The Literary Man

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Independent
8.6 (127 reviews)
Rua de Dom João de Ornelas, Obidos, 2510-074 , Obidos , PT
351-26-2959214

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Facilities

Free breakfast
Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Continental breakfast
Wheelchair accessible
Library
Free breakfast
Safe-deposit box at front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable rooms
Helpful staff
Unique charm
Cons:
Need for newer mattresses
Challenging parking

Categories

Cleanliness
8.16
Very good experience in this hotel; well cleaned suite.
Service
8.93
Reception staff was very helpful and friendly, provided great advice.
Location
8.97
Perfect location to explore medieval Obidos, easy access to city walls.
Room Quality
8.72
Rooms are comfortable and modern within historical walls.
Amenities
8.35
Lovely patio and great breakfast options available.
Value for Money
8.51
Reflects the overall quality and experience at the hotel.
Food and Beverage
8.66
Breakfast and dinner options were really good; amazing breakfast.
Overall Experience
8.53
Best hotel experience of my life; highly recommend.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 05:34

Property Description

Relaxation and Convenience:
Indulge in onsite massages and unwind on the terrace or in the garden. Benefit from free Wi-Fi and tour assistance.

Culinary Delights and Comfort:
Savor delicious meals at the restaurant or opt for room service. Conclude your day with a drink at the bar/lounge and wake up to a complimentary breakfast.

Luxurious Accommodations and Entertainment:
Stay in one of the 30 guestrooms with modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Enjoy satellite TV and pamper yourself in private bathrooms.

Book your stay at The Literary Man in Obidos, just minutes away from the enchanting Obidos Castle and scenic Obidos Lagoon. Experience luxury and leisure at its finest.

Important information:

  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 127 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.16
Service: 8.93
Location: 8.97
Room Quality: 8.72
Amenities: 8.35
Value for Money: 8.51
Food and Beverage: 8.66
Overall Experience: 8.53
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Sousa • solo_traveller • pt
10
Pros:

Muito bom. Bom ambiente, localização ótima, decoração excelente. Funcionários muito simpáticos. Qualidade preço muito bom.

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Oshra • solo_traveller • il
10
המלון ספרייה הקסום באובידוש
Pros:

בילינו זוג. העיצוב של המלון מיוחד מאד. כמו ספרייה ענקית. החדר ענק. לקחנו את הסוויטה, שמאובזרת טוב. המיקום בלב אובידוש. השירות נעים ובייתי. ארוחת הבוקר יוצאת מן הכלל

Cons:

הסגנון קצת מיושן, אבל זה רק מוסיף נופף למקום, ולא גורע

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Théo • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

Hôtel exceptionnel au pied des remparts d'Obidos. Y rester une nuit permet de mieux découvrir la ville en dehors des foules.

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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loli • couple • es
10
Vive Obidos desde un nido cultural
Pros:

Es un hotel especial, con sabor y alma. El libro el protagonista, miles de libros. El personal es encantador, la limpieza esmerada. Es un hotel antiguo que se precia de serlo y mima su solera. Está en la puerta de las murallas, localización ideal. El desayuno es espectacular. Si vas a Obidos no te lo pierdas.

Cons:

No hay nada negativo que resaltar

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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cedric • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • solo_traveller • au
10
Lovely place to stay
Pros:

Every staff member was phenomenal. The overall vibe was lovely. Dinner was both pretty and delicious. Bedroom was very spacious.

Cons:

Breakfast was visually very pretty, but the quality was a bit disappointing.

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Natacha • solo_traveller • pt
9
Pros:

Da localização, do quarto espaçoso e da decoração.

Cons:

Nada em particular.

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • gi
9
Pros:

Centrally located just outside the walls, full of character and if you liking ready plenty of books and areas in which you can do this. Food in the restaurant was excellent, the best risotto in a long time.

Cons:

No kettle available in room, but got milk from bar as had travel kettle. Pillows were very soft.

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Ana Avelar • family_with_children • pt
7
2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • pt
9
Pros:

A localização no centro da vila, numa zona tranquila. Fomos bem recebidos. O quarto era espaçoso, confortável e limpo. Bon pequeno almoço, variado. A experiência de vários recantos com a sua decoração. O hotel é pequeno, mas com um conceito engraçado.

Cons:

Nos corredores sente-se o cheiro a humidade, mas não no quarto. Baixo isolamento acústico.

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Yeomanson • solo_traveller • us
10
The staff was friendly and polite. This is a truly exceptional place. I wish I could have stayed longer!!
Pros:

It was amazing- filled with books! What could be better?

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Rob • couple • au
8
Fabulous old town and a very good hotel.
Pros:

Well located just outside the wall.
Breakfast was good.
Ambience was fantastic.

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Simone • couple • it
8
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Filomena • couple • pt
8
É um hotel bastante original e diferente, cheio de personalidade, especialmente para quem gosta de livros e de ambientes
Pros:

O conceito entre história, hotelaria e principal o aspecto literário — é considerado um dos maiores hotéis literários do mundo. Empregados atenciosos! Muito bom servi-lo de jantar é ótimo pequeno almoço! Excelentes empregado muito atenciosos!

Cons:

Melhoraria as tapeçarias que cobrem o chão e lhe conferem um imenso conforto , e a zona casa de banho melhoraria passando a duche de chão .

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Karina • extended_group • us
10
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Ana • couple • pt
10
Excelente para um fim de semana relaxado
Pros:

Localização muito boa e encontramos sempre estacionamento à porta. O staff é muito prestável e simpático.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Raisa • couple • br
10
Um sonho literário.
Pros:

O hotel é incrível! Muito charmoso e acolhedor, além de lindo! O edifício onde funciona o hotel hoje era originalmente um convento do século XIX. Hoje é o maior hotel literário do mundo com um acervo que chega a cerca de 100 mil livros espalhados por todo o espaço.
O café da manhã é perfeito, tem de tudo, além do ambiente super charmoso e tranquilo para passar horas em paz e sossego apreciando o café. O local é excelente, há poucos passos você está dentro da muralha. Com certeza voltarei.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Luís • couple • br
9
Hotel de charme
Pros:

Dentro da muralha mas com possibilidade de entrar com o carro e estacionar por perto. Pequeno hotel charmoso, muito bem decorado e com cantinhos maravilhosos! Muito bom

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Audrone • family_with_children • lt
10
it was amazing experience
Pros:

everything. exceptional place. Very good breakfast

Cons:

nothing. Stairs 😀

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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alessandra • couple • it
10
Come essere a casa
Pros:

Molto particolare. Bellissime le svelte architettoniche per far con I’ve re l’effetto biblioteca con le esigenze dí un hotel è dí un ristorante

Cons:

Servirebbe un ascensore x le valigia

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee