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This magnificent blue and white Baroque Pousada was formerly used by the Royal Guard of the Court while resident at the Palace of Queluz, known as ‘the Portuguese Versailles’. The Pousada, opposite the palace and only twenty minutes' taxi ride from the centre of Lisbon, has been beautifully renovated and retains a charming small theatre which would have been used for private performances, complete with gilded balcony and armchairs. It has tall windows dressed with gold curtains, candlelit tables, an open fire, dark antique furniture, bronze fixtures – and there is even a splendid harp.
The rooms are incredibly comfortable and of a good size, and the bar and lounge area are very homely. The Queluz Palace has been painted in a very prominent pink colour for decades (the colour of royalty in Portugal) and was easily identifiable as the 'pink palace' but in fact the original building was originally been painted blue and the blue shade was eventually restored in recent years.
The Pousada's former restaurant, the "Cozinha Velha" Restaurant is quite exceptional and located across the square, but is now primarily used for just events. At the moment the Pousada only offers Bed & Breakfast basis, however there are a couple of dining options within an easy walk of the Pousada and Lisbon is a short taxi ride away.
Whilst Queluz is a small, quiet town and the 18th century Palace of Queluz is the main attraction, charming old houses, traditional architecture and megalistic monuments from 2500BC can also be found here. There are also local cafes, shops and restaurants within walking distance from the Pousada. A direct train service to and from Lisbon is also only a ten-minute walk away from the Pousada.
The Pousada is also easy to find from the airport, just off the motorway.
Please note that the Cozinha Velha is no longer operating as a restaurant and is now only used for weddings and special events.
Breakfast is still served in the Pousada.
From Lisbon Airport:
Free parking is available to guests, opposite the palace.
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