Best honeymoon hotels: Tivoli Palácio de Seteais

Wednesday, 18 July 2012 3:33 PM

The five star Tivoli Palácio de Seteais takes you back to the romance and elegance of the 18th century. Located on the side of a mountain in the UNESCO World Heritage town of Sintra, southern Portugal, the Palacio de Seteais provides jaw-dropping views of surrounding Moorish castles, palaces and mountain scenery. Elegant ballrooms, rich tapestries and ornate frescoes complete the picture.

Rooms are spacious with an air of grace and decorated in shades of cream with gold curtains and velvet chairs. Beds are regal and the perfect fit for a romantic honeymoon stay. The restaurant too feels fit for a Queen, full of rare frescoes, elegant chandeliers and candlestick holders. Make sure you try the Portuguese afternoon tea comprising homemade cakes, jams and fruit juices made from ancient recipes handed down through the generations.

Honeymoon Specials
Dream Honeymoons by Tivoli special honeymoon package includes a six night stay in Tivoli Portugal hotels with breakfast. During the week you will spend two nights at the Tivoli Palácio de Seteais in Sintra, two nights at the Tivoli Victoria in the Algarve and 2 nights at the Tivoli in Lisbon. You will also benefit from private transfers, use of a hire car, dinner and drinks at the Tivoli Palácio de Seteais and the Tivoli Victoria restaurants, a private horse and carriage ride through Sintra and a massage for two at the Tivoli Victoria spa.

Beyond the bedroom
If you venture just beyond your bedroom, you’ll find a host of activities to enjoy within the hotel, from pampering in the spa, to a round of golf and getting lost in the garden mazes. However, the main draw is the charming UNESCO World Heritage town of Sintra with its bright yellow and orange castle or Palácio da Pena, sat astride an emerald green mountain like a decoration on top of a wedding cake.

Romance Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥

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