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Best Small Boutique Hotels in Lisbon

Ann Abel — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:28:59 +0000

From the recent hotel headlines in Lisbon, it would seem that bigger is better. Large international luxury brands, including Andaz and the Standard, as well as new independent players, have been descending on the capital, taking over entire city blocks in Baixa or grand edifices around Avenida da Liberdade. But within the shadow of all that, the city’s boutique hotel scene is also thriving. These small hotels offer a discreet alternative. In some cases, there’s not even a sign announcing […]

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The Best Serviced Apartments in Lisbon for Luxury Long-Term Stays

Ann Abel — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:45:57 +0000

Apartment hotels are flourishing in Lisbon like never before. The genre—serviced apartments with hotel-style services like front desks, concierges, and housekeeping—has been around for ages, but they make a special kind of sense for modern travelers. That’s especially true for families, grown-up digital nomads (35+), pre-relocation visitors, and remote-working professionals. And for research-minded “test the neighborhood” buyers on their moving-to-Portugal scouting trips, they’re a particularly obvious choice. (Photo at top: The Verse ©Francisco Nogueiro) Apartment hotels neatly split the difference […]

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Lisbon Chiado Hotel Combines Chic Design, Rooftop Views and Destination Dining

Ann Abel — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:39:41 +0000

Lisbon accommodations rarely get more polished and refined than they do at the new Lisbon Chiado Hotel, a boutique property holding pride of place at one end of Largo Rafael Bordalo Pinheiro in Chiado. It’s the product of one of Lisbon’s most established luxury real estate developers, Coporgest, and their thoroughly considered attention to detail shows in every dimension. The developers chose a handsome, black and white palette for the 40 guest rooms, whose stark geometry is enlivened with vintage-looking […]

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Pet-Friendly Five-Star Hotels in Portugal (Luxury Stays That Truly Welcome Dogs & Cats)

Greg Boegner — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:41:11 +0000

Traveling in style no longer means leaving your four-legged companion behind. Across Portugal, a growing number of five-star hotels are redefining luxury hospitality by extending thoughtful, design-led, and genuinely warm welcomes to pets. This carefully curated list highlights Portugal’s most refined pet-friendly addresses, where impeccable service, beautiful surroundings, and well-considered amenities ensure that both you and your dog or cat are treated like valued guests. Best for city stays: Lisbon, PortoBest vineyard retreats: Alentejo, DouroBest beach resorts: Algarve, Comporta, Azores […]

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Tarabel Lisbon: Discreet Luxury Hideaway Above the Tagus

Ann Abel — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 14:26:02 +0000

While Lisbon has more than its share of splashy new hotel openings coming up, it’s refreshing to find a luxury stay that’s so discrete, there’s not even a name plate beside the front door. That’s the case at Tarabel Lisbon, a jewel box hotel amid the noble residences and foreign ambassadors’ residences of the posh Lapa neighborhood. That location makes the hotel both central and hidden away, and it gives it some gorgeous views over the Tagus River far below. […]

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Myriad by Sana – Elevated Elegance in Lisbon

Greg Boegner — Mon, 08 Sep 2025 13:14:00 +0000

For travelers seeking an unforgettable stay in Lisbon—and for locals who crave a spectacular escape without leaving the city—the Myriad by SANA delivers a one-of-a-kind luxury experience. Located in Parque das Nações, Lisbon’s modern riverfront district, the hotel embraces its position outside the historic city center with bold architecture, panoramic views, and a contemporary energy that reflects Portugal’s forward-looking spirit. A Towering Icon on the Tagus The Myriad by SANA is more than a hotel—it’s part of Lisbon’s skyline. Opened […]

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Palácio Ludovice Boutique Hotel in Bairro Alto, Lisbon

Ann Abel — Sun, 05 Mar 2023 11:05:58 +0000

In a city with its share of palace hotels, Palácio Ludovice stands out for its genuine history, thoughtful design, well-done wine program, and prime location. The Lisbon hotel takes up an entire block at the crossroads of Chiado, Bairro Alto, and Principe Real. The hotel occupies the former private residence of João Federico Ludovice, architect to King João V in the 18th century. The renovation, completed in 2022, preserved the original blue-and-white tiles, frescoes, and stucco ceilings while transforming them […]

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Immerso Hotel, Ericeira

Ann Abel — Mon, 12 Sep 2022 15:53:28 +0000

In case the name didn’t make it clear, the idea of the new Immerso Hotel outside Ericeira, about an hour northwest of Lisbon, is to immerse yourself in nature. It’s one of two five-star hotels to open on the outskirts of the famous surf town recently, signaling the evolution of the destination—not just a mecca for wave chasers, but also for those who love nature, simplicity, design and excellent food. The 37 rooms are comfortably sized, simply decorated, and superbly […]

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