellers Villas?

As of 28 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Storytellers Villas on 29 Apr 2025 start from NZ$325.12, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Storytellers Villas?

Yep, Storytellers Villas has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Storytellers Villas?

The closest beach to Storytellers Villas is Guincho Beach (10.3 km).

What makes Storytellers Villas a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar and late-night room service, as well as comfy beds and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Storytellers Villas.

Does Storytellers Villas serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily between 9:00 AM and noon.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Storytellers Villas?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Storytellers Villas?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Storytellers Villas?

No, pets are not allowed.

Storytellers Villas Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

J

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANA, HIALEAH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very warm reception Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anahita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for a lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute apartment with everything we needed. Walking distance to the palaces and other tourist attractions. Very clean, easy parking, and very helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Mason

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Surrounded by a Street Market

The room was nice and quaint. The lady who checked us in knew little English but was really nice. We missed breakfast one day because we didn't know it was coming. The next day the nice lady delivered breakfast in picnic basket. It was nice. We parked for free in the lot across the street. Problem was no one told us a street market happens in that parking lot on Sunday. Our rental car was surrounded by venders. The police had to get involved to help us get out of the parking lot. It was stressful. Be aware.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Joana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Be aware of what you book.

We were intentionally downgraded to an inferior room, as the management felt we got too good of a deal on the booking site we used to book. We booked and paid for two nights in a one bedroom unit with kitchen. We were checked into a studio with a tiny fridge and nowhere to place luggage. Upon addressing this with the staff, they offered to move us but it was too late at night and was not suitable as we had already settled in and were busy with plans.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly, strongsville

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the Storytellers Villas. The location in Sintra was perfect for us, with the bus stop right across the plaza. Our villa had 2 rooms and 1 bathroom with plenty of hot water for washing dishes and showering at the same time. The beds were firm but not uncomfortable with plenty of pillows and extra blankets. The floors were wood with floor runners. The son of the owner was very friendly and knowledgeable about the area. The house keeper had breakfast, continental, ready between 8:30 and 8:45 daily. Our rooms were very clean and always made up when we arrived back from excursions. I would definitely recommend this establishment.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the Storytellers Villas. The accommodation was beautiful. We had everything we needed. Diogo and the housekeeper were very welcoming and always available to answer any questions and offer suggestions. We would not hesitate to recommend this property to anyone visiting the enchanting city of Sintra.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delicioso em todos os sentidos! Oj espremido na hora, pão fresco e pastelaria e frios e queijo entregues em nosso apartamento todas as manhãs. Terrenos tranquilos e agradáveis. E a equipe/anfitriões são tão amigáveis, envolventes. Sinceramente, desejo que os convidados se sintam confortáveis.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathrin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay. The owner was wonderful, cooked us an amazing breakfast, and gave great recommendations for places to eat and things to do. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Favorite place I've ever stayed!! Kindest staff in the world. Sintra is so beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria, Hollywood

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is so friendly and goes above and beyond 😉
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Van Nuys

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow wow wow! We absolutely loved this place. We had a cute little 1 bdrm apartment and it was so perfect. Beautifully decorated, peaceful, comfy. There was a full refrigerator and microwave so we were able to have our left overs from the awesome food we had while visiting Sintra. Christina was our main host at the office and she was WONDERFUL! So friendly and full of recommendations and helpful advice. She was there for anything/everything we needed. The hotel is a little off the beaten path, which was welcome as the city center is very crowded. This place is truly a gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Sherif

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Great staff and management were fantastic and very helpful. Free street parking was good. The facility is very modest at best. And far away from all the attractions.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tomi

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Maliha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the ground level studio apartment. Cute space, pretty entrance, manicured courtyard, nice kitchen area. Wonderful restaurants within a short walk. Free parking lot across the street. We visited during an unusual heat spell. The AC tower was not suitable to keep the space comfortable. Could not open doors since they were ground level and did not have screens. Air circulation not adequate, felt stuffy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Great hosts. Our best stay in our two week Portugal trip!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good food and service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

claire

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy place to stay at in Alcobaca. Just a couple of blocks away from the monastery and restaurants. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Sintra stay

Excellent in every way. Location, reception, accommodations and definitely the breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Double check for air conditioning before booking!

The location was good for us, walkable to a wedding and other places to eat. If you don't like walking, you'll need Uber/Bolt to city center of Sintra and other major attractions. It's a 25 minute walk to city center and palace of pena is not walkable. Nice building, well kept. It was clean. But we searched specifically for air conditioning, which was our top criteria. We like to sleep at 69F (20.5C). When we arrived we found there was no air conditioning. It is the unforgivable sin. Very hard to sleep. Thankfully it was not hot the week we were there, but there were not enough windows to get good airflow, plus keeping windows open leads to a lot of street noise, especially on Saturday night with nearby bar.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023