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The Literary Man Obidos Hotel

locationObidos, Centre Portugal

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About The Literary Man Obidos HotelAbout The Literary Man Obidos Hotel

Location

This hotel occupies a former nunnery from the early 19th century outside the walls of Óbidos. Through its tasteful remodelling, the original character has been retained, although with all the features that a modern traveller would require. The town centre can be reached in a few minutes on foot and the airport is located around 75 km away.

Facility

The hotel was built in 1830. Guests have a choice of 30 non-smoking rooms. English-speaking staff at the reception desk in the lobby are happy to answer any questions. A baggage storage service and a safe are available. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. Children can enjoy the playground. Additional amenities include a TV room and a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Other services include medical assistance, room service and a laundry service. Complimentary newspapers are available. A fax machine is available for guests' business needs.

Rooms

Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. A balcony is among the standard features of some rooms. Rooms have a double bed or a king-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe provides secure storage for guests' personal property. Guests will also find a mini fridge included among the standard features. A direct dial telephone, a TV, a radio and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. A hairdryer and a telephone are provided in the bathrooms, which include a shower. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Family rooms are available for parents with children.

Sport

Guests can enjoy a selection of sport and entertainment options. The outdoor pool complex is ideal for exercise and relaxation. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including a spa and massage treatments. Copyright GIATA 2004 - 2026. Multilingual, powered by www.giata.com for client no. 127371

Meals

Various dining options are available, including a non-smoking restaurant, a café and a bar. Half board is offered as a catering option. A generous breakfast buffet and a dinner à la carte are served every day. Diet meals and children's meals can be prepared on request. The hotel also offers special catering options.

Payment

The hotel accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, JCB and MasterCard.

Amenities at The Literary Man Obidos Hotel Amenities at The Literary Man Obidos Hotel

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      Air conditioning

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      Bar(s)

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      Café

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      Car Park

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      Conference Room

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      Foyer

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      Games room

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      Hotel Safe

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      Laundry Service

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      Medical Assistance

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      Restaurant(s)

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      Restaurant(s) with non-smoking area

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      Room Service

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      TV Room

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      Wifi

  • Hygiene

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      Contactless check-in/-out

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      Contactless payment

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      Contactless room service

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      Enhanced cleaning programme

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      Hand sanitiser

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      Health checks on staff

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      Housekeeping only upon request

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      Hygiene training for staff

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      Mandatory mask-wearing

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      Medical teleconsultation

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      No high-touch furnishings

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      No high-touch furnishings in public areas

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      Packaged meals

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      Protective equipment for employees

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      Protective equipment for guests

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      Protective masks for guests

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      Sanitiser dispenser

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      Social distancing regulations

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      Use of commercially available disinfectants

  • Meals

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      à la carte Dinner

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      Breakfast Buffet

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      Half Board

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      Special Diet

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      Special Offers

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      Massage

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      Sun loungers

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      Sun terrace

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User Rating & ReviewsUser Rating & Reviews

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Excellent

21

Very Good

6

Average

4

Poor

3

Terrible

11

Recent Reviews: 45

  • User:robertyau

    Trip type: Solo travel

    Wow. Unique hotel for book lovers.

    rating05 Apr 2026

    I've read about this hotel many times. So purposely made a side trip to stay here.It did not disappoint. The books, libraries made this one of the most unique hotels I've stayed in. The staff was so friendly and helpful. Amazing location - a few steps outside the castle wall. Highly recommend the restaurant/dinner and breakfast (home made pastries!) Definitely recommend this for all book lovers or a place just to chill and relax.

  • User:Jockjoyc

    Trip type: Friends getaway

    Superb restaurant

    rating26 Mar 2026

    The Book and Cook restaurant here, is a superb restaurant in a library in a hotel. Food was fantastic also the staff were friendly, polite and courteous.

  • User:Thomas H

    Trip type: Couples

    Exceptional value in a historic hotel

    rating01 Dec 2025

    Convenient location just outside the medieval town walls, in an area just as historic and beautiful but quieter, less crowded and more reasonably priced than within the walls. The hotel is in a rambling and charming former monastery, and the rooms and common areas are stocked with 60,000 books in a tribute to Obidos' literary reputation. Our room (one of two suites in the hotel, and a real bargain) was spacious and comfortable with a bedroom, sitting room and two full baths, plus a private balcony. The hotel's restaurant was superb - we had an elegant dinner featuring innovative takes on traditional Portuguese cuisine. Breakfasts in Portuguese hotels are usually very generous but this one was exceptional, featuring a wide variety of freshly baked items made in-house. The staff was friendly and very helpful throughout. The Literary Man Hotel, Proprietário at The Literary Man - Obidos Hotel, responded to this review First of all, let us thank you for choosing The Literary Man. It is very important for us to receive feedback regarding our guests' stay, as we strive for constant improvement of our services in order to provide unforgettable experiences to those who visit us. We appreciate your kind evaluation, which is very important to us.

  • User:TrailBlazer555555

    Trip type: Friends getaway

    Delightful book lovers dream stay

    rating16 Nov 2025

    Amazing! We love this place! So unique and wonderful for book lovers. The food at the restaurant was delicious! Staff were delightful and extremely helpful. Would absolutely stay here again. The Literary Man Hotel, Proprietário at The Literary Man - Obidos Hotel, responded to this review First of all, let us thank you for choosing The Literary Man. It is very important for us to receive feedback regarding our guests' stay, as we strive for constant improvement of our services in order to provide unforgettable experiences to those who visit us. We appreciate your kind evaluation, which is very important to us.

  • User:mabellaMiami_Fl_

    Trip type: Couples

    Lovely stay

    rating30 Oct 2025

    I was worried about staying here after reading some reviews and realizing it was outside of the city walls, however my fears were unfounded. The hotel is a few feet from an entrance to the city and the fact that it was outside made parking and luggage drop off a breeze. We had friends staying inside and it was somewhat of a nightmare to drop them off. In fact I'm not entirely sure that we won't receive a fine in the near future for trying to drop them off. As for the hotel, we had two rooms and both were big and comfortable. I only took videos of the rooms and can't figure out how to post them here. The breakfast was generous and even had an option for freshly cooked eggs. We weren't able to do e at the hotel but the dinning room was very full of ambience and beautiful. The hotel has a lovely patio that we sneaked out to at night and I can imagine it would be lovely to sit out there with a glass of wine and unwind at the end of the day. I would highly recommend this hotel and Obidos and would stay here again if we are ever in the area again. The Literary Man Hotel, Proprietário at The Literary Man - Obidos Hotel, responded to this review First of all, let us thank you for choosing The Literary Man. It is very important for us to receive feedback regarding our guests' stay, as we strive for constant improvement of our services in order to provide unforgettable experiences to those who visit us. We appreciate your kind evaluation, which is very important to us.

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