Below is a mix of the Best Boutique Hotels and Guesthouses in Lisbon we have visited and love, plus those on our radar - divided by the following neighbourhoods:
Memmo Príncipe Real is a sleek boutique hotel with an old soul, located in the fashionable district of Príncipe Real in Lisbon. There are 41 exquisitely elegant and comfortable bedrooms with four Exclusive Rooms featuring an outdoor fireplace on the terrace.
A five-bedroom boutique guesthouse in Lisbon with minimalist Scandi-style decor. Located in Misericordia (near Príncipe Real), a great choice for travellers interested in a more authentic local experience.
The Ivens is one of the newest and best five-star hotels in Lisbon. The jungle vibes are inspired by explorers Roberto Ivens and Hermenegildo Capelo, who gave their names to the two streets where the hotel's iconic 19th-century building stands. Between 1884 and 1885 they went on an expedition across Africa, cataloguing various plants, rocks, fossils and animal species that were then unknown. The decoration of the 87 rooms is a reflection of this period. There are three cinematic dining areas designed by Lázaro Rosa-Violán.
Serviced stylish apartments set in a stunning townhouse, right in the heart of historical Lisbon. All the accommodation types showcase their own 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.
Standing amidst the Chiado, Bairro Alto and Príncipe Real neighbourhoods, Palácio Ludovice is a new five-star boutique hotel in Lisbon. It’s named after João Federico Ludovice, a former resident who was an architect to King João V in the 18th century. The rooms, halls and 61 rooms and suites have been brought to life, under the eye of it’s founder, architect Miguel Câncio Martins. The hotel offers views of São Pedro de Alcântara and the emblematic Glória Tram.
Baixa House offers several stylish serviced apartments in an 18th-century building, all uniquely decorated. Centrally located in the heart of Baixa, in Lisbon downtown.
Bairro Alto Hotel is a five-star hotel set in an 18th-century building in the heart of the iconic Chiado neighbourhood and near the lively Bairro Alto in Lisbon.
A boutique hotel located in Lisbon’s downtown, set in the Luís de Camões Square and just a few minutes’ walk from the Chiado shopping area. Each of the Le Consulat’s rooms and suites has been decorated in collaboration with Lisbon’s most established art galleries. The stylish Consulaire/Ambassadeur suites offer a fully equipped kitchenette and a dining area.
Verride Palácio Santa Catarina 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.
Children are central to the property’s philosophy, and there is a kids club open day and night, suitable for youngsters aged six months up to early teens. Located in Chiado, in the heart of Lisbon, with 37 types of boutique accommodation ranging from studios to two-bedroom apartments.
Casa das Janelas is a beautiful boutique B&B with superb views in a peaceful street in the hip Bairro Alto district. Its name translates to ‘The House of the Windows with a View’ – some of the rooms do indeed offer gorgeous views over a grid of steep cobblestoned streets, red-roofed townhouses, and the Tagus River in the distance. The house is artistically decorated, offering the perfect mix between contemporary and classic where modern and designer furniture meets retro decor.
The Lumiares is a stylish boutique hotel & spa in the heart of the fashionable Bairro Alto area of Lisbon. Beautifully designed apartment style rooms make the perfect home away from home; choose from five styles of accommodation ranging from Studio to Penthouse.
Thirteen unique, stylish lofts decorated with the owner’s private art collection. A project born from the acquisition of an old Portuguese Press Printing facility in buzzing Bairro Alto. À la carte and vegan breakfast offered.
Memmo Alfama is considered to be one of the best boutique hotels in Lisbon and it was the first of its kind to open in the city’s oldest neighbourhood, Alfama. The 42 bright and breezy rooms are inspired by a contemporary Scandinavian style, with Portuguese touches. Memmo Alfama remains 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.
A five-star charming boutique hotel set in a historic building with gorgeous views of old Alfama, in the historic centre of Lisbon.
Without a shadow of a doubt one of the most beautiful boutique hotels in Lisbon, Santa Clara 1728 is set in a refurbished 18th-century building offering six spacious rooms in charming Alfama, in Lisbon.
Gorgeous boutique serviced apartments located in the heart of Graça. The interiors are thoughtfully decorated in natural tones, and the swimming pool will be very welcome after a warm day walking through the hills. There are eight accommodation types, ranging from studios to two-bedroom apartments. Breakfast is delivered to your door each morning.
Five-star boutique hotel set in Lisbon’s upmarket Avenida da Liberdade district, decorated in lovely warm colours. There is an inviting patio and a small swimming pool.
Self-described as a mix between a boutique hotel and a guest house, toc toc toc Lisboa is a peaceful haven in the heart of Lisbon.
Hotel 1908 is a boutique hotel in Intendente, housed in a renovated century-old award-winning building by architect Adães Bermudes. Set in the corner of the Almirante Reis Avenue and Intendente Square, the hotel includes an ever-evolving art gallery, a restaurant and a bar.
A stunning 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.
Villa Cascais is a boutique hotel set in a renovated 19th-century aristocratic residence, boasting views of Cascais Bay and the beach.
This unique boutique guesthouse is located in the heart of the charming village of Sintra. The quirky decor resembles that of a fairy tale, combining the old and the traditional with the modern. There’s a small swimming pool, which is perfect for cooling down after a day of exploring the local mystical castles and gardens.
So there you go, those are what we consider to be some of the Best Boutique Hotels and Guesthouses in Lisbon right now. We hope you like them as much as we do.
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