32 Best Hotels in Lisbon, Portugal

A stunning Art Nouveau building, interesting modern art work, and a trendy yet under-the-radar location combine to make a stay at 1908 Lisboa Hotel memorable for all the right reasons. The decor effectively marries Lisbon's grand past and super-trendy present, and the bar and restaurant are notable in their own right. Transport links are good, and many attractions are within walking distance, yet the hotel is far enough from the tourist trail to offer lots of real local flavor.

If you want expansive views of the castle and the entire neighborhood, book a room on one of the upper floors of this small, modern hotel perched atop the tallest of Lisbon's seven hills. In summer, ask for a balcony or one of the rooms with large terraces. The top-floor breakfast room has huge windows and lots of sunny spots for admiring the view. There's no metro station, but Tram 28 runs nearby.

In an artfully restored 18th-century showplace, this chic boutique hotel retains many of its original features, including rough-hewn wooden beams, graceful arches, and a serving hatch from a store that once stood on the site. The brainchild of veteran hotelier Miguel Simões de Almeida, the AlmaLusa eschews ostentatious displays of grandeur in favor of more subtle touches like design-magazine decor and the latest high-tech touches. The Delfina restaurant serves traditional local dishes with thoroughly modern flair.

Occupying an elegant art deco building that has been classified as a historic landmark, the monumental Altis Avenida offers glamour and luxury in a central location that makes it ideal for sightseeing. The black-and-gold guest rooms reflect the hotel's history with furnishings that evoke the style of the early 20th century while providing all the modern creature comforts. A lavish breakfast is served in the rooftop restaurant, Rossio Gastrobar, which is a perfect spot for sundown cocktails and sophisticated small plates as you take in the panoramic views over Rossio, Saint George Castle, and the shimmering Tagus River. 

The decor at this elegant riverside hotel harks back to Portugal's Age of Discovery, but that's not to say it's stuck in the past—the overall vibe is light and modern and its relatively small size gives it an intimate feel. The individually decorated guest rooms have expansive windows and views of the river or the marina. The hotel has one of Lisbon's best spas, and a Michelin-starred restaurant called Feitoria, which offers gourmet tasting menus.

A chic member of the Lisbon Heritage collection of storied small hotels, this late-18th-century mansion maintains its period furnishings, paintings, and tilework in the common areas, and the guest rooms have been individually furnished with the same care and taste. Guests can enjoy a leisurely breakfast on the ivy-covered patio, fix an afternoon cocktail from the honor bar, and enjoy quiet moments on the top-floor library and its ample terrace. The mansion was once the home of Portuguese novelist Eça de Queirós.

Built in 1892, the city's first luxury hotel combines regal elegance, modern comforts, and a romantic Belle Époque style. Sumptuously furnished guest rooms are completely soundproofed for a good night's sleep, and bathrooms are lined in the finest Portuguese marble. Breakfast is served in a grand dining room with ornate chandeliers overhead. Continuing the theme of classic elegance, the British-inspired bar serves perfectly prepared drinks, and the grand Palace Lounge is perfect for drinks and snacks against a refined musical backdrop that includes regular piano recitals.

One of the first private houses to be built in Lisbon after the 18th-century earthquake, Casa de São Mamede has been transformed into a relaxed boutique guesthouse endowed with a tiled dining room, a grand staircase, and stained-glass windows. It's been thoroughly renovated, but the old-world charm preserved in each of the individually decorated rooms.

An excellent option for business travelers, the luxe Corinthia Lisboa offers comfortable accommodations and impeccable service just a short distance from the airport, convention centers, and the historic downtown. The upper-floor suites have dramatic bird’s-eye views over the city’s 18th-century aqueduct and the impressive 25 de Abril suspension bridge, and the spa offers a heated indoor pool, around-the-clock gym, luxurious face-and-body treatments, and a spacious sundeck. The well-regarded restaurant Sete Colinas and the leafy garden terrace Erva are standouts.

It's worth considering the superior rooms at this contemporary hotel, especially those that have private balconies and floor-to-ceiling windows letting in lots of sunlight. The building is a 1900s-era ironworks, and the minimalist gray, black, and white exterior is in keeping with its industrial past. There's delicious Portuguese and Mediterranean cuisine at the contemporary restaurant called Saldanha Mar, as well as lighter meals at the Fontana bar.

The feeling of luxury starts the minute you step into the Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon's marbled reception area and continues through to the lounge, whose terrace overlooks one of the city's prettiest parks. Public areas are filled with elegant tapestries, massive chandeliers, and antique reproductions, while the airy guest rooms have elegant furnishings and large balconies looking out to Castelo de São Jorge or toward the Monsanto Forest. A superb buffet breakfast is served in the acclaimed Varanda restaurant, which has a beautiful outdoor terrace.

The impeccable service and historical detail are the key selling points of this well located hotel. From the porthole windows flanking the arched doorway to the marble columns in the lobby to the historic murals in the bar, a stay here will delight any Art Deco enthusiast. The Britânia is in one of the few 1940s buildings near Avenida da Liberdade to have survived the years unscathed, so you have the larger-than-usual guest rooms that are original to the townhouse. Staff go above and beyond to make guests feel welcome, and the breakfast, served until midday, is a real feast.

Occupying the sixth to eighth floors of the Grandes Armazéns do Chiado shopping complex, this boutique hotel blends elements of 16th-century Portugal with 21st-century amenities. Private terraces have views of the castle, and the seventh-floor bar-restaurant, Entretanto, attracts locals who come to soak up the views as they nibble petisicos and sip cocktails. Despite the bustling location, rooms are quiet and peaceful.

Just a few steps from stylish Avenida da Liberdade, Hotel Lisboa Plaza recalls the glamour of Lisbon in the 1950s. The hotel has been run by the same family since its inauguration in 1954, and today combines elegant original fixtures and fittings with more modern amenities such as a gym and LCD TVs. There’s a bar serving light meals and snacks, and guests are welcome to pour themselves a drink from the honor bar at the rooftop terrace. Larger than most properties in the Lisbon Heritage Hotels collection of historical properties, it’s a good choice for families thanks to its relaxing communal areas with free all-day tea and coffee, huge buffet breakfast served until midday, and optional extras like babysitting services. 

In a handsome 19th-century townhouse on Lisbon's grandest boulevard, Hotel Valverde exudes a sense of understated luxury. The smart boutique hotel is all about the detail—the super-attentive, Lacoste-clad young staff pull out all the stops to ensure guests enjoy their visit, and the bespoke furnishings and carefully selected art works make a stay here a memorable experience. The pool and leafy garden provide welcome respite from the sun that beats down on Lisbon for much of the year, and the chic rooms are blissfully quiet despite the very central location.

Business travelers like this upscale hotel's location near Parque Eduardo VII, which makes it a hit with vacationers as well. There's fine Portuguese dining at the Akla restaurant, and a split-level atrium with a cozy brasserie and separate conservatory-style bar.  The smartly renovated rooms have plush furnishings and the latest tech amenities. Those on higher floors have have fantastic views of either the park or out toward the river.

Rooms at this fun and funky design hotel overlooking the Rossio are themed by design and by scent---take your pick from Urban, Tribal, Zen, and Pop. All of the rooms have unique designs with playful, modern artworks, and some have private terraces with views of the bustling square and the shopping street of Rua Augusta. There's a modern space for business meetings in the hotel's well-lit loft space, and the trendy restaurant, Bastardo, is a hit with local foodies thanks to its contemporary mix of Portuguese and international flavors.

Located on beautiful Largo do Carmo in the hilly Chiado neighborhood, this boutique charmer has amazing views of the historic square, the red rooftops of the city, and the Tagus River. Rooms are sleek and modern, with wide windows to let in lots of light. Guests can choose to book only the room or add a good buffet breakfast for an extra charge, and the Maria do Carmo restaurant is an elegant space to enjoy regional products like stuffed sausage, smoked ham, and artisanal cheeses, as well as daily vegetarian and vegan options. 

With a lofty location at the top of historic Alfama, this stylish boutique hotel scores major points for its detail-driven design, carefully-restored 19th-century building, and friendly staff. Colorful street art ramps up the cool credentials and the views from the rooftop pool and bar are the hotel's crowning glory. Staff are savvy to the best places to visit in Lisbon, and the hotel even offers free walking tours each morning. All rooms are bright, cool, and contemporary, with a minimalist-chic feel to the wooden floors and crisp white linens.

Layers of history are on display at this beautiful retreat that combines fascinating peeks into the past with the latest high-tech amenities. The spacious and tastefully appointed rooms are housed in a building once owned by the Governor of Torre de Belém (and on the site of some Roman ruins, which can be seen through glass panels in the floor). The lobby was once a chapel, and the excellent restaurant has an original domed ceiling. A luxurious spa, indoor and outdoor pools, and pleasant terrace bar make the hotel a wonderful place to relax.

This small, elegant hotel near Castelo de São Jorge pampers guests with luxurious linens, elegant furnishings, and marble bathrooms. With just 24 rooms spread over four floors, service is attentive, and superior rooms on the second and third floors have lovely terraces where you can enjoy breakfast or sip an afternoon drink.

Combining the elegance of a 19th-century manor house with the modern amenities of a luxury resort, the Olissippo Lapa Palace is perched at the top of one of Lisbon's seven hills and has spectacular views. Its ornate gardens come complete with lakes and waterfalls, along with an expansive swimming pool, children's plunge pool, and sundeck. The spa has a heated indoor pool, steam baths, massage rooms, and a fully equipped fitness center. The renowned Lapa Restaurant is an elegant spot for dinner, while the poolside Pavillon eatery is open from May through October and serves light meals, afternoon tea, and evening cocktails.

A characterful boutique hotel in the heart of Chiado, Palácio das Especiarias occupies a beautifully restored 16th-century mansion hiding a wealth of intriguing detail behind its low-key facade. Super friendly reception staff make checking in a pleasure rather than a chore, and guests can help themselves to a selection of hot and cold drinks and cakes in a retro-chic living area replete with deep armchairs, an ornate wooden chess set, and a piano. The hotel is themed around Portugal's spice trade, a detail reflected everywhere from the Age of Discovery-era period furnishings to the choice of books in the library. There are nooks and crannies to be explored throughout the property.

If you want to feel utterly pampered amid the hectic pace of the Bairro Alto, this beautifully restored 18th-century mansion is the place. Once the residence of João Federico Ludovice, architect to King João V, the mansion's many period details, such as ornate azulejo tiles, stucco ceilings, and leafy courtyards have been immaculately preserved. The building’s rebirth as a hotel was overseen by renowned Portuguese architect Miguel Câncio Martin, and today it combines classic design with modern amenities and luxurious touches such as a Caudelie Vinothérapie spa, fitness center, and chic wine bar and restaurant. The spacious, high-ceilinged rooms have views over the city or the picturesque courtyard, and guests are just steps away from the São Pedro de Alcântara lookout point, with its sweeping views over the city.

If you're looking for a great location for sightseeing, check into one of the bright and cheerful rooms on the five azulejo-tile--lined floors of the Residencial Florescente. This is one of few reasonably priced options in the heart of town. There's a small outdoor pool and sun terrace with a bar serving poolside drinks, and the on-site restaurant offers Portuguese dishes.

Facing a quiet backstreet near Praça Marquês de Pombal, Sana Capitol offers a central location, lots of creature comforts, and high-tech touches. Located near the financial district, it's a solid business choice, but also appeals to families because of babysitting and other services. The pleasant Parque Eduardo VII is just 100 yards away.

Traveling executives flock to this business hotel overlooking modern Lisbon for its many pluses: a huge reception area with a comfortable bar, a staff that goes above and beyond, and nicely appointed guest rooms. As one of the tallest buildings in the city, the views from the rooftop bar and restaurant are terrific. Exercise in the warm outdoor pool, relax in the huge spa, or consult personal trainers in the gym. The hotel is in the business district, not far from Parque Eduardo VII and the Museu Calouste Gulbenkian.

Located in an 18th-century mansion within the walls of Castelo de São Jorge, this boutique hideaway has been lovingly restored. Featuring classical furnishings, the standard rooms in the original building offer river views; rooms in the newer wing incorporate parts of the castle wall. A sun-drenched courtyard acts as a breakfast area and is home to a family of peacocks. Luxurious touches abound, including Molton Brown toiletries. There's no restaurant, but there's 24-hour room service and a free afternoon tea. Vehicle access is restricted to local residents and taxis, but guests booking directly through the hotel website benefit from complimentary taxi service from the airport. 

Done up in a pleasant shade of pink, Solar dos Mouros is a handsome boutique hotel whose location near the Castelo de São Jorge makes it perfectly placed for admiring the city from on high. The decor, in a contemporary style with minimalist furnishings, is a nice contrast to the traditional facade. For the best views, request a room on one of the upper floors overlooking the Tagus River. At the top of the hotel, Loft 58 is a light-filled attic space for up to 10 people,  and has a private terrace with great views across the city. Guests gather on the terrace for a glass of wine at sunset,  or at the tapas bar, La Terrasse, for light meals.

Urban explorers will love this vibrant, design-led boutique hotel which opened in 2021 on a charming Chiado side street. The address gives a clue as to the theme of the hotel: it sits on the corner of two streets named for the trailblazing Portuguese explorers Capelo and Ivens, whose adventures in Africa are celebrated in every pristine quarter of the property. Guests are encouraged to share their own tips for hidden Lisbon treasures in a beautifully curated coffee table in the lobby, and there are pops of tropical color in the hand-painted wallpapers and contemporary artworks. The hotel is part of the Marriott Autograph Collection of independent boutique properties, but nothing about the property feels like a chain. The attention to detail is astonishing (be sure to check out the fabulously flamboyant bathrooms in the trendy hotel restaurant, Rocco), superior soundproofing makes for silent nights despite the bustling streets outside, and staff go out of their way to make every guest feel like a VIP.