Quinta da Marinha - New Hotel in Cascais, Portugal

A Privileged Setting Between Nature and the Atlantic

Just minutes from the historic heart of Cascais, Kimpton Quinta da Marinha occupies an enviable position between the Sintra Cascais Natural Park and the Atlantic coast. Here, nature is not simply part of the scenery. It shapes the entire experience, from the views across the gardens and golf course to the pine trees surrounding the resort. The property is also perfectly placed for discovering the wilder side of the Portuguese coast. Guincho Beach, known for its powerful Atlantic waves and spectacular sunsets, is nearby, while walking and cycling trails lead through the surrounding natural landscapes. Lisbon is within easy reach, making the hotel an appealing retreat for travelers looking to combine the cultural energy of the capital with the slower rhythm of the coast.

A New Chapter for a Beloved Portuguese Address

The arrival of Kimpton marks a new chapter in the story of Quinta da Marinha. The resort has long been associated with the Onyria group and its longstanding presence in Cascais, with the property deeply rooted in the destination’s golf, leisure and hospitality culture. Following an extensive renovation, the hotel reopened in July 2026 as Kimpton Quinta da Marinha, becoming the brand’s second Portuguese address alongside Kimpton Atlântico Algarve. The property remains connected to Onyria while joining IHG Hotels & Resorts’ Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio. The transformation preserves the character of the destination while introducing the distinctive Kimpton spirit, known for its intimate atmosphere, design led interiors and more personal approach to hospitality. As General Manager Paulo Jorge Costa das Neves Figueiredo explains, guests can arrive for entirely different reasons, whether golf, wellness, gastronomy or simply the desire to reconnect with nature.

Contemporary Design Inspired by Portugal

The new interiors take a sophisticated yet understated approach to luxury, allowing the surrounding landscape to remain at the center of attention. Natural materials, earthy tones and graphic furniture create a sense of warmth throughout the property, while subtle mid century influences lend the spaces a distinctly contemporary character. London based interior design studio Goddard Littlefair was involved in the transformation, bringing a refined international perspective while drawing inspiration from the Portuguese landscape and local craftsmanship. The result feels polished without becoming overly formal, with textured fabrics, timber, organic shapes and botanical references creating an atmosphere that is both modern and deeply connected to its setting. One of the property’s most striking features can be found in the lobby, where Portuguese artist Marta Ramada Leite created a large scale textile installation inspired by a Mediterranean garden. Suspended above the space, the work plays with light, movement and texture, creating an almost dreamlike first impression.

194 Rooms and Suites Framed by the Landscape

Kimpton Quinta da Marinha offers 194 rooms and suites, each designed to make the most of the surrounding landscape. Private balconies extend the living space outdoors, with views ranging from the gardens and swimming pool to the golf course and surrounding greenery. The accommodation collection includes Essential Rooms, family friendly options, suites and Signature Suites. The larger suites offer a more generous sense of space, with selected Signature Suites reaching approximately 60 square meters. Inside, the palette remains deliberately calm, combining warm neutrals, natural wood and tactile materials with contemporary furniture and subtle references to Cascais. Rather than competing with the scenery outside, the interiors provide a quiet backdrop for it. Bathrooms continue the understated aesthetic with clean lines and walk in showers, creating a fresh, contemporary feel.

Portuguese Flavors and Long Evenings at the Table

Food and drink are an essential part of the Kimpton experience, with the hotel’s restaurants designed around the relaxed social culture of Portugal. At Ao Ponto, the grill takes center stage. The menu celebrates the country’s exceptional produce, bringing together premium cuts of meat, fresh fish and seafood in a relaxed setting overlooking the golf course. The experience is generous and convivial, with dishes made for lingering lunches and dinners shared around the table. For a more intimate and spontaneous atmosphere, FICA! serves as the hotel’s social hub. The bar brings together Portuguese wines, signature cocktails, coffee and petiscos throughout the day and into the evening. It is the kind of place where plans can easily dissolve into another drink, another small plate and another conversation.

Natur Spa and a Life Lived Outdoors

Wellness is woven naturally into the experience at Kimpton Quinta da Marinha. The Natur Spa by Onyria offers a peaceful retreat dedicated to relaxation and recovery, with treatment rooms, sauna and steam facilities and a selection of massages, facials and body treatments. Selected treatments feature GERnétic skincare, while the spa’s approach focuses on personalized rituals designed to restore balance and encourage deeper relaxation. Beyond the spa, the resort is made for active days in the Portuguese sunshine. Guests can move between indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a fitness center, tennis and padel courts, and the celebrated 18 hole golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones. Bikes and the surrounding trails offer another way to explore the landscape, while Guincho Beach and the wider Sintra Cascais Natural Park provide a dramatic Atlantic backdrop for days spent outdoors.

A New Way to Experience Cascais

Kimpton Quinta da Marinha feels less like a conventional resort than a place designed around the rhythm of Cascais itself. Mornings begin beneath the pine trees, afternoons unfold between the golf course, pool and spa, and evenings stretch naturally over Portuguese flavors and Atlantic light. For travelers seeking a sophisticated escape without the formality of traditional luxury, this new Cascais address offers an appealing balance of design, nature, wellness and effortless hospitality. Here, the greatest luxury may simply be having nowhere else to be.

We love Quinta da Marinha for:

– Opening in July 2026 following an extensive renovation and the arrival of the Kimpton brand
– 194 rooms and suites with private balconies overlooking the gardens, pool or golf course
– Contemporary interiors blending mid century influences, natural materials and Portuguese craftsmanship
– Contemporary Portuguese cuisine at Ao Ponto and cocktails, petiscos and local wines at FICA!
– Indoor and outdoor pools, an 18 hole Robert Trent Jones golf course, tennis and padel
– Natur Spa by Onyria with personalized treatments, sauna, steam room and GERnétic skincare