We arrived at Casas da Lapa after some hesitation if we were still on the road or not. The hotel is situated high up in a small village clinging to the mountain side. The road snakes higher and higher through the village with some pretty steep and narrow sections but as long as you don't drive a Cadillac '59 or... More

We arrived at approximately 1am on a windy and rainy night in November, after having gotten lost, and then gotten the car stuck and bumping into a tree while turning around. The hotel is NOT easy to find, Once we got there, however it was lovely and cozy inside. The bath products smelled amazing. The breakfast was really delicious and... More

My girlfriend and I visited Casas de Lapa at the end of the season in 2010. We would come back anytime and would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone we met. The hotel was beautifully appointed, with lovely stone walls and furnishings. The meals were excellent, with acompanying wine and ambience. There were two meal options each night, usually... More

If you're a design buff on a road trip through Portugal, this is the place for you. Clinging on to a sheer mounain face (which Mr Lisbonite navigated with ease whilst I squeaked with fear in the passenger seat like the wimp that I am) and with amazing views, this hotel has a design-loving owner that has ensured that every... More

We absolutely loved our 3 day stay at Casas da Lapas. Our friends recommended it to us and we now recommend it to you. You can relax by the lovely pool and have a yummy coffee/chocolate/carmel sundae, or hike in the forest all day, earning lots of virtue points, and then relax by the pool and have a sundae. The... More

My husband and I stayed 2 nights at Casas da Lapa and we just loveded the experience. We ususaly do some weekend escapes in Portugal so we can say we know lot's of country houses but, no other was as tasteful and charming as Casas da Lapa! All aspects of the house are 5 *: the "house keeper" - Dona... More

A great location for exploring the Serra de Estrela. We stayed 2 nights. The hotel rooms are modern with big windows that open to let the mountain breeze in. The staff lets you choose when you want breakfast and we also had them prepare our dinner (quite good & excellent desserts). Since it is so isolated, the free use of... More

Excellent place at the small Lapa dos Dinheiros. The Hotel has 8 rooms and is only 3 years old. Very comtemporary design inside while keeping the Serra da Estrela mood on the outside, including the all stone exterior. Lots of nice amenities. Including wine tastings from the owner's father own cave. The staff is certainly a highlight of the Casas... More

We've stayed in Casas da Lapa for two nights and we've loved. Very nice architecture, very nice rooms, with jacuzzi, DVD player and especially a great great view, two very comfortable living rooms, a swimming pool, a small gym, sauna and a great staff. Everyone is very sympathetic and make you feel comfortable. You may use the internet freely and... More