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The Literary Man
4 stars

The Literary Man

Rua De Dom João De Ornelas, 2510-074 Óbidos, Leiria, Portugal
+351 262 959 214
From
C$ 6
Cheapest

rate per night

9.0
Excellent

based on 50 reviews

The Literary Man
Sun 21/4
Thu 25/4
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
Deluxe room
C$ 123
Superior Room
C$ 125

About The Literary Man

  • Hotel Room
    You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi and Breakfast for free
The Literary Man Óbidos Hotel is a unique literary hotel and the biggest in the world. Located next to the Óbidos Castle, this former convent kept its original charm and was converted in to a hotel called Estalagem do Convento in 1965. With 30 rooms, the interiors shows an option of traditional decoration and an eco and modern style. The rooms are equipped with LCD's, heating and air conditioning, free WiFi, and some units offer a minibar. It has various international books distributed for all the hotel, a restaurant, a gin bar and a lounge with an antique fireplace. Guests can choose from a literary menu. Upon reservation, the hotel provides massages in a old winery atmosphere or at guests' room. Óbidos Lagoon is just 5 km away. Caldas da Rainha and Peniche as well as its beaches are a 10-minute drive. Lisbon International Airport is 79 km away.

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night including GST, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at The Literary Man

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans

General

  • Quiet street view
  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Tile/marble floor
  • City view
  • Storage available

Bathroom

  • Shower cap
  • Additional toilet
  • Bidet
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Minibar
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Books, DVDs, music for children
  • Kids meals
  • Complimentary breakfast

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cooking classes

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Spa

  • Massage

Reviews of The Literary Man

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9.0
WonderfulBased on 50 verified guest reviews
9.2Couples
9.7Solo
8.3Friends
8.9Families

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10.0 Wonderful
Pros:The actual space, rooms of the hotel are so unique and atmospheric. Helpful staff, excellent breakfast - great value for money.
Cons:Not an issue for us, but there is no wifi throughout the hotel, but you need to go to specific hot spots if you want to access the internet via the hotel free wifi.

Location

Rua De Dom João De Ornelas, 2510-074 Óbidos, Leiria

What's nearby

  • Obidos Castle347 m
  • Santa Maria Church392 m
  • Bom Sucesso Golf Course8.2 km
  • Golf Club Praia d'El Rey11.2 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Literary Man

Low season

October

High season

July

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 153

Average price (weekend night)

C$ 151
Cheapest month to stay with an average 2% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 6% rise in price.
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When to book a room at The Literary Man

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Top tips for your stay at The Literary Man

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Literary Man, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in October and April.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Literary Man, plan to stay on a Saturday or Friday. The most expensive day is usually Sunday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Literary Man was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 151, while the most expensive was C$ 151.
  • How long should you stay at The Literary Man? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at The Literary Man

  • Where is The Literary Man located?

    The Literary Man is located at Rua De Dom João De Ornelas, 0.1 km from the centre of Óbidos. Obidos Castle is the closest landmark to The Literary Man.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Literary Man?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at The Literary Man.

  • Does The Literary Man offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Literary Man offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Literary Man from the airport?

    The Literary Man is 65 km from Lisbon Humberto Delgado. The Literary Man is 73 km from Cascais Aerodrome.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Literary Man hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Literary Man in Óbidos and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Literary Man and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Literary Man.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.9

Distance to downtown

0.1 km