Holidaymakers and golfers will be able to get a first glimpse of the extensive refurbishment of Quinta Da Marinha as the hotel prepares to reopen on Tuesday, June 9.

The Portuguese hotel celebrated its 20th birthday in style this year with a complete overhaul of all 198 bedrooms, many communal areas and updated décor throughout, but the big reveal was unfortunately halted due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Located less than an hour’s drive from Lisbon in stunning Cascais, Hotel Quinta da Marinha is part of the ‘Great Hotels of the World’ portfolio and boasts a Robert Trent Jones-designed par-71 golf course with outstanding views over the Atlantic Ocean and the Sintra Mountains.

The hotel’s reopening is welcome news to the owners, staff and future guests of the hotel who will finally be able to enjoy the fresh, modern feel of the €5m investment – which is set to make the already five-star experience extra special.

Guests will be able to stay in the new rooms, which haven’t been slept in before the hotel’s reopening, as well as experiencing the other extensive facilities the hotel has to offer. Bookings in June, July and August include activities such as yoga, golf, tennis, horse riding, surfing and bike rides – a great way to explore Cascais and the breath-taking beach of Praia do Guincho, located just 5km away.

The on-site restaurants will also reopen with live cooking shows from chef Fernando Monteiro set to be another enticing attraction to the resort.

Of course, the hotel’s reopening is subject to strict guidelines and precautions to help keep staff and guests safe. Quinta da Marinha has received the ‘Clean and Safe’ stamp of approval from the Tourism of Portugal, which distinguishes tourist activities which are compliant with hygiene and cleaning requirements for the prevention and control of COVID-19 and other possible infections.

The strict safety regulations put in place include an enhanced and thorough cleaning regime, taking the temperature of staff and visitors, PPE equipment where needed, as well as measures to maintain social distancing. The hotel is also debuting mobile room access technology which enables guests to open room doors using their mobile phones.

Sales director, João Pinto Coelho, said: “We would have been excited to open and welcome guests back in normal circumstances, but the fact that we are reopening an entirely new hotel brings a different level of anticipation and exhilaration.

“It’s been a tough and strange time for everyone, but we are hoping that we can offer an escape to tourists for them to enjoy their leisure time in a safe and luxury environment.

“Over the last two decades, It’s always been our vision to offer the best five-star experience in the region and maintain the highest standards possible. This renovation will go a long way to achieving that, giving our valued guests the comfort, space and design they deserve and expect.

“We are delighted to be able to welcome them back and look forward to proudly showcasing the new and improved hotel.”

For more information and reservations, email: reservations@quintadamarinha.com or phone (+351) 214 860 141.
www.quintadamarinha.com

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• The Onyria Golf Resorts group is part of the natural evolution of a project that began around 25 years ago. The group was created to undertake the integrated management of resorts, villas, hotels, golf courses and restaurants.
• Onyria Golf Resorts is a family enterprise and began in 1985, with the acquisition of a plot of land in the Quinta da Marinha, Cascais.
• Current and future touristic investments include various projects which are always situated in the most privileged locales: exquisite locations devoted to relaxation, but with the added advantage of always being close by to urban centers.
• High-resolution imagery of Quinta da Marinha can be downloaded from here.