THE Magic Lantern - Bordallo's Prime Apartments
Historic apartments in Caldas da Rainha
The apartment A LANTERNA MÁGICA - BORDALLO'S PRIME APARTMENTS is inspired by the artist Rafael Bordallo Pinheiro, who left a strong history and cultural mark in the city of Caldas da Rainha. This fabulous, fully furnished, vintage-decorated apartment for up to 5 people is located in the city's most typical square, Praça da Fruta, a living museum virtually unchanged since the 19th century. Here you will find a burst of color with the best fresh produce from the West. You will feel at home as you pass the main door of the building. The three fully-equipped charming apartments, also known as BORDALLO'S PRIME APARTMENTS, feature vintage décor, with every detail designed to make you feel at home. All apartments have two bedrooms, a bathroom with shower, a fully equipped kitchen, a living room with a sofa bed and a balcony with a magnificent view of the historic center! Unwind and be part of Bordallo's heritage ... Code access, Private entrance, Double room, Double bunk room, Living room with sofa bed, Contemplative balcony, Lobby, Premium cable channels, Flat-screen TVs, Safety deposit box, Air conditioning, Smoke detector and carbon monoxide, sofa bed, soundproofing, wardrobe, sheets and towels, hypoallergenic mattresses, shower, hair dryer, free toiletries, iron, ironing board, wc, bathroom with shower. Free Wi-Fi is available in all divisions. Bed Size (s): 1 Double, 1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Sofa bed. In addition to air conditioning in every room, it offers flat-screen TVs with premium cable channels, free Wi-Fi, a private bathroom, a contemplative balcony over Fruit Square, and an evocative Bordalian lobby. The kitchen is fully equipped with a stove, fridge, oven, microwave, toaster, washer and dryer, coffee machine, crockery and cutlery. The apartment A LANTERNA MÁGICA - BORDALLO'S PRIME APARTMENTS is located in the historical center of Caldas da Rainha, more specifically in Praça da Fruta, where daily sellers of fruit, vegetables, flowers, spices, handicrafts, etc. come together. For over a century now you can find the best that the West has to offer. This market and its products are so appreciated that chefs of renowned restaurants in the capital and surrounding area come here to shop to make the most exclusive dishes. However, if you stay in one of BORDALLO'S PRIME APARTMENTS, you will have everything at your disposal in the morning, where you can prepare delicious meals or try the many cafes and restaurants surrounding the square. Did you know that Caldas da Rainha has the oldest functioning thermal hospital in the world? There is a legend that was sent to rise after Queen D. Leonor have noted the healing powers of its sulphurous waters. Get to know the live history, the works of art scattered throughout the city, the unique handicrafts, the thousand and one museums and see why we decided to create BORDALLO'S PRIME APARTMENTS. Rafael Bordallo Pinheiro, a famous artist and caricaturist of the nineteenth century put this city in the mouth of the world for the innovation, aesthetics and quality of its ceramics. Come visit the factory and see why. In this century, not only Caldas da Rainha but the whole of the West region began a process of renovation and enhancement of heritage and cultural symbols. It stands out Óbidos, famous medieval village just 7 km away. Being one of the seven wonders of Portugal, it is also one of the most famous medieval villages in Europe. Nazaré, a famous fishing village, is just a 30-minute drive away and, in addition to its traditions and people, is now known for its 30-meter-high waves, widely reported by surfer Garrett McNamara. Peniche has excellent cuisine, beautiful beaches and a lot of surfing. This is where every year one of the world's top surf races takes place, just \ 35 km from the Bordallo’s Prime Apartments in Caldas da Rainha. Also be sure to visit São Martinho do Porto, Alcobaça and Batalha, places full of culture, tradition, history, gastronomy, wines, golf courses and nature. Bordallo’s Prime Apartments are right in the center of all these points of interest, so more than just a stay will bring you an experience ... From Portela Airport (Lisbon) 1) Follow the E1 from Av. Berlin 2 min (750 m) 2) Take the A8 to the N8 in Gaeiras. Take the exit toward Caldas da Rainha / Gaeiras on the A8 47 min (80.6 km) 3) Take the N8 to Praça da República in Caldas da Rainha 7 min (3.4 km) From Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (Porto) 1) Follow the VRI in Custóias 3 min (2.6 km) 2) Take the A1, A17 and A8 to Estr. National 8 / N8 in Caldas da Rainha. Take Exit 20 at A8 2 h 4 min (234 km) 3) Take the N8 to Praça da República 8 min (4.3 km)
Air-conditioned accommodations at this apartment offer washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate living rooms and include sofa beds. Kitchens offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. This Caldas da Rainha apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.
