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Setúbal, one of the cities where life is most enjoyed in Portugal.

Date 2025

Lavanguardia: A hotel with charm

Setúbal’s hotel offering continues to grow, with an increasing focus on the development of high-quality tourism. In this context, the presence of the Hospitality School stands out — located in a former military barracks, it now trains the future professionals who will supply the region’s top tourism businesses with skilled labour. Among these businesses is, without a doubt, Hotel Casa Palmela.

This accommodation is located in the heart of the Arrábida mountain range, surrounded by woodlands and vineyards. In fact, this estate once belonged to the Jesuits in the 17th century and served for many years as the country home of the owning family — up until 2016, when they decided to transform it into an exclusive boutique hotel with just over 20 rooms. Each one is steeped in history, featuring period décor and set in a natural environment that generously flows through the corridors and salons of the manor house.

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