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<center><big>Home of the GG, Estoril is located just 25 km from Lisbon, which can be reached in less than 40 minutes via train. It is also only a few kilometers from the vibrant seaside city of Cascais. It can be reached via a five minute train ride, or by taking a 20 minute walk on the famous boardwalk, where you will encounter tons of cafe, restaurants and beautiful beaches.</big></center>....
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Below you will find several hotel options that are located within walking distance of the Global Gathering venue in Estoril, Portugal.
Please note that the prices listed below are approximations and may vary at the time of booking. Be sure to confirm if the room has two beds or one bed with double occupancy at reservation. “Double Room” does not necessarily mean that it will have two beds.


== '''Hotels ⭐''' ==
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Home of the GG, Estoril is located just 25 km from Lisbon, which can be reached in less than 40 minutes via train.  
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| style="background: #5BE6EF;"|<u>100 - 150 Euro per night</u>
| style="background: #FFF9C4;"|'''Hotel Alvorada'''
350 m. from GG Venue 
Price: €120.00-140.00
Contact: José Freire - Operations Manager / Phone: +351 214 649 860 / Email: [email protected]
[https://www.hotelalvorada.com/ https://www.hotelalvorada.com]
| style="background: #FFF9C4;"|'''Amazonia Estoril Hotel'''
600 m. from GG Venue
Price: €135.00-150.00
Phone: +351 213 199 150  / Email: [email protected]<nowiki/>https://www.amazoniahoteis.com/en/hotels/estoril/amazonia-estoril-cascais/
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| style="background: #5BE6EF;"|<u>150 - 200 Euro per night</u>
| style="background: #FFF9C4;"|'''Hotel Villa Galé, Estoril'''
450 m. from GG Venue Website:
Price: €150
Contact: Belmiro Pinto, Operations Manager  / Phone: +351 214 648 400 / Email: [email protected]<nowiki/>https://www.vilagale.com/pt/hoteis/costa-de-lisboa/vila-gale-estoril
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! style="background: #8EE6C0;"|Hotels & Hostels near Estoril '''🏘️'''
| style="background: #FFF9C4;"|'''Ljmonade Hostel - Cascais'''
25 minute trip to the GG on public transport
Shared Dorm Room Price: €30.00 - €40.00, Private Room: €100 - €130.00
Phone: +351 916 880 056
https://www.ljmonade.com/
| style="background: #FFF9C4;"|'''Cascais City and Beach Hotel'''
20 minutes trip to GG on public transport
Price: €190.00 - €200.00  
Phone: +351 - 211164330. / Email: reservations@cascaiscbhotel.com
https://www.cascaiscbhotel.com/
| style="background: #FFF9C4;"|'''Sui7es Guest House - Cascais'''
15 minute trip to the GG on public transport 
Price: €175.00 - €185.00
Phone: +351 215 801 187
Website: https://sui7es.pt/
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=== Other Rental Options '''🏡''' ===
It is also only a few kilometers from the vibrant seaside city of Cascais, which can be reached via a five minute train ride from the GG venue, or by taking a 20 minute walk on the famous boardwalk. On this walk you will encounter tons of cafes, restaurants, and beautiful beaches.
The following websites offer many options in the Estoril-Cascais area:
<br>
* Vacation Rentals by Owner (Vrbo) (Rental homes): https://www.vrbo.com/
<br>
* Hostelworld (Dorms, shared rooms and private rooms with shared facilities): https://hostelworld.com/
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* '''*'''Airbnb (Rooms and apartments with private and shared facilities): https://www.airbnb.com/
== '''Hotels''' ==
* '''*'''Booking.com (Hotel rooms, bed and breakfasts and home rentals): https://www.booking.com
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* '''*'''Hotels.com (Hotel rooms, bed and breakfasts and home rentals): https://www.hotels.com/
Below are hotel options within walking or short train distance of the Global Gathering venue in Estoril, Portugal.
'''*'''Please note that websites with this symbol (*) appear on several boycott lists for offering accommodations on illegal settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territories. They are also listed in a recent U.N Special Rapporteur report, "[https://www.un.org/unispal/document/a-hrc-59-23-from-economy-of-occupation-to-economy-of-genocide-report-special-rapporteur-francesca-albanese-palestine-2025/ From the Economy of Occupation to the Economy of Genocide]", as companies profiting from the occupation, apartheid and genocide of Palestinians in the Occupied Palestinian Territories.


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👉 Prices are approximate and may vary at the time of booking.


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👉 Please confirm bed configuration when reserving — “double room” does not always mean two beds.


== '''Transportation in Portugal ⭐'''  ==
👉 Portugal has an excellent transportation system and relatively affordable car services. We encourage you to consider lodging in neighboring towns for more budget-friendly options.
[[File:Estoril train station.png|''<big>The GG Venue is only a 10 minute walk to the Estoril train station on the Comboios Train</big>'' |thumb|471x471px]]


=== Portugal's Train Systems 🚃 ===
👉 Check out our [[Navigating Estoril|interactive map of Estoril]] to get a lay of the land. <div style="clear:both;"></div>
=== <big>🏨 Hotels with Global Gathering Discounts</big> ===
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<strong>Discounted hotel details will be published soon.</strong><br>
Please check back for updated information.
</div>
 
=== <big>🏛️ Other Hotels in Estoril</big> ===
 
==== <big>💶 €100–150 per night</big> ====
 
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background:#FFF4CC; box-shadow:0 2px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);"><strong>Hotel Alvorada</strong><br>
📍 350 m from GG venue<br>
💶 €130–150<br>
☎ +351 214 649 860<br>
🌐 <nowiki>https://www.hotelalvorada.com</nowiki>
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background:#FFF4CC; box-shadow:0 2px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);">
<strong>Hotel Lido</strong><br>
📍 600 m from GG venue<br>
💶 €140–150<br>
☎ +351 214 679 420<br>
🌐 <nowiki>https://www.hotellido.pt/pt/contactos.html</nowiki>
</div>
 
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border:2px solid #FFD203; border-radius:10px; padding:14px; margin:0 1% 14px 0;
background:#FFF4CC; box-shadow:0 2px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);">
<strong>Hotel Inglaterra</strong><br>
📍 600 m from GG venue<br>
💶 €145–150<br>
☎ +351 214 684 461<br>
🌐 <nowiki>https://www.hotelinglaterraestoril.com.pt</nowiki>
</div>
 
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==== <big>💶 €150–200 per night</big> ====
 
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border:2px solid #FFD203; border-radius:10px; padding:14px; margin:0 1% 14px 0;
background:#FFF4CC; box-shadow:0 2px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);">
<strong>Hotel Vila Galé Estoril</strong><br>
📍 450 m from GG venue<br>
💶 €165–180<br>
☎ +351 214 648 400<br>
🌐 <nowiki>https://www.vilagale.com/pt/hoteis/costa-de-lisboa/vila-gale-estoril</nowiki>
</div>
 
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border:2px solid #FFD203; border-radius:10px; padding:14px; margin:0 1% 14px 0;
background:#FFF4CC; box-shadow:0 2px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);">
<strong>Clube do Lago Hotel</strong><br>
📍 18-minute walk from GG venue<br>
💶 €150–190<br>
☎ +351 214 666 000<br>
🌐 <nowiki>https://www.clubedolagohotel.pt</nowiki>
</div>
 
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border:2px solid #FFD203; border-radius:10px; padding:14px; margin:0 1% 14px 0;
background:#FFF4CC; box-shadow:0 2px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);">
<strong>Amazonia Estoril Hotel</strong><br>
📍 600 m from GG venue<br>
💶 €150–180<br>
☎ +351 213 199 150<br>
🌐 <nowiki>https://www.amazoniahoteis.com/en/hotels/estoril/amazonia-estoril-cascais/</nowiki>
</div>
 
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=== <big>🏘️ Hotels & Hostels near Estoril (Cascais)</big> ===
 
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background:#EEEAF4; box-shadow:0 2px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);">
<strong>Ljmonade Hostel – Cascais</strong><br>
🚌 25-minute trip by public transport<br>
💶 Dorm: €30–40<br>
💶 Private: €100–130<br>
☎ +351 916 880 056<br>
🌐 <nowiki>https://www.ljmonade.com/</nowiki>
</div>
 
<div style="display:inline-block; width:32%; min-width:180px; vertical-align:top; box-sizing:border-box;
border:1px solid #CFC8DE; border-radius:10px; padding:14px; margin:0 1% 14px 0;
background:#EEEAF4; box-shadow:0 2px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);">
<strong>Cascais City & Beach Hotel</strong><br>
🚌 20-minute trip by public transport<br>
💶 €190–200<br>
☎ +351 211 164 330<br>
🌐 <nowiki>https://www.cascaiscbhotel.com</nowiki>
</div>
 
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border:1px solid #CFC8DE; border-radius:10px; padding:14px; margin:0 0 14px 0;
background:#EEEAF4; box-shadow:0 2px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);">
<strong>Sui7es Guest House – Cascais</strong><br>
🚌 15-minute trip by public transport<br>
💶 €175–185<br>
☎ +351 215 801 187<br>
🌐 <nowiki>https://sui7es.pt</nowiki>
</div>
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=== <big>🏡 Other Rental Options</big> ===
 
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<strong>The following websites offer many options in the Estoril–Cascais area:</strong>
<ul>
<li><strong>Vrbo</strong> – <nowiki>https://www.vrbo.com/</nowiki></li>
<li><strong>Hostelworld</strong> – <nowiki>https://hostelworld.com/</nowiki></li>
<li><strong>Airbnb*</strong> – <nowiki>https://www.airbnb.com/</nowiki></li>
<li><strong>Booking.com*</strong> – <nowiki>https://www.booking.com</nowiki></li>
<li><strong>Hotels.com*</strong> – <nowiki>https://www.hotels.com/</nowiki></li>
</ul><small>
*Some platforms are listed in boycott databases and referenced in a U.N. Special Rapporteur report regarding business activity in illegal settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territories.</small>
 
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== '''Transportation in the Lisbon Metropolitan Area''' ==
 
=== 🚃 Metro Area Train Systems ===
Portugal has two train systems:  
Portugal has two train systems:  


* '''Metro Train System:'''  https://www.metrolisboa.pt/en/ This operates within Lisbon city and nearby neighborhoods. Stations are mostly underground.  .
* '''Metro Train System:'''  https://www.metrolisboa.pt/en/ This operates within Lisbon city and nearby neighborhoods. Stations are mostly underground.  .
* '''Comboios Train System:''' https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en This is the regional and national rail services. It connects Lisbon to close cities like Estoril and even farther away cities like Oporto.  
* '''Comboios Train System:''' https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en This is the regional and national rail services. It connects Lisbon to close cities like Estoril and even farther away cities like Oporto.  
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==== Getting to Estoril from the Airport Via Train ✈️ ====
=== 🚖 Taxis and Ride Sharing Services ===
* '''Cost:''' Approximately 4 Euro
The most common taxi and ride sharing services are: 
 
* '''Uber:''' https://www.uber.com/pt/en/
* '''Bolt:''' https://bolt.eu/en/cities/lisbon/
 
=== '''🚲''' Bike Rentals ===
Renting a bike is an option in the Estoril-Cascais area. These two bike rental companies offer rentals ranging from 1 hour to 7 days:
 
* '''Rent Bike, Cascais, Lisbon:''' https://www.rentbike.pt/bike-rental/
*'''Tomorrow’s Adventure, Bike Rentals:''' [https://www.tomorrowsadventure.pt/bicycles.html https://www.tomorrowsadventure.pt/bicycles.html<br />]
== '''Getting to Estoril''' '''⭐''' ==
 
==== ✈️🚆 From the Airport Via Metro & Train ====
* '''Cost:''' Approximately 5 Euro
* '''Duration:''' 1.5 hours or less
* '''Duration:''' 1.5 hours or less


Line 88: Line 198:
# Take the RED METRO LINE in the direction of São Sebastião
# Take the RED METRO LINE in the direction of São Sebastião
# Get off at the Alameda stop to transfer to the GREEN METRO LINE heading towards Cais do Sodre
# Get off at the Alameda stop to transfer to the GREEN METRO LINE heading towards Cais do Sodre
# Get off at Cais do Sodre and follow signs for the Comboios Train System (its in the same train station).  
# Get off at Cais do Sodre and follow signs for the Comboios Train System (its in the same train station).
# Take the train towards Cascais
# Take the train towards Cascais
# Get off at the Estoril station. From there, the venue is only a 10 minute walk.  
# Get off at the Estoril station. From there, the venue is only a 10 minute walk.


==== Getting to Estoril from Central Lisbon Via Train 🏰 ====
==== ✈️ 🚖 From the Airport Via Taxi ====
* '''Cost:''' Approximately 2.5 Euro
* '''Duration:''' 40 minutes
 
1. Start at the Cais do Sodré train station and take the train towards Cascais.
2. Estoril is two stops before Cascais.
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=== Taxis and Ride Sharing Services 🚖 ===
It is possible to use city taxis, as well as Uber and Bolt in the city of Lisbon.
 
* '''Uber:''' https://www.uber.com/pt/en/
* '''Bolt:''' https://bolt.eu/en/cities/lisbon/
 
==== Getting to Estoril from the Airport Via Taxi ✈️ ====
*'''Estimated Cost:''' 25-30 Euro
*'''Estimated Cost:''' 25-30 Euro
*'''Duration:''' 25 minutes  
*'''Duration:''' 25 minutes


There are two main pick up and drop off points at Terminal 1 of the Lisbon Airport. Both Bolt and Uber work at either of these points:  
There are two main pick up and drop off points at Terminal 1 of the Lisbon Airport. Both Bolt and Uber work at either of these points:  


* The ''Kiss&Fly parking lot'' is located at the entrance of the Departures Hall at Terminal One. It is just in front of the free shuttle service to Terminal Two. .
* The ''Kiss&Fly parking lot'' is located at the entrance of the Departures Hall at Terminal One. It is just in front of the free shuttle service to Terminal Two.
* ''P2 parking'' is located in the Arrivals Hall at Terminal One. Once you exit the baggage claim department, take a left and walk past the Starbucks towards the exit and the P2 parking lot. You will see signs for the ride sharing pick up zone.
* ''P2 parking'' is located in the Arrivals Hall at Terminal One. Once you exit the baggage claim department, take a left and walk past the Starbucks towards the exit and the P2 parking lot. You will see signs for the ride sharing pick up zone.
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=== Bikes Rentals '''🚲''' ===
==== 🏰🚆 Fom Central Lisbon Via Train ====
Renting a bike is an option in the Estoril-Cascais area. These two bike rental companies offer rentals ranging from 1 hour to 7 days:
* '''Cost:''' Approximately 2.5 Euro
* '''Duration:''' 40 minutes
 
1. Start at the Cais do Sodré train station and take the train towards Cascais.  


* '''Rent Bike, Cascais, Lisbon:''' https://www.rentbike.pt/bike-rental/
2. Estoril is two stops before Cascais.
*'''Tomorrow’s Adventure, Bike Rentals:''' [https://www.tomorrowsadventure.pt/bicycles.html https://www.tomorrowsadventure.pt/bicycles.html<br />]

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Gathering defenders at the intersection of technology and rights


Home of the GG, Estoril is located just 25 km from Lisbon, which can be reached in less than 40 minutes via train.

It is also only a few kilometers from the vibrant seaside city of Cascais, which can be reached via a five minute train ride from the GG venue, or by taking a 20 minute walk on the famous boardwalk. On this walk you will encounter tons of cafes, restaurants, and beautiful beaches.


Hotels

Below are hotel options within walking or short train distance of the Global Gathering venue in Estoril, Portugal.

👉 Prices are approximate and may vary at the time of booking.

👉 Please confirm bed configuration when reserving — “double room” does not always mean two beds.

👉 Portugal has an excellent transportation system and relatively affordable car services. We encourage you to consider lodging in neighboring towns for more budget-friendly options.

👉 Check out our interactive map of Estoril to get a lay of the land.

🏨 Hotels with Global Gathering Discounts

Discounted hotel details will be published soon.
Please check back for updated information.

🏛️ Other Hotels in Estoril

💶 €100–150 per night

Hotel Alvorada

📍 350 m from GG venue
💶 €130–150
☎ +351 214 649 860
[email protected]
🌐 https://www.hotelalvorada.com

Hotel Lido
📍 600 m from GG venue
💶 €140–150
☎ +351 214 679 420
🌐 https://www.hotellido.pt/pt/contactos.html

Hotel Inglaterra
📍 600 m from GG venue
💶 €145–150
☎ +351 214 684 461
[email protected]
🌐 https://www.hotelinglaterraestoril.com.pt

💶 €150–200 per night

Hotel Vila Galé Estoril
📍 450 m from GG venue
💶 €165–180
☎ +351 214 648 400
[email protected]
🌐 https://www.vilagale.com/pt/hoteis/costa-de-lisboa/vila-gale-estoril

Clube do Lago Hotel
📍 18-minute walk from GG venue
💶 €150–190
☎ +351 214 666 000
[email protected]
🌐 https://www.clubedolagohotel.pt

Amazonia Estoril Hotel
📍 600 m from GG venue
💶 €150–180
☎ +351 213 199 150
[email protected]
🌐 https://www.amazoniahoteis.com/en/hotels/estoril/amazonia-estoril-cascais/

🏘️ Hotels & Hostels near Estoril (Cascais)

Ljmonade Hostel – Cascais
🚌 25-minute trip by public transport
💶 Dorm: €30–40
💶 Private: €100–130
☎ +351 916 880 056
🌐 https://www.ljmonade.com/

Cascais City & Beach Hotel
🚌 20-minute trip by public transport
💶 €190–200
☎ +351 211 164 330
[email protected]
🌐 https://www.cascaiscbhotel.com

Sui7es Guest House – Cascais
🚌 15-minute trip by public transport
💶 €175–185
☎ +351 215 801 187
🌐 https://sui7es.pt

🏡 Other Rental Options

The following websites offer many options in the Estoril–Cascais area:

  • Vrbo – https://www.vrbo.com/
  • Hostelworld – https://hostelworld.com/
  • Airbnb* – https://www.airbnb.com/
  • Booking.com* – https://www.booking.com
  • Hotels.com* – https://www.hotels.com/
  • Some platforms are listed in boycott databases and referenced in a U.N. Special Rapporteur report regarding business activity in illegal settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territories.

Transportation in the Lisbon Metropolitan Area

🚃 Metro Area Train Systems

Portugal has two train systems:

  • Metro Train System: https://www.metrolisboa.pt/en/ This operates within Lisbon city and nearby neighborhoods. Stations are mostly underground. .
  • Comboios Train System: https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en This is the regional and national rail services. It connects Lisbon to close cities like Estoril and even farther away cities like Oporto.

🚖 Taxis and Ride Sharing Services

The most common taxi and ride sharing services are:

🚲 Bike Rentals

Renting a bike is an option in the Estoril-Cascais area. These two bike rental companies offer rentals ranging from 1 hour to 7 days:

Getting to Estoril

✈️🚆 From the Airport Via Metro & Train

  • Cost: Approximately 5 Euro
  • Duration: 1.5 hours or less
  1. The airport metro stop is located outside of arrivals at Terminal One.
  2. Take the RED METRO LINE in the direction of São Sebastião
  3. Get off at the Alameda stop to transfer to the GREEN METRO LINE heading towards Cais do Sodre
  4. Get off at Cais do Sodre and follow signs for the Comboios Train System (its in the same train station).
  5. Take the train towards Cascais
  6. Get off at the Estoril station. From there, the venue is only a 10 minute walk.

✈️ 🚖 From the Airport Via Taxi

  • Estimated Cost: 25-30 Euro
  • Duration: 25 minutes

There are two main pick up and drop off points at Terminal 1 of the Lisbon Airport. Both Bolt and Uber work at either of these points:

  • The Kiss&Fly parking lot is located at the entrance of the Departures Hall at Terminal One. It is just in front of the free shuttle service to Terminal Two.
  • P2 parking is located in the Arrivals Hall at Terminal One. Once you exit the baggage claim department, take a left and walk past the Starbucks towards the exit and the P2 parking lot. You will see signs for the ride sharing pick up zone.

🏰🚆 Fom Central Lisbon Via Train

  • Cost: Approximately 2.5 Euro
  • Duration: 40 minutes

1. Start at the Cais do Sodré train station and take the train towards Cascais.

2. Estoril is two stops before Cascais.