NH Sintra Centro is a modern 4-star hotel in the heart of Sintra Vila, just 300 metres from the National Palace and a 5-minute walk from the train station. Operated by NH Hotel Group, the property offers contemporary rooms, an outdoor pool, on-site restaurant, free parking, and family-friendly facilities — making it one of the best-value mid-range options in a centre dominated by small boutique properties and historic palace hotels.
The location is the standout advantage. From the hotel you can walk directly into Sintra's historic core: the National Palace (Palácio Nacional de Sintra) with its iconic white conical chimneys is two blocks away, and the cafés, queijaria shops, and tile-fronted houses of Sintra Vila are at your doorstep. The train station — with trains to Lisbon Rossio every 30 minutes — is a downhill 5-minute walk. Bus 434 to Pena Palace and the Moorish Castle, and bus 435 to Quinta da Regaleira and Monserrate, both stop a short walk from the hotel.
The free on-site parking is a genuinely rare advantage in central Sintra, where most boutique hotels have no parking and the streets are highly restricted. Arriving by car, the hotel is also the only mid-range centre option that doesn't require shuttle access from a parking lot.
The property has 81 rooms across standard double, superior, and family configurations (sleeps up to 4). All rooms have free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and modern bathrooms. The seasonal outdoor pool sits in a quiet garden area at the rear of the property. The on-site restaurant serves a full breakfast buffet and à la carte dinner.
Best for: families, walking-first travellers, road-trippers who want a centre location with free parking, and anyone wanting Sintra Vila access without the palace-hotel price tag.
Highlights
- 4-star hotel with 81 rooms, family-friendly configurations
- Heart of Sintra Vila — 5-minute walk to National Palace
- 5-minute walk to Sintra train station (Lisbon trains every 30 min)
- Free on-site parking — rare advantage in central Sintra
- Outdoor pool with sun loungers (seasonal)
- On-site restaurant with breakfast buffet and dinner
- Walking access to cafés, queijaria shops, and historic centre
- Bus 434 (Pena/Moorish Castle) and 435 (Regaleira/Monserrate) stop nearby
- Best value-for-money 4★ option in Sintra Vila itself
Amenities
✓ Outdoor pool with sun loungers (seasonal, typically May–Sep)
✓ On-site restaurant with breakfast buffet and dinner
✓ Free on-site parking
✓ Free Wi-Fi throughout
✓ 24-hour reception
✓ Family rooms (sleep up to 4)
✓ Garden / outdoor terrace area
✓ Concierge for tours, taxis, and tickets
✓ Air conditioning in all rooms
✓ Pet-friendly (small dogs by request)
✓ Electric car charging
✓ Disabled-access rooms available
Room types
- Standard Double (20 m², garden or street view)
- Superior Double (24 m², upgraded amenities)
- Family Room (32 m², sleeps 4)
- Junior Suite (35 m², sitting area)
Frequently asked questions
How close is NH Sintra Centro to the National Palace and Sintra Vila?
Very close — about 300 metres (a 5-minute downhill walk) to the National Palace and Praça da República, the heart of Sintra Vila. You can step out of the hotel and be in the historic centre within minutes, no transport needed. This is one of very few mid-range hotels in Sintra with true walking access to the main square.
Can I walk to Sintra train station?
Yes — 5 minutes downhill from the hotel. Sintra trains run to Lisbon Rossio every 30 minutes (40-min journey, €2.30 each way), making the hotel a viable base for day trips into Lisbon. The walk back uphill from the station is gentle.
How do I get to Pena Palace and the Moorish Castle from the hotel?
Bus 434 (the hop-on-hop-off tourist loop) stops a short walk from the hotel and goes directly to both Pena Palace and Moorish Castle. €7.60 return. Alternatively, the hotel can arrange a taxi or tuk-tuk (€8–€12 one way). Pena Palace is 4 km from the hotel (10–15 min by car or bus).
Is the hotel suitable for families with children?
Yes — NH Sintra Centro is one of the more family-friendly options in Sintra. Standard rooms can be configured with an extra bed; family rooms sleep up to 4 (two adults + two children). The outdoor pool is shallow at one end. The centre location means kids can be in Sintra Vila in 5 minutes — easier for short attention spans than the out-of-town palace hotels.
Does the hotel have free parking?
Yes — free on-site parking for guests. This is a genuinely rare advantage in central Sintra, where most boutique and palace hotels have no parking and the centre streets are heavily restricted. Road-trip-with-kids logistics are much easier here than at hotels requiring shuttle access.