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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Porto
Pestana Vintage Porto
4.4
(12)
· Luxury
Pestana Vintage Porto occupies a series of restored, UNESCO-listed landmark buildings along the riverside in atmospheric Ribeira. Guests will find easy access to river cruises and the city's famous wine cellars, and landmarks like São Bento station and the Torre dos Clérigos are within an easy...
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Coimbra
Octant Hotels Palácio da Lousã
5.0
(2)
· Upscale
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)
· Upscale
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...
Algarve
Lagos Avenida Hotel
4.4
(13)
· Upscale
Coastal chic is the theme at Lagos Avenida Hotel, an adults-only boutique property that overlooks the marina in central Lagos. Guests will find the historic Old Town within easy walking distance, and countless Algarve beaches are under 10 minutes away by car. The hotel's 40+ rooms feature...
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Coimbra
Hotel Quinta das Lágrimas
4.7
(3)
· Luxury
History buffs, romantics, and curious travelers will find a treasure trove at Quinta das Lagrimas, a 14th-century palace that was the site of one of history's more tragic love stories. The Portuguese Prince Pedro and Spanish noblewoman Inês de Castro began their forbidden affair on these grounds....
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Pinhão
The Vintage House
4.7
(3)
· Luxury
Relax at The Vintage House, a luxury hotel in the town of Pinhão overlooking the Douro River. Pinhão is a charming town that's 1.5 hours from Porto by car or 2.5 hours by train. Whether you take the train or not, be sure to check out the 19th-century railway station just behind the hotel, where...
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Lisbon
HF Fénix Lisboa
4.7
(3)
· Upscale
Standing over Marquês de Pombal Square, HF Fénix Lisboa offers a clean and comfortable stay in one of Lisbon's most central locations. It's just next to Edward VII Park, which has clear views of the city and sea. The hotel is also next to the metro, so you can reach Bairro Alto or Old Town in...
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Évora
The Noble House
4.4
(11)
· Upscale
Évora's rich history is on display at The Noble House, a small boutique property that retains touches of its past as a 15th-century mansion built atop ancient Roman walls. Located within the city's UNESCO-listed center, the hotel is just a 3-minute walk from famous sites like the Cathedral and...
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Cascais
Pestana Cidadela Cascais
4.3
(13)
· Luxury
Located within the walls of a 16th-century seaside fortress, Pestana Cidadela Cascais is a contemporary luxury hotel that showcases modern art in imaginative and innovative ways. Guests will find the center of Cascais and multiple beaches within a 5-minute walk, while Sintra and Lisbon are an...
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Lagos (Algarve)
Tivoli Lagos
4.3
(10)
· Upscale
Tivoli Lagos blends the stylings of a mid-century coastal resort with a convenient location at the edge of Lagos Old Town. Guests will find restaurants, shops, and the picturesque harbor just a short stroll away, with beaches like Praia do Camilo easily accessible by car. Spread across nine...
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Évora
Évora Olive Hotel
4.2
(28)
· Upscale
Adult-centric Évora Olive Hotel is a stylish, modern oasis within Évora's historic city walls that pays tribute to the region's olive oil industry. Receiving top marks for its central location, guests are perfectly placed to explore the city on foot with many attractions in a 5- to 10-minute...
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Peso da Régua
Quinta do Vallado
5.0
(1)
· Upscale
If you're interested in the history of wine-making in the Douro Valley, you won't find a better place than the adults-only Quinta do Vallado, just 10 minutes outside the region's capital of Peso da Régua. Established in 1716, Quinta do Vallado is one of the oldest estates in the Douro Valley. It...
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Peso da Régua
Casa de São Domingos
5.0
(1)
· Upscale
Douro Valley hospitality abounds at Casa de São Domingos, a charming, family-run bed-and-breakfast in Peso da Régua. Located just a 15-minute walk from a vibrant riverfront area filled with restaurants and shops, the property feels like visiting a friend's country house, with cozy common areas,...
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Lisbon
Nicola Rossio Hotel
5.0
(1)
· Mid-Range
The small, townhouse-style Nicola Rossio Hotel offers an homage to the Art Deco from its perch at the edge of Lisbon's central Rossio Square. Travelers will find plenty of city landmarks on their doorstep, including the hilltop Castelo de São Jorge, and the 20+ rooms embrace the hotel's vintage...
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Cascais
Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux
5.0
(1)
· Luxury
Experience a mix of luxury and wildness at the Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux, a cliffside retreat overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Located just a 15-minute drive from the center of Cascais, Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux is primely situated between two of the...
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Peso da Régua
Quinta de S. Bernardo Winery & Farmhouse
5.0
(1)
· Upscale
History is alive and cozy in Quinta de S. Bernardo Winery & Farmhouse, a family-run boutique hotel whose walls hold hundreds of years of stories just about 1.5 hours outside of Porto. The farmhouse building dates back to 1756, while the family-run winery began in 1912—so this is an ideal...
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Tavira
Tivoli Carvoeiro
5.0
(1)
· Luxury
Perched on the Vale Covo cliffs, Tivoli Carvoeiro Algarve Resort offers a stay of contemporary style in a prime location in the Algarve. The hotel is in Carvoeiro, a small, charming beachside town with whitewashed buildings, shops, and restaurants overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The Algarve's...
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Coimbra
Aeminium Coimbra Hotel
5.0
(1)
· Upscale
Aeminium Coimbra Hotel, about a 30-minute walk from the city's historic center, offers a simple and modern stay in Coimbra. Walk to Old Town or drive there in 15 minutes to begin your exploration of Portugal's former capital, which is just over an hour from Porto and two hours from Lisbon. The...
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Lisbon
The Ivens, Autograph Collection
5.0
(1)
· Luxury
Tap into your inner explorer at The Ivens, a colorful oasis in the center of Lisbon. This 19th-century building was once the first luxury warehouse in the city and later housed Portugal's first public radio station. The Ivens is in Chiado, known as one of the best areas to discover Lisbon;...
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Douro Valley
Quinta do Pego
5.0
(1)
· Upscale
Relax with the sweeping views of the Douro Valley at Quinta do Pego, a wine estate just 10 minutes from the lovely town of Pinhão. You can take a scenic 2.5-hour train ride from Porto to Pinhão, home to an azulejo-lined 19th-century train station and renowned wine estates like Quinta do Bomfim....
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Algarve
Vila Vita Parc
5.0
(1)
· Luxury
Situated in the center of the Algarve just above the Atlantic Ocean, Vila Vita Parc has made a name for itself as one of the top luxury resorts in Portugal since its opening in 1992. Walk to the beach in just five minutes or take in views of the ocean from almost anywhere on the grounds of this...
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Porto
Catalonia Porto
5.0
(1)
· Upscale
Catalonia Porto offers a comfortable and modern stay in the local neighborhood of Batalha, just next to Ribeira, Porto's historic center. Wander through the hilly, cobblestoned streets filled with narrow tenement houses painted in bright colors or covered with blue-and-white azulejo tiles until...
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Albufeira
Real Bellavista Hotel & Spa
5.0
(1)
· Upscale
Located just 10 minutes from the Old Town of Albufeira, Real Bellavista Hotel and Spa offers an all-inclusive stay away from downtown. Walk to Old Town in 25 minutes or catch a ride with the hotel's shuttle to wander the cobbled streets, feel the Roman and Moorish history of the city, and explore...
Cascais
ARTSY Cascais
5.0
(1)
· Luxury
The Artsy Hotel is a charming boutique hotel overlooking the harbor. Travelers will appreciate its quiet location, just a five-minute walk from a variety of restaurants, making it the perfect escape from the town's hustle and bustle. The hotel features 17 rooms with a boutique feel, decorated...
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Algarve
Boavista Golf & Spa—Bela Colina Village
4.5
(2)
· Luxury
Enjoy a vacation of recreational activities and comforts at Boavista Golf & Spa - Bela Colina Village, located just a 10-minute drive from Lagos' Old Town. Some of the area's best beaches, like Praia Dona Ana and Ponta da Piedade, are just 10 minutes away by car. This is an ideal location to...
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Lagos (Algarve)
Marina Rio
4.5
(2)
· Upscale
Standing on the marina of Lagos, Marina Río Hotel is in a prime location just 10 minutes walking from Old Town, where you'll find sites like the 18th-century Baroque Church of Saint Antonio with its fantastic gilded wooden interior and the medieval castle. Nearby beaches like Praia Dona Ana and...
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Cascais
The Albatroz Hotel
4.5
(2)
· Luxury
Live like the royal family who used to summer in Cascais with a stay at the Albatroz Hotel, the former palace of the Duke of Loulé. Originally built in 1873, this luxury boutique hotel stands on a cliff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. There's a beach on either side, just a minute's walk away, so...
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Lisbon
Be Poet Baixa Hotel
4.2
(10)
· Mid-Range
Be Poet Baixa Hotel's charming literary theme gives it a little more character than the standard mid-range hotel, and its address on the pedestrian Rua Augusta puts guests right in the middle of Lisbon's action between Rossio Square and Praça do Comércio. The compact rooms are spread across four...
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Évora
Hotel Albergaria do Calvário
4.2
(5)
· Mid-Range
Located on the edge of the Old Town of Évora, Hotel Albergaria do Calvário takes a modern approach to its historic space. This building was once used for the Convent of Santa Helena do Monte Calvário's production of olive oil, and you can see remnants of its past in its arches and other details....
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Porto
The Editory House Ribeira
4.1
(9)
· Upscale
The Editory House Ribeira Hotel, located in Porto's Sao Nicolau neighborhood, is an urban and modern establishment that embodies the authenticity of the city. The hotel, built on the former site of Balleteatro—the first theater and dance school in Porto—effortlessly blends history with...

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.