The Literary Man

4.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Obidos Castle
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Meeting facility
Free daily continental breakfast
Front of property
Superior Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe
Restaurant

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Rua de Dom João de Ornelas, Obidos, 2510-074
  • Vila Natal
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Obidos Castle
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Grande Mercado Medieval de Obidos
    ‪5 min walk‬
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Room options

Economy Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premium Suite

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Obidos

Obidos Castle is a short stroll from The Literary Man, and other popular attractions like Obidos Lagoon are within a 10-minute drive. This 30-room, 4-star hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Vila Natal - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Obidos Castle - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Grande Mercado Medieval de Obidos - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Foz do Arelho Beach - 16 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • Praia D'El Rey Golf Course - 18 min drive - 13.5 miles

Getting around

  • Caldas Da Rainha Station - 12 min drive
  • Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Arcus Pastelaria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Petrarum Domus Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Avocado Caffe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pastelaria d'Avó de Adélia - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Adega do Ramada - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Literary Man

Hotel with free breakfast, near Obidos Castle
Guests of The Literary Man enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and a library. If you decide to drive, there's free offsite parking. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include free newspapers, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
LCD TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport down comforters. Other standard amenities include minibars, safes, and phones.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 50.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 40.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 40.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free nearby parking.
Property Registration Number 125

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Literary Man Hotel Obidos
Literary Man Hotel
Literary Man Obidos
The Literary Man Hotel
The Literary Man Obidos
The Literary Man Hotel Obidos

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Literary Man?

The Literary Man provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around The Literary Man?

This hotel is located in Obidos, just steps from Igreja de Santa Maria and Municipal Museum, and within a short walk of Vila Natal. You'll also find Obidos Castle and Grande Mercado Medieval de Obidos less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Literary Man?

No, there isn't parking at the hotel but you'll find free parking nearby.

Is there a spa available at The Literary Man?

Spa services at the hotel include massages.

Does The Literary Man feature a casino?

No, The Literary Man doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Literary Man?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Literary Man a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms feature in-room massages.

Are there hot tubs at The Literary Man?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Literary Man feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Literary Man serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will The Literary Man allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Literary Man.

Does The Literary Man have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Literary Man?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Literary Man.

The Literary Man Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 233 out of 431 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 130 out of 431 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 431 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 431 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 431 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect!

A wonderful hotel, charming in every way and perfectly situated. Thank you. Family will be back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Maria Açucena, Richmond

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good hotel very near to the historical area
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristof

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Hotel is in need of an upgrade/renovation. Basic elements are missing like a kettle to boil water.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere, excellent breakfast, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

CYRIL, Memphis

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful! Amazing place. Wonderful staff. Excellent food and beverage. Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Florence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel. Right outside the city walls it was very convenient for parking (December) and to enter the old city. The hotel is old worldly, in a good way. The breakfast was fabulous. Lots of choice with much of it home made.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful

Such a fun, unique place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dale

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A unique experience with a welcoming and attentive staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maximo

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely setting.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul Eric

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property has a great location and unique concept. Close to the castle and inside the medieval town. We had a major problem with service at night. The bar staff refused to serve us telling us they were out of "drinks". It was 9pm and we were asked to go somewhere else. When we returned 2 couples were enjoying white wine and a cocktail. This hotel is NOT inclusive choosing who they serve. We will not return nor will we recommend it as a result. The front desk staff and breakfast staff are amazing but the dinning room have an exclusive mentality. Disappointing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Uma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
One of a kind. Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra, Maple Ridge

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and the breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deyana, Charlotte

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved that feeling of being transported to an old library of the past... Nothing compares to the smell and comfort physical books give you. And they were everywhere - even in the guest rooms. My only regret is not staying long enough to read a few of the books they had on display while cuddled in the gorgeous sofas in the common spaces. I also loved the comfortable minimalism of our suite, which had two full bathrooms (quite an unexpected perk).
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel, great staff! Beatrice the manager is very very cool and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

My thoughts

Great location the restaurant was excellent. However the hotel itself is looking dated also mildewing smell in the hallways think it was coming from the carpet
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024