Top 10 Heritage Hotels In Lisbon, Portugal - Updated 2024

Melanie
Melanie 
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Be amazed by the vibrant cultures and traditions of Lisbon when you make a trip to this charming capital city of Portugal. Located in the west of Portugal, this popular tourist destination has attracted travellers from all over the globe thanks to its many attractions. Among the most historic cultural attractions are São Jorge Castle, Jerónimos Monastery, Santa Justa Lift, and Belém Tower. Coupled with fine weather all year round, a friendly community of people, and delicious local cuisine in the city, Lisbon has everything to make your holiday sensational. Read on further to explore the top heritage hotels in Lisbon, Portugal.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) the property's historical and cultural significance, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 14, 2024.

1. Hotel Real Palacio (from USD 108)

Like a palace from the past, Hotel Real Palacio oozes old-world charm with its distinctive red-orange facade and classic furnishings. Previously a 17th-century residence, the heritage hotel has been restored to its former glory and features posh rooms and plush amenities that include a spa, a fitness centre, a classy lounge, and a gourmet restaurant. Awaken each day to a scrumptious buffet breakfast served in a traditional setting at the restaurant. Then, savour the local Portuguese wines and tapas at the wine bar in the evening. Within walking distance to the hotel is El Corte Inglés shopping mall where guests can enjoy dining, shopping, and entertainment options.

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Rita

Rita
Lisbon

Belém Belém Belém

From this hotel, take a 20-minute drive to Belém. It's a place with UNESCO heritage sites, some of the best pastries one can find, a riverfront area and a cool breeze for some oysters and wine.

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Hotel Real Palacio

Wheelchair accessible

Address: Rua Tomás Ribeiro, 115, Avenidas Novas, Lisbon, Portugal, 1050-228
2.54 km (1.6 mi) from Castelo de S. Jorge

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna Fitness centre

2. My Story Hotel Tejo (from USD 131)

Ideally located in downtown Lisbon, My Story Hotel Tejo is an impressive heritage hotel with distinctive architectural design and posh modern interiors. What guests love about the historic building is the vintage furniture, the spacious guest rooms, and the close proximity to convenient amenities in the city. Rooms come with an attached bathroom, a cable TV, a minibar, and creature comforts that make your stay comfortable. Guests are treated to a sumptuous buffet breakfast each morning and the hotel’s restaurant serves a wide menu of Portuguese delights in a lovely traditional setting for all-day meals. Keen to sample more local delights? Near the hotel is a wide range of famous restaurants and stores for souvenir shopping.

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My Story Hotel Tejo

Wifi Available

Address: Rua Condes de Monsanto Nº2
278 meters (0.2 ft) from Castelo de S. Jorge

24-HOUR FRONT DESK Non-smoking rooms Airport shuttle Laundry Dry cleaning Family rooms Ironing service Internet services

3. Corpo Santo Lisbon Historical Hotel (from USD 316)

Journey into history at Corpo Santo Lisbon Historical Hotel, the five-star heritage hotel located at the heart of Lisbon. Notably, the hotel features historic memorabilia on the first floor’s living and reading room where an iconic section of the Fernandina Wall, built in 1373 and preserved by King Fernando, is on display. The hotel’s spectacular architecture depicts Portuguese colonial history and the modern interiors indulge guests in luxurious comfort. Relax in stylish rooms that come with convenient amenities and lush furnishings to indulge guests in luxury. In fact, the suites on the topmost floor open to splendid river views that bring added romance to your stay.

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Corpo Santo Lisbon Historical Hotel

Address: Largo do Corpo Santo, no 25, 1200-129 Lisboa
1.05 km (0.7 mi) from Castelo de S. Jorge

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4. Hotel Tivoli Lisboa (from USD 361)

Step back into the past at Hotel Tivoli Lisboa, the heritage hotel sited within an ancient building developed in the 1930s. Indulge in the five-star luxury of a charming hotel that boasts a rooftop bar for sky-high entertainment, a pampering spa, and an outdoor pool with a sun terrace to enjoy splashing fun. What guests love is the fine restaurant located on the top level that opens out to panoramic views of the city and serves a menu of delicious seafood and local cuisine. Best of all, the hotel is located close to public transport services for easy accessibility to other exciting destinations in the city.

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Tivoli Avenida Liberdade Lisboa – A Leading Hotel of the World

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Avenida da Liberdade, 185
1.44 km (0.9 mi) from Castelo de S. Jorge

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Lisbon Tour Guide

Ana-Cristina Paiva

Ana Cristina Paiva

I am an australian-born Portuguese living in Lisbon since I was 8 years old. I studied Tourism and became a Licensed Guide and I absolutely love my job! The Portuguese landscape, history, food, traditions have won me over and I hope to share all this with you! I live in an historical neighborhood and believe that the best way to get to know a city is by walking. During the tours I hope to answer your questions and curiosities, proving a memorable and fun learing experience.

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Lisbon Tour Guide

Francisco

Francisco

Hello!!! My name is Francisco, but my friends call me Chico, so, feel free to call me that! I was born, raised and live in Lisbon, but I am a well travelled person, as I work for almost 30 years in the Tourism Industry. I am a family man, father of 3 grown up boys, and my friends say I am a "Social Animal" as I easily make friends! I love sports ( especially soccer and rugby), walking the streets of Lisbon ( I always discover new things. . . ); talking to people; trying a new wine or a different type of food. With a degree in Social & Cultural Anthropology, and with the experience as a Tour Guide, I have learned to look and feel our City and its people with tourist's eyes and heart. I believe that Life is a wonderful gift and must be enjoyed every single day, and in every moment, so my Tours reflect this philosophy. You can expect I will inform you about facts, but I will tell you the stories that made these facts interesting. My favourite themes are History and Traditions, Art and Gastronomy, Sports and People. . . Lisbon People!!! My Tours are relaxed; they are made for people who seek to Know, but also, to Enjoy!!! Aahh. . . and I can customize any of my Tours according to your special interests. Just ask me. So, this is Me. . . I am waiting for your contact!

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Marta Côrte-Real

Marta Côrte Real

I was born in Lisbon and I'm forever in love with it! After my family, guiding is my greatest passion: I love what I do! I have a 5 year degree called Touristic Information, specifically to work as a Tourist Guide, as well as the Certificate of Competence acquired through a qualifying examination, in order to be able to exercise this regulated profession. I own and manage a tour company licensed by the Turismo de Portugal IP, Portugal's National Tourism Authority. Tour guiding has been my full time job since 2003 and it has always been incredibly rewarding. In 2021, I was recognized by the Wanderlust Awards as one of the world's "Best Specialist Guides", which I think is a result of doing what I love every day. Waking up knowing I'll meet enthusiastic people who are excited to discover my city makes me a very grateful and happy person. For almost two decades (how am I that old already?!) I travelled around the world as a tour guide and tour manager in Portugal, Europe, South and Central America. I stopped being so nomadic when my first child was born and in 2016, I became part of ToursByLocals' amazing team and since then I've been 100% dedicated to my lovely Lisbon and its surroundings. I am a mother of 3. I love planning family trips. I know how important it is to create special family memories. Travelling means getting to know new places and cultures, experiencing nature more closely, walking and playing more, discovering history through cities, monuments and palaces! Our childhood travel memories are often the sweetest and along with other remarkable moments, we build who we are and how we live in the world. So if you're in need of someone to guide you and your kids and have them thrilled about travelling, I'm your guide! I'm also very fond of small groups of friends, extended family trips and solo travellers. It's a much more personal approach and very interesting and grateful, too. It's so lovely to get to know you! My wish is to make you feel all the unique details of this fairytale country the way I proudly do, welcoming you as a friend, however always assuring professional, original and interesting tours. I offer walking tours or if you prefer to just sit and relax, I also provide tours with transportation included (private minivan, minibus, bus). You can choose from my many tours the one you're most interested in, or we can build together a tailored experience, everything at your pace. Once you send me a message, I'll try to answer right away, but if I'm delivering a tour or busy with my family, I'll let you know that I'll get back to you soon. I'll be happy to create a customized tour just for you and if you have a special request, if it's a family with different age ranges. . . let me know so we can build the best option for your group. Some of my tours can perfectly be combined. I can also help you plan the best timings to avoid the crowds and even buy your tickets, if needed. There are lots of magic places in Portugal: let me know about you, your interests and ideas and according to that I will work on your time here! The most recent experience has been incredible: the virtual tours. The idea came up with the 2020 pandemic scenery and I decided to keep them going in the future as they're such a pleasant way of travelling differently and sustainably. These tours are perfect to gather families and friends who live away from each other and for schools to complement their teaching, as well as to help those who cannot travel for many reasons, to be able to see the world. I believe we always need to make the best out of the worst. Portugal is a country to visit all year round: weather is wonderful and even during the winter you can enjoy the simple pleasures of life like sitting on an esplanade, absorbing each sunbeam! Plus, I love cooking and baking and I'm happy to share my recipes. Portuguese food is simply delicious and the wine is just perfect for a toast to celebrate life! Get ready to deeply fall in love with Portugal! Can't wait to meet you!

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Lisbon Tour Guide

Beatrice Sacco

Beatrice Sacco

Hello! My name is Beatrice, I'm originally from Milan and I'm currently living in Lisbon. Travel, nature, music and art are among my passions. I'm curious and determined and I love meeting people from different countries. I moved to Portugal after finishing my studies in Art History. Now I'm putting into practice what I have learned by working as a tour guide. I love to share with people all the history, culture and local insights about the beautiful city of Lisbon and its surroundings! Come with me, if you want to go deep into the richness of this place!

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Lisbon Tour Guide

Rita Jardim

Rita Jardim

Rita has been a tour guide in Portugal since 2015. She is a passionate storyteller and a history buff whose goal is to immerse curious travelers in the beautiful Portuguese tale. Rita creates customized tours, cultural experiences, and food adventures in Lisbon, Belém, Sintra, Évora, and lesser-explored corners of Portugal. If you're looking for a genuine and immersive experience beyond the typical tourist route, Rita is your guide.

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5. Hotel Avenida Palace (from USD 342)

Simply dazzling describes the impressive facade of Hotel Avenida Palace, the heritage building built in the 19th century with elegant interiors and classic furnishings. The spacious rooms come with traditional furniture, a posh marble bathroom, and modern essentials. Each morning, guests are treated to a sumptuous buffet breakfast at the Grand Palace Lounge. Enjoy the hotel’s amenities that include a gym with state-of-the-art fitness equipment, a massage centre, and a well-stocked library for guest’s convenience. Conveniently located along Avenida da Liberdade, this hotel is close to historic attractions such as São Jorge Castle and local eateries.

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Hotel Avenida Palace

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Rua 1. De Dezembro, 123
696 meters (0.5 ft) from Castelo de S. Jorge

Parking Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms Laundry

6. Solar Do Castelo (from USD 263)

Aside from being a heritage hotel, Solar Do Castelo is also an eco-hotel set within the beautiful surroundings of São Jorge Castle in central Lisbon. Among its historic attractions is the original stone walls in the hotel’s stylish lounge that add charm to evening drinks and conversations. Just as historic as the walls is the ancient courtyard with a majestic fountain for romantic evening strolls with loved ones. Within the hotel are classic furnishings and traditional wooden floorings which create an ambience of warmth in the guest rooms and throughout the premises. Best of all, the hotel is sited close to the city centre and public transport services for easy access to any destination.

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Solar do Castelo - Lisbon Heritage Collection - Alfama

Wifi Available

Address: Rua das Cozinhas 2 (ao Castelo)
84 meters (277.0 ft) from Castelo de S. Jorge

Room service Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Garden Terrace Non-smoking rooms Airport shuttle Laundry

7. Pestana Palace Lisboa - Hotel & National Monument (from USD 361)

Feel like royalty from the moment you step into Pestana Palace Lisboa Hotel, the heritage hotel which was previously a 19th-century palace that is now restored to its magnificent glory. Treat yourself to a little five-star pampering at a luxe hotel that offers stylish rooms with modern essentials and plush furnishings. Select suites come with a balcony that overlooks a beautiful garden for a memorable stay. Enjoy the hotel’s many amenities that include two swimming pools, a fitness centre, a spa, a business centre, and restaurants that serve delightful traditional cuisine. For the heritage explorer, the hotel is conveniently close to Belém Tower and Hieronimyte Museum.

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Teema

Teema

Belém Tower

This hotel is just 6 km from Belém Tower, one of Portugal’s seven wonders and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The tower island merged with the land after the Great Lisbon 1755 earthquake shifted the direction of the river.

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Pestana Palace Lisboa Hotel & National Monument - The Leading Hotels of the World

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Rua Jau, 54
4.78 km (3.0 mi) from Castelo de S. Jorge

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8. Hotel Britania (from USD 279)

Have a drink at the bar of Hotel Britania and be transported back to the colonial era as you gaze upon paintings of Portugal’s empires around the world on the walls. Journey further into the historic past of Hotel Britania, which was built in 1940, and now boasts genuine Art Deco style as well as well-appointed rooms with contemporary creature comforts. Looking for tranquillity? The hotel is located on a quiet street yet close to popular attractions such as Botanical Garden of Lisbon, eateries, and shops. Better yet, guests will enjoy the convenience of being close to a metro station that connects to popular destinations in Lisbon.

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Hotel Britania Art Deco - Lisbon Heritage Collection - Avenida

Wifi Available

Address: Rua Rodrígues Sampaio, 17
1.35 km (0.9 mi) from Castelo de S. Jorge

Parking Room service Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Non-smoking rooms Laundry Dry cleaning Breakfast in the room

9. Eurostars Museum (from USD 227)

A museum and a heritage hotel, Eurostars Museum is a fantastic destination to explore the cultural legacy and traditions of Lisbon. No other hotel in Lisbon features a permanent archaeological exhibition for guests to trace the history of the city from eras past. This stylish hotel also offers air-conditioned rooms with modern essentials. Here, one will find five-star luxury and convenient amenities such as a massage room, a Turkish bath, an indoor pool, and a fine restaurant serving delicious local and international cuisine. Planning to visit historic sites? The hotel is sited within the city’s Alfama quarter and close to São Jorge Castle, Commerce Square, and Rossio.

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Áurea Museum by Eurostars Hotel Company

Wheelchair accessible

Address: 52 Rua Cais de Santarém
590 meters (0.4 ft) from Castelo de S. Jorge

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10. Palacio do Governador (from USD 238)

In love with Portuguese pastries? Just 1 km (0.6 mi) from Palacio do Governador is the famous, historic Pastéis de Belém café that serves delicious bread, tarts, and baked goods. This is only one of the many marvels of Palacio do Governador, the heritage hotel located at the heart of Belém district in Lisbon. Be amazed by the hotel’s stately architecture, posh interiors, and amenities that include an indoor and outdoor pool, private parking for guests, a spa and wellness centre, a library, and delightful restaurants to satisfy your cravings for local cuisine. Sleep peacefully in air-conditioned rooms that come with a private bathroom, modern essentials, and a flat-screen TV.

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NAU Palacio do Governador

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Rua Bartolomeu Dias, Nr. 117
7.36 km (4.6 mi) from Castelo de S. Jorge

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Life is thrilling in Lisbon when you know where to stay

Escape your daily routine and make a trip to Lisbon to explore its many wonders and attractions, from heritage sites to delicious food. Life is certainly more thrilling when you choose the right places to stay. Abandon the conventional hotels and take your pick from the top heritage hotels in Lisbon, Portugal.

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