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  Portugal neighbors Spain to the west on the Iberian Peninsula. With its sunny beaches, seaside cliffs and historic cities, this small country has a little bit for everyone. Hotels in Portugal meet what are commonly considered "Western standards" (clean and modern with air conditioning) and range from chains to resorts to one-of-a-kind hotels.
  
  

Hotel Avenida Palace

• The Hotel Avenida Palace in downtown Lisbon puts guests next to the central train station and within walking distance to the botanical gardens. This iconic hotel dates back to 1892 and has hosted the likes of Martin Sheen and Van Morrison. Guests stay in 82 classically-designed rooms that come with basic modern amenities including wireless Internet access. The hotel's glamorous bar and lounge reflects a classic English design where guests can socialize and enjoy a drink or light meal. Additional recreational areas include a smoker's lounge, exercise room and massage room and library. Free valet parking is available.
  
  Hotel Avenida Palace
  
  Rua 1 Dezembro 123
  
  1200-359 Lisbon
  
  Portugal
  
  011-351-213-218-100
  
  hotelavenidapalace.pt
  
  

Comfort Inn Almedina--Coimbra

• Located in Portugal's former capital of Coimbra, the Comfort Inn Almedina--Coimbra features a modern architectural design and lies just one block from the river Mondego. Across the river, guests will find the Coimbra Forum, a mall filled with shops and restaurants. The city is also home to the Old Cathedral of Coimbra, which dates back to the early 12th century. Guest rooms have a traditional layout, which provides one or two beds, wireless Internet connectivity and basic amenities; some rooms feature a balcony and desks. Each day, guests of the hotel can enjoy a free full breakfast and then a free afternoon tea service.
  
  Comfort Inn Almedina--Coimbra
  
  Av. Fernao de Magalhaes 199
  
  3000-176 Coimbra
  
  Portugal
  
  011-351-239-855-500
  
  comfortinn.com
  
  

Hilton Vilamoura As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa

• Guests of the Hilton Vilamoura As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa in southern Portugal can enjoy an array of amenities and activities. The hotel's six outdoor swimming pools with waterfalls and children's pool create an ideal vacation atmosphere. For further relaxation, the hotel's spa offers tranquility and massage services. To help guests stay in shape, the fitness center is open 24 hours a day. In addition, the hotel has its own golf course overlooking the sea. The three on-site restaurants serve Mediterranean, Portuguese and international cuisine. For Hilton HHonors Reward members, this is a category 6 hotel.
  
  Hilton Vilamoura As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa
  
  Rua da Torre d Agua Lote 4.11.1B
  
  8125-615 Vilamoura
  
  Portugal
  
  011-351-289-304-000
  
  hilton.com