Grande Mercado Medieval de Obidos - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Obidos Castle - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
West Cliffs Golf Course - 18 min drive - 13.6 km
Praia D'El Rey Golf Course - 20 min drive - 19.1 km
Getting around
Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) - 55 min drive
Caldas Da Rainha Station - 12 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
The Literary Man is a great choice for a stay in Obidos. Guests indulge in massages, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.
Languages
English, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
30 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Guests will receive an email 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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free off-site parking within 328 ft
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children's games
Children's books
Working away
Meeting room
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
Banquet hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Sleep well
Down comforter
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Guidebooks/recommendations
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
Destination fee: EUR 1 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 50 per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
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
Does The Literary Man offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Literary Man does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Literary Man?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Literary Man?
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Literary Man?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at The Literary Man and nearby?
The Literary Man has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Literary Man?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Literary Man like?
The Literary Man is a short 3-minute walk from Vila Natal and 13 minutes' walk from Obidos Castle.
The Literary Man Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
6 December 2024
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.
Florence
Florence, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 December 2024
Wonderful
Such a fun, unique place
Katherine
Katherine, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 October 2024
Emad
Emad, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 October 2024
Maximo
Maximo, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 October 2024
Shannon
Shannon, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
18 October 2024
Lovely setting.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 September 2024
Wayne
Wayne, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
13 September 2024
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
Paul Eric
Paul Eric, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 September 2024
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 September 2024
One of a kind. Loved it
Uma
Uma, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 September 2024
Staff were friendly and the breakfast was amazing!
Sandra
Sandra, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 August 2024
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).
Deyana
Deyana, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 August 2024
Valerie
Valerie, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 August 2024
Amazing hotel, great staff! Beatrice the manager is very very cool and helpful!
Christina
Christina, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 August 2024
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
Verified traveller
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
3 August 2024
Omar
Omar, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 August 2024
Great for book lovers!
Really quirky hotel. Amazing for book lovers and those who love old architecture. The restaurant was also good for dinner with a range of options including vegetarian. The breakfast was a buffet style but superb.
Lorna
Lorna, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
1 August 2024
Genevieve
Genevieve, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
28 July 2024
unique property full of books lining the walls and shelves. Great location - just at the foothill of Obidos wall. The only downside was the smell: the room has a heavy mildew smell, and the bathrooms has an obvious sewer smell.
Danhao
Danhao, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
26 July 2024
Julia
Julia, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 July 2024
Incredible surprise!
Incredible hotel. Best value the room was huge, we had a suite although we booked a room with a double bed. It’s well decorated, you will find all the anémieriez you need and the hotel itself is well situated only a few steps from the old town. The hotel itself is amazing, with their collection of 70 000 books. Furthermore their breakfast buffet is wonderful and so delicious.
What an amazing surprise in our trip to Portugal!
Stéphanie
Stéphanie, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 July 2024
Alejandro
Alejandro, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 July 2024
NATALIE
NATALIE, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 July 2024
Beautiful, unique place. Lovely, super clean room with lots of character. Amazing breakfast… and I recommend having their dinner, too! Wonderful, friendly and eager to-please staff. HIGHLY recommend!!
Alexandra
Alexandra, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 June 2024
The most friendly amazing staff !!! Quaint and lovely and fun and unique