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Quinta
Das Lágrimas
Rua
Antonio Augusto Goncalves
Coimbra,
3040-241
Portugal
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charm, history, elegance, experiences.... this is the essence of Quinta
das Lágrimas (Estate of Tears), a hotel with soul and character,
a retreat of comfort that honors Portugal's rich traditions of hospitality
and gastronomy.
For
centuries a private sanctuary that welcomed Kings, Emperors and world figures
like the Duke of Wellington, the Quinta das Lágrimas Hotel is now
open to all those that appreciate the art of fine living… and to those
that want to discover the medieval love legend of Prince Pedro and the
fair Inês de Castro.
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History
Quinta
das Lágrimas, located halfway between Oporto and Lisbon, is much
more than just a charming hotel. The comfort of its rooms and suites is
complemented by a medieval legend of love. It was at the Quinta that in
the XIVth-century Prince Pedro and Inês de Castro lived their forbidden
love affair.
Legend
says that it was here that Inês cried for the last time, while being
pierced by the daggers of the killers sent by King Afonso, Pedro’s father.
Her blood still colors the stone-bed of the fountain that was born of her
tears--the tears that gave the name to this romantic estate.
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Cuisine
Our
cuisine uses traditional ingredients of this region to create exquisite
recipes that we refresh four times per year, with the rhythm of the seasons.
It is a “Market Cuisine” because it uses only the freshest ingredients
available.
Our
Chefs use vegetables and herbs organically grown on our own grounds. In
our restaurant, which was recently granted a Michelin star, you will be
able to savor aromatic herbs from our Chef’s Garden and oranges, lemons
and avocados from our orchard, as well as the raspberries and wild watercress
that grow all over the Quinta.
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Spa
The
Bamboo Garden Spa at Quinta das Lágrimas is a sanctuary of peace
and serenity that offers a series of treatments aimed at promoting relaxation
and well-being for mind and body.
Golf
The
hotel’s on site golf academy (equipped with a driving range and a 9-hole
pitch and putt course), specialized in the training of short-game, is complemented
by the region’s two golf courses, the closest of which is located 20 minutes
away from the hotel.
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Botanic
Gardens
The
Quinta’s 12 hectares of botanical gardens are a haven for dozens of species
of birds and also a true Natural Museum where rare trees are exhibited
as if they were works of art. The Quinta das Lágrimas’ collection
of trees boasts specimens from all corners of the world, including camphor
trees, maples, palm trees, araucarias, and a couple of sequoias planted
by the Duke of Wellington when he visited the estate in the early nineteenth
century when the general was the commander in chief of the Anglo-Portuguese
army that repelled Napoleon’s troops. The Duke’s lieutenant was the lord
of the manor and he stayed at the Quinta for two occasions, leaving profound
memories behind.
Legend
says that Inês’ ghost still roams the Quinta, eternally searching
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Facilities: |
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Business
Center
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Currency
Exchange
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Laundry
Facilities
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Poolside
bar
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Sauna
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Parking
(valet)
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Swimming
pool - children's
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Security
guard
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Conference
room(s)
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Library
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Swimming
pool - indoor
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Bar/lounge
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Concierge
desk
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Elevator/lift
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Full-service
health spa
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Banquet
facilities
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Complimentary
breakfast
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Parking
(secure)
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Fireplace
in lobby
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Dry cleaning/laundry
service
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Golf course
on site
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Fitness
facilities
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Wedding
services
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Umbrella
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Swimming
pool - outdoor seasonal
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Meeting
rooms (small groups)
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Beauty
services
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Internet
access - wireless
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Medical
assistance available
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Doorman/doorwoman
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Porter/bellhop
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24-hour
front desk
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Complimentary
newspapers in lobby
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Multilingual
staff
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Parking
(free)
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Pool table
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Clubhouse
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Television
in lobby
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Tour assistance
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Patio
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Air-conditioned
public areas
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Suitable
for children
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Audio-visual
equipment
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Gift shops
or newsstand
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Room service
(limited hours)
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Restaurant(s)
in hotel
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Guestrooms:
The
hotel offers 3 different atmospheres: the Palace, Garden and Spa guestrooms.
The
Palace rooms, which once accommodated the Duke of Wellington and the King
Miguel of Portugal, have the charm and romanticism of days gone by and
offer a stay in history.
Offering
direct access to the serene botanical garden, the garden rooms overlook
the stage for the love affair of Pedro and Ines.
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modernly designed spa rooms boast stunning views of the Quinta's woods
and Coimbra.
The
Quinta das Lagrimas Hotel is a member of Relais & Chateaux, an assocation
of hospitality establishments that include beautiful hotels of charm and
the finest restaurants in the world.
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Activities
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Distances
are calculated in a straight line from the property’s location to the point
of interest or attraction, and may not reflect actual travel distance.
Distances
are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometre.
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Portugal
dos Pequenitos - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
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Convento
de Santa Clara-a-Velha - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
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Convento
de Santa Clara-a-Nova - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
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Biblioteca
Joanina - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
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Jardim
Botanico - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
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Coimbra
University - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
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Velha
Cathedral - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
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Igreja
de Santa Cruz - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
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Jardim
da Manga - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
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Praca
da Republica - 1.6 km / 1 mi
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Estadio
Cidade de Coimbra - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
The preferred
airport for Quinta Das Lagrimas is Lisbon (LIS-Portela) - 169.8 km / 105.5
mi.
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Quinta Das
Lágrimas
Rua
Antonio Augusto Goncalves
Coimbra,
3040-241
Portugal
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