Memmo Alfama is considered one of the best hotels in Lisbon. It was the first boutique hotel to open in the city's oldest neighbourhood, Alfama. The hotel's 42 bright and breezy rooms are inspired by a contemporary Nordic style with Portuguese touches. Memmo Alfama is still a hidden treasure, tucked away in a maze of cobbled streets, featuring a red infinity plunge pool with a bar and glorious views over Alfama and the Tagus River.
Memmo Príncipe Real is a sleek and warm five-star boutique hotel located in the fashionable Príncipe Real neighbourhood of Lisbon. Designed by Portuguese architect Samuel Torres de Carvalho, it features 41 elegant bedrooms, some with outdoor fireplaces on the terrace. The interiors are decorated in luxurious and warm tones of green velvet, local limestone, oak floors and chandeliers from Santa & Cole. The hotel's collection of contemporary art by Portuguese artists showcases the neighbourhood's noble heritage.
Valverde Hotel is a five-star boutique hotel set in Lisbon’s upmarket Avenida da Liberdade neighbourhood. Valverde is decorated with lovely warm colours, antique furnishings, and thoughtfully curated artworks. A particular highlight is the hotel’s serene patio, a leafy haven ideal for relaxation, complete with a small swimming pool for a refreshing escape. Located on Lisbon’s iconic avenue, Valverde Hotel provides the perfect base for exploring designer boutiques, theatres, and historic landmarks.
Hotel Hotel is a boutique hotel located a stone’s throw away from upscale Avenida da Liberdade in downtown Lisbon. It is housed in a restored 19th-century building with a pretty green tile-adorned facade. The rooms at Hotel Hotel are decorated with a modern minimalist aesthetic, with bespoke artworks by local artists and designers adorning their walls.
Torel Palace Lisbon is a boutique hotel in the heart of Lisbon, with breathtaking views of charming old rooftops, the Tagus River and the São Jorge Castle. Torel Palace consists of two traditional Portuguese 19th-century mansions, surrounded by a garden with a swimming pool.
Locke de Santa Joana is set in a former 17th-century convent — now home to 370 rooms and apartments, social spaces, and a strong cultural and culinary focus. It’s the largest Locke to date and the brand’s first opening in Portugal. The interiors blend preserved architectural features such as original azulejos, vaulted ceilings, and stone staircases — with contemporary design in soft, natural tones.
Verride Palácio Santa Catarina is a five-star hotel in Lisbon that offers a blend of palace-like vintage details with modern comforts. With radiant heated floors throughout, large windows, plenty of natural light, Esop amenities, elegant bathrooms and custom furnishings, with a predominance of Portuguese materials. The rooftop features sweeping 360º views, not to mention the swimming pool which overlooks the charming neighbourhood and the Tagus river.
Dona Graça offers gorgeous boutique serviced apartments in the heart of Graça, an old and charming neighbourhood built on the hilltops of Lisbon. This elegant and intimate 19th-century house offers eight stunning independent apartments with a peaceful atmosphere. The well-kept secret here is the private orange tree garden with a swimming pool, perfect for recharging after a busy day walking up and down the hills of Lisbon. Breakfast is delivered daily to your door.
The Vintage Lisbon is a five-star boutique hotel in central Lisbon, located between Avenida da Liberdade and Príncipe Real. It features fifty-six rooms and suites, each with a vintage bar cart and local treats. Expect mid-century modern design, Portuguese details, a rooftop bar with skyline views, a subterranean spa, and relaxed dining at Blue Bistrot, the hotel’s all-day restaurant with a leafy street-level patio.
Artsy Cascais is a boutique hotel in Lisbon’s seaside town of Cascais. Located on Avenida Dom Carlos I, this hotel offers 19 uniquely decorated rooms featuring bespoke furnishings and original artworks. Artsy is housed in a historic palacete, originally constructed in 1899, is complemented by a contemporary structure adorned with a facade by renowned Portuguese artist Vhils.
A pool in Lisbon is a rare treat, and these boutique hotels with a pool make it even more special. From rooftops overlooking the city’s terracotta rooftops to tranquil courtyards hidden behind historic façades, each stay offers its own take on Lisbon’s laid-back charm. Handpicked for their style, character, and sense of place, these boutique hotels in Lisbon with a pool are perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring — and for experiencing the city at its coolest.
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