Farol Hotel

Seemingly sculptured out of a rocky bluff on the outskirts of Cascais, this remarkable oceanfront hotel commands one of the most enviable and romantic locations on the Lisbon coast. Converted in part from a 19th-century nobleman's residence and extended to follow a bold and audacious contemporary blueprint, the property features 33 guest rooms, including three suites and nine so-called designer rooms – accommodation individually hallmarked by a select group of Portuguese and international fashion designers commissioned to decorate each unit in their own inimitable style. Guests are enviably indulged. An inviting saltwater swimming pool surrounded by comfortable sun-loungers is sunk into the exterior terrace, catered for by the On The Rocks bar. Inside, the super cool Farol Bar serves cocktails and snacks. The achingly chic Mix restaurant is the domain of chef Hugo Silva. His menu of fusion Mediterranean gastronomy is complemented by the exotic sushi and sashimi prepared by chef Pekel in the Sushi Design bar.