Martinhal Cascais

We liked the location and things were quiet in the area - don't try (like we did) to walk into Cascais - it's a trek! A lot to read here, but I want to be fair and would recommend, but it just isn't perfect. Arrival was disappointing, and really not great from the reception desk. No information on where things were or what was available, no drink offered - we had said we would be early, but couldn't check in on arrival. No problem, and the reception were going to call us when the room was ready - they didn't and when we got back an hour after check in had opened (5pm), the same person on the desk said they needed to check the room was ready. This didn't much impress us, and lacked any real professionalism. Then they had some issues with finding our suitcase. The room was lovely - really liked the room but had to call the desk a couple of times as we had no coffee milks on two of the days and missed some towels on one of the days. It was comfy and quiet. All was clean and value was acceptable, but I couldn't say the same about the restaurant and outdoor areas. We had dinner one night and it really wasn't good, and didn't match the description or cost on the menu. Also the decking in the outdoor area is pretty rough and without being too extreme or dramatic it wasn't safe in some areas. We went to the outdoor pool but didn't go in - place was a bit of a mess. It felt like the outdoor swimming pool was a different standard to the hotel. Really enjoyed the spa area and massage we had - really good quality and a nice space. It sounds worse than it was, but it wasn't a bad place. The reception staff when we left were so different - couldn't do enough and even gave us cookie boxes.

We stayed in a 3 bedroom villa as a family of 5 and it worked perfectly for us. The villa was spacious, comfy and nicely decorated. The kitchen facilities were well stocked and very useful and the AC worked very well. We were not expecting the room to be cleaned every day which was very helpful with 3 kids. Breakfast at the hotel was very good, it was a little limited choice wise but the quality was good and service very friendly and helpful. The larger swimming pool was great and bigger than expected and not too overcrowded so easy to get comfy and enjoy the area. Location wise it is a car journey to Cascais but there were enough restaurants within reasonable walking distance that were good to eat at but having a car (which you could park outside the villa) was nice and easy and it was less than 10 mins to Cascais. Overall a great location that we will be revisiting.

I am so glad that I switch hotel to Onyria Marinha Cascais, Vignette Collection by IHG from the Onyria Quinta da Marinha Hotel to this hotel. The other hotel is very much 3 star hotel. This IHG hotel is nice, quiet, excellent staff. The room is sophisticated and does not make you go back to the 80’s . Good choice if you want to golf with a good hotel. For the same price, you can stay at this hotel for a better room , better staff and with at least shampoo and conditioner…. This one is a IHG hotel and the other one is not, If it is not because I need to stay there for an event, I will not book the other hotel . That event is a very nice event but the hotel selection is not up to the event standard. Other guests also from that event also was disappointed with the selection of that hotel.

Our Fifth Stay Better Than Ever This was our fifth stay at Onyria Marinha Boutique Hotel in Cascais, and once again it exceeded our expectations. We were travelling as a multi-generational family, including grandparents and two children, and chose one of the Family Deluxe Villas. For families, these villas are hard to beat. They offer two spacious bedrooms, plus a clever pull-out bunk bed on the ground floor that the children absolutely loved. The villas are beautifully designed, immaculately maintained, and incredibly practical, with a fully equipped kitchen and washing machine making longer stays effortless. The hotel itself is fantastic for families. There are two lovely swimming pools, a large playground, bikes available to explore the area, and plenty of open space for children to enjoy. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, making it easy for both adults and children to unwind. One of the things we particularly love about the location is that everything you need is close by. Within walking distance you’ll find the driving range, golf course, an excellent bakery, cafés, restaurants and the facilities in nearby Bicuda. Cascais town centre is only a five-minute Uber ride away, giving you easy access to the marina, beaches, shops and restaurants while still allowing you to enjoy the peace and quiet of Quinta da Marinha. A special mention must go to the gym, which has been completely revamped since our previous visit. It is now exceptionally well equipped and one of the best hotel gyms we have come across. What truly sets this hotel apart, however, is the service. Before arriving, I contacted the hotel to explain that my father is unwell and that a smooth arrival would make a huge difference to our family. The response was extraordinary. Catia and her colleagues could not have been kinder. They arranged for us to be checked into a villa close to the hotel facilities and had us settled in within minutes of arrival. They had even thoughtfully stocked the villa with milk, juice, bread and a welcome hamper of useful essentials. These gestures may seem small, but when travelling with elderly parents and children, they make a world of difference. The kindness, empathy and professionalism shown by the team turned what could have been a stressful arrival into a seamless and genuinely touching experience. If you are considering Onyria Marinha for a family holiday, I would recommend it without hesitation. Beautiful villas, excellent facilities, a superb location and, most importantly, a team that genuinely cares about its guests. We are already looking forward to returning.

We had the most wonderful experience at Onyria Boutique Hotel. The location was wonderful and the staff went out of their way to make it a truly unique stay. We hope to return as soon as we can!