The coolest hotels in Lisbon for 2025

If you like staying in hotels with personality, The Vintage is for you. Every detail feels curated, with plenty of nods to Portuguese culture throughout. Look above the lobby bar and you’ll find a painting of a fado singer by local artist Margarida Fleming, or make your own drink from one of their peaceful bedrooms which come equipped with complimentary gin and tonic kits created by Portuguese cocktail expert Nino Lopes. Unsurprisingly, retro reigns supreme at The Vintage: think deep colours, dark wood cabinets and mid-century furniture. Their 56 rooms and three suites are painted in rich colours, are calm and spacious and come with a stocked mini bar of local craft beers.

But it’s not just the stylish decor that keeps visitors coming back to this five-star stay. With a rooftop, 70-seater bistro and sprawling underground spa complete with a gym, sauna, steam room, pool and massage therapists, The Vintage makes it just as enticing to relax around the hotel as it is to explore Lisbon. In their restaurant, go for Portuguese delicacies cod fritters and hake fillets overseen by chef João Silva.

Situated next to Lisbon’s botanical garden, The Vintage is an ideal location. It’s close to the hustle and bustle of Avenida de Liberdade and Rua da Escola Politécnica but the hotel itself is on a calm street in the posh Príncipe Real neighbourhood just metres away from the capital’s best restaurants, bars, and clothes shops. Outside the hotel you can browse Embaixada, a concept store inside a 19th-century palace, or cop a pastel de napa from Manteigaria, a highly rated bakery selling Portuguese goodies.

Time Out tip: For the best view in the house stay in the ‘Castle Suite’ and you can gaze out your window at the São Jorge Castle and the old town of Alfama

Address: R. Rodrigo da Fonseca, 2, 1250-191 Lisboa

Price: Low season from €200, high season from €240

Closest transport: Avenida and Rato metro stations; 30 minutes by taxi from the airport

Perfectly positioned in Lisbon’s vibrant Bairro Alto neighbourhood, The Lumiares offers a calm escape amidst the city's lively, cobblestone lanes. Its prime location places you directly opposite the popular Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara viewpoint and the iconic Glória funicular struggling up the steep incline next to it. Inside, the energetic city atmosphere transitions into a tranquil, monochrome elegance, where an 18th-century palace's grandeur has been tastefully updated with contemporary Portuguese art and design. This five-star hotel is a tribute to the city’s radiant palette, but still manages to feel homey thanks to its apartment-style bedrooms.

All of its 47 suites are self-contained studios curated with patterned carpets and minimalist decor created by Portuguese artists. Each room contains a well-stocked kitchenette, complete with a SMEG fridge filled with complimentary first-round drinks, making it the ideal spot for longer stays. Despite being bang in the middle of the city’s bustling bar-lined streets, the rooms are fully soundproofed allowing you to rest easy before sightseeing. If you need to relax further after climbing Lisbon’s many steep hills, the hotel’s underground spa comes with treatment rooms, a sauna and steam-room. You need to pre-book but then you’ve got the facilities to yourself. 

The crowning glory of The Lumiares is its fifth-floor Lumi Rooftop. Widely regarded as one of the capital’s finest, it presents expansive, pastel-hued vistas over terracotta rooftops, the São Jorge Castle, and the Tagus estuary – the perfect backdrop to sip one of their signature refreshing cocktails and sample local dishes. You can order ceviche with perfectly ripe avocado, codfish ‘à Brás’ and start your day with both a stunning view and a continental breakfast buffet. 

Time Out tip: Directly opposite the hotel is the lively Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara. Grab a beer and catch some live music while admiring the view. 

Address: 142 Rua do Diário de Notícias 1200-146 Lisboa

Price per night: Low season from €220, high season from €280

Closest transport: Restauradores Metro Station or Lisboa–Rossio Train Station under 10 minutes by taxi; 30 minutes by taxi from the airport.

Set in Lisbon’s oldest district of Alfama, this boutique stay is perfect for those seeking an intimate and authentic experience in the city. Forgoing flashy lobbies for local character, the 25-room AlmaLusa Alfama is housed in a 12th century building constructed during the Roman era, complete with typically Portuguese Pombaline architecture (a four storey building with ground floor arcades and balconies) overlooking the waterfront.

Breakfast is served in the Delfina Café outside, featuring a wide selection of local cheeses, pastries, and made-to-order egg dishes. For lunch and dinner, the café has a menu of Portuguese favourites, including a variety of petiscos (tapas). For a more elevated dining experience, the sister hotel's Delfina Cantina Portuguesa restaurant is just a short walk away where you can try roast octopus on toast and grilled tuna steak.

The AlmaLusa’s elegant single and deluxe suites are understated but welcoming. Some feature views over the Tagus River. Incredibly comfortable Queen-sized beds are dressed in fine Portuguese cotton, and the compact bathrooms are stocked with luxury Benamôr toiletries. Thoughtful touches, such as a local guide and daily complimentary water, enhance the stay.

But you might not want to stay in your room for long with so much history and culture at your fingertips. Ditch the map and wander Alfama’s cobbled streets, popping into ceramic shops as you go. Start at the Church of Santo António de Lisboa, just a street away, then cross over to the Miradouro de Santa Luzia for stunning views, azulejo tiles, and bougainvillea-draped pergolas. If the steep walk to São Jorge Castle isn’t for you, hop on the iconic 28 tram for a scenic ride through central Lisbon. Head the other way to reach the sunny Praça de Comércio and the city’s main shopping street. Craving the beach? Cais do Sodré station, just ten minutes away, links you to city beaches and charming towns like Cascais.

Time Out tip: If crowds aren’t your thing, the 12 tram offers a similar route to the must-see São Jorge Castle but with far less people 

Address: Rua dos Bacalhoeiros, nº 16, Lisboa, 1100-070

Price per night: Starting from €125 per night

Closest transport: Terreiro do Paço station is a few minutes’ walk from AlmaLusa Alfama

This ultra-central Lisbon hotel provides an alternative, trendy and surprisingly peaceful stay despite being in the heart of it all. Located in Avenida da Liberdade, which is often compared to the Champs-Elysées in Paris, the central tree-lined road is the ideal base for Lisbon sightseeing. Rooms are compact but quiet, due to its tucked-away location, and feature calm colours – soft greys and minimal decor – to enhance the tranquil vibes. They’re cosy but functional, and with so much on offer downstairs in the hotel, you won’t be spending much time in your room anyway.

Hotel Hotel is anything but ordinary. Once you step inside its terrazzo-floored lobby you’re met by cheerful staff in colourful sweatshirts, offering you a welcome glass of port – if it’s after lunch. There’s a yoga studio and a tattoo parlour, and walk out back and you’ll find the jewel of the crown: a subtropical garden in a former workshop/warehouse, now overflowing with tropical plants. What began as a lockdown project has become the hotel’s standout feature, complete with a hidden, vine-covered courtyard and an unheated pool perfect for morning laps.

The leafy courtyard also houses the hotel’s bar and restaurant, Animal. Breakfast includes a continental buffet with local meats, cheeses, and plenty of cake, plus creative hot options like soft-boiled egg with shrimp and dill on a toasted bap. Seafood stars at lunch and dinner; highlights include zingy ceviche, tuna tartare, and a mussel-studded risotto topped with giant langoustines. Hotel guests get a free bottle of wine for dining in, but Animal also attracts a stylish local crowd.

There’s plenty to do surrounding the hotel also. Take the famous Elevador da Glória for a tram ride up a steep hill that leads to stunning views and the hip Príncipe Real neighbourhood or stroll around the shady botanic garden to escape the midday sun.

Time Out tip: Yoga classes in the basement studio run at 8am or 9.30am, depending on the day. If that’s too early for you, have a lie-in and request a private one-on-one class instead. 

Address: Travessa da Glória nº22 Lisboa 1250-118

Price: €161 per room for two adults per night

Closest transport: Restauradores metro is a less than a 5 minute walk away

The Portuguese outpost of the quirky boutique hotel chain is located in Príncipe Real, the cool district known for its queer bars, art galleries and restaurants. It’s a fitting spot for the fun and free-spirited Mama Shelter, a hotel where anything goes. The rooftop bar is the ultimate sunset spot, with an unmatched view over Lisbon’s Tagus river and picturesque terracotta roofs. The restaurant downstairs is often busy, so book in advance, and they serve up pizzas and classic local dishes, with an emphasis on fish and seafood, often paired with live music and DJ sets.

Small double rooms include a Queen-sized bed, cotton satin sheets and a TV with free films. Some come with a balcony to admire the view from. Throughout the rest of the hotel it's just as playful as its sister venues. You can buy sex toys from the lobby and there’s superhero masks attached to the lampshades. But there’s just enough Portuguese touches to make it feel like you’re in Lisbon, including a Remodelado tram mural in the lift and green tiled exterior and locally made decor scattered around the building.

It’s a good spot to explore what Lisbon has to offer. Step outside Mama Shelter and you can amble around the trendy Príncipe Real neighbourhood. Make sure to check out the pop-up market along one edge of the Príncipe Real Garden selling bric-a-brac, including tiny vintage perfume bottles. Or head in the other direction and stroll down the lively Avenida da Liberdade, a boulevard for luxury shopping. 

Time Out tip: You’re nearby Jardim Botânico, which is well worth checking out for tropical plants, weird sculptures and a well-deserved break from all the fun you’ve been having. 

Address: R. do Vale de Pereiro 19, 1250-270 Lisboa, Portugal

Price: Low season from € 126 per room per night High season from € 155

Closest transport: Rato Metro Station is a 2-minute walk away

This cool, apartment-style hotel in the middle of Lisbon is the perfect choice for those who want a casual stay and to feel like they’re living in the city. There’s plenty of history and good vibes to soak up too. Locke De Santa Joana has a restaurant located in a 17th-century convent decked out with original mosaics and there’s also an onsite archaeological museum.

Its restaurant, Santa Joana, is led by Nuno Mendes, a former executive chef at London’s Chiltern Firehouse. Here you can find slow-cooked skate with fennel and fresh shellfish. Ingredients are sourced from a network of local farmers across Portugal. The hotel’s two bars are also something to write home about. On a warm night you can sip wine and oysters on its terrace, or head to its secret audiophile boozer, Kissaten, for a nightcap set to the backing track of records from the 1970s. Its 370 rooms are compact but functional and come with a lounge space, small kitchen, washing machines and mid-century furnishings. Elsewhere in the hotel there’s a gym, outdoor swimming pool,  coworking space and meeting rooms, allowing guests to work in a home away from home.

And if that isn’t enough to keep you entertained, there’s oodles of things to do on this hotel’s doorstep. Just a 10 minute walk away lies the Teatro Tivoli, a theatre showing everything from traditional fado music to dance. In the other direction is the Centro de Arte Moderna Gulbenkian, perfect for modern art lovers with a Japanese inspired wooden canopy.

Time Out tip: The onsite archeological museum is in the seventeenth-century convent part of the building. 

Address: Rua Camilo Castelo Branco 18 Lisbon 1150-084

Price: Starting from €165 per night

Closest transport: Marquês de Pombal Subway Station is a two-minute walk away

The memmo Príncipe Real is a sleek and contemporary boutique hotel set high on a hill in one of Lisbon’s most fashionable neighbourhoods. The third addition to memmo’s portfolio in Portugal, it fills a gap in an area where stylish accommodation is scarce. Designed from the ground up, the hotel combines modern architecture with subtle nods to history, such as the imposing portrait of King Pedro IV that greets guests in the entrance hall. From the terrace bar and room balconies, the views stretch across Lisbon’s orange-tiled rooftops, making it as much a place to linger as to sleep.

Inside, the 41 rooms are bright and pared-back, with clean lines softened by homely touches such as faux-fur throws and welcome trays for mixing your own port tonic cocktail. Guests receive a daily tip on what to see and do in the area, while the ground-floor terrace offers both a lap pool and lounge space for cocktails with a view. The in-house Café Príncipe Real reflects Portugal’s global influences, blending flavours inspired by former colonies in Brazil and Africa. Other amenities include room service, a concierge, free Wi-Fi, a bar, and laundry service. 

The location is one of memmo Príncipe Real’s greatest strengths. Just off Rua Dom Pedro V, it’s close to the neighbourhood’s boutiques, design stores, and buzzing cafés. Within minutes, you can wander to Miradouro São Pedro de Alcântara for panoramic city views, or relax in the leafy Jardim do Príncipe Real with its weekend craft market. Dining options abound, from A Cevicheria, one of Lisbon’s hottest tables, to indulgent treats at Bettina & Niccolò Corallo. With Embaixada’s elegant shopping arcade nearby too, this hotel is an ideal base for style-savvy travellers and couples seeking both comfort and character in Lisbon’s trendiest quarter.

Time Out tip: Join one of the hotel’s free daily walking tours to get the lowdown on the local area.

Address: Rua D. Pedro V 56 J, 1250-094 Lisbon

Price: Rooms usually range from €280-€450 per night depending on season and category

Closest transport: Rato Metro Station is a 10-minute walk, and Lisbon Airport is 20-30 minutes by taxi

This classy hotel with only 12 exclusive rooms offers a tranquil place to stay for an intimate, upmarket romantic getaway. This exterior of the hotel itself is worth adding to your sight seeing tour of the city. It occupies the former Viscount of Valmor Mansion, which was built in 1906, and used to be the home of a business men’s club.

The standout feature is a year-round outdoor pool in the heart of lush green gardens surrounded by towering trees and pink sun loungers. Each suite is inspired by traditional Portuguese Country House design with neo-classic architecture, antiques and eclectic style paired with contemporary furniture which gives a modern contrast. 

Located on one of the main avenues in Lisbon, Avenida da República, is a great spot to explore the city from. Calouste Gulbenkian Museum & Gardens lies a short walk away and is home to the capital’s most acclaimed private art collections. It is temporarily closed but will reopen in July 2026. 

Time Out tip: With only 12 rooms, this is obviously one to book early – but it’s also one that’s well worth splashing out on a balcony suite for. 

Address: Avenida da República 38,1050-053 Lisboa

Price: Prices for 2 adults per room start at € 194 a night

Closest transport: 5 minute walk to Campo Pequeno underground station 

The Altis Belém Hotel & Spa is one of Lisbon’s most striking modern hotels, combining bold contemporary architecture with a five-star experience in a pretty great location. Sitting on the banks of the Tagus River in Belém, it’s steps from Lisbon’s most famous monuments, including the Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery, as well as the rather iconic Pastéis de Belém pastry shop. With little competition in the immediate area, Altis Belém has ended up being a bit of a destination in its own right, which is partly due to how well-regarded its restaurant is. 

Inside, the design is sleek and minimalist, with black-and-white interiors and themed rooms inspired by Portugal’s former colonies. Most suites come with a private balcony, while the presidential suite adds a jacuzzi overlooking the river. For relaxation, the B Spa by Karin Herzog provides a full menu of indulgences, including an indoor pool, hammam, Turkish baths, and hydrotherapy treatments. The hotel’s futuristic aesthetic is matched by a thoughtful use of space, with wide, open interiors that let the riverside setting take centre stage.

Dining is a highlight here, with multiple restaurants catering to different moods. Feitoria, the hotel’s Michelin-starred fine-dining restaurant, is a must-visit for any food lover and has held its star for years. For something lighter, Cafetaria Mensagem serves salads and sandwiches on a terrace with river views, and Oyster and Sushi Bar serves up, well, exactly what it says on the tin. Whether you’re staying the night or just having dinner, Altis Belém is a great spot, and a gateway to one of Lisbon’s most historic (and, dare we say it, underrated) neighbourhoods.

Time Out tip: It’s newer restaurant, 38º41′ Gastrobar, is well worth checking out too for cocktails, snacks and a prime people-watching view. 

Address: Doca do Bom Sucesso, 1400-038 Lisbon

Price: Starting from around €250 per night

Closest transport: Belém train station is a 10-minute walk, Lisbon Airport 20 minutes by taxi

All 19 rooms at the award-winning Santiago de Alfama differ in size, and even the most affordable ones include a range of amenities that you wouldn’t normally find in a boutique hotel: lots of space, a large bed, a full bathroom, and in some rooms, an old-style tub. The boutique hotel sits in the nostalgic district of Alfama, providing a unique location filled with character and ancient architecture. At the on-site Audrey’s café (named after the glamorous Ms Hepburn) breakfast is served à la carte with a very nice selection. By night it transforms into Manny’s bar, serving signature cocktails and snacks ‘til late. 

This hotel owes its charm to architect Luís Rebelo de Andrade, who made a point of maintaining the layout of the 15th century building and restoring the Roman vestiges found during remodelling, fearlessly joining past and present under the same roof. From this quiet side street in Alfama (it seems impossible, but there are still a few quiet streets there), right next to the Santa Luzia viewpoint, one of the few that haven’t yet been invaded by the tourism tsunami, you have an unobstructed view of the Tagus – especially if you pick the Santiago suite, which has a rather amazing panoramic view over the city and the river.

There’s no swimming pool or garden here, but the lack of open spaces is well justified by the anatomy of the terrain. But because the hotel is gifted with a naturally spacious building, allowing some logistical extravagances, the food and drinks offering is abundant, with three different spaces with distinct vibes and purposes: Café Audrey, Fábrica de Santiago and Manny’s Bar. 

Time Out tip: Check out Copenhagen Coffee Lab Alfama nearby, one of our favourite cafés in Lisbon – and make sure to order the cinnamon roll. 

Address: Rua de Santiago 10-14, 1100-494 Lisbon

Price: Starting from around €200 per night

Closest transport: Terreiro do Paço Metro, 10 minutes’ walk

Remember Memmo from earlier? Well here’s another, this time in Alfama, Lisbon’s most traditional neighbourhood. Until a few years ago, visitors would have to settle for local lodgings and budget hostels here, but that all changed when the Memmo Group opened up the area’s first boutique hotel. Their Alfama outpost is an informal home-away-from-home for tourists who don’t want to traipse back to Barrio Alto or Príncipe Real after a day of tackling the city’s steep hills. There are 42 rooms of varying sizes, some with a balcony, plus a few quieter ones overlooking the inner courtyard.

The interiors are incredibly homely for a hotel, with bookshelves and big wooden dining tables throughout. There’s also a fantastic rooftop pool with a seating area looking over the city into the sea, and 24-hour reception so you can come and go when you please. This isn’t a luxury hotel, neither is it meant to be one. There’s a general informal vibe that wouldn’t fit with the five-star model – staff are chilled out and likely wearing trainers. 

Some traces remain of the 19th century building’s original style, such as the inner courtyard, the stone and brick walls and the high ceilings, but a major renovation took place under Scandinavian designers. The hotel’s calling card is its rooftop over Alfama and the Tagus, with a swimming pool where you can sip a cocktail while counting the incoming cruise ships. The straightforwardly named Wine Bar has Portuguese and foreign wines in its list, and it also offers cocktails and traditional snacks; absent a hotel restaurant, it’s a good alternative for a light meal.

Time Out tip: Utilise the young, cool staff here – they’re good for recommendations for dinner reservations, theatre tickets, door-to-door transport, nightlife suggestions and all the rest of it. You name it, they’ve got it. 

Address: Travessa das Merceeiras 27, 1100-348 Lisbon

Price: From about €200 per night

Closest transport: Santa Apolónia Metro, 10 minutes’ walk

The International Design Hotel gets 10 out of 10 marks for its location, on the corner of the Rua da Betesga and the Rua Augusta, in the middle of the Rossio. It only lacks official recognition to be a national monument, with its ancient facade being one of Lisbon’s oldest. A complete renovation in 2009 cleaned up the dust and brought the city centre a hotel with a strong personality – its 55 rooms are small (you won’t be able to throw a party in them) but they more than make up for itwith their design, based on four major themes: Urban, Feeling, Zen and Pop. Each also comes with its own scent, though to be honest, we couldn’t tell the difference.

Everywhere guests are greeted by quotations from Alice in Wonderland, Andy Warhol and even traditional sayings. The hotel doesn’t have a wide range of services but it does possess a winter garden in the centre of the building. If you must work out on your holiday, there is a fitness studio. And they offer walking tours of the city (you could hardly ask for a better starting point for touring Lisbon on foot anyway). 

One of the biggest draws of International Design Hotel is its restaurants, especially Bastardo, which serves up creative takes on Portuguese cuisine. It has a teasing and biting sense of humour (the walls include paintings telling people to drop dead, but don’t take them personally, OK?), and it’s unpretentious. The same goes for the hotel at large, whose sole flaw is being rather small for all the stories it has to tell.

Time Out tip: Take a left out of the hotel and walk to Confeitaria Nacional, Lisbon’s oldest pastry shop, established 185 years ago. Try the babá, a miniature sweet loaf covered in a sugary syrup, whipped cream and angel hair.

Address: Rua Betesga 3, 1100-090 Lisbon

Price: From about €150 per night

Closest transport: Rossio Station, 2 minutes’ walk