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9.3 / 10 Guest Rating

A Capela - A Essência de Sintra

Av. Barão Almeida Santos No. 3, Sintra, pt

A Capela - A Essência de Sintra - main view

About the Property

Unique Accommodation Options

A Capela - A Essência de Sintra offers a unique stay with a choice between a converted 18th-century chapel and a Garden Villa with a private pool. The chapel boasts underfloor heating, vaulted ceilings, and a cozy living area, while the Garden Villa provides a serene retreat with exclusive pool access.

Convenient Location

Located in Sintra old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, our hotel is a short walk from the train station and close to the beach tram stop. Explore the historic Moorish Castle and other nearby attractions like Sintra National Palace and Quinta da Regaleira.

Tranquil Outdoor Spaces

Relax on the sunny terrace overlooking the scenic surroundings or wander through the lush garden with fruit trees at The Villa. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Gothic architecture at The Chapel and enjoy modern amenities for a comfortable stay.

Experience the essence of Sintra - Book your stay at A Capela now!

Facilities & Amenities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Family rooms
Safety deposit box
Soundproof rooms
Ironing service
Non-smoking throughout
Allergy-free room

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

Please note that the property only accepts children from 12 years old onward.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. Managed by a private host A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

9.3
Exceptional17 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the unique property and frequently praise the flexible hosts.

Categories

Cleanliness8.9
Service9.9
Location9.9
Room Quality9.4
Amenities9.4
Value for Money8.9
Food and Beverage8.4
Overall Experience9.4

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RobertdeDE
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in May 17, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0
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PascalchCH
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in May 14, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0
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EugenecaCA
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 19, 2026

"A unique and serene place to stay in the magical land which is Sintra."

10.0

Excellent location, quiet yet walking distance to town; easy to get Uber. Breakfast arrangements were excellent. Chapel itself was quiet, serene, and comfortable. Includes excellent and comprehensive guide to area attractions. Wish the weather would have allowed us to sit in the beautiful, private outdoor spaces. Max as host was super responsive and attentive to our needs; providing recommendations, helping to plan our itinerary, and making the visit perfect.

The Chapel in January was chilly. Provided heaters did heat up the main spaces comfortably, but kitchen and bathroom remained cold. Need to be cautious with the stairs to the loft.

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JosephusUS
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 20, 2025

"Exceptional"

9.0

Unusual property, well remodeled chapel. Very close to old city and restaurants. Hosts were very flexible, kind and communicative.

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FranceusUS
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 8, 2025

"Beautiful, unique property with dedicated parking"

10.0

It was such a unique property! We really enjoyed everything about it. The location was good and it was great - even imperative - to have a dedicated parking spot in Sintra. Breakfast was provided at a nearby cafe, although there was also a coffee maker (a necessity for me) and pods in the full kitchen.

More hooks and/or shelves in the bathroom.

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JameszaZA
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group
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 30, 2024

"Wonderful place to stay to explore Sintra!"

10.0

All around it was a very good experience. Wonderful facilities, very helpful hostess!

The shower in the bathroom kept getting blocked. That was our only (small) problem.

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MarkétaczCZ
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with friends
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 14, 2024

"Superb"

9.0

Great place, lovely views

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MakepeacegbGB
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young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 11, 2024

"Very good"

8.0

Drawers to unpack (full of bedding)

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AmandagbGB
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family with young children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 14, 2024

"Excellent trip, villa and Sintra perfect"

9.0

Beautiful property with very comfortable beds! The pool was a great asset as well. Sara was very helpful with recommendations which we found very useful. We were also given tokens to use at the cafe round the corner for breakfast each morning. The food and service, was excellent. Location perfect for wandering into the centre of Sintra and at night you can see the castle lit up from the terrace.

The peacocks which are beautiful can be a little noisy early morning.

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LisausUS
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family with young children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 6, 2024

"Superb"

9.0
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