The Best Boutique Hotels in Lisbon (2025 Edition)

Lisbon’s boutique hotels are one of the reasons we love this city so much. Picture character-filled townhouses, tiled palaces and small design hotels with rooftop views over the Tagus, plus the Portuguese hospitality that makes you feel right at home.

In this guide, we’ve picked out the ones we’d happily recommend to friends, based on central locations close to Lisbon’s main sights, popularity, and overall feel. If you’re still choosing a neighbourhood, our guide to where to stay in Lisbon can help narrow it down.

1. Santiago de Alfama

Santiago de Alfama sits on the cobbled streets of Alfama, between the Sé Cathedral and São Jorge Castle. It’s a short walk to Tram 28 and the main viewpoints, while the hotel stays calm and quiet. The building is a restored townhouse with plenty of natural light and azulejo details, finished in a warm, elegant style with Portuguese touches.

Rooms and suites are bright and comfortable with good beds, quality linens and solid soundproofing, especially important in this part of the city. Some look out over the Tagus or the rooftops of Alfama.

A highlight of this Lisbon boutique hotel is breakfast at Audrey’s, served on a quiet patio that’s perfect on sunny mornings. In the evening, it’s also a lovely spot for a glass of Portuguese wine.

Staff are professional and attentive, and the concierge handles bookings, transfers and local tips if needed. If you want a central base with character, good food and thoughtful design, this is a solid choice.

Prices typically start from around €300 per night (about $348 / £260), depending on dates and availability.

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2. Bairro Alto Hotel

Bairro Alto Hotel sits on Praça Luís de Camões, between the neighbourhoods of Chiado and Bairro Alto, right in the heart of Lisbon. The restored 18th-century building has bright interiors and a design that blends Lisbon heritage with a contemporary look. It’s part of The Leading Hotels of the World, a collection of independent luxury hotels selected for quality and distinctive style.

This boutique hotel in Lisbon has 87 individually styled rooms and suites with a polished, modern feel and high-quality Portuguese materials throughout. Despite the busy square outside, acoustic glazing keeps things quiet inside.

The standout here is BAHR & Terrace on the upper floors. Come for a seasonal, Portuguese-led menu with wide views over the city and the Tagus; then stay for a drink at the rooftop bar, where signature cocktails pair well with sunset.

The hotel also has a small wellness area with a sauna and treatment room, plus a gym equipped with Technogym machines.

Prices typically start from around €300 per night (about $348 / £260), with rates varying by season and room type.

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3. The Lumiares Hotel & Spa

The Lumiares Hotel & Spa sits in Bairro Alto, beside the Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara and near the Elevador da Glória, a short walk from Chiado. It’s an all-suite boutique hotel in a renovated 18th-century palace, with contemporary interiors inspired by the neighbourhood’s light and patterns, featuring locally made details and a bespoke collection of original Portuguese artworks.

Studios and suites are apartment-style, each with a living area, kitchenette and modern bathroom. Sleep quality is excellent thanks to supportive mattresses, high-quality linens and strong soundproofing. Room types range from studios to two-bedroom suites and penthouses, some with balconies or private terraces.

Upstairs, Lumi Rooftop combines a seasonal menu, wide city views and a terrace that’s popular from breakfast to sundown.

Other facilities at this Lisbon boutique hotel include a small spa with sauna and steam room, a gym, 24-hour reception and concierge, and on-site parking with an EV charger.

Prices typically start from around €280 per night (about $325 / £245), depending on dates and availability.

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4. Memmo Principe Real

Memmo Príncipe Real sits on a quiet street in one of Lisbon’s most elegant neighbourhoods, just a short walk from Bairro Alto and Avenida da Liberdade.

This Lisbon boutique hotel has 41 rooms with a clean and contemporary design that uses local materials like the limestone floors found in many of the city’s historic buildings. Some rooms include a balcony or private terrace, and many look out over the rooftops towards the river.

Café Príncipe Real serves Portuguese-inspired dishes and cocktails, with a terrace that overlooks the hotel’s small outdoor pool (a rare find in this part of the city). Breakfast is for guests only, although lunch and dinner are also open to the public.

Extras include valet parking (paid), a complimentary walking tour of the neighbourhood, and a Port tonic welcome set-up in every room. The staff are friendly and professional, and often praised for their local tips and attentive service.

Prices typically start from around €280 per night (about $325 / £245), depending on season and room type.

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5. The Vintage Lisbon

The Vintage Lisbon is a Lisbon boutique hotel tucked between Príncipe Real and Avenida da Liberdade, in a quiet location within walking distance of shops, restaurants and main sights. The hotel has a retro-modern feel, with mid-century furniture, warm lighting and colourful design details.

There are 56 rooms and suites, each with a bar cart for mixing your own drinks and thoughtful extras like a DIY gin & tonic kit or mini-bar treats. Some rooms have a darker tone but feel cosy and quiet, ideal for resting after a full day exploring the city.

Breakfast is served at Blue Bistrot in a leafy courtyard with healthy and high-quality options. Upstairs, V Rooftop Bar is a great spot for a sunset cocktail with views over the neighbourhood. You’ll find a small spa downstairs, with a heated pool, sauna and steam room, as well as a gym and treatment menu.

With its peaceful setting, thoughtful extras and stylish vibe, this is a solid pick for couples or anyone after a calm Lisbon break. Prices typically start from around €250 per night (about $290 / £215), depending on the room and season.

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