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The Literary Man

4.0 star property
Upscale hotel near Obidos Castle

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Superior Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Superior Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast included
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
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  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

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Rua de Dom João de Ornelas, Obidos, 2510-074
  • Popular LocationGrande Mercado Medieval de Obidos5 min walk
  • Popular LocationObidos Castle13 min walk
  • Popular LocationPraia D'El Rey Golf Course20 min drive
  • AirportLisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado)54 min drive
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Superior Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double or Twin Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Suite

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double or Twin Room

9/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Obidos

The Literary Man is located in Obidos. Obidos Castle and Buddha Eden are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Obidos Lagoon and Foz do Arelho Beach. Don't miss out on a visit to DinoParque.
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What's nearby

  • Grande Mercado Medieval de Obidos - 5 min walk
  • Obidos Castle - 13 min walk
  • Obidos Lagoon - 8 min drive
  • Praia D'El Rey Golf Course - 20 min drive
  • Foz do Arelho Beach - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Caldas Da Rainha Station - 12 min drive
  • Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pastelaria d'Avó de Adélia - 4 min walk
  • Tubas Bar - 4 min walk
  • Bar Ibn Errik Rex - 4 min walk
  • Avocado Caffe - 4 min walk
  • Tasca Torta - 2 min walk

About this property

The Literary Man

Upscale hotel near Obidos Castle
Located close to Obidos Lagoon and West Cliffs Golf Course, The Literary Man provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Tour/ticket assistance, free newspapers, and a front-desk safe
  • 1 meeting room, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast
Room features
All guestrooms at The Literary Man boast perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • 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.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Guests will receive an email 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
  • Destination fee: EUR 1 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is 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

Is The Literary Man pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Literary Man?

As of Jun 6, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Literary Man on Jun 13, 2024 start from $99.58, excluding 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.

How much is parking at The Literary Man?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Literary Man?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Literary Man?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Literary Man located?

Situated in Obidos, this hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Obidos Castle and within 9 mi (15 km) of Obidos Lagoon and Buddha Eden. West Cliffs Golf Course and Foz do Arelho Beach are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 184 out of 353 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 353 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 353 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 353 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 353 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very interesting property with serious number of mainly paperbacks lining the walls. Lovely dining room with subdued lighting and many bookcases again. Had a great meal, good local wine. It is just near the gate through the walls into Obidos, thus is ideally situated for an evening stroll around the walls and along the main street. Absolutely lovely town, Well worth a visit.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean, Happy Valley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is literally steps from the Moorish castle walls! The town is charming and very photogenic. The hotel was full of history! The bed was very comfortable, and the staff were pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was excellent in every aspect.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sanh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randolph

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at The Literary Man were first rate. It a great concept with a laid back atmosphere and books lining almost every wall. We ate dinner elsewhere, but the breakfast was a hearty buffet. They could use a bit better WIFI connectivity (a minor point). Remember that you’re in a repurposed cabin convent. Very cool looking, but not North American corporate slick (which for some may be an issue). We’d stay here again.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️1/2
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin, Santa Monica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love The Literary Man! The staff is SO nice (both the front desk and the restaurant). We recommend the restaurant. It’s a beautiful room and the food was excellent. The room we stayed in was quiet and the bed was comfortable. The bathroom was a little rustic - the facilities were nice (and a big shower with great water pressure), but there is only a curtain closure (no door). We definitely recommend this hotel. And it’s right next to the Obidos wall, with easy access up some stairs. A great find.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an outstanding hotel! The welcome is warm and the service is gracious. The book theme is everywhere, and there's a reason for it - ask! The rooms are large and although modern, retain some of their historic flavour. The bed was beyond comfy. I absolutely love this place!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oleksandr

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Perry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely the most welcoming and helpful hosts ever. A unique property with an exceptional dining experience. Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

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

10/10 Excellent

Therese

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful dinner and breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Marie-Claude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Amazing atmosphere
The dining room is amazing! What a crazy idea to have all those books. It gives a special atmosphere. Service was excellent and breakfast pretty good. However our room was kind of damp and no door for the toilets, that is kind of weird.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Kiera

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A haven for book lovers.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

d

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not good!
Disappointed! Photos on website are deceiving. Property is a beautiful building that is run down, old carpets, painted bathroom floor is peeling, dirty. Found an old ticket dated 1-2 September under the bed and it is 31 December! The bathroom “door” is a flimsy curtain. Mattress was uncomfortable. The miniature “safe” is from the previous century and not bolted to the wall, so any criminal can carry it out of the room. The fridge is also a miniature for only 3 cans. Parking is a problem as you need to find street parking somewhere! Breakfast! Well the fruit was old and not fit for human consumption, pineapple was discoloured and apples soft and old. Not a great breakfast. As a VIP gold member we did not get our free bottle of wine and upon check out we queried it. Only the did they give us the wine bottle. Not recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Cassidy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We love the concept, but it just isn’t a great stay in reality. The rooms are so musty smelling and moist, there were stains on our sheets, the Wi-Fi only worked in the lobby, and there was no plug so we couldn’t get enjoy the bathtub. The food was great and the idea is lovely, but I was very uncomfortable staying here because of how wet it smelled and felt in our room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely loved this hotel. Was my favorite hotel on a 3 month European tour. Obedias was a recommendation from friends I met along the way and it did not disappoint

8/10 Good

Donna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique hotel and it was a great experience.

10/10 Excellent

sabine

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were very friendly. The hotel is very relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a former convent so very interesting. Filled with books. Rooms were very interesting. Simple but fit into the environment. The breakfast was delicious and the restaurant was beautiful. Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

S R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unique experience!
Easy to arrive, just outside the medieval wall and next to a side entry to the city. Hotel in a very good condition for a two century building! Nice room and cool bath. A unique experience in Obidos.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel and food!!
Amazing!! Loved this place full of books on every shelf in all the rooms. Amazing chef and food on site!!! Excellent staff. Convenient to walking streets and the wall around the city.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Beautiful Rooms & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM
Address
Rua de Dom João de Ornelas, Obidos