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Storytellers Villas

4.0 star property
Tranquil retreat in São Pedro de Penaferrim offers garden relaxation and library planning space, with historic palaces waiting to be discovered nearby

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Storytellers Villas offers a peaceful escape with a rooftop terrace and garden. Enjoy massages or visit Pena Palace and Sintra National Palace. The property features WiFi, dry cleaning, bike rentals, and barbecue grills, with staff known for their attentive service.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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  • Garden view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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  • Garden view
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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  • Mountain view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in São Pedro de Penaferrim, a neighborhood in Sintra, Storytellers Villas is near the airport and near theme parks. Sintra National Palace and Pena Palace are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ribeira Beach and Guincho Beach. TagusPark and Cascais Cultural Center are also worth visiting. Windsurfing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Sintra travel guide
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R. Marquês Viana 25, Sintra, Lisboa, 2710-490

What's nearby

  • Sintra Mountains
    Sintra Mountains
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pena Palace
    Pena Palace
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Moorish Castle
    Moorish Castle
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Sintra National Palace
    Sintra National Palace
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Castle of the Moors
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Sintra Tram Stop
    4 min drive
  • Sintra Station
    19 min walk
  • Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS)
    34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Palacio da Pena Cafetaria 2
    19 min walk
  • Hamburgueria Da Ferraria
    17 min walk
  • Tasco Do Strauss
    5 min walk
  • Café Saudade
    18 min walk
  • Casa do Preto
    8 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 12.50 for adults and EUR 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1865
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 15.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 3 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 12.5 for adults and EUR 8 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 100 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 15.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 87965/AL

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Storytellers Villas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Storytellers Villas?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Storytellers Villas?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Storytellers Villas provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 100 per vehicle applies.

Where is Storytellers Villas located?

Located in São Pedro de Penaferrim, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sintra Mountains and Sintra National Palace. Castle of the Moors and Moorish Castle are also within 1 mi (2 km). Sintra Tram Stop is 22 minutes by foot and Monte Santos Tram Stop is 29 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Storytellers Villas Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 153 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 153 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 153 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 153 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 153 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wanfang Su

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, friendly, and helpful staff. The room is cozy with the amenities needed in the kitchen and bathroom. The court yard is nice. The Jeany the cat warmly welcomes everyone. The place is conveniently located to all the attractions. We will highly recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and lovely accommodations. Super close to restaurants and cafes. Highly recommend Cantinho de Sao Pedro. Excellent traditional Portuguese food for reasonable prices. Communication at the villas was excellent, however we were never told how to book breakfast so if you’re interested in that, I suggest asking ahead of time. We had a two bedroom Villa for 6. Space was tight but we were only there to sleep. Would definitely recommend these accommodations!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Autumn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room, beautiful area, not centrally located in lisbon but close enough to uber easily. EXCELLENT parking, definitely the easiest of the trip- huge lot right across the street! no AC which made it a bit stuffy during the heat wave, and the check out time was slightly confusing, but everyone was very helpful and the area was walkable and quiet, with restaurants and shops conveniently located. also VERY close to peña palace, if you’re visiting! additional perk- a kitty lives in the garden and will definitely cuddle with you if you’re open to it. would definitely book here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Trupti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accommodation is cozy and clean, with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Lots of places to get food in the neighbourhood and close to major attractions. The staff were very respectful and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a delight this site was. Refreshing to see the thoughtfulness in the room design. The layout was great. The storage was as well. Will definitely recommend. Parking was great across the way as well. Enjoyed it very much.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Micheal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was great, we were slightly delayed receiving the room but we were provided keys and our luggage was stored and put into the room for when we came back. Checkout was early so we were able to leave the keys on the counter and leave through the side door which locked behind us. Free parking was available in the lot across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a beautiful place to stay if you’re planning a trip to Sintra. Our room was beautiful and thé service impeccable! I would highly recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were very accommodating and always checking to see if you needed anything. Nicely kept unit and very peaceful setting.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean and decorated beautifully. The only issue we had was the electricity would randomly shut off- happened a couple times in a 12 hour stay. Seems to be a common occurrence at this property.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this hotel. The staff was kind and helpful, especially Bonnie who kept our room spotless…anything we needed they provided. It’s not a modern property but we preferred the roominess of having 2 bedrooms and close to many restaurants. There is a great little coffee shop next door with delicious pastries we went to every day!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very tidy, clean and quiet room. Staff were excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was cute and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The facility is a group of apartments located around a central garden. So relaxing! The staff is precious. The office manager is a wonderful person who cares for each guest as if they were family. I would repeat the stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff went beyond their duties. It was raining hard when we arrived and the cleaning/night shift person not only helped us get our luggage into the room, got us an umbrella and helped us settle in.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a tremendous stay at the Storytellers Villas. We cannot recommend this location highly enough. We stayed in the two bedroom room, and it was the perfect amount of space; our nine year old was thrilled to have her own room and bathroom. We had the pleasure of being served by Bowani who is not only the housekeeper, but also the receptionist, and the server at breakfast. Obrigada, Bowani! You are a gem. Breakfast was a great selection of breads, croissants, ham, cheese, yogurt and hot beverages. All you need! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pros: Well designed, comfy rooms; rather than a kitchenette, a nearly complete kitchen; great house keeper; convenient location; easy parking. Cons: Lousy back office. Before I even arrived, I received a weird request from the Storytellers through Hotels.com to pay an additional 176 euros. I was fully paid and ignored it, nothing more was said of it, but in view of what came later it deserves mention. At the end of the stay, the management hit me up for an extra 20 euros for using the sofa bed. Mind you, I booked for myself and my son, so obviously we would use the extra bed. I had to ask for bedding on arrival and nothing was said until the end. So that was both surprise/hidden billing as well as nickel and diming, because I've never been charged for using a sofa bed before. Not anywhere. Although they honored my VIP-Platinum status for early check in, I was also supposed to get a bottle of wine because of VIP and that wasn't there. The kindest way to describe it is the back office/management is confused; the unkind way you can probably guess, but I will leave that unsaid.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, with free parking available in the front. Communication from the host was excellent. Very happy with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean and comfortable villa. Nice quiet location. A true boutique hotel. Friendly and accommodating staff. Loved it and will visit again without hesitation. 10 out of 10
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is such a fantastic place to stay. The staff and owner were extremely helpful. We can’t say enough about them. 100 percent perfect we will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manoj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dwain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazingly welcoming and helpful. Parking was easy and plentiful directly across a small street- we had no problem taking our luggage into the property. This location really provided a magical experience with a beautiful garden which had décor from across the world. Even a koi pond and turtles. There were multiple places to enjoy the outdoor seating. the room was a very nice mix of an historical wall with new amenities. Very clean. We loved the room keys! Breakfast was exceptionally good with a variety of items to choose from.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property inside was cozy and beautifully decorated. Breakfast was delicious and they accommodated our early departure times to get to castles by delivering breakfast early. The staff were fantastic and extremely friendly! The outside and area was not as nice, but that is how Sintra looks overall. The location was safe and pretty convenient as far as Sintra goes. Sintra is an odd place with a lot of rain and almost non existent sidewalks. Outside of the castles, it is not as nice. We enjoyed our stay inside Storytellers and would stay again in this property, but we’d would not stay again in Sintra.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and helpful hosts
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Perla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and provided helpful information, the place is beautiful, they have a beautiful garden, the breakfast was good, and the location is ideal
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025