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Lisbon is a superb city to travel with children. Compact, picturesque and ocean-side there is plenty to keep everyone entertained here. From beautiful and engaging historical sights such as Sao Jorge Castle and the Belem Tower to cultural attractions designed for both adults and children like the Pavilhao do Contecimento (Pavillion of Knowledge) of the Lisboa Story Centre. There are also a number of open spaces including the beautiful Parque Eduardo VII as well as numerous beaches nearby which are easily accessible for a day trip. The best hotels for families in Lisbon are wide ranging with options for self-catered apartments for those looking for a little privacy to luxurious hotels complete with kid's clubs. Our selection are spread out across the city with many options in central neighbourhoods such as Bairro Alto and Alfama.

For a Traditional Hotel

Hotel Lisboa Plaza

  • Hotel Lisboa Plaza, A Lisbon Heritage Collection, is a charming traditional-style hotel in the historic centre of Lisbon. Expect old world charm, elegant sun-flooded rooms, and a perfect chill-out terrace. A home-away-from-home with a warm and family-friendly atmosphere.

Great value

The Sky Lofts

  • The Sky Lofts is a charming, low-cost loft hotel near Lisbon's city centre. The rooms are comfortable and spacious with simple furnishings and original loft roofs. The surrounding area is home to trendy art galleries and lively bars and restaurants. The great value and shared kitchen makes this an appealing choice for families.

For a B&B

Palacio Belmonte

  • Casa Das Janelas Com Vista is a chic bed and breakfast offering individually-decorated rooms, some with balconies and views of the river. A warm sitting room is stylishly furnished with modern design and antiques. Located in a quiet street in a historic neighbourhood of Lisbon this hotel offers children's menus and boardgames for families.
  • Palacio Belmonte is a very special B&B in Lisbon's medieval quarter with fantastic sea views. A nobleman's palace; historic, elegant and utterly romantic. Enormous family rooms and suites have original tiling, oil paintings, large marble bathrooms and private balconies. A treat for romantics and families alike.

Self-catering

The Visionaire Apartments

  • The Visionaire Apartments offers beautiful, self-contained apartments on Praça da Figueira. Inspired by 16th-century merchants' houses, the apartments boast tapestries and textiles from across the world. Rooms are spacious and bright, with self-catering facilities and living space. A stylish city stay.

For Luxury

Hotel Avenida

  • Hotel Avenida offers a taste of old world Lisbon in this classical five star hotel. Elegant rooms and suites have luxurious fabrics and wallpapers. Well placed in the centre of the city and very family-friendly; a great choice for travelling with children.
  • Martinhal Chiado is a stylish hotel, in the heart of Lisbon, perfect for family centred fun. Set in a beautiful townhouse, the suites are superbly designed maximising space, light and comfort. A well equipped kids club will have children distracted for hours, giving parents an opportunity to explore the city.

Still not sure?

The Best Family Hotels in Lisbon

Hotel Lisboa Plaza, a Lisbon Heritage Collection

Lisbon

Charming traditional-style hotel in the historic centre of Lisbon. Old world charm, elegant sun-flooded rooms, and perfect chill-out terrace. Sit beside the fire with a book borrowed from the private library. A home from home with a warm and family-friendly atmosphere.

  • Sights nearby - The hotel is just around the corner from Lisbon's National Monument, Santo António Church.
  • Great walks - One metro stop will bring you to Parque Eduardo VII, the largest park in central Lisbon.
  • Designer - Designer interiors by famed decorator Graca Viterbo.
  • Traditional - Traditional decor with contemporary touches
from CA$358 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Palacio Belmonte

Lisbon

One of Lisbon’s hidden secrets, this palace dating back to the 15th century offers a Lisbon of yesteryear, surrounded by bougainvillea-filled gardens and beyond that, the narrow, atmospheric, streets of Moorish Alfama. Many rooms have original tiling, oil paintings and large marble bathrooms.

  • Romantic Break - This medieval quarter definitely gives a romantic air with beautiful sea views and elegant rooms.
  • Families - Large suites give plenty of space for families, great views and close to main sights.
  • Views - Fantastic sea views from balconies and terraces.
  • Chic - A favourite with Christian Laboutin.
from CA$738 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Hotel Avenida Palace

Lisbon

A taste of old world Lisbon in this classical Five Star hotel. Elegant rooms and suites have luxurious fabrics and wallpapers. Fitness centre, business facilities and a lovely lobby. A great choice for families, couples and business visitors.

  • Sights nearby - Set in the centre of the city close to both Bairro Alto and Chaido districts.
  • Families - A great central location with large suites which are perfect for families.
  • City Style - This is a city stay with luxury and traditional style.
  • Local markets
from CA$224 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Casa das Janelas com vista

Lisbon

A chic bed and breakfast offering unique individually-decorated rooms, some with balconies and views of the river. A warm sitting room is stylishly furnished with modern design and antiques. Located in a quiet street in a historic neighbourhood of Lisbon - a good base for exploring the city.

  • City Style - Chic interiors, luxurious beds and fantastic local wines all within a few minutes walk of Lisbon's hotspots!
  • Local exploring - Ideally located in Bairro Alto with easy train connectivity to other parts of the city.
  • Families - The hotel provides board games, a library and a special kids menu for breakfast.
  • Local markets - The Ribeira Riverside Market has many kiosks, restaurants, cocktail bars and ice-cream parlours.
from CA$178 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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The Sky Lofts

Lisbon

A charming, low-cost loft hotel near Lisbon's city centre. The rooms are comfortable and spacious with simple furnishings and original loft roofs. The surrounding area is home to trendy art galleries and lively bars and restaurants. A great cost-effective option for Lisbon.

  • Groups - Trendy location overlooking Eduardo VII Park, loft style rooms and shared kitchen make it perfect for a group holiday.
  • Value chic - With a near city centre location and rooms starting at as low as €64, this is a very wallet friendly stay
  • Sights nearby - Visit Lisbons historic old town via a ride on the iconic Glória Funicular.
from CA$94 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Martinhal Chiado

Lisbon

A stylish hotel, in the heart of Lisbon, perfect for family centred fun. Set in beautiful townhouse, the suites are superbly designed maximising space, light and comfort. A well equipped kids club will have the kids distracted for hours, whilst the parents explore the city.

  • Families - The spacious self-catering apartments are designed with families in mind, as is the funky kids club!
  • City Style - A cool contemporary hotel, with sleek interiors and bold design- right in the heart of Lisbon.
  • Sights nearby - Visit the nearby Jeronimos Monastery.
  • Restaurant -
from CA$320 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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The Visionaire Apartments

Lisbon (Santa Maria Maior)

This hotel offers beautiful, self-contained apartments on Praça da Figueira in Lisbon. Inspired by 16th-century merchants' houses, the apartments boast tapestries and textiles from across the world. Rooms are spacious and bright, with self-catering facilities and living space. A stylish city stay.

  • City Style - Located in the heart of Lisbon in a heritage building, this hotel is oozing city style
  • Families - The apartments are great for families, with self-catering facilities and living space
  • Romantic Break - Couples will love these stylish apartments with luxurious beds and plush linens
  • Great walks - Wander the picturesque streets of Lisbon to reach the pretty botanical garden, Jardim Botânico da Universidade de Lisboa
from CA$184 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Written by Katie Harris

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