Host to exiled royalty and wartime spies — the hotel whose casino nights reputedly sparked Casino Royale.
Room rates include the full spa & gym and a gourmet sit-down breakfast every morning.
To book: create a free Cozy Membership on their site (so you're logged in), then search your dates with the code RachaelFilup2027 — valid May 14–18. Together they stack to 19% off.
rates often dip in an incognito window — and midweek searches tend to beat weekend ones
Staying onsite is absolutely not required — there are wonderful Airbnbs nearby. Look in Estoril and Cascais: downtown Cascais is especially lovely and full of great restaurants, and the two are so close (a 5-minute drive, 10-minute walk) you can enjoy both from either.
The Weekend
may 14
Welcome Dinner — arriving on the 14th? Join us at a cliffside restaurant overlooking the Atlantic.
may 15
Rehearsal Dinner
may 16
The Wedding
may 17
Pool Day — we'll be poolside at the hotel all day; partake or drop in as you please.
Worth the Trip
Places we love, near and far — each one a frame worth stealing.
Lisbon
30 min
Great restaurants, cafés, and little parks.
Sintra
25 min
A fairytale town of palaces and stunning views. Best as a guided day trip. Drive close, then Uber the last stretch.
Ericeira
45 min
One of our all-time favorite beach towns — walkable, world-class surf to watch, and affordable food right on the coastline.
The Algarve
2.5 hrs
Portugal's southern coast — often compared to Maui or Amalfi.
Porto
3 hrs
Colorful streets, river views, and world-famous port wine.
Douro Valley
3.5 hrs
The world's oldest officially demarcated wine region (set in 1756).
Madrid
1 hr flight
Stunning architecture and delicious food. Be sure to stop into Chocolatería San Ginés for their legendary hot chocolate and churros.
Seville
1 hr flight
Flamenco, tapas culture, and gothic architecture.
Barcelona
2 hr flight
Gaudí, Mediterranean beaches, and incredible food.
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Good to Know
Do I need to speak Portuguese?
No — on the whole, everyone speaks plenty of English.
Can I drive there?
Your US driver's license works in Portugal — and they even drive on the right. (You'd only need an international license for Spain.)
Which airlines should I look at?
You're not limited to US carriers — TAP and Iberia are both great options.
Send Us a Note
Tell us you're coming, ask us anything, or just say hello — it lands straight in our inboxes.
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