It’s true, Cascais keeps racking up the accolades. The five-star Grande Real Villa Itália Hotel & Spa, perched between the Atlantic and the town, has just won the “Best for Meetings & Events” award at the 2026 Condé Nast Johansens Awards for Excellence. In plain English? When it comes to picking a beautiful, efficient spot with the right view to discuss (and seal) deals – or celebrate achievements – this is the place to be.
The Grande Real Villa Itália was already crowned “Europe’s Most Romantic Hotel” last year. Now it adds the title of best venue for events to its collection. Weddings, corporate retreats, gala dinners, intense brainstorms… you name it. The hotel offers naturally lit rooms, conference halls for up to 400 guests, and gardens and terraces overlooking the sea, perfect for relaxed chats that end with everyone smiling. And if your day has been a whirlwind of meetings, the spa is there to help you unwind.
This isn’t a small-time award: the hotel stood out among contenders from the UK, Spain, and Italy. And it’s not just us saying it—Cascais really does have the very best.