PAID CONTENT FOR QUINTA DAS LÁGRIMAS


PAID CONTENT FOR QUINTA DAS LÁGRIMAS


Quinta das Lágrimas COIMBRA, PORTUGAL


Set among 32 acres of lush gardens close to the Mondego River’s west bank in Coimbra, Quinta das Lágrimas is the ideal location for a cultured and relaxing getaway. Here at Coimbra’s only five- star hotel, guests can expect the royal treatment as this former palace has welcomed kings and nobility in the past, including the Duke of Wellington. The past is echoed in the architectural flourishes in its wall masonry and pointed arches, and extends from the hotel’s collection of multiple gardens to its peaceful rooms. Quinta das Lágrimas hotel has a different feel


in its Palace, Garden and Spa guestrooms. Staying in the palace rooms, guests can expect a sample of days long gone by, with a nod to Portugal’s history. Offering direct access to its serene botanical garden, the garden rooms overlook the place where the soon-to-be king Pedro and noblewoman Inês de Castro lived their ill-fated romance, back in the 14th century. The gardens are one of the main attractions


of the hotel — the medieval, the romantic, the Japanese, the garden of scents, the chef’s garden


and the extensive woods. There are a rich variety of rare and large, centuries-old trees, a bamboo forest and many green landscapes to relax in while listening to the sounds of the many species of birds that inhabit this peaceful space. As a member of the exclusive Small Luxury


Hotels of the World list, this highly elegant and delightful property features various high-quality venues. Its renowned restaurant Arcadas, considered among the 500 world’s best by The Liste, serves cuisine made from traditional and local ingredients, along with organically grown vegetables, fruits and herbs, straight from its gardens. The perfect pairing for any meal here can be found in an extraordinary selection of wines from the leading regions of the Dão and Bairrada. Inspired by the seasons, the Bamboo Garden


Spa is close to the gardens and combines a modern aesthetic with ancient principles of balance between body and soul. It’s designed to be naturally illuminated through a big glass panel and has two swimming pools (outside and inside), a gm, sauna and Turkish bath.


Don’t miss The Fonte dos Amores, one of two water channels supplying the Santa Clara monastery and the royal garden of Quinta das Lágrimas


This content is brought to you by our sponsor. It does not necessarily reflect the views of the National Geographic or its editorial staff. 181 Need to know


KEY FACILITIES • Historical 18th-century palace • Historical and botanical gardens • Spa with sauna and Turkish bath • Outdoor and indoor pool • Free parking


Get in touch quintadaslagrimas.pt/en


T: +351 239 802 380 E: reservas@quintadaslagrimas.pt Reservation code: HQdL2022


Page 1  |  Page 2  |  Page 3  |  Page 4  |  Page 5  |  Page 6  |  Page 7  |  Page 8  |  Page 9  |  Page 10  |  Page 11  |  Page 12  |  Page 13  |  Page 14  |  Page 15  |  Page 16  |  Page 17  |  Page 18  |  Page 19  |  Page 20  |  Page 21  |  Page 22  |  Page 23  |  Page 24  |  Page 25  |  Page 26  |  Page 27  |  Page 28  |  Page 29  |  Page 30  |  Page 31  |  Page 32  |  Page 33  |  Page 34  |  Page 35  |  Page 36  |  Page 37  |  Page 38  |  Page 39  |  Page 40  |  Page 41  |  Page 42  |  Page 43  |  Page 44  |  Page 45  |  Page 46  |  Page 47  |  Page 48  |  Page 49  |  Page 50  |  Page 51  |  Page 52  |  Page 53  |  Page 54  |  Page 55  |  Page 56  |  Page 57  |  Page 58  |  Page 59  |  Page 60  |  Page 61  |  Page 62  |  Page 63  |  Page 64  |  Page 65  |  Page 66  |  Page 67  |  Page 68  |  Page 69  |  Page 70  |  Page 71  |  Page 72  |  Page 73  |  Page 74  |  Page 75  |  Page 76  |  Page 77  |  Page 78  |  Page 79  |  Page 80  |  Page 81  |  Page 82  |  Page 83  |  Page 84  |  Page 85  |  Page 86  |  Page 87  |  Page 88  |  Page 89  |  Page 90  |  Page 91  |  Page 92  |  Page 93  |  Page 94  |  Page 95  |  Page 96  |  Page 97  |  Page 98  |  Page 99  |  Page 100  |  Page 101  |  Page 102  |  Page 103  |  Page 104  |  Page 105  |  Page 106  |  Page 107  |  Page 108  |  Page 109  |  Page 110  |  Page 111  |  Page 112  |  Page 113  |  Page 114  |  Page 115  |  Page 116  |  Page 117  |  Page 118  |  Page 119  |  Page 120  |  Page 121  |  Page 122  |  Page 123  |  Page 124  |  Page 125  |  Page 126  |  Page 127  |  Page 128  |  Page 129  |  Page 130  |  Page 131  |  Page 132  |  Page 133  |  Page 134  |  Page 135  |  Page 136  |  Page 137  |  Page 138  |  Page 139  |  Page 140  |  Page 141  |  Page 142  |  Page 143  |  Page 144