With coastal locations, ideal weather, and stunning buildings, Lisbon should be the next destination on your bucket list. Get lost in the gorgeous terrains, and take lots of photos - cruise along the sandy beaches and stop by tourist attractions within this capital city. Go for a walk on the streets of Alfama, take pictures in Rossio Square, or ride in the steam-powered Santa Justa Elevator. As one of the most visited areas in Portugal, it’s abundant in commercial areas like restaurants and local bars. However, if you want to fully immerse yourself in the country’s past and architectural prowess, choose from these best castle hotels near Lisbon, Portugal, on your next visit.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, 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 April 02, 2024.
1. Pousada Castelo de Palmela (from USD 109)
Competitive pricing for a historic castle hotel with stunning views.
Spacious rooms, beautiful courtyard, and a special surprise gift for guests with dogs.
Quiet hilltop location with breathtaking panoramic views and close proximity to beaches and historical sites.
Fantastic breakfast with a wide variety of options, excellent dinner with local tastes, and accommodating staff for special occasions.
The first thing you’ll notice when you arrive here is the views from the hotel. This castle hotel’s interior balances antiquity and the desire for modern living. Air conditioning and a cable TV are available in their rooms. It’s also close to The Arrábida Natural Park and Humberto Delgado Airport.
Choose from their local wines and eat their wide variety of traditional dishes at the on-site restaurant. The courtyard and bar will boost your relaxation vibes. Your pets are welcome to stay for an extra charge of 25 EUR (24.22 USD).
Pousada Castelo de Palmela
Address: Castelo de Palmela
2. Pousada Castelo de Alcacer do Sal (from USD 122)
This 1000-year-old castle hotel showcases well equipped rooms and an outdoor pool. You can have a drink from your room’s minibar and doze off by the sun terrace near the pool. At meal times, you can step into the restaurant on site, where they serve local dishes as well as international cuisine. But if you need something more personalized, you can request a menu based on your special diet. For an additional fee, you can avail of outdoor activities like walking tours, fishing, horseback riding, and many more.
Along with free parking, charging stations for electric cars are available too. They will cater to your events in the banquet or meeting facilities. This place has been much loved by travelers, especially couples who want to boost their intimacy.
Pousada Castelo de Alcacer do Sal
Address: Castelo de Alcácer
3. Pousada Castelo de Obidos (from USD 383)
Luxurious stay in a historic castle, but some rooms are small and may lack modern amenities. Dinner prices can be high, and fixed-price reservations may lead to miscommunication.
Beautifully maintained castle with stunning views, charming common areas, and a lovely breakfast spread. Some rooms may lack modern facilities and may be noisy.
Perfectly situated inside the walled town of Óbidos, providing easy access to the city's attractions and panoramic views. However, parking can be challenging, and accessing the hotel may require a steep uphill walk.
The restaurant offers a charming medieval ambiance and a good breakfast, but dinner prices can be high, and the quality may not always match the cost. Some guests experienced slow service and miscommunications regarding fixed-price reservations.
Included in the “7 Wonders of Portugal”, this castle hotel radiates a more authentic feel of a magnificent palace fit for royalty. It was fully restored in the 20th century and turned into a hotel in the 1950s, well equipped with many luxury accommodation facilities.
They offer over five types of rooms. For breakfast, you can select from their buffet specialties. Don’t forget to try their local wine, “ginjinha,” made of fermented cherries. Guests can also participate in the tour services and other activities like horseback riding and hiking. If you need the local currency, they also offer foreign exchange services.
Pousada Castelo de Obidos
Address: Paço Real
Planning a magical escape to Lisbon?
This city comes with bustling streets, spectacular views, and a culture that reflects the country’s charisma and essence. Traveling to Lisbon will make your dream of traveling in time come to life, especially if you stay in one of the magnificent castle hotels mentioned above.
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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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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
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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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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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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