Sesimbra

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Landscape of Sesimbra, Portugal
Landscape of Sesimbra, Portugal
Loved my peaceful walks on the beach here..
Kayaking along the coast of Sesimbra and Setubal, Portugal 🛶
One of the best experiences I had in Portugal was to do an AirBnB experience and go kayaking along the cliffs south of Lisbon. I’m not athletic by any means, so the experience was pretty tiring for my poor arms, but the views, the water and the beach we stopped at for some packed lunch and well deserved rest were extremely worth it! Especially since the water in Portugal is way too cold to actually go in (in my opinion, as someone who is definitely not used to cold Atlantic ocean waters) and this was the closest I actually got to the water.
I highly recommend it if you have the time and want to do something a bit different while in Lisbon. 
#kayak #kayaking #airbnb #airbnbexperience #arrabida #sesimbra #setubal #cliffs #atlanticocean #ocean #water #portugal
The mountains, sea and bright sunshine create a majestic atmosphere that can be admired from several magical spots: from the castle, the cliffs, Cavalo Fort or from the Quinta de Palames.
 This village’s heritage dates back to Pre-historic times and has been ruled by Romans, Visigoths and Moors.

Where to stay in Sesimbra

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Fonte de Sesimbra

While Fonte de Sesimbra might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sesimbra Beach and Setubal Peninsula.

Fonte de Sesimbra
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Serra da Azóia

Though Serra da Azóia might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Meco Beach and Sesimbra Beach.

Serra da Azóia
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Pinheirinhos

While Pinheirinhos isn't home to many top sights, Sesimbra Beach and Meco Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Pinheirinhos
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Carrasqueira

While Carrasqueira isn't home to many top sights, Setubal Peninsula and Sesimbra Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Carrasqueira
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Charneca da Cotovia

While there might not be top attractions in Charneca da Cotovia, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sesimbra Beach and Setubal Peninsula.

Charneca da Cotovia
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Azóia

While there might not be top attractions in Azóia, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Meco Beach and Sesimbra Beach.

Azóia
Sesimbra Oceanfront Hotel - Preferred Hotels and Resorts

Sesimbra Oceanfront Hotel - Preferred Hotels and Resorts

5 out of 5
Rua Navegador Rodrigues Soromenho Sesimbra
$140 nightly
The price is $149 total per night from Feb 10 to Feb 11
$149 total
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Sesimbra. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (473 reviews)
Clean room, great view, very friendly and helpful staff.

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026

Sesimbra Oceanfront Hotel - Preferred Hotels and Resorts
Four Points by Sheraton Sesimbra

Four Points by Sheraton Sesimbra

4 out of 5
Rua 4 de Maio, 50 Sesimbra
$117 nightly
The price is $124 total per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
$124 total
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Sesimbra. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (513 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff, great views

Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026

Four Points by Sheraton Sesimbra
SANA Sesimbra Hotel

SANA Sesimbra Hotel

4 out of 5
Avenida 25 de Abril, 11 Sesimbra
$110 nightly
The price is $117 total per night from Mar 11 to Mar 12
$117 total
Mar 11 - Mar 12
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Sesimbra. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (744 reviews)
Clean rooms …friendly and hard working staff

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

SANA Sesimbra Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Villa Santa Cruz- Air-conditioned 10 bedroom pool house - Sesimbra Beach

Villa Santa Cruz- Air-conditioned 10 bedroom pool house - Sesimbra Beach

Sesimbra Setúbal
Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Sesimbra. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Arrabida Life and Sesimbra Castle are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (35 reviews)
Family holiday
18 of us stayed in Villa Santa Cruz, 13 adults and 5 kids. The villa was lovely and spacious, lots of bedrooms for us all. The kitchen was great, well stocked with all kitchen utensils, had 2 fridges, one for food and one for drinks, think another oven would have been a great asset for the size of ...

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2025

Villa Santa Cruz- Air-conditioned 10 bedroom pool house - Sesimbra Beach
Villa with private pool and garden - Praia do Meco

Villa with private pool and garden - Praia do Meco

Alfarim Setúbal District
Stay at this vacation home in Sesimbra. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Meco Beach and Bicas Beach are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews)
Just what we wanted, a beautiful base close to wonderful beaches. The village has everything you need, groceries, pharmacy, restaurants, coffee shop etc. Fully equipped villa, with everything you need, including pool towels, always a bonus. The pool works perfectly, small but deep enough for a dip ...

Reviewed on Aug 26, 2025

Villa with private pool and garden - Praia do Meco
Alfarim House - close to Meco beach and Sesimbra

Alfarim House - close to Meco beach and Sesimbra

Alfarim Setúbal
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Sesimbra. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Meco Beach and Bicas Beach ...
Maria’s place was modern, high-spec clean roomy house
We had a great stay here and would recommend it strongly. Alfarim is quiet village with everything you need close by. The house and garden is spacious with bbq etc the reversible AC units mean you can be in comfort whatever the season

Reviewed on Apr 25, 2022

Alfarim House - close to Meco beach and Sesimbra
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Sesimbra

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4/5 - Good

Edandsusan

Very hilly driving. If you are not comfortable with a stick shift be aware

5/5 - Excellent

Johnny

Sesimbra is a very quiet and easy to get around town. There is transportation by bus to Lisbon and a trip in and around is easy to accomplish. This town will be one of my future retirement considerations.

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