Literary tourists will rejoice and drool over this book hotel - the biggest of its kind in the world. The Literary Man Hotel in Obidos, Portugal, offers a unique getaway for tourists who consider themselves as bookies.
And where do bookies usually go? They go to the library or bookstore, then go home and off to read on their beds. Well, this is a dream come true for them if they get to visit Portugal. In fact, the entire hotel is already a bookstore, and you can just snuggle those borrowed books in your arms off to bed.
Located beside Obidos Castle, this former convent opened its wings in October and be called as The Literary Man Hotel which boasts of having 45,000 books on its walls and shelves. They have 30 rooms each decorated with a chic, eco feel to it. The rooms come with heating and air conditioning, free WIFI, coffee and tea machine.
One can come down to the converted cellar and have a drink, read a book or have a romantic dinner for two. The Literary Man's Bibliotherapy and relaxation services take tourists to have a massage or a hot ventosa getaway down there.
For a meal, guests are welcomed to the restaurant and enjoy a wide array of cuisines from Portuguese to Japanese. The room is also filled with books in every nook, which bibliophiles can read while relaxing.
People get to lift their "spirits" when drinking their wines and liquors in the Gin Bar with the possibility of talking poetry and essays a few moments after in the lounge by the fireplace. And speaking of the different kinds of literature, the hotel's bookstore and library can be utilized for meetings and presentations.
Anyone up for an open mic discussions or poetry reading sessions? Moreover, guests can enjoy the Book Nature ride down the lagoon with a book and gin on their hands. For the literary tourist, here's what's in store for you at The Literary Man Boutique Hotel.
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