A Capela - Converted 18th Century Chapel

Entire place in Sintra, Portugal

  1. 4 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 2 beds
  4. 1 bathroom
Rated 4.94 out of 5 stars.343 reviews
Hosted by A Capela
  1. Superhost
  2. 10 years hosting

Listing highlights

Top-rated by guests from United Kingdom

100% of guests from United Kingdom rated this home 5 stars in the past year.

Beautiful and walkable

Guests say this area is scenic and it’s easy to get around.

Mountain and garden views

Soak up the views during your stay.
Please see our House Rules before enquiries. Unfortunately no outside visitors or events or celebrations are allowed. Thank you.

Stay in a beautifully renovated chapel, built in 1789. A Capela offers a private outdoor lounge area for guests’ exclusive use with mountain views of the Moorish Castle. 3 - 5 minutes walk to Sintra Station which is also the main meeting point for most sightseeing tours. We are within easy walking distance to all the beautiful quaint cafes, shops and restaurants.

The space
The chapel was built in 1789 and is one of the historical corner stones of Sintra. Situated in the heart of Sintra, you are able to reach a variety of restaurants, antique markets, cafes and sightseeing sites very easily. Ideal for couples looking for a romantic and unique experience. The chapel consists of an open plan layout - see our photos). Brand new self contained kitchen with dishwasher and all mods and cons included - fridge, oven, stove, coffee machine, microwave, dishwasher etc. Self contained bathroom with walk in shower. An electric standalone air looler can be used for both heating and cooling, if needed. We also have electric heaters for the winder and the chapel retains heat in the winter very well. Large private sunny outdoor terrace with comfy lounge sofas and outside dining table to enjoy breathtaking views of the Moorish Castle.

Guest access
The chapel has a private garden and outdoor lounge for exclusive use by guests.

Other things to note
We have a free parking spot for A CAPELA guests. Parking is at guests own risk, so please do not leave any belongings on display.

Weekly and monthly discounts will apply automatically to the price.

The chapel has stairs to access the mezzanine level where the master bedroom is located (no lifts) - please therefore take care using the stairs.

We are unfortunately not able to accommodate children under the age of 12.
Strictly no events or parties of any kind allowed.

No smoking or open fires allowed inside the chapel (smoking allowed outside on the terrace, but please disregard of cigarette buds).

Registration Details
30686/AL

Where you'll sleep

What this place offers

Garden view
Mountain view
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm
Unavailable: Smoke alarm

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for check-in

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Sintra, Lisboa, Portugal

We are 3 - 5 mins walk to Sintra Station as well as 5 mins walk from the beach tram. You can easily walk from A CAPELA everywhere you need to be in the old town and reach access a variety of restaurants and tours to visit the palaces and castles in the surrounding areas.

Meet your host

Superhost
418 reviews
4.94 out of 5 average rating
10 years of hosting
Speaks English and Portuguese
Lives in Sintra, Portugal
The A CAPELA Team - delivering an exceptional and unique experience to all of those wishing to visit Sintra and stay in an 18th century chapel, built in 1789.
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Things to know

House rules

Check-in: 15:00 – 23:00
Checkout before 11:00
4 guests maximum

Safety & property

No smoke alarm
Exterior security cameras on property
Carbon monoxide detector not required

Cancellation policy