If you want to experience a Macau hotel with a more traditional Portuguese perspective, you should consider the romantic and unique 5-star resort Pousada de Sao Tiago. Pousada De Sao Tiago is situated in Macau's prestigious residential area at the tip of the Macau peninsula, along the scenic tree-lined Praia Grande Bay. It is 5 minutes away from the historic A-Ma Temple, Maritime Museum, Gate of Understanding, and Macau’s entertainment and shopping districts. It certainly holds true that beauty knows no boundaries, and there can be no better example than the Pousada de Sao Tiago. A traditional Portuguese inn, it rises majestically from the walls of the imposing Barra Fort. The Fortaleza da Barra was one of the fortresses built in the seventeenth century by the Portuguese to defend Macau against hostile European nations and local pirates. One hundred years later, a chapel was built within its walls and dedicated to Sao Tiago (St. James), the patron saint of the Portuguese army. Today, much of the fortress and the chapel have been preserved as part of the Macau hotel Pousada de Sao Tiago. Ingenious in its design artistry, this historic Macau resort offers a glimpse into Portuguese culture, with the simple, solid beauty of the fortress, complemented by the classical, refined style of the Pousada. In 1978, the Chapel was restored and the statue of St. James cleaned and painted. As in the past, it became an integral part of the Pousada de Sao Tiago’s main building, adjoining the reception area and cocktail lounge. If you wish to have a romantic wedding in the chapel, or even a baptism, the staff can arrange a blessing performed by various priests living in Macau. Through cool, stone archways, with water cascading from the walls of history, guests enter the elegant lobby, and can look down upon the Os Gatos Lounge, a restaurant dedicated to the allure and cuisine of sun-drenched lands. The name of this Macau hotel restaurant (Portuguese for "The Cats"), comes from the title of a book by the renowned Portuguese literary figure Fialho de Almeida. In the book, Almeida states that "Portuguese is the most refined, most voluptuous, most succulent cuisine in the world". Os Gatos lives up to the promise, presenting a menu of exquisite specialties from Macau, Portugal, Spain, Provence, Italy and Greece, in a setting that is simply unparalleled in the entire territory; the magnificent 1641 Barra Fort, one of Macau's most beloved landmarks. Dine in the Cafe da Barra and sit back to sample a tempting mixture of Portuguese and Continental dishes. In the early evening, sip cocktails on the Terrace, and let the world pass slowly by. In the background, a traditional Chinese junk sails lazily past on the shimmering waters, resplendent against a magnificent sunset. An outdoor swimming pool with a sunlawn terrace, set amidst century old banyan trees, offers guests quiet relaxation. All rooms and suites at Macau’s Pousada de Sao Tiago have mahogany furniture, marble bathrooms and custom-made chandeliers and lamps, all imported from Portugal and made to special designs. All rooms overlook the Harbor and are equipped with Satellite TV, mini-bar and fridge and IDD telephone. From the private balcony of each luxurious guest room, guests may look out upon the picturesque Inner Harbour. Bathed in glorious sunlight, the trees around which the hotel is designed are reflected in the tranquil waters. Relax on the beautiful Terrace and let time stand still, while the atmosphere and fragrances of Macau are brought upon light breezes to enchant you. |
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