“The Grand Dame of Lisbon, managed by the inimitable Four Seasons group, offers a world of luxury, from gourmet dining to a modern art collection to an impressive spa and a running track on the roof with views over the capital.”
“The Grand Dame of Lisbon, managed by the inimitable Four Seasons group, offers a world of luxury, from gourmet dining to a modern art collection to an impressive spa and a running track on the roof with views over the capital.”
Hotel Review
Lisbon’s Grand Dame, built in 1959 by Salazar to show the world that Portugal could do luxury, remains the benchmark that other 5* hotels in the capital need to match up to. Whilst the rooms may be considered slightly dated in feel, despite their luxury, with their deep carpets and heavy curtains, the rest of the hotel gleams with the best of the 21st century. Food is phenomenally good, with a resplendent lunchtime buffet at the Varandah Restaurant, where Lisbon’s elite go to eat. Dinner could be octopus from the Algarve with smoked sea salt and crunchy sweet potatoes or milk-fed veal with green asparagus and ceps with a pecorino cheese emulsion. In addition, do stop at the Ritz Bar for the beef tartare – the best in town. And throughout the week, freshly prepared sushi is available at O Japonês restaurant.
The spa, undoubtedly Lisbon’s best, has an 18 metre lap pool as its centrepiece with treatments using Sodashi, Swiss Perfct and ESPA alongside Portuguese brands Ignae and Benamor. Extensive fitness facilities are located at the top of the hotel, including a Pilates studio, resistance training and a 400 metre running track on the rooftop.
Written by Mary Lussiana
Recommended For
- City Style
- The most luxurious stay in Lisbon, commanding spectacular views, chandeliers, gilded furniture and top notch spa.
- Hotel Entertainment
- The hotel offers a range of quirky ‘experiences’ from urban art tours to photographing Lisbon from a vintage moto sidecar.
- Close to nightlife
- The central location allows you the option of walking into town, if you can drag yourself away from the sleek bar!
- Sights nearby
- A must is the nearby St. George's Moorish Castle, full of history and architectural wonder.
- Other Activities
- Make the most of the spectacular indoor pool, fitness centre and rooftop running track!!
- Great walks
- Explore Lisbon's Eduardo VII Park, a fragrant oasis of calm.
- Artworks
- There is an app that guides you around the hotels extensive collection.
- Pet friendly
- Pets allowed at an extra charge.
- Child friendly
- Baby sitting services available.
- Conference facilities
- Family Suites
- Lively
- Romantic
- Designer
- Sit-out Terrace
- Full of character
- Good wine list
- Beach nearby
- Spa
- Restaurant
- Landmark
- Chic
- Gym
- Business Hotel
- 5* Luxury
- Disabled access
- Wellbeing
- Luxury
- Free wifi
- Views
Facilities
- Pet friendly
- Pets allowed at an extra charge.
- Child friendly
- Baby sitting services available.
- Parking
- Valet/Self service
- Airport transfer
- Surcharge applies.
- Swimming Pool
- Indoor pool
- Walking distance restaurants
- Conference facilities
- In room DVD
- Car not required
- Bar
- Family Suites
- Shops
- Safe
- Wifi
- Outdoor dining
- Sauna/Steam
- Meeting Room
- Massage
- Private dining room
- Sit-out Terrace
- Good wine list
- Spa
- Restaurant
- Garden
- Gym
- Sitting Room
- Room service
- Business Centre
- 24 Hour room service
- Disabled access
- Suites
- Concierge
- Satellite / Cable TV
- Free wifi
- Views
Activities
- Hotel Entertainment
- The hotel offers a range of quirky ‘experiences’ from urban art tours to photographing Lisbon from a vintage moto sidecar.
- Close to nightlife
- The central location allows you the option of walking into town, if you can drag yourself away from the sleek bar!
- Sights nearby
- A must is the nearby St. George's Moorish Castle, full of history and architectural wonder.
- Other Activities
- Make the most of the spectacular indoor pool, fitness centre and rooftop running track!!
- Great walks
- Explore Lisbon's Eduardo VII Park, a fragrant oasis of calm.
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Four Seasons Hotel Ritz
"Décor is grand - think chandeliers and huge flower displays on gilded furniture. A good collection of modern Portuguese art from tapestries to sculptures and paintings hang throughout the hotel."
Originally published by The Telegraph (view article)
