Seteais Palace

Sintra · Portugal · Hotel

In this luxury hotel set in an 18th-century palace, room 18 is said to host a guest who never checked out.

The Palácio de Seteais was built in the 1780s for a Dutch consul and is today one of Sintra's most exclusive hotels, overlooking the mist-shrouded hills. Among the staff there are whispers about room 18, where a deceased guest is said to linger. A male voice has reportedly been caught on tape in the empty room, and guests have described a strange presence at night. The legend has become part of the hotel's quiet history – never advertised, never denied.

FAQ

Where is Seteais Palace located?

Seteais Palace is in Sintra, Portugal.

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Accounts are drawn from local folklore and visitor reports.

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