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Farol Hotel, a jewel on the water A perfect secret is the one hidden just in front of our eyes, waiting to be found also by other senses like taste, smell, touch and audition. We are talking about Farol Hotel, a pearl with a unique location in Cascais.
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First you get exactly what you see. This historical building, reconstructed as a boutique hotel, to be cosy, intimate and unique at the same time. Superb spot for those who look for calm by the sea without losing the exclusiveness of quality. “Even clients that live just 50 km from here, come to Farol to find the quietness and harmony that they can’t find elsewhere.”, guarantees us the responsible team of his little jewel “on the water”. Farol Hotel – in Portuguese, meaning “Lighthouse Hotel” -, is a secret place easy to find. Just after the Cascais Marina, on the way to Boca do Inferno, next to Santa Marta lighthouse. The “legend” says it was on the balcony of the original house that young king of Portugal, D. Carlos, made the official marriage request to his future wife, Amelie D’Orleans.
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And ever since the place didn’t lose his trademark of romanticism. The house was originally built in the middle of the XIX Century by the family of the Count of Olivais and Penha Longa, whose fortune came from business between Lisbon, London and Manchester. The last family name to be connected were the Counts of Cabral, in the 40’s. Now, it’s for those who choose it as their temporary home or just enjoy some “royal” and romantic relaxing moments by the sea. It’s the closest hotel by the Atlantic in the Cascais Village. The visitor can enjoy author cocktails at the artistic Bar Farol or overlooking the waves at “Bar on the Rocks”. For those with “sweet” taste, the option for pastry is a must. The restaurant “The Mix” provides quality meals with local taste but one can also choose to savour some of the best fresh sushi in the area.