The Literary Man Obidos Hotel

Hotels
8.7 (1841 reviews)
Dom João D´Ornelas , Óbidos , pt

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location near/just outside the old town
Unique, beautiful medieval/literary decor and atmosphere
Very spacious rooms
Excellent, varied breakfast (eggs cooked to order)
Friendly and helpful staff
Good on-site restaurant
Large book collection and distinctive theme
Charming hotel and great atmosphere
Cons:
Parking can be difficult
Cleanliness issues reported (stains, odors, dirty/aged carpets)
Occasional flies in the restaurant
Some outdated facilities / doors not locking
Noisy air conditioning / limited soundproofing
Very soft beds and occasional broken fixtures (e.g., toilet seat)

Categories

Cleanliness
8
Mixed feedback: some guests report rooms were clean, but multiple mentions of stains, odd smells, dirty/aged carpet and comments that places could be cleaner.
Service
9.2
Consistently praised across reviews: friendly, helpful and attentive staff; several guests explicitly highlight excellent service.
Location
9.3
Very strong: repeatedly described as perfect/excellent and right by the old town/wall with great views; occasional parking challenges mentioned.
Room Quality
8.6
Rooms often described as spacious, well-decorated and comfortable; some negatives noted (very soft beds, broken toilet seat, limited soundproofing).
Amenities
9.2
Standout features like the extensive book collection, themed decor and on-site restaurant; breakfast and hotel character are praised (some isolated complaints about flies and a storage-room smell).
Value for Money
7.5
Mixed perceptions: many guests felt the stay exceeded expectations, but a few reviewers questioned the 4-star designation or noted outdated elements, lowering perceived value for some.
Food and Beverage
9
Generally excellent: breakfast is repeatedly described as abundant, varied and sensational; on-site restaurant receives positive comments, with rare complaints about quality or flies.
Overall Experience
8.8
Overall very positive and often described as exceptional/charming; a few operational or cleanliness issues reduce the score slightly.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 09:23

Property Description

Unique Literary Hotel Experience

Located next to the Óbidos Castle, The Literary Man Óbidos Hotel offers a unique stay in the world's biggest literary hotel. Experience the charm of a former convent converted into a literary haven.

Mix of Tradition and Modernity

With 30 rooms combining traditional decoration and modern eco-friendly style, enjoy amenities like LCD TVs, free WiFi, heating and air conditioning, and minibars in select rooms.

Literary Atmosphere and Delights

Immerse yourself in a literary ambiance with international books throughout the hotel. Indulge in a literary menu at the restaurant, unwind at the gin bar, or relax in the lounge by the antique fireplace.

For a literary escape near attractions like Óbidos Lagoon and Lisbon Airport, book your stay at The Literary Man Óbidos Hotel.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 1841 reviews
Cleanliness: 8
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 8.6
Amenities: 9.2
Value for Money: 7.5
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 8.8
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Anne-Dominique • solo_traveller • fr
7
Pros:

L'accueil, l'emplacement, l'originalité du lieu, le restaurant sur place, le petit déjeuner.

Cons:

La literie... très mauvaise et vétuste... matelas en mousse extra mou, alèse en plastique, oreillers extra mous et hors d'âge.
Mais aussi la vétusté de notre chambre : peintures anciennes, portes très sales... mon mari a même nettoyé la porte d'entrée de la chambre dès notre arrivée... dommage pour un établissement si sympa et original !

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
M
mauro • extended_group • it
9
Pros:

Silenzio e qualità della colazione

Cons:

La moquette

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Paola • couple • it
7
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Fiona • solo_traveller • gb
7
Sadly disappointing
Pros:

The staff were excellent and did their utmost to solve any problems. The concept is wonderful and I liked the wooden panels and quirky typewriters included in the decor. The breakfast was tasty and the location, just outside the walls of the village, is good too. The room was quiet and comfortable with good aircon.

Cons:

I was very excited about this hotel but was disappointed in several ways.
I loved the idea of being surrounded by books but almost all the books I saw were trashy fiction - multiple copies of Dan Brown, Marian Keyes, Stephanie Meyer.
Vegan options were advertised but needed ordering from reception in advance - something I only discovered after complaining. The breakfast staff didn't even telll me when I asked.
I reserved a room with a minibar and balcony, however it was an empty fridge and a tiny outside space with broken barrier, mostly taken.up with the aircon unit.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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María Pilar • solo_traveller • es
5
Pros:

Las instalaciones dan una buena imagen de entrada, pero luego te das cuenta que están envejecidas.

Cons:

Hay un gran olor a humedad en todo el establecimiento. El baño de la habitación huele a cañerías atascadas. Ciertos alimentos del desayuno no sé reponen, yo he estado 3 días alojada.La atención del personal de cocina en el desayuno es bastante mejorable, media hora esperando un huevo frito, que te hacen llamando a un timbre. Estuve con una pareja de amigos, yo pagué alrededor de 100 euros más por una habitación superior y a ellos se les asignó una habitación mejor que la nuestra, es esto lógico??? Y más.....

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Martial • solo_traveller • fr
9
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Christian • couple • it
10
Pros:

Atmosfera sospesa nel tempo. Colazione eccellente. Personale accogliente e gentile. Super consigliato

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Goren • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

Wonderful location, the rooms were comfortable and decorated well. Staff was attentive and kind

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Rosa • family_with_children • de
3
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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KdeVeetje • solo_traveller • nl
10
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Maria Izabel • family_with_children • br
10
Muito confortável e agradável em ambiente histórico.
Pros:

Da localização e do ambiente com decoração temática de biblioteca.

Cons:

Não tem estacionamento, A rua é estreita e é difícil estacionar. Deveria ter um espaço ´para deixar o carro com segurança.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Gloria • couple • it
8
Cons:

I cuscini della camera erano scomodi, alcuni erano molto piatti mentre altri avevano i bozzi, no tende alla finestra

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Simona • extended_group • it
10
Perfetto per una notte a Obidos
Pros:

Tutto; consiglio anche il ristorante dell’hotel Book and Cook
Prenotato quando siamo arrivati alla reception applicano sconto agli ospiti dell’hotel

Cons:

Nell’atrio prima della camera c’era un po’ di cattivo odore ma dentro la camera non si sentiva nulla

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Jose • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Régine • couple • pt
10
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Janaina • couple • dk
10
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Armando • solo_traveller • pt
8
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Tanja • couple • de
10
Pros:

Ein wundervolles Hotel, überall Bücher, sehr gemütlich!

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Carmen • solo_traveller • es
9
Un sitio precioso en un lugar espectacular
Pros:

Es la segunda vez que vamos es un alojamiento muy original. Esta vez la habitacion me gusto menos que la anterior pero es un lugar precioso

Cons:

El baño de la habitacion , muy estrecho y prefiero ducha

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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silvia • family_with_children • it
9
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee