Portugal Hotels

Kimkim has curated a list of some of the best hotels in Portugal. Our favorite hotels include charming 18th-century townhouses  in Lisbon  with city views and outdoor terraces, landmark accommodations right in the heart of historic Porto, and contemporary rooms within historic fortresses in Cascais. With amenities like rooftop bars, indoor and outdoor pools, fitness centers, spas, museums, and even art studios, you're sure to find the perfect place to relax and unwind. Make sure to explore our top recommendations in some of our most popular locations, including Lisbon, Porto, and Lagos,  for a memorable Portuguese experience.

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Lisbon
Hotel Britania Art Deco
4.9
(25)
· Comfort
Step back into the 1940s in this historic Art Deco hotel located off of Avenida Liberdade, one of Lisbon's main streets that connects to downtown and the historic center. One of Portugal's most influential modernist architects, Cassiano Branco, designed this building in the 1940s, and it's the...
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Cascais
Cascais Miragem
4.8
(17)
· Luxury
Located just outside Cascais' historic center, Cascais Miragem overlooks Praia da Rata. Walk to the beach in under 10 minutes or reach the 5th of October Square in Old Town in 15 minutes, where you'll find a mesmerizing wavy mosaic design and a variety of restaurants, shops, and historic sites....
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Porto
Maison Albar Hotels Le Monumental Palace
4.8
(13)
· Luxury
Time travel back to the 1920s at the Maison Albar Hotels Le Monumental Palace, a luxury hotel on one of Porto's most impressive streets, the Avenida dos Aliados. Italian architect Michelangelo Soà designed this building in 1923, which combines a Gothic facade with Art Deco interiors. Step outside...
The Azores
Heritage Avenida Liberdade
4.7
(23)
· Comfort
Located in Lisbon's historic center, Heritage Avenida Liberdade Hotel is a charming boutique hotel that reflects Portugal's rich culture and tradition. You'll stay on the main avenue of Lisbon, Avenida da Liberdade, where the hotel offers easy access to the city's top shops and eateries. You'll...
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Lisbon
Portugal Boutique Hotel
4.7
(18)
· Comfort
Portugal Boutique Hotel offers a contemporary stay just off of Praça Martim Moniz, one of Lisbon's more multicultural areas filled with a mix of Chinese, Indian, and Turkish shops and restaurants. This central location is just outside of Alfama, Lisbon's Old Town, the only neighborhood to survive...
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Évora
M'ar de Ar Aqueduto
5.0
(6)
· Luxury
History and modern comforts converge in the luxury hotel M'ar de Ar Aqueduto, located directly across the 16th-century aqueduct that circles Évora. Housed in a 16th-century palace, the hotel has retained original features like the chapel, vaulted ceilings, and Manueline windows on the facade,...
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Évora
Convento do Espinheiro, Historic Hotel & Spa
4.9
(8)
· Luxury
Immerse yourself in over 600 years of history at the Convento do Espinheiro, a luxury hotel in a 15th-century convent. A vision of the Virgin Mary appeared in a thorn bush (espinheiro in Portuguese) in 1400, leading to the creation of the convent, which became a pilgrimage site for Portuguese...
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Lagos (Algarve)
Vivenda Miranda
4.9
(8)
· Comfort
Perched on a cliff overlooking Porto de Mós beach, Vivenda Miranda offers a comfortable stay just 10 minutes from lively Lagos. This former 17th-century private home was turned into a boutique hotel in 1990, and it has retained the colorful style and details of an old historic house. Drive to...
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Lisbon
PortoBay Marquês
4.7
(21)
· Comfort
Located close to Lisbon's main avenue, Avenida da Liberdade, this hotel offers a blend of comfort and convenience with a distinct local flair. Despite its location further from the river, guests appreciate the quiet surroundings and the ease of access to downtown Lisbon's attractions. The hotel...
Lisbon
H10 Duque de Loule
4.7
(19)
· Comfort
H10 Duque de Loulé is a four-star superior Boutique Hotel in the heart of Lisbon, blending traditional Portuguese decor with a modern touch. The hotel offers comfortable rooms, the Azul e Branco Restaurant, two meeting rooms, and the Limão Rooftop Bar with stunning views of Lisbon and Tagus...
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Porto
PortoBay Hotel Teatro
4.8
(12)
· Comfort
Standing right next to the 19th-century Teatro Sá da Bandeira, the oldest theater in the city, PortoBay Hotel Teatro offers a modern stay in the center of the city. Sites like the iconic bell tower of Torre dos Clérigos and the fantastic Livraria Lello bookshop, known as the inspiration for Harry...
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Porto
NH Collection Porto Batalha
4.7
(14)
· Comfort
Immerse yourself in Porto's history at NH Collection Porto Batalha, a modern hotel housed in the city's old post office. You can't miss the bright red facade of this building on the Praça da Batalha, and the postal theme runs throughout, from room numbers written on old postcards to stamp emblems...
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Porto
PortoBay Flores
4.9
(7)
· Luxury
Located just 10 minutes from Ribeira Square in Porto's medieval Old Town, PortoBay Flores combines a historic atmosphere with modern comforts. The hotel is spread out over two buildings: a 16th-century palace and a modern wing. Step out the door and immediately immerse yourself in the history of...
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Lisbon
Tivoli Avenida Liberdade Lisboa—A Leading Hotel of the World
5.0
(5)
· Luxury
Tivoli Avenida Liberdade Lisboa offers a luxury stay on Avenida Liberdade Lisboa, Lisbon's most high-end street. This posh stretch is lined with upscale shops and restaurants, and the hotel's location puts you almost directly between Rossio Square and Marquis of Pombal Square, giving you easy...
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Pinhão
Quinta de la Rosa
4.7
(7)
· Comfort
Enjoy a hospitable stay in the cozy Quinta de la Rosa just 10 minutes from the charming town of Pinhão. This family-run property has been with the same family since 1906 when it was given to the current owner's grandmother as a christening gift. So, the vibe is more one of rural tourism than a...
Algarve
Lagos Avenida Hotel
4.6
(12)
· Comfort
Lagos Avenida Hotel is right across from the Marina and within the city center of Lagos, offering a convenient location for your stay. The hotel is just a seven-minute walk from Meia Praia Beach and a short distance from the old downtown area, where you'll find beautiful shops and restaurants. In...
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Porto
Exe Almada Porto
4.6
(12)
· Comfort
Exe Almada Porto 4* is a landmark hotel that blends in perfectly with the historical charm of Porto's city center—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The hotel's exterior, with its original facades and balconies, echoes the distinctive style of its surrounding Rua do Almada neighborhood, preserving a...
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Lagos (Algarve)
Cascade Wellness
4.5
(32)
· Luxury
Located just a 5-minute walk from the cliffs of Praia do Canavial, Cascade Wellness offers a peaceful respite outside of Lagos' lively center. Lagos' Old Town, with its streets of geometric patterns and 16th-century fortified walls, is a 5-minute drive, as are the turquoise waters and rock...
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Douro Valley
The Wine House Hotel - Quinta da Pacheca
4.8
(5)
· Luxury
Situated in the village of Cambes, The Wine House Hotel - Quinta da Pacheca is one of the most recognizable estates in the Douro Valley. The winery's origins date back to the 16th century, and part of the hotel is housed in an 18th-century stone manor that has retained historical artifacts and...
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Lisbon
Casa Balthazar
4.8
(5)
· Comfort
Casa Balthazar is a historic adults-only hotel that's like a peaceful oasis in the center of Lisbon. Located on a tiny side street just a block from Carmo Convent, the city's biggest church until its ruin in the 1755 earthquake, this former home has been in the same family since 1829. Its...
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Algarve
Pousada Palacio De Estoi—Monument Hotel & SLH
5.0
(3)
· Comfort
Stay in a 19th-century palace at the Pousada Palacio De Estoi, which offers modern amenities in a memorable historic space. Located in the charming town of Estoi, this recently renovated building has preserved its neoclassical, Art Nouveau, and Rococo styles. Faro is just 20 minutes away, where...
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Peso da Régua
The Vine House—Quinta São Luiz
5.0
(3)
· Comfort
Immerse yourself in the wine-making traditions of the Douro Valley with a stay at The Vine House, an almost 400-year-old property that's now a stylish hotel set just 1.5 hours from Porto. Located in Tabuaço just above the Douro River, The Vine House is an old family port-making home on the Quinta...
Lisbon
Hotel AlmaLusa Baixa/Chiado
5.0
(3)
· Comfort
Located in the charming Praça do Município, Hotel AlmaLusa Baixa/Chiado offers a prime location for exploring Lisbon's historic sites and vibrant neighborhoods. This boutique hotel is just a short walk from the Tagus River, Castelo de São Jorge, the Sé de Lisboa, and the bustling Baixa and Chiado...
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Lisbon
Meliá Lisboa Aeroporto
4.5
(19)
· Comfort
If you're looking for a comfortable stay close to Lisbon's airport, you won't get much closer than Meliá Lisboa Aeroporto. Positioned right next to Terminal 1, this hotel offers a mix of convenience and modern facilities that can help you relax before or after a flight. The center of Lisbon is...
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Porto
Pousada Porto—Rua das Flores
4.4
(15)
· Comfort
Stay on one of Porto's most picturesque and famous streets in the historic Pousada Porto, housed in an 18th-century building. You'll stay right on Rua das Flores, a pedestrian street established during the 16th century and filled with centuries-old former homes of aristocrats and artisans'...
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Lisbon
Palácio Ludovice Wine Experience Hotel
4.6
(5)
· Luxury
Live in the former home of Frederico Ludovice, the architect behind the 18th-century Mafra National Palace outside of Lisbon, and the University of Coimbra, one of the world's oldest universities in continuous operation. Palácio Ludovice Wine Experience Hotel is in the hilly neighborhood of...
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Porto
Sé Catedral Hotel Porto, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
4.6
(5)
· Comfort
If the Sé Cathedral is your point of focus in Porto, you won't find a better location than the Sé Catedral Hotel Porto, part of Hilton's Tapestry Collection of curated independent 3- and 4-star hotels. Sé Cathedral is a block away, and São Bento train station, one of the most beautiful in the...
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Porto
Porto Royal Bridges Hotel
4.4
(15)
· Comfort
You'll find the Porto Royal Bridges Hotel at the intersection of modernity and history. This 4-star hotel was transformed from an emblematic 70s building into a city center refuge, thanks to the creativity of renowned Interior Designer Nini Andrade e Silva. Its prime location in Porto's...
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Coimbra
Octant Hotels Palácio da Lousã
5.0
(2)
· Comfort
Discover the history and traditions of the Portuguese countryside with a stay at Palácio da Lousã Boutique Hotel. This 18th-century building was once the palace of the Viscountess of Espinhal, and it's now a boutique hotel in Lousã, 35 minutes from Coimbra. Central Portugal is home to the Schist...
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Coimbra
Sapientia Boutique Hotel
4.4
(9)
· Comfort
Experience Coimbra and Portugal's rich literary history with a stay at Sapientia Boutique Hotel, just across from the University of Coimbra in the historic center. Step outside to explore one of the world's oldest universities, dating back to 1290, and be sure to schedule a visit to the school's...

Hotel Advice for Portugal

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The 7 Best Boutique Hotels in Lisbon

Follow the sounds of fado through Lisbon's streets to one of these hotels in neighborhoods across the city. Stay near the sophisticated Avenida Liberdade and Marquês de Pombal area, celebrate the arts on Rafael Bordalo Pinheiro Square, or take in the Bairro Alto from a rooftop at these standout spots.

 Douro Valley, Portugal
The 4 Best Boutique Hotels in the Douro Valley

Visiting the Douro Valley is about getting close to its famous wines. While many visitors come to the area as a day trip, if you want to linger a little longer, stay on-site at one of the wineries, which offer manor houses, cozy bed and breakfasts, and modern touches for a memorable stay—complete, of course, with river views and plenty of time in the estate cellars.

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The 5 Best Boutique Hotels in Porto

Porto's hotels echo the city's history, with locations dotted through the historic city center. Stay in a former manor house or comfortable guesthouse, with options at all points along the pricing spectrum and plenty of spots to enjoy a glass of the city's signature wines.

The Algarve, Portugal
The Best Hotels in the Algarve

Head south to the golden beaches of the Algarve at one of these seaside retreats. Whether you stay in charming Tavira, along the cliffs of Carvoeiro, or at a wellness retreat just off the Ponta da Piedade, these hotels range from former convents to sprawling resorts and can provide a vacation for any taste.

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The 4 Best Boutique Hotels in Coimbra

Get in touch with Coimbra's history and famous university by staying at a hotel within its UNESCO World Heritage city center. Whether it's a cozy residence, literature-inspired guesthouse, or 18th-century palace, these options will have you sleeping in style.

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The Best Boutique Hotels in Lagos

The key to a stay in the city of Lagos is easy access to the sea. If you want to stay within the city, a spot along the marina will give you water views and easy walking access to shops and restaurants, or go just a bit farther along the cliffs to immerse yourself in a wellness retreat.

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The 4 Best Boutique Hotels in the Azores

When traveling to the Azores, you want to ensure you're taking advantage of the many aspects of these lush islands. A stay on São Miguel or Terceira will put you in the center of the attractions, with options both in the city centers and out in the natural world, along with volcanic springs, lively city squares, and bay views.

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The Best Boutique Hotels in Évora

You can feel the history that overflows in Évora at every turn, especially in its lodgings. The best hotels in the city and its surroundings have impressive histories of their own, ranging from noble houses to olive oil production facilities to famous historic convents. Choose whether you want to stay in the city center or out in the Alentejo countryside, and see where the story takes you.