Vila Gale Sintra Hotel, Sintra

The hotel offers expensive rooms, with one having a bathroom right in front of the kitchen, though lacking a kettle for that necessary early morning cup of tea. The service staff, mostly young and inexperienced, were friendly and obliging. The location, with views of Sintra fortifications, is lovely for a stay outside Sintra. However, the surroundings were unexpectedly dirty, interrupting the weekend halfway. The dining options, focused on healthy food, were limited and pricey.

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were a bit dark even with all the lights on, but the facilities for kids like pools, water slides, and trampolines were fantastic. However, the hotel did not feel like a 5-star place, especially the bathrooms, and the price did not match the quality compared to a Premier Inn.

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were a bit dark but a good size, featuring a balcony with a view of the pool and beautiful Sintra hills. However, for the price, it didn't quite meet my expectations, although it did come equipped with a microwave and kitchen utensils.

The hotel offers spacious but somewhat dark rooms, with two bathrooms due to their combined design, and falls short compared to other options for the price. The service is friendly but inexperienced and the location is good for those seeking a calm environment but far from the center. The dining options are varied but lack quality in certain items. Overall, a mixed experience with room for improvement.

The hotel rooms were spacious and comfy, but the setup with two merged rooms resulted in an awkward layout. The service was a mix of amazing friendliness and some instances of rudeness. The location was good for a calm environment and nice views but lacked options for dining nearby. The dining choices were limited, especially for breakfast, but the food quality was quite good. The facilities were well-kept and provided the necessary amenities.

The hotel has spacious rooms, but they feel like two rooms merged together as an afterthought, resulting in an underwhelming layout. The service is extremely friendly, but the reception desk staff can be a bit cold. The location offers a gorgeous environment but may be a bit noisy without earplugs. The dining experience is complete with healthy options, although the dinner can be repetitive. Overall, a mixed experience with some standout features and a few drawbacks.

My stay at this hotel was a mix of great and not-so-great experiences. The rooms were big and comfortable, offering a nice view of Sintra and the hills, but there was a delay in room readiness which was a bit inconvenient after a long day of travel. On the bright side, the facilities were outstanding, especially for families with kids, providing a plethora of entertainment options. Service was top-notch with friendly and helpful staff, though language barriers may be challenging for non-Portuguese speakers.