Casa de São Lourenço / Burel Panorama Hotel

Casa de São Lourenço is located in Manteignas, a region in midden of the Serra da Estrela Mountains, the highest elevation in mainland Portugal. Cities nearby are for example Guarda, Seia, Gouveia and Covilhã. As one of the first Portuguese Inns, Casa de São Lourenço impresses its guests with an innovative concept of small hotels, that don’t really look like hotels. A combination of the beautiful Portuguese landscape, true hospitality and cosy rooms make you feel at home directly. The local gastronomy of the hotel restaurant pamper their guests everyday offering a nice breakfast or dinner.
The property has 17 rooms and 4 suites, all different and truly special. With a decoration that balances the modern and the old, concrete and wood, wool and burel. The rooms have several separated resting areas, private balconies and access to a garden. The views over Serra da Estrela, the village of Manteignas and the Glacial Valley are amazing, such as the mountain feel that is always present. There are also art installations and pieces by Portuguese artists, an LCD TV, small portable radio, desk, minibar, a small library, pillow menu, percale cotton bed linen and Burel blankets made with one hundred percent pure sheep wool. Maria Keil, one of the most relevant Portuguese designers from the 20th century, took on the comfort of the interiors and the conception of all the furniture that was kept intact until today.
You also can book special packages as an addition to your stay. A great way to celebrate honeymoon or to explore the Portuguese cities nearby – the different offers include train trips, massages and food experiences. Otherwise guests can also enjoy the pool and Spa area of the hotel or take part in activities like skiing, hiking, bike tours or custom trainings. This place and its surroundings have a lot of possibilities to offer.