5 of the Best Hotels in Portugal with a Restaurant Onsite

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.

Duas Portas is a family-run eight-bedroom boutique guesthouse in Porto. It's a beautifully renovated 19th-century townhouse with a tranquil garden - it's situated directly in front of the mouth of the river Douro, a stone's throw from the beach. The interiors are minimalist – mixing bespoke builds, vintage Portuguese and sleek designer furniture. 

Quinta do Vallado, established in 1716, is a boutique wine hotel in the stunning Douro Valley. It is one of Portugal's oldest and most famous Quinta wine estates. The original 18th-century manor house houses five charming rooms, while the new wing offers an additional eight rooms, some with balconies that overlook the stunning vineyards. The living room and restaurant boast impeccable Scandinavian-style decor. The picturesque garden features a lovely sun terrace with an outdoor pool.

Areias do Seixo is a striking eco-boutique hotel with 14 rooms and six villas, set on a protected patch of coast near Santa Cruz beach, within an hour's drive from Lisbon. The romantic rooms blend Scandinavian-inspired minimalism with Moroccan styles, featuring log fireplaces, geothermal heating/cooling systems, bathtubs, rainfall showers and private patios.

Sublime Comporta is a stunning nature retreat in a 17-hectare estate surrounded by pine, cork trees, dunes, rice fields, and white-sand beaches. Accommodation options are spread across several buildings, including two- to five-bedroom cabana-style villas. Each villa has its own pool, and there are four more in the resort, including a children's pool and heated indoor pool. The architecture is inspired by local cabanas. We loved both our villa's pool and the main outdoor pool.

Casa Mãe is a gorgeous five-star boutique hotel in the coastal town of Lagos, in the western part of the Algarve. With various accommodation options spread across distinct spaces, Casa Mãe perfectly blends traditional Algarvian architecture and minimalist style. The hotel features a big organic orchard, farm-to-table restaurant, triangular pool, spa with a rooftop pool, outdoor cinema, juice bar, and a concept store dedicated to Portuguese design.

Memmo Alfama is considered one of the best hotels in Lisbon, and 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.

Herdade da Matinha is a rural-boutique hotel located in the Alentejo region of Portugal, surrounded by stunning scenery and close to spectacular beaches. The hotel offers a cosy and intimate atmosphere, with colourful decor and paintings by the owner, Alfredo. Here, you will be able to enjoy various activities such as picnics, yoga, massages, surf classes, and horseback riding, all while surrounded by nature. Herdade da Matinha is located on the Rota Vicentina, a wonderful 340km nature hiking route.

Opened in 2015, this eight-suite boutique hotel is surrounded by organic vineyards and wildflowers,  and impeccably designed with Scandinavian style rooms and decor. Casa do Rio is one of the best boutique hotels in Portugal, and the sister hotel of Quinta do Vallado, one of the oldest and most famous estates in the Douro Valley.

It’s located deep in the Douro wine region, more specifically, in Vila Nova de Foz Coa. Casa do Rio is slightly farther than most of the hotels in the Douro region so we recommend that you stay for at least two nights. It’s truly beautiful here.

From the same owners as the nearby Areias do Seixo, Noah is perfect for those looking for some surf action near Lisbon. The hotel offers surf classes, SUP tours, Yoga, complimentary bike hire, and a functional training gym. There’s a skate park and an outdoor pool overlooking the beach.

Santa Barbara Eco-Beach Resort offers modern, eco-villas on the north coast of São Miguel Island. Each carefully decorated villa offers direct access to the beach, a complete kitchenette, living room, balcony, and bathroom. Guests can enjoy the beach bar, swimming pool, and wellness centre, surrounded by breathtaking island views and tropical vibes.

Pensão Agrícola is a stunning six-bedroom boutique hotel in the Algarve, nestled between Tavira and Cacela Velha. Enjoy a delicious breakfast on the shady terrace or light meals by the heated plunge pool. Surrounded by the scents of almond, carob, fig, orange, and olive trees, your senses will be delighted. A gorgeous dinner is also available upon request. Trust us – you’ll be in for a treat.

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.

Três Marias is a serene rural hotel on the Alentejo Coast, offering 15 whitewashed rooms with rustic decor, natural light, and an inviting porch. Owned by Balthasar, a founder member of Rota Vicentina, the hotel is the perfect base to explore Southwest Alentejo's beaches and Vicentina Coast Natural Park. Guests can enjoy a delicious breakfast of regional food, fresh pastries, and an outdoor swimming pool. Dinner is available on request, featuring a regional set menu and wine.

Five-star Six Senses Douro Valley hotel is set in eight hectares of woodland in Portugal's Douro Valley. Its beautifully renovated 19th-century manor house offers guests 41 guest bedrooms, nine suites, seven villas, a spectacular breakfast, an excellent spa with an indoor pool, an outdoor infinity pool, top-notch wine tastings and workshops. The region's Unesco-heritage-listed Douro Valley was perfect for Six Senses' first European venture.

Casa de São Lourenço is a sustainable five-star hotel perched within Serra da Estrela, Portugal's highest mountain range. Emphasizing sustainability, local heritage, and tradition, its 17 rooms and four suites pay tribute to the area's burel wool production. Large windows and spacious terraces provide guests with stunning mountain views. Indulge in panoramic views, locally-inspired cuisine, indoor/outdoor heated pools, a sauna, a Turkish bath, and daily guided walking tours of the mountains.

São Lourenço do Barrocal is a family-owned 19th-century farm estate that has been transformed into a luxury boutique hotel in Portugal's Alentejo region. With 40 accommodation options, including 22 rooms, 2 suites, 13 two-bedroom cottages, and 2 three-bedroom cabins, the hotel also offers  a restaurant, spa, winery, horse riding and more. Nearby, the hilltop medieval village of Monsaraz (4 km) boasts stunning panoramic views of Alqueva Lake, Europe's biggest man-made water reservoir.

Companhia das Culturas is a quirky eco boutique hotel in Castro Marim, the Eastern Algarve. Surrounded by 40 acres of pine, cork, carob and olive trees, plus a biological garden, Companhia das Culturas offers nine uniquely decorated rooms, plus four apartments with kitchenettes, two swimming pools, a gorgeous hammam and plenty of spaces to hang out.

Pedras Salgadas Spa & Nature Park is a thermal design spa hotel in northern Portugal located amid a centuries-old park. Its eco-houses and tree houses have striking, modern geometries that blend seamlessly with the ancient cedars and pines. The mineral-rich Pedras sparkling water supply is famous for its restorative powers. With only 14 eco-houses and two tree houses, this peaceful retreat offers fully equipped kitchens and complimentary bikes.

A Hospedaria is a gorgeous rural hotel near Tavira and Cacela Velha, offering five suites with private patios, 2.7km from Cabanas beach. The breakfast is excellent, and dinner is available upon request. Enjoy the outdoor terrace with a small yet refreshing pool. This property is the sister hotel of the wonderful Pensão Agrícola, just a few meters away.

Experience tranquillity at the design spa mountain hotel, Casa das Penhas Douradas, tucked away in Serra da Estrela's beauty at 1,500m altitude. Enjoy spa treatments, a heated indoor pool, a sauna, stunning hikes, and a movie theatre. Thoughtfully designed rooms inspired by local architecture offer breathtaking views and immersion in nature.

Octant Furnas is a spa hotel in the picturesque valley of Vale das Furnas on São Miguel Island. It features a touch of retro decor, a unique sensorial spa journey and adventure and nature activities. Enjoy round-the-clock thermal pools, two restaurants, and various room types, including Terrace Pool Rooms, with a private deck and swimming pool.

Quinta da Côrte is a boutique hotel in the Douro offering eight carefully designed rooms, including four in the Casa and four in the surrounding buildings, all offering views of the pretty valley. The rooms are adorned with embroidered metis bed linen, designer rugs, and walls hung with paintings, lithographs and pastels, while the bathrooms are entirely lined with delicately-toned Portuguese artisanal earthenware tiles. There's a seasonal outdoor pool and an onsite restaurant.

Praia do Canal Nature Resort is a five-star spa hotel in Costa Vicentina. This eco-conscious retreat offers 56 serene rooms, ocean views, three restaurants, a bar, an infinity pool, a gym, and a spa. Choose from Deluxe Rooms, Junior Suites, or the more luxurious Grand Suite Rooftop with a plunge pool and the Family Suite with a private pool. Explore 220 hectares of nature, wellness treatments, or activities like hiking, surfing, and wildlife watching.

SENSI is an absolute delight of a boutique hotel, comprising a villa and rooms with privileged views of the garden, countryside and/or sea. There’s a restaurant, a bar, an outdoor swimming pool, an indoor pool, a hammam and a beautiful garden. This spa hotel provides the perfect base to discover all the natural wonders of São Miguel.

Spatia Comporta offers rooms and villas set in pristine woodland, blending naturally into their surroundings. All rooms have a large floor area of over 40 square metres, using glass and wood to create a smooth flow between indoor and outdoor spaces. There’s a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a bar and a shared lounge area.

Quinta de São Bernardo is a boutique farmhouse hotel in the Douro with a rich history dating back to 1912 when it served as a family farmhouse. There are seven rooms, two villas with a small private pool, a farm-to-table restaurant with an organic garden, an infinity pool overlooking the Douro River, and a winery. All the rooms feature luxury amenities; some have private terraces, river views, and vintage clawfoot bathtubs.

The charming Casa Céu is a four-bedroom guesthouse located in Olhão, a quirky fishing town near Faro. This beautifully decorated house features high ceilings, white walls, and plenty of natural light. The stunning rooftop terrace, where breakfast is served, boasts incredible sunset views and wooden board games for guests to enjoy. Other highlights include the goat paintings by local artist Meinke Flesseman and the guesthouse's central location in the heart of Olhão. Plus, Faro's airport is just a 15-minute drive away.

Quinta Nova Winery House, the first wine estate in the Douro to open wine tourism facilities, is set in a gorgeous traditional manor house. The estate offers 11 elegantly appointed rooms with picturesque vineyards and Douro River views. There's a swimming pool, a restaurant and a wine bar where you can savour the estate's exquisite wines. 

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.

Terra Rosa Country House & Vineyards is a peaceful agritourism in Ponte Lima surrounded by beautiful vineyards. It was borne out of several father-daughter conversations, who dreamed of transforming the family estate dating back to 1758 into a one-of-a-kind experience. There are seven beautifully designed rooms, a garden with a heated outdoor swimming pool, a restaurant and a curated shop.

Quinta da Comporta is a luxury five-star wellness boutique resort located in the idyllic nature of Comporta, Portugal. Choose from different types of accommodation, including three-bedroom Pool Villas, Townhouses, Rooms & Suites. Highlights include a 40-meter-long infinity pool, an organic restaurant (Mar D'Arrozal), a spa with an indoor/outdoor heated pool, hammam, sauna, interior gym, and a well-equipped gym. Carvalhal Beach is a five-minute drive from Quinta da Comporta.

Set in an idyllic green landscape among the fertile agricultural lands of Portugal's Minho region, Monverde - Wine Experience Hotel offers an eco-friendly retreat surrounded by vineyards. It has a spa, vinotherapy treatments, indoor/outdoor pools, modern rooms, and suites with private pools and fireplaces.

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.

Vila Foz Hotel & Spa is a luxurious 19th-century manor house facing the Atlantic in Porto's seaside neighbourhood of Foz do Douro. The five-star hotel has 68 rooms and suites, two Portuguese restaurants by Chef Arnaldo Azevedo, and an excellent spa with an indoor pool, steam room, sauna, and gym. Many rooms offer sea views, and the breakfast features Moët & Chandon and oysters.

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.

Ventozelo Hotel & Quinta is a restored 18th-century Douro farm turned into a gorgeous boutique wine hotel with 29 rooms. The houses have been restored to maintain their original structure, with a mix of traditional and modern architecture. The seasonal infinity pool boasts stunning views. The hotel's restaurant offers sustainable, local ingredients, and guests can enjoy walking circuits, wine tastings, and nature observation.

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.

Dá Licença is a boutique hotel in Estremoz amidst Alentejo's hills. It offers five opulent suites blending art and nature. Discover an art gallery, unwind by the round pool, and enjoy 360º views of the Serra d'Ossa forest and medieval castles. A sanctuary of marble, cork, and local craftsmanship awaits you.

Herdade do Ananás is a small hotel set on a pineapple plantation on São Miguel island. Enjoy elegant rooms, vintage furniture, breakfast with local produce, a fire circle, a spa in a pineapple greenhouse, complimentary bicycles, a farm-to-table restaurant and an organic vegetable garden. The hotel highly values sustainability, with eco-friendly practices like autonomous irrigation, rainwater collection, and reused furniture.

Tipografia do Conto is a stunningly designed boutique hotel located in the emerging neighbourhood of Cedofeita in central Porto. The hotel's impressive design combines modernist architecture and vintage designer furniture with remarkable engraved texts in low relief on the concrete ceilings. There are 10 small but perfectly designed rooms and generous communal areas, including a library, living room, restaurant, and a garden with a 15-meter saltwater pool.

Vidago Palace is a five-star spa hotel in the north of Portugal. A majestic palace surrounded by the natural beauty of green parklands.

Designed last century, during the reign of King Carlos I, the Vidago Palace Hotel opened for the first time in 1910. The hotel closed in 2006 and reopened in 2010, a hundred years after its original inauguration, with a mission to offer guests an authentic journey back in time.

At Vidago Palace you will experience the charm and romanticism of the Belle Époque. There are 70 Rooms & Suites, a 18-hole golf course and a modern Thermal Spa, where the mineral water of Vidago, known for its curative properties, is used in treatments.

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.

Conversas de Alpendre is a charming 12 room family-run boutique farmhouse nestled within the picturesque Ria Formosa Natural Park in the Eastern Algarve. The farmhouse is surrounded by a lush orchard and offers a heated saltwater swimming pool, which is open year-round.

Torel 1884 Suites & Apartments is a luxury boutique hotel in the historic centre of Porto that caters to those who seek more than just a room key. With elegant rooms and suites in a former palace on Rua de Mouzinho de Silveira and exclusive apartments on Rua das Flores, the hotel offers a unique and historic accommodation experience. The 12 rooms and suites are themed after continents, while the 11 apartments are named after exotic materials brought back by explorers.

Aethos Ericeira is a 50-room boutique hotel nestled on the scenic surf coast of Portugal, less than an hour's drive north of Lisbon. Its design is inspired by the stunning hues and textures of the local beaches, dunes, and cliffs. Surrounded by nature, gazing over the Atlantic from a cliff, the hotel is a mere two-minute walk to the beach. There's a spa, a heated swimming pool, a gym and yoga classes - while the restaurant offers a locally sourced healthy menu.

With surfing at its heart, Immerso is a chilled five-star boutique hotel in Ericeira, one of Portugal’s coolest surf towns. There are 37 rooms, an outdoor pool, a restaurant, a relaxing spa, a gym, yoga and lots of surf! Immerse yourself in nature's beauty as the hotel is surrounded by breathtaking ocean views, the scent of pine and citrus trees, and the refreshing sea breeze. It's located in Ericeira, Europe's only World Surfing Reserve. And here is the best part, Immerso is less than an hour’s drive from Lisbon.

Escape to the Alentejo countryside and discover A Casa do Governador, a charming farmhouse estate nestled in a tranquil ecological reserve in Évora. With 28 hectares of land, including five acres of vineyards, this centennial house offers rooms spread across three unique villas, each with a distinct history and contemporary rustic decor. Indulge in candle-lit local cuisine prepared by the in-house chef, take a carriage ride, stroll through the vineyards, taste delicious wines, or just chill by the pool.