The Best Hotels In Lisbon: From The Classic Spots To Apartment Hotels And Airbnbs

When looking for Lisbon hotels, you’re met with a myriad of enticing – albeit unconventional – options. While you’ll certainly find your crop of classic stays, it’s not a city brimming with traditional hotels. This makes our job much more exciting, as we’ve not only discovered a unique selection of the best hotels in Lisbon, but have delved into the world of swoon-worthy apartment hotels and the chicest self-contained properties Airbnb has to offer.

Is Lisbon a walkable city?

Lisbon is surrounded by beautiful rolling hills, which add to the overall charm of the city, but can make some of the surrounding areas tricky to traverse. That said, the central locations are easy to explore by foot, making it a great city to stroll around – especially when the sun is shining. But, if you do find yourself feeling foot-weary, take the opportunity to experience Lisbon like a local and jump aboard one of the many iconic yellow trams dotted all over the city.

Which part of Lisbon is best to stay in?

The best places to stay in Lisbon provide an immersive insight into the culture of the old city: from self-serviced apartments designed to feel like a home away from home and former 18th-century buildings renovated by famous Portuguese architects, to family home-turned-hotels where the family acts as your host. There’s also an abundance of stylish Airbnbs in a variety of neighbourhoods, if you prefer to go down that route. The one thing all of these stays have in common is they each serve as the perfect launchpad to explore Lisbon’s labyrinthine, vibrant streets, bustling nightlife, evolving food scene and scenic beaches.

Below, the best Lisbon hotels and unique stays to book if you’re travelling to Portugal this summer.