Estalagem Varanda Dos Carqueijais Hotel

The mountain village in which this hotel is set sits right in the heart of Serra da Estrela. It is harmoniously nestled within the urban setting of Penhas da Saede, at an altitude of 1500 m. Built on a plateau of the Serra da Estrela Mountain, the hotel features a unique architectural style and comprises a total of 49 guest rooms. Class and excellent standards of comfort form the cornerstones of this resort, which provides guests with an unforgettable experience.

Fully refurbished and air-conditioned, this hotel welcomes its guests into a lobby with a 24-hour reception and check-out service. On-site facilities include a hairdressing salon, a games room, a bar, a restaurant and conference facilities. Internet access and room and laundry services are provided and guests arriving by car can leave their vehicles in the car park. Those wishing to explore the surroundings, meanwhile, can hire bicycles from reception.Situated in a privileged location, this ski resort offers unique views over the whole of Cova da Beira.

The hotel is only 5 km away from the city of Covilhe and 15 km away from the Vodafone ski resort. Francisco Se Carneiro Airport and Portela Airport are 300 km and 320 km away respectively.These en suite guest rooms (bathtub/shower) have been fitted with a number of facilities including a hairdryer, a direct dial telephone, satellite TV, Internet access, a safety deposit box and air conditioning.There is an outdoor pool and a solarium at this establishment.From Lisbon: Take the A1 motorway in a northerly direction and exit at Torres Novas (A23). Follow the A23 and drive past the city of Castelo Branco. Once passing the city, take the Covilhe South exit. Drive to the centre of town and look for the road to Serra da Estrela (journey time around 2.5 hours).