Hotel Estoril Eden - Estoril, Portugal 

This was my second visit to Estoril having previously stayed at the Clube do Lago and it was only for the sake of doing something slighlty different this year that I chose the Estoril Eden. It was a good decision. We had a room/apartment on the top floor overlooking the beach which was a very pleasant surprise. Add to this the size of the room (it had a 6 seater dining table in it with room to spare!) and it really was ideal. There was one moment of panic for two blokes travelling together on finding there was only one bed (in a seperate room to the main living area by the way) but we were relieved to find the sofa folded out to form a second one. This was apparently fairly comfortable but it may be something for people to consider if they're not expecting this. Furniture in our room was fine and not worn as per the previous reviewers experience. The bathroom was a little jaded perhaps and could probably do with a re-tile or something. Of the facilities we used the pool area was good but fairly busy (you collect a voucher for towels for this area from reception which you use throughout your stay and must return at the end or you are stung for 20 euros). The fitness equipment is limited to a running machine, a cross trainer and a couple of bikes. If you want a well equipped gym then this is not it! There's an indoor pool and steam room but we didn't use these. Wireless internet is available or you can use the computer provided in the lobby (these are charged additionally). Our experience of the breakfast was not great though. Location wise this is pretty good, easy access from Monte Estoril station (although steps from station are steep). You can walk along the front to Cascais or Estoril itself. All in all, the size of the room and the better location I think gives this place the edge over my stay at the Clube do Lago last year.

The Eden (aparthotel) Hotel, Estoril is within walking distances of the beach, harbour, shops and nightlife. We got a good price for our room as booked only the day before we arrived online and the Eden was one of the few hotels that actually had room. The reception team were welcoming, The rooms are a little retro, but perfectly clean and fresh. We had an excellent view of the sea and beach. We didn’t use the pool so can’t comment on it. Parking was difficult but we finally found a road side parking place.