Hotels in Colares, Sintra: Best Places to Stay
Updated 4 July 2026 · 8 real hotels
Colares is a quiet wine-producing village on the western edge of the Sintra municipality, sitting between the Serra de Sintra hills and the Atlantic coast. It suits travellers who want natural surroundings, easy access to beaches like Praia Grande and Praia das Maçãs, and a slower pace than the busy historic centre of Sintra town. It is less ideal for those who need to be walking distance from the main palaces or who rely heavily on public transport.
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Staying in Colares, Sintra
Colares sits roughly 8 kilometres west of Sintra town, tucked into a green valley where the Serra de Sintra meets the Atlantic coastline. It is one of the few Portuguese wine regions where vines grow in sandy soil, and the village still carries that unhurried, rural character: low whitewashed houses, a small central square, local restaurants serving fresh seafood, and vineyards visible from the road. Accommodation here tends to favour guesthouses, quintas and small hotels rather than large resort complexes, which keeps the atmosphere personal and the surroundings genuinely calm.
For visitors, the main draw of basing yourself in Colares is the proximity to the wild beaches of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, including Praia Grande, Praia das Maçãs and Praia do Guincho, all within a short drive. The historic palaces of Sintra are reachable by car or local bus in around 15 to 20 minutes. That said, public transport connections are limited compared to Sintra town itself, so having a rental car makes the most of this location. Prices across the area range from around 99 euros per night at simpler properties up to nearly 400 euros at clifftop hotels with full Atlantic-facing amenities.
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| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Views Sintra Guest House ★★ | Colares | ★ 4.9 | 65 €/nuit |
| WOT Sarrazola Soul | Colares | ★ 4.1 | 86 €/nuit |
| WOT Ocean Soul ★★ | Colares | ★ 4 | 90 €/nuit |
| Moby Dick Lodge Colares ★★ | Colares | ★ 4.7 | 90 €/nuit |
| Estalagem De Colares ★★★ | Colares | ★ 5 | 134 €/nuit |
| Vila Vitorino ★★★★ | Colares | ★ 5 | 160 €/nuit |
| Casal Santa Virginia ★★★ | Colares | ★ 4.5 | 203 €/nuit |
| Arribas Sintra Hotel ★★★★ | Colares | ★ 4.5 | 370 €/nuit |
Frequently asked questions
Is Colares a good base for visiting Sintra's palaces and monuments?+
It works well if you have a car. The main monuments, including Pena Palace and the Moorish Castle, are about 15 to 20 minutes away by road. Without a car, you will depend on infrequent local bus services, which can add time and complexity to day trips. Staying in Sintra town centre puts you closer to palace entrances and the regular tuk-tuk and bus network.
What are the beaches near Colares?+
Colares is one of the closest villages to the beaches of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park. Praia das Maçãs and Praia Grande are both within a few kilometres and are popular with surfers and families. Praia do Guincho, a wilder and windier Atlantic beach, is also reachable within 20 to 30 minutes by car. The coastline here is rugged and largely undeveloped, which is a large part of its appeal.
What types of hotels are available in Colares?+
The accommodation in Colares leans toward small, independently run properties. The current listings include 2-star guesthouses and lodges starting around 99 euros per night, mid-range 3-star inns such as Estalagem De Colares at 150 euros, and 4-star options like Quinta Vale da Roca at 250 euros and Arribas Sintra Hotel at 397 euros per night. Vila Vitorino, rated 5 out of 5 by guests, sits at 160 euros per night. There are no large international chain hotels in this area.
Is Colares suitable for families or couples?+
Both. Couples often appreciate the quiet village setting, the vineyard scenery and the clifftop sea views that several properties offer. Families benefit from the nearby beaches, which are spacious enough to avoid the crowds that gather closer to Cascais in summer. The area is generally peaceful, traffic is light outside of summer weekends, and the natural park surroundings give plenty of space for outdoor activities.
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