RM The Experience - Small Portuguese Hotels

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Luxury
VIP Access
4.0 star property
9.6

Exceptional

Modern elegance by serene waterfront

Boutique charm meets modern elegance in this conveniently located haven, steps from vibrant markets and serene waterfront views. Delight in cold drinks and wine in the lounge, and savor fresh baked goods from the attached organic café.

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry
The current price is AED 320
AED 356 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov

Room options

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a red sofa, a small side table, and a mirror.

Suite (Master)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a tufted headboard, white bedding, a side table with a wine bottle, and a painting on the wall.

Suite (Double)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a bed with white linens, a wooden wardrobe, and a view of the city through large windows.

Suite, 2 Twin Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located by the sea, RM The Experience - Small Portuguese Hotels is in Historic Center (Centro Histórico), a neighborhood in Setubal. Pelourinho de Setubal and Igreja de Jesus are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Park Natural da Arrabida and Bonfim Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Algodeia Park and KIP - Kartodromo Internacional de Palmela. Snorkeling offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Setubal travel guide
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Map
Rua Padre Joaquim Silvestre Serrão n.º8, Setubal, 2900-424

What's nearby

  • Livramento Market
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Estátua de Bocage
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Setubal Museum
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pelourinho de Setubal
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Casa da Baía
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Praça do Quebedo Station
    7 min walk
  • Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS)
    42 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sem Horas
    4 min walk
  • Taberna do Largo
    4 min walk
  • Rei do Choco Frito - Casa Santiago
    4 min walk
  • Tortas de Azeitão
    1 min walk
  • Crab&Cork
    3 min walk

About this property

RM The Experience - Small Portuguese Hotels

  • Upscale boutique guesthouse by the sea
  • You can look forward to free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar at RM The Experience - Small Portuguese Hotels. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Free bicycle rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
    • Express check-in, babysitting (surcharge), and smoke-free premises
    • A front-desk safe, a TV in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at RM The Experience - Small Portuguese Hotels offer perks such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Baby baths, childcare services, and free infant beds
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, travel cribs, and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

  • Sustainability Certifications
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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Frequently asked questions

Is RM The Experience - Small Portuguese Hotels pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at RM The Experience - Small Portuguese Hotels?

As of 23 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at RM The Experience - Small Portuguese Hotels on 8 November 2026 start from AED 320, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

RM The Experience - Small Portuguese Hotels doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at RM The Experience - Small Portuguese Hotels?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at RM The Experience - Small Portuguese Hotels?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does RM The Experience - Small Portuguese Hotels provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 100 per vehicle applies.

Where is RM The Experience - Small Portuguese Hotels located?

This family-friendly Setubal guesthouse is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Archaeological Museum, Livramento Market, and Setubal Archaeological and Ethnographic Museum. Bonfim Park and Igreja de Jesus are also within 10 minutes. Praça do Quebedo Station is 7 minutes by foot and Setúbal Station is 14 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

RM The Experience - Small Portuguese Hotels Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 215 out of 264 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 264 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 264 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 264 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 264 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire staff at the hotel was amazing. Very friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful boutique hotel with exceptionally friendly and accommodating front concierge. We really enjoyed our short stay but if back in Portugal, would definitely make a stop again. City is full with kind and social people.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel with quirky room. Great location. Walking distance to all we wanted to see and great restaurants nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my favorite Boutique Hotel to stay at when I am in Setubal. Centrally located and close to everything. I love this place!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is perfect, staff is very friendly/helpful, room was exactly as seen in advertisement, breakfast choices from the adjoining cafe were very tasty with good choices.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location near the old town , staff are very helpful and professional. Rooms are clean , the cafe for breakfast is basic but it’s enough for a quick grab and go . Overall a very nice stay for couple of days .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so welcoming and the location of the hotel was close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a very nice boutique hotel and great for a weekend get a way. Staff was very friendly and we loved the location
Stayed 13 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very stylish hotel in a great location. The staff were so nice and the bakery downstairs (which included breakfast) was so convenient. There isn’t an elevator and all rooms are upstairs-so consider that in your planning.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Easy check in, friendly staff and close to everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Really beautiful property and amazingly attentive staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Very clean , good breakfast, staff very friendly .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful, great location
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean affordable place to stay. Close to all the attractions
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Excellent Guesthouse in great location

Very nice Guesthouse in a great location. The rooms are very beautiful and the bed and bedsheets are excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was amazing from the check in to the stay. The room was super cute and I was provided with complimentary wine and water. I would highly recommend this RM Guesthouse when staying in Setúbal
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
The rooms are very small but what they lack in space they make up for in charm. The staff at the hotel were outstanding, helpful, kind and friendly. The location is great, right on the main park and near the main square. We would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best hotel in Setubal

Beautiful hotel, really nice!! Very comfortable, the bakery downstairs also really really good stuff!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely boutique style hotel. Amazing breakfast in the adjacent pastry shop. Staff we encountered were amazing, friendly and professional. Would definitely stay here again when visiting the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place with a real boutique hotel look and feel, really nice set up. The staff were absolutely terrific.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very good small hotel

Great guesthouse - staff very helpful Great location in Setubal Good breakfast in cafe downstairs Very compact rooms but lot of detail like bathrobes , nespresso , wine and water
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing and the room was very cool and modern. The shower had amazing water pressure and the room comes with a small bottle of red wine, tea kettle and a coffee maker. They also provided an amazing continental breakfast that was included with our stay: eggs, bread, fruit, oats, orange juice and coffee!!
Bedroom
Bathroom area
The cute pig on our floor.
Cute note area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We love staying at RM The Experience, the rooms are comfortable, stylishly decorated & have everything you need for a great stay & the central location is perfect. Breakfast down in the Bakery is tasty, fresh & a good start to the day.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exceptional interior design. Gorgeous staff that mo polite and professionals
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025