Sited at a privileged location, this resort offers a unique vista over the whole of Cova da Beira.
It is only 5 km away from the city of Covilhã and 15 km away from the Vodafone Ski Resort.
Built on a plateau of the Serra da Estrela Mountain, the Estalagem Varanda dos Carqueijais features a unique architectural style. Class and comfort of excellence are 2 of the many qualities of this resort, and it can provide its guests with an unforgettable experience. It was fully refurbished in 2006.
Hotel information
Sited at the country’s biggest mountain resort destination,
integrated in the Serra da Estrela Nature Reserve,
far away from stress in a family atmosphere, the Serra
da Estrela hotels are ideal settings for achieving quality
work in tranquillity and a starting point for all sorts of
tours and leisure activities.
In order to assist you with the planning, making
recommendations and supporting and organising of your group events, Turistrela offers you a team of specialist business staff trained to address all your various requirements, offering you on-going, full support throughout the event.
With a diversified range of services, both as regards hotel
resorts, as well as concerning support services and outdoor
activities, Turistrela is able to offer you tailor-made
solutions for workshops and group events with highly
personalised programmes or for company conferences
involving a large number of participants.
Room information
The Carqueijais Dos Varanda Estalagem has 49 rooms, including 7 rooms with hydro-massage bath. The junior suite also has a hydro-massage bath.
Food & beverage
Cova da Beira restaurant, seats up to 150 people. The bar and lounge, equipped with Wi-Fi, seats up to 70 people. The wine bar seats up to 50 people.
Area information
The mountain village sits right in the heart of Serra da Estrela, harmoniously nestled within the urban setting of Penhas da Saúde, at an altitude of 1500 metres.
It consists of the Serra da Estrela Carqueijais Dos Varanda Estalagem and the Mountain Chalets, 10 minutes away from the Vodafone Ski Resort. And slightly below the mountain village, overlooking Cova da Beira, sits the typical Estalagem Varanda dos Carqueijais. Discover this group of Carqueijais Dos Varanda Estalagem resorts that are built to standards of excellence that match the highest mountain in Portugal.
Travel information
By Car:
From Lisbon:
- Take the A1 highway north and exit at Torres Novas (A23).
- Follow the A23 and pass the city of Castelo Branco.
- Take the Covilhã south exit.
- Drive to the centre of town and look for the route to Serra da Estrela.
Travelling time is approximately 2 and a half hours.
From Porto/Aveiro:
- Take the A1 highway south.
- At Albergaria, follow the A25 in the direction of Viseu.
- Pass the Guarda exit (still on the A25 route) and drive through to Covilhã, on the A23.
- Take the Covilhã north exit and drive to the centre of town.
- Look for the route to Serra da Estrela.
Travelling time is approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes.
From Coimbra:
- Take the IC2 route travelling north.
- Get on the IP3 route, driving to Viseu.
- Turn right before you reach Santa Comba Dão,in the
direction of Mangualde.
- Follow the A25 and pass the Guarda exit (still on the A25 route).
- Take the Covilhã north exit.
- Drive to the centre of town and look for the route to Serra da Estrela.
Travelling time is approximately 2 and a half hours.
From the Algarve:
- Take the A2 highway in the direction of Lisbon, going through Castro Verde to Marateca.
- Exit to take the A13/N119 until you reach Infantado, following the N10 until Vila Franca de Xira.
- Then take the A1 north and exit at Torres Novas (A23).
- Follow the A23 and pass the city of Castelo Branco.
- Take the Covilhã south exit.
- Drive to the centre of town and look for the route to Serra da Estrela.
Travelling time is approximately 4 hours and 45 minutes.
Important information
On weekends (Friday and Saturday) between December to April there is an compulsory stay of 2 nights.
Parking (fee required) Restaurant Bar 24-Hour Front Desk Terrace Rooms/Facilities for disabled guests Free Parking Safety Deposit Box Soundproofed Rooms Ski Storage All Public and Private Spaces Non-Smoking
Activities:
Skiing Games Room Solarium Walking Cycling Ski School Outdoor Swimming Pool
Services:
Room Service Breakfast in the Room Ironing Service Internet Services Currency Exchange Bicycle Rental Car Rental Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN
Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later, the first night will be charged.
In case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome.
All children from 4 to 10 years are charged EUR 20.00 per night and person for extra beds.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
All older children or adults are charged EUR 40.00 per night and person for extra beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged.
VAT and city/tourist taxes: VAT is included.
Service charge is included.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Internet: Wireless internet is available in the entire Carqueijais Dos Varanda Estalagem and charges are applicable.
Meal Plan: Buffet breakfast is included in the room rate.
Parking: Free public parking is possible on site.
Pets: Pets are not allowed.
The Carqueijais Dos Varanda Estalagem reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
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Parking (fee required)