Tivoli Lagos

A 20th-century castle of Moorish and Portuguese design, Tivoli Lagos lies within its own ramparts and moats -- okay, a swimming pool and a paddling pool. It's at the eastern side of the old town, far removed from the beach. This first-class hotel spreads over 1.2 hilltop hectares (3 acres) overlooking Lagos; no matter which room you're assigned, you'll have a view, even if it's of a sun-trap courtyard with semitropical greenery. The main room has a hacienda atmosphere, with white-plaster walls enlivened by sunny colors.

Some of the midsize guest rooms have ground-level patios, but most are on the upper six floors and have a 1960s feel. A 31-room wing, complete with pool and health club, was added in 1989. The hotel owns the Duna Beach Club, on Meia Praia beach, which has a saltwater pool, a restaurant, and three tennis courts; guests have free membership during their stay. A private motorcoach makes regular trips to the beach club, 5 minutes from the hotel.

Facilities:
3 restaurants; 2 bars; babysitting; children's center; health club; 3 freshwater pools (1 heated indoor); room service; 3 outdoor tennis courts (lit); free Wi-Fi in lobby

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