The medieval town of Caldas da Rainha is located on the coast of Portugal, about 60 miles north of Lisbon. Since the 19th century, the city has been famous for its glazed ceramic pottery, which is now displayed in numerous art institutes, museums and markets where the ceramics are sold. Visitors to Caldas da Rainha will find a variety of historic buildings, small alleys and market squares with street-side cafes as well as a picturesque countryside with beautiful beaches and lagoons.
Hotel Cristal Caldas is situated in Caldas da Rhainha’s city center. Its modern facade opens to an elegant interior with marble floors and pillars, traditional Portuguese decor and selected art pieces. The 245 guest rooms feature a contemporary design and come with air conditioning, mini-bar, hair dryer and satellite TV. Wireless Internet is available in the hotel’s public area. The hotel features two on-site restaurants serving regional cuisine, a bar, an outdoor swimming pool and a game room. A soccer field and sports facility lie near the hotel.
Hotel Cristal Caldas
Rua Antonio Sergio 31
2500-130 Caldas da Rainha
Portugal
011-351-262-840-260
hoteiscristal.pt
Guests at the Caldas International Hotel stay in a modern building at the northern outskirts of the city, .8 miles from the city center. Its interior opens to a contemporary design with modern furniture and marble floors. Most of the 83 rooms were remodeled in 2008 and feature parquet floors and a color-coordinated mix between furniture, fabrics and art decorations. Amenities include air conditioning, mini bar and satellite TV. Mornings at the hotel begin with a complimentary breakfast before guests then relax at the outdoor swimming pool or Jacuzzi, or rent a car from the hotel to enjoy the surrounding nature.
Caldas International Hotel
Rua Dr. Artur Figueiroa Rego 45
2500-186 Caldas da Rainha
Portugal
011-351-262-830-500
caldasinternacionalhotel.com
Hotel Dom Carlos is located next to Caldas da Rainha’s historic thermal spa right in the city center. It features 18 rooms that come in a simple design with Portuguese country decor and satellite TV, in-room safe and wireless Internet access. Guests enjoy an on-site garden terrace, a bar and a restaurant serving Portuguese cuisine and a breakfast. Outside of the hotel lie tennis courts, a children’s playground and hiking trails. The hotel sits within walking distance to the Museu de Ceramica.
Hotel Dom Carlos
Rua Camoes 39a
2500-174 Caldas da Rainha
Portugal
011-351-262-832-551
domcarlos.net
