Lumiares

Lisbon's hillside position, its beautiful coloured houses with red-tiled roofs and, of course, its ocean views make choosing a hotel from which to enjoy these vistas a bit of a no-brainer. For those in search of a front-line view of the sea, picking a location such as Bairro Alto or Alfama is a good choice. Alternatively, Avenida da Liberdade's higher position allows for views of the whole city as well as easy access to the shops and sights. Our collection of the best hotels in Lisbon with a rooftop terrace include charming traditional properties or cool contemporary stays complete with a terrace pool or bar.

The best hotels in Lisbon with a rooftop terrace

Boutique

Bairro Alto Hotel is a contemporary boutique hotel with minimalist interiors and a warm ambience. Rooms have white washed walls, frescoes of birds and wooden floors. Sweeping views of Lisbon and the Tagus River from the roof terrace make this a stylish city break.

Traditional

As Janelas Verdes

As Janelas Verdes, A Lisbon Heritage Collection, is charming and elegant, this townhouse hotel oozes quiet calm and comfort. Bedrooms are classically designed, with generous bathrooms, and there’s both a patio and rooftop terrace - the latter with stunning views.

Hotel Lisboa Plaza, A Lisbon Heritage Collection, is a charming traditional-style hotel in the historic centre of Lisbon. Old world charm, elegant sun-flooded rooms, and a 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.

Rooftop Bar

The Lumiares

The Independente Suites and Terrace offers quirkily decorated rooms in a turn-of-the-century townhouse with stunning views across the city. A choice of two restaurants, one with rooftop terrace and bar. A first-rate city stay.

The Lumiares a stunning 5-star hotel in the heart of the Bairro Alto district of Lisbon, offering rooms and suites that blend classic Portuguese decor with chic contemporary style. Featuring a spacious spa, two restaurants and a rooftop bar. A prime location for exploring the cobbled alleys and shops of Lisbon.

9 Mercy is a cutting-edge city hotel boasting seriously slick design. The rooms are luxurious, complete with dim lighting and black and gold detail. Expertly crafted cocktails are served on the rooftop bar overlooking Lisbon's colourful landscape. A stylish urban base offering an unbeatable location.

Verride Palacio Santa Catarina is a grand 18th century city house that combines chic decor and classical design. The rooms and suites have either a river or city view. There are two exemplary restaurants, a rooftop bar and stunning pool. The devil's in the detail here with all the carpets and linens handmade. Elegance defined.

Rooftop Swimming Pool

Memmo Alfama is tucked away in the higgledy-piggledy streets of Alfama, the city’s most atmospheric district, this hotel is a surprise. Designer-cool and surprisingly large with a rooftop pool and stunning views. Bright white and cream rooms and suites have wooden floors, clean lines, and private balconies.

Torel Palace comprises of two elegant townhouses joining to form this sleek Lisbon hotel. Its attractive terrace with great views has a pretty pool and loungers. Quirky interiors feature ornate plasterwork and fun contemporary furniture, while romantic rooms have high ceilings and elegant decor. A great city-centre bolthole.

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The Best Hotels in Lisbon with a Rooftop Terrace

Bairro Alto Hotel

Lisbon (Bairro Alto)

Lisbon’s first boutique hotel, recently re-opened to a well-deserved fanfare of acclaim, including the addition of a restaurant by Nuno Mendes, the first outpost of the London-based chef in his home town. Sweeping views of Lisbon and the Tagus from the roof terrace make this a stylish city break.

  • City Style - A charming hotel in Lisbon's arty district, with classic chic decor, hand painted frescoes and amazing rooftop bar.
  • Roof terrace - Sweeping views of Lisbon and the River Tagus
  • Sights nearby - Right in the centre of town on Lisbon's main square Praça Luís de Camões, within walking distance of the castle.
  • Great walks - The hotel offers two hour free English-speaking walking tours of the hip neighbourhood.
from $331 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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As Janelas Verdes, a Lisbon Heritage Collection

Lisbon

Charming and elegant, this townhouse hotel oozes quiet calm and comfort. Bedrooms are classically designed, with generous bathrooms, and there’s both a patio and rooftop terrace - the latter with stunning views.

  • City Style - This aristocratic townhouse breathes artistic elegance, with complimentary port in the library and objets d’art at every turn.
  • Writing a novel - Once the home of the Portuguese novelist Eça de Queirós, the hotel retains a refined literary air.
  • Full of character - The decor honors the 18th C Palace style and creates a relaxed ambience.
  • Views
from $230 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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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 $256 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Memmo Alfama

Lisbon

Tucked away in the higgledy-piggledy streets of Alfama, the city’s most atmospheric district, this hotel is a surprise. Designer-cool and surprisingly large with pool and stunning views. Bright white and cream rooms and suites have wooden floors, clean lines, and private balconies.

  • City Style - Clean lines and bright colours with a great vibe in the rooftop winebar, with great city views.
  • Views -
  • Sights nearby - Santa Justa Elevator and Rossio Square.
  • Swimming Pool -
from $298 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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The Independente Suites and Terrace

Lisbon

Quirkily decorated rooms in a turn-of-the-century townhouse with stunning views across the city. A choice of two restaurants, one with rooftop terrace and bar. A first-rate city stay.

  • City Style - A stylish spot boasting parquet flooring and stucco ceilings, perfectly positioned in the hip Bairro Alto
  • Local exploring - With bikes available to use and many sights nearby, there's no excuse not to explore all over the city
  • Sights nearby - Head over to Chiado square, wander along Liberty Avenue or check out the architecturally stunning Jeronimos Monastery
  • Local markets - Time Out market aims to attract the city's finest food and cultural experiences under one roof-a must visit!
from $135 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Verride Palacio Santa Catarina

Lisbon (1200-401 )

A grand 18th century city house that combines chic decor and classical design. The rooms and suites have either a river or city view. There are two exemplary restaurants, a rooftop bar and stunning pool. The devil's in the detail here with all the carpets and linens handmade. Elegance defined.

  • City Style - A former Venetian palace's chandelier hangs above the living room; one of the royal suites has hand-painted Portuguese tiles
  • Romantic Break - Bairro Alto, the trendiest area to party in Lisbon, is a 3 minute walk away
  • Sights nearby - Visit the late Gothic Manueline-style Jerónimos Monastery or the imposing São Jorge Castle
  • Swimming Pool - Outdoor pool
from $315 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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The Lumiares

Lisbon (Misericordia)

Occupying a beautifully renovated 18th-century palace set on an old cobblestone street in the lively Barrio Alto district, this boutique hotel offers chic, mini-apartment style rooms, a restaurant, rooftop bar, gym and spa, and is easy walking distance from the city’s main attractions.

  • Spa breaks - The spa boasts a gym, sauna, steam room and a variety of massage and beauty treatments.
  • Sights nearby - The Carmo Convent, a ruined old monastery, is a short walk away.
  • Views -
  • Spa -
from $189 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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9 Mercy

Lisbon

A cutting-edge city hotel boasting seriously slick design. The rooms are luxurious, complete with dim lighting and black and gold detail. Expertly crafted cocktails are served on the rooftop bar overlooking Lisbon's colourful landscape. A stylish urban base offering an unbeatable location.

  • Local exploring - The hotel stands on a street between Chiado and Bairro Alto - both districts are vibrant, filled with restaurants and churches
  • City Style - The design is slick: black-brick townhouse exterior, with gilded, velvet interior touches
  • Short break - Perfect for a quick city stop-over - taking you straight into the heart of things
  • Sights nearby - Iconic symbol 'Convento do Carmo' is an old gothic convent located just around the corner
from $168 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Torel Palace, Lisbon

Lisbon (1150-082 Lisboa )

Two turn-of-the-century mansions lovingly converted into a boutique hotel set atop one of Lisbon’s seven hills. Elegant rooms mix traditional and contemporary styles. Think high ceilings, chandeliers, and retro-style furniture. A large outdoor pool and atmospheric restaurant complete the picture.

  • Local exploring - Perfectly set in a quite spot yet in the heart of the city, walking distance to museums, markets, and historical attractions
  • City Style - Mixing traditional design and architecture with chic contemporary touches makes this a desirable city pad
  • Sights nearby - Head to beautiful sights such as the Torre de Belém, St George’s Castle and the Monastery of Jerónimos
  • Restaurant - Indoor and outdoor dining in the elegant restaurant that serves dishes with international flavours
from $256 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Written by Katie Harris

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