Ξενοδοχεία με Centro de Estudos em Fotografia de Tomar - Casa dos Cubos, Santa Maria Dos Olivais

Foi a primeira vez que ficámos numa unidade da série Collection, mas, a avaliar pela amostra (leia-se: pela experiência), por certo que outras demandaremos. A característica que distingue estas unidades dos Vila Galé “normais” é o peso histórico-cultural de cada edifício e da sua envolvência, o que, em Tomar, dá pano para mangas! Tirando a dificuldade para estacionar perto (existe um estacionamento gratuito a 100 metros, mas sempre muito procurado), ao pousar a bagagem no lobby do hotel, um enorme painel alusivo ao claustro central do Convento de Cristo de imediato nos impele a iniciar uma jornada histórica até à idade média, passando pela época dos Templários, tema omnipresente nas inúmeras imagens que decoram salas, corredores e restaurante, neste último complementadas com extensa cronologia aguçando o apetite dos amantes de história. E já que nos encontramos no restaurante, o pequeno almoço é servido com disposição em forma de cruz, com os produtos em pequenas quantidades, repostas em permanência, e com uma descrição que, à primeira vista, até nos parece em quantidade e variedade bem mais comedida do que nas unidades VG correntes, o que, com observação mais cuidada, concluiremos ser, naturalmente, um equívoco… Os pães variados, os croissants, os queijos, os enchidos, as compotas caseiras, os sumos de fruta, os pratos quentes típicos do pequeno almoço continental, os bolos caseiros, as frutas frescas, enfim, tudo, afinal, lá encontramos, como estamos habituados. Aqui apenas um pequeno reparo para os ovos mexidos, que, para minha estranheza, denotaram no tabuleiro da rechaud uma confecção à base de ovo em pó (?), perdendo em cremosidade e em textura, e contrariando o que é a nossa expectativa no VG. Voltando à primeira forma, o edifício secular ligou duas estruturas contíguas, ligadas por uma passagem área sobre a rua onde se situa a entrada do hotel, e que separa a zona vermelha da zona azul, para melhor orientação dos hóspedes no interior. Quartos, camas e equipamentos com o nível de conforto habitual (só não me habituo é aos edredões que servem de lençol, pois morro de calor!...), salas e saletas de estar, sala de leitura, com clássicos à disposição, bar com piano, uma sala de jantar reservada e, até, uma capela, decoradas com bom gosto, de extremo conforto, a promover o lazer. A piscina exterior, longitudinal, tem o seu bordo infinito sobre o rio Nabão e com vista para o Castelo de Tomar, lá no alto, proporcionando magníficos “postais ilustrados” de fim de tarde e refrescando com tranquilidade os dias quentes de Tomar, em ambiente idílico. De todo o pessoal só temos a dizer bem, em simpatia e profissionalismo. Depois, é só partir à conquista da oferta histórico-patrimonial e gastronómica da cidade Templária, que de tão vasta se pode tornar cansativa, mas teremos sempre este belo pouso para onde regressar, recarregar baterias e voltar à carga, em todas as ocasiões.

The hotel is located in the old town, near shopping and restaurants, from the Christian Convention, 15 minutes walking, upstairs and downstairs. It is comfortable, large bed and modern decoration. Very quiet and rests very well. Good price and customer attention. Breakfast has the required variety, good quality and price. You must confirm it the day before. Start at 8:30h.

perched high up in abrantes this is one fine hotel. simple check-in in a attractive reception area,rooms are well decorated and clean and have a mini fridge,safety deposit box and tea/coffee facilities which was a pleasant surprise,rooms are quiet at night which is another plus. choice of food at breakfast is good as is the evening meal,throw in some lovely views of abrantes while you are eating and you'll enjoy it even more. a big thanks to all the staff and it's nice to use the laundry service that doesn't take advantage,your prices are very fair and i thank you for that.

Clean, new, in the city center, the location is very good. But it forgot to put toilet paper, the room was small and the sound insulation was not good.

There is 1 elevator that is accessible to guests, therefore, check-in was easy, but getting to the room with everyone arriving on tour took 20+ minutes. The shower stall [no bath] was short of a square meter, therefore, beware if you are a bit more round than tall. I woke up with a migraine and needed nourishment to keep it at bay. My wife and I sat down with a very meager plate in a dining room that had been near empty and the manager proceeded to kick us out, because the night before, without any warning, the telephone rang in our room and we were not consulted, just TOLD that our reservation was now @ 8 am. No manners, just an order. The manager was rude and angry when he found us, and made us feel as if we had crossed some imaginary line! Last I looked, hotels are there to serve their customers; had the manager been just straight forward or [god forbid] polite, I would have explained the situation - no chance of that. Nowhere have I ever felt more uncomfortable with the meager service and the unsolicited changes. There are many, many hotels in Fatima, as during holier days, they could be booked solid with no tents to rent, but this was not high season. I would imagine that many devout catholics would dream of such accommodations upon arrival, but we were just looking for a one-night visit. If ever you are in Fatima, beware of hyper-vigilant staff who seem to feel that they are doing us a huge favour by accepting our money and allowing us to eat. Wouldn't go back were they to send me the airfare and invite us back.

**I am giving this hotel a 3 stars for the room alone. Every thing else was above average.** We stayed at this property from 03/20 – 03/23. I had reserved a suite. When I see a suite, I think of a very nice room with a good view. Not in this hotel. We were assigned room #101. This was a suite with a separate sitting room, but the view was of a wall. Not overlooking the sanctuary but a wall of the building next door. Not like the photos on the website. So, if you are looking for a room with a view, do not get room 101. Other than that, the stay was good. The room was clean, and the heating worked well. The price of the room was €93/night. All staff encountered were very friendly and helpful. The restaurant had an excellent staff (especially Ines) and the provided breakfast was very good. Breakfast was €15/person with a very large selection of items. It is one of the hotels located along this street that is directly across the street from the Sanctuary. There is a small onsite parking area with about room for 6 cars. Overall, if I had to do it again, I would not get a room but a city view room. I am giving this hotel a 3 stars for the room alone. Every thing else was above average.

Good location for exploring Tomar sites on foot, many restaurants nearby. Friendly staff, great breakfast buffet, nice public spaces (lobby bar, outdoor pool). Stayed in a “superior room” which was huge with a large sitting area and balcony, comfortable bed, free onsite parking. An affordable luxury compared to larger cities.