“Impeccably designed apartments featuring a great balance of thoughtfully sourced artisanal and contemporary pieces, and upcycled or vintage furniture. The effect is a sophisticated home-away-from-home, with tasty breakfasts delivered each morning. A great base for discerning, independent guests.”
“Impeccably designed apartments featuring a great balance of thoughtfully sourced artisanal and contemporary pieces, and upcycled or vintage furniture. The effect is a sophisticated home-away-from-home, with tasty breakfasts delivered each morning. A great base for discerning, independent guests.”
Hotel Review
The owners of The Lisboans want you to experience Lisbon as a local, just for a few days. Conjured from a restored 19th century factory set above Roman pombaline ruins, they’ve sourced artisan furniture, handmade Azulejo tiles, and local antiques to add whimsy to sparkling clean one- and two-bed apartments. Shelves are lined with interesting books, and huge windows flood the high-ceilinged rooms with that very special Lisbon light. Bag the penthouse and you’ll get a stunning view to boot: Castelo de São Jorge to the north, the cathedral to the east and the Tagus River beyond a sea of terracotta rooftops. Fridges are filled with pastries and fresh orange juice for breakfast (wonderful) but the real highlight is padding downstairs to Prado, the strictly seasonal, forever trendy sister restaurant — they only serve organic, biodynamic, and natural wines, and some of the dishes are very inventive. For a more laid back and equally fun experience, down the road is Prado Mercearia. A deli/grocery store/wine bar/bistro you can stock your apartment’s well equipped kitchenette or stay for a plate of ham and cheese, before wandering further into the beautiful Baixa area and beyond.
Written by Amy Rose Everett
Recommended For
- Local exploring
- Situated in the central and vibrant Baixa neighbourood, ideal for exploring the bars, shops and sights
- Great walks
- Walk around these buzzing historic streets for a taste of local colour and culture
- Other Activities
- Go on a day trip and take a train up the coast to Cascais, a truly lovely beach
- Sights nearby
- Head to Lisbon Cathedral just opposite and to the medieval São Jorge Castle
- Museums
- Visit the unusual and very interesting Museu Nacional dos Coches
- Romantic Break
- Local markets
- Hideaway
- Active Holiday
- City Style
- Cycling
- Families
- Groups
- Designer Shopping
- Close to nightlife
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Most of the apartments have a small private balcony
- No restaurant
- Daily breakfast provided
- Family Suites
- Disabled access
- Child friendly
- Pet friendly
- Luxury
- Designer
- Lively area
- Quiet
- Downtown
- Townhouse
- Artworks
- Chic
- Romantic
- Traditional
- Contemporary
- Charming
- Intimate
Facilities
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Most of the apartments have a small private balcony
- No restaurant
- Daily breakfast provided
- Safe
- Family Suites
- Air conditioning
- Walking distance restaurants
- Satellite / Cable TV
- Cots available
- Disabled access
- Sitting Room
- Child friendly
- Pet friendly
- Wifi
Activities
- Great walks
- Walk around these buzzing historic streets for a taste of local colour and culture
- Other Activities
- Go on a day trip and take a train up the coast to Cascais, a truly lovely beach
- Sights nearby
- Head to Lisbon Cathedral just opposite and to the medieval São Jorge Castle
- Museums
- Visit the unusual and very interesting Museu Nacional dos Coches
- Local markets
- Close to nightlife
- Cycling
- Designer Shopping
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