14 of the Best Hotels in Lisbon's City Centre

LAST UPDATED:
November 22, 2023
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Our handpicked selection of the Best Hotels in Lisbon's City Centre includes hotels we have visited and love, plus those on our radar.

Portugal’s capital, Lisbon, offers enchanting cobblestone streets, a bustling café scene, a lively nightlife, and stunning hotels.

If you'd like to dig deeper into what each of the neighbourhoods in Lisbon's City Centre has to offer, skip ahead to our quick rundown.

Memmo Príncipe Real
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Memmo Príncipe Real

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.

Memmo Príncipe Real is a five-star contemporary boutique hotel with an old-world soul, in the fashionable district of Príncipe Real in Lisbon.

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Memmo Alfama
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Memmo Alfama

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 Alfama is a boutique hotel in Lisbon with a lovely rooftop pool bar in the picturesque and soulful Alfama.

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The Ivens
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The Ivens

The Ivens Hotel is a five-star hotel set in an iconic 19th-century building in Chiado with 87 rooms, a buzzing bar and fun jungle vibes. Inspired by the expeditions of 19th-century explorers Roberto Ivens and Hermenegildo Capelo, the hotel's decoration pays homage to Portugal's Golden Age of Discovery, with rooms decorated in the colours and materials of the period. With views of the city or river, the rooms are all lit by Lisbon's beautiful light.

The Ivens is a five-star hotel set in an iconic 19th-century building in Lisbon with 87 rooms, a buzzing bar and fun jungle vibes.

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Palácio Ludovice
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Palácio Ludovice

Palácio Ludovice Wine Hotel is a luxurious five-star boutique hotel in Lisbon, offering 61 individually designed rooms and suites, gastronomic experiences, wine tastings, and grapevine wellness treatments. The hotel, a former private residence of an 18th-century architect, has been transformed by Miguel Câncio Martins, blending original XVIII-century elements with a contemporary touch, and includes grand décor with hand-painted tiles and carved wood.

Palácio Ludovice is a five-star boutique hotel in the centre of Lisbon, set in the former residence of Mr. Ludovice, architect to King João V.

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Hotel das Amoreiras
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Hotel das Amoreiras

Discover a peaceful oasis in the heart of Lisbon at Hotel das Amoreiras, a "small grand hotel" with views of the verdant Amoreiras garden. There are 17 beautifully decorated rooms featuring personally selected works of art and fine materials such as Portuguese marble, velvet, and wood. The hotel's breakfast is sourced from small, family-owned local producers.

Tucked away in a peaceful square, Hotel das Amoreiras is a boutique hotel that exudes the warmth of a countryside home with an international twist.

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Casa das Janelas com Vista
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Casa das Janelas com Vista

A Casa das Janelas com Vista is a cosy B&B tucked away on a peaceful street in Bairro Alto. The house is artistically decorated, where modern and designer furniture meets retro decor. Some of the rooms at 'The House of the Windows with a View' offer gorgeous views over a grid of steep cobblestoned streets, red-roofed townhouses, and the Tagus River in the distance. With only 12 rooms, six can be combined to make family suites.

Casa das Janelas com Vista is a beautiful B&B with superb views, located on a peaceful street in the hip Bairro Alto at the center of Lisbon.

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The Lumiares Hotel & Spa
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The Lumiares Hotel & Spa

The Lumiares is a five-star boutique hotel and spa in Bairro Alto, designed in collaboration with local artists and designers to offer a "local" design approach. The hotel features six self-contained studios, spacious suites, charming mezzanines, stylish two-bedroom suites, a Glória Suite, and corner penthouses. All rooms have fully fitted kitchens, and the spa offers high-quality treatments, a sauna, and a steam room.

The Lumiares Hotel & Spa is a stylish boutique hotel and spa located in the buzzing Bairro Alto neighbourhood, in the heart of Lisbon.

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Dona Graça
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Dona Graça

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.

Dona Graça offers gorgeous boutique apartments in the heart of Graça, an old and charming neighbourhood built on the hilltops of Lisbon.

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The Lisboans Apartments
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The Lisboans Apartments

These serviced stylish apartments are set in a stunning townhouse right in the heart of Downtown Lisbon's Baixa neighbourhood, a stone's throw away from the best historical sightings. All the accommodation types showcase their exclusive interior design, with a choice of one to two bedrooms, and every living room comes furnished with a sofa bed. Daily cleaning, laundry services and breakfast are included, which is a lovely touch.

The Lisboans Apartments, located in downtown Lisbon's Baixa neighbourhood, are set in a beautifully restored 19th-century factory.

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Pátio do Tijolo
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Pátio do Tijolo

Pátio do Tijolo is a 24-room boutique hotel that offers a hidden retreat in the centre of Lisbon. The hotel's design centres around its communal spaces, such as the garden patio, the kitchen and the 'Loureiro' lounge area. The interior spaces reveal a minimalist design with a neutral colour scheme punctuated by wood accents and soft textiles. The rooms, available in standard, superior, and family suite options, feature king-size beds or separate beds, with some boasting large windows and balconies that open up to the Lisbon skyline.

Pátio do Tijolo is a hidden boutique hotel in the heart of Lisbon, with a tranquil patio and rooms with beautiful views.

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Bairro Alto Hotel
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Bairro Alto Hotel

Bairro Alto Hotel is a luxurious five-star boutique hotel in the heart of Lisbon, surrounded by the bohemian Bairro Alto and Chiado neighbourhoods. The hotel offers comfortable rooms and suites, carefully designed with modern touches and traditional Portuguese features. The hotel's location is perfect for exploring Lisbon's historic centre, and there are several dining options available on-site, including BAHR & Terrace - a rooftop bar with some of the best views of the city.

Bairro Alto Hotel is a five-star hotel set in an 18th-century building in the heart of the iconic Chiado neighbourhood and the lively Bairro Alto.

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Hotel Hotel
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Hotel Hotel

​​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.

Hotel Hotel is a boutique hotel with a pretty outdoor terrace and swimming pool, located in upscale Avenida da Liberdade in the heart of Lisbon.

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Sublime Lisboa
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Sublime Lisboa

Sublime Comporta has opened a sister hotel Lisbon, in the residential neighbourhood of Amoreiras. Sublime Lisboa is a boutique hotel with 15 rooms and suites set in an elegant Portuguese 20th-century townhouse. Each room features unique decor and handpicked objects, ranging in size from 30 to 56 square metres. The hotel offers a high-end concierge service to help guests design a personalised itinerary and make the most of their stay in Lisbon.

Sublime Lisboa is a 15-room designer boutique hotel set in an elegant old Portuguese townhouse, nestled in the residential area of Amoreiras.

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So there you have it: those are what we consider to be the Best Hotels in Lisbon's City Centre at the moment.

If you're interested in exploring more hotel options beyond Lisbon's City Centre, you might also want to check out The Best Hotels in Lisbon and The Best Boutique Hotels and Guesthouses in Lisbon by Neighbourhood. This article offers a selection of our favourite hotels throughout Lisbon, extending to the coastal town of Cascais, the rolling hills of Sintra, and surf hotspots like Ericeira and Santa Cruz.

If you are interested in visiting other parts of Portugal, you might also be interested in checking out our handpicked list of the Best Hotels in Portugal.

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