Tomar

Checking In…Thomar Boutique Hotel, Tomar (Portugal)

January 8, 2020 By International Lodging Corporation

This stylish 4-star hotel is located in the center of town on a quiet street just 5 minutes from the main square. The traditional building was converted into an urban style boutique hotel in August 2018. The contemporary interior design of the hotel reflects the local Knights Templar heritage and pays tribute to the iconic ages that shaped the town. The rooms on each floor are styled in themes relating to the Roman Era, Templar Era, Discoveries Era and Industrial Era, giving the hotel a unique and modern vibe.

Address: Rua de Sta. Iría, 14
5 minute walk from the Praça da República (main square), Church of São João Baptista, Synagogue (built in 1430)
Visit the Convent of Christ (UNESCO World Heritage Site) founded by the Knights Templar, surrounded by the walls of the 12^th castle
10 minute walk to the 12 th C. Church of Santa Maria do Olival (burial place of Knights Templar and Knights of the Order of Christ)
15 minute walk to the Chapel of Nossa Senhora da Conceição
5 minute drive to the Aqueduct of Pegões
30 minute drive to Almourol Castle, 12th C. Knights Templar castle in the middle of the River Tagus
Train Station: 5 minutes by taxi (1.7 km)
Airport: 1 hour 20 minutes by car (131 km – Lisbon)

All rooms with private bath, air conditioning, direct dial telephone, WiFi, hair dryer, magnifying mirror, flat panel TV, Nespresso machine, minibar, kettle, room safe

1 Elevator
Restaurant (breakfast only)
Rooftop Bar
Reception (24 hours)
Laundry Service
Parking (complimentary public parking lot adjacent to hotel)

24 guest rooms (4 floors)
Standard: Room with a Queen or Twin beds, located on all floors (Roman, Templar, Discoveries and Industrial eras); approx. 19 m2 (2 guest maximum)
Premium: Room with a King bed and a balcony with town or river views, located on the Templar, Discoveries and Industrial era floors; approx. 21 m2 (3 guest maximum)
Superior Suite: Spacious suite with a Templar-inspired design with a King bed, sitting area separated by a partition with a sofabed (full size), and balcony with views of the river and castle; approx. 35 m2 – only 1 of this type (4 guest maximum)
Duplex Suite: Split level suite with a Roman-inspired design with a living room with sofabed (full size) and bathroom on the lower floor and bedroom with King bed on the upper floor; approx. 40 m2 – only 4 of this type; located on ground floor (4 guest maximum)
Hotel offers a Handicap room

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Checking In…Hotel dos Templarios, Tomar (Portugal)

November 25, 2019 By International Lodging Corporation

This classic 4-star hotel is located in the heart of Tomar, a historic town that is rich in Knights Templar history. Ideally situated on the on the bank of the Nabão River and surrounded by lush gardens, the hotel’s location provides a perfect base from which to explore this charming and picturesque town.

Address: Largo Cândido dos Reis 1
Short walk (8 minutes) from the Praça da República (main square), Church of São João Baptista, Synagogue (built in 1430)
Visit the Convent of Christ (UNESCO World Heritage Site) founded by the Knights Templar, surrounded by the walls of the 12^th castle
12 minute walk to the Chapel of Nossa Senhora da Conceição
20 minute walk to the 12 th C. Church of Santa Maria do Olival (burial place of Knights Templar and Knights of the Order of Christ)
6 minute drive to the Aqueduct of Pegões
30 minute drive to Almourol Castle, 12th C. Knights Templar castle in the middle of the River Tagus
Train Station: 5 minutes by taxi (1.3 km)
Airport: 1 hour 20 minutes by car (131 km – Lisbon)

All rooms with private bath, air conditioning, direct dial telephone, WiFi, hair dryer, flat panel TV, minibar, room safe

4 Elevators
Room Service (until 1:00am)
Grão Mestre Restaurant
Terrace Room
Lobby Bar
Swimming Pools (outdoor & indoor heated)
Fitness Center
Spa
Tennis Court
Children’s Playground
Reception (24 hours)
Laundry Service
Parking onsite (complimentary)

176 guest rooms (5 floors)
Standard: Room with a Queen or Twin beds and balcony with views of the river or castle; approx. 30 m2 (3 guest maximum)
Superior: Room with a Queen or Twin beds and balcony with views of the city or river; approx. 40 m2 (4 guest maximum; 3 adults or 2 adults + 2 children)
Junior Suite: Spacious suite with a living room, separate bedroom with a Queen bed and balcony with views of the city; approx. 45 m2 (4 guest maximum; 3 adults or 2 adults + 2 children)
Duplex Suite: Split level suite with a spacious living room and bedroom on another level with a Queen bed and balcony with views of the city; approx. 75 m2 (4 guest maximum; 3 adults or 2 adults + 2 children)
Presidential Suite: Large split level suite with spacious living room, bathroom, kitchenette and terrace on one floor, and a bedroom on another level with a Queen bed and balcony with views of the city; approx. 140 m2 – only 1 of this type (4 guest maximum; 3 adults or 2 adults + 2 children)
Children are defined as under 13 years old
Hotel offers a Handicap room (Standard category)

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Sites to See…Synagogue of Tomar (Portugal)

August 21, 2019 By International Lodging Corporation

The Synagogue of Tomar, built between 1430-1460, is the best-preserved medieval synagogue in Portugal. The building served as a synagogue, as well as a school, assembly, and court for the Jewish community in Tomar until 1496, when King Manuel I forced the expulsion and conversion of Jews in the country. Over the next 425 years, the building was used as a prison, a Christian chapel, and a storage house for hay and groceries.

In 1921 the building was designated as a national monument and in 1923 it was purchased by Samuel Schwarz, a Jewish mining engineer who had been living in Portugal. Mr Schwartz restored the building and began excavations on the site. In 1939 the the building was donated to the Portuguese government so that a museum could be established.

The square building has Gothic vaults supported by four pillars with eight upturned clay jars in the corners acting as primitive amplifiers. Various Hebrew symbols on the walls have symbolic meaning, as do the 12 corbels which represent the 12 tribes of Israel. The four columns represent the four matriarchs of Israel: Sarah, Rebecca, Leah and Rachel. After some excavations at the site, a rectangular room was found adjoining the main building for the mikvah, the ritual bath of purification of Jewish men and women.

The Synagogue of Tomar is located at Rua Dr. Joaquim Jacinto, 73, just a 2 minute walk from the Praça da República main square.

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