Wondering where to stay in Lisbon (AKA contemplating the best places to stay in Lisbon), especially if you’re planning a one day in Lisbon itinerary?
I get it.
When you’re from out of town and visiting a brand new city, you have no idea what neighborhood to stay in, let alone where you can find a reasonably priced hotel with a good location, that you will absolutely adore.
And if they have a divinely delicious, all you can eat breakfast, well then, can I move in?
No really. Feed me and I’m yours!
Anyway, I know all too well the challenges of finding the best hotels in Lisbon, Portugal (just read this post and you’ll understand what I mean).
That’s why:
I have asked some of my favorite travel bloggers to share their top picks for Lisbon accommodations.
Not only are all of these top Lisbon hotels amazing, but they are reasonably priced, have a great location, and fantastic amenities that will all help to make your 2 days in Lisbon itinerary THAT much more enjoyable!
Hopefully:
You’ll leave thinking, “Do I really have to go home?”
So relax, grab a Snuggie, make a cup of hot cocoa, and embrace this list of the best places to stay in Lisbon as you plan the perfect 2 days in Lisbon.
1. Hotel Lis – Baixa
By: Sarah Kennerley of Sarah Sees the World
I booked into Hotel Lis – Baixa in Lisbon at the recommendation of a fellow travel blogger.
It’s a four-star hotel which is reasonably priced, clean, tidy and centrally located near Praça do Comércio and the Santa Justa lift.
Typically:
European hotel rooms are rather small and ours here was no exception.
The two beds in our room were pushed close together and there wasn’t enough additional space for more than one person to have their suitcase open at a time.
However:
It was all we needed. The free wifi also worked perfectly, the room had a fantastic tv and the shower was excellent.
We also enjoyed a free glass of port downstairs in the lobby as a welcome drink on arrival.
What I probably loved the most about Hotel Lis – Baixa was the epic free breakfast which was included in our room rate!
All the items you’d expect in a traditional continental breakfast plus Portuguese Tarts and other pastries and drinks which included bubbly as well as juice and coffee.
It set us up wonderfully before we left for the day and explored Lisbon.
Address: Rua dos Douradores 146, 1100-107 Lisbon
Price: from €90 per room per night
2. Flores Guest House
By: Lauren Chu of The Ridgeline Report
I stayed at Flores Guest House, after a 120km hike along Portugal’s Southwest coast, and could happily celebrate our completion of Portugal’s famous Fishermen’s Trail.
Tucked away in Principe Real:
This neighborhood is one of the best places to stay in Lisbon since it’s known for its trendy shops, parks, and gardens.
And while the check-in office is on a narrow street, across from a romantic parkette, the actual rooms of the guest house are in separate buildings that seamlessly blending in with the surrounding neighborhood.
Inside:
A shared rooftop patio enhances the beauty of the small but clean rooms.
Flores Guest House is also a tranquil place that is far away from the commotion of the bar scene.
However:
IThis Lisbon hotel is also close enough to the city center for you to experience the beauty of the lively, surrounding neighborhood, where children, dogs, young couples, and tourists all congregate and add a quaint charm to the neighborhood.
Throughout our stay:
We often spent the cocktail hour in the parkette, sipping on wine and people watching in peace.
Best of all:
A fantastic breakfast is included with your stay!
Each morning, you wake up to a basket of fresh bread, a warm Portuguese egg tart, yogurt, fruit, ham & cheese delivered right to your door.
Breakfast in bed? Yes please!
Address: Travessa Piedade 38B – Praça das Flores, 1200-299 Lisboa, Principe Real
Price: from €110 per room per night
3. Hotel Gat Rossio
By: Helen Rapp of Helen on her Holidays
During my first visit to Lisbon:
We stayed 25km along the coast in Estoril, near Cascais.
And while both places make a great home base for Lisbon:
I definitely wanted to stay in Lisbon itself during my next visit.
Well:
We couldn’t have asked for a more centrally located accommodation than Hotel Gat Rossio.
Located in Baixa district, near two metro stations, and across the street from Rossio Station:
This hotel has a fantastic, central location and sits in a historic townhouse, along a quaint side street between Praça Rossio and Praça Restauradores.
Once inside the hotel:
You’ll find fantastic rooms that are simple but stylish with bent plywood shelves and quirky lightboxes.
Breakfast is also simple but traditional and delicious, with pastéis de Nata or bread served with olive oil, tomato, and salt.
One of the standout features of the hotel though is a large terrace, adjacent to the breakfast room, that is the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee or relax after spending an exciting 3 days in Lisbon.
Address: Rua do Jardim do Regedor 27-35, Santa Justa, Lisbon, Portugal
Price: from €70 per room per night
4. Lisbon Airbnb (Get a 35$ AirBnB Coupon Code Here)
By: Queenie Man of Ms Travel Solo
The quality of an accommodation can make or break your trip.
But I guarantee that you will a fabulous time in Lisbon if you stay at the Zebra House in the heart of Lisbon’s historic, city cente.
Located on the third floor of a quiet aprtment building in Chiado:
This Airbnb rental has everything you whether you’re planning a long-term stay or just a Lisbon 3 day itinerary.
Now:
This newly renovated apartment has a spacious living room, a full kitchen, a washing machine, and two bedrooms with queen size beds.
There’s even a fold out sofa bed in the living room and a workroom for any digital nomads out there.
And the location couldn’t be better.
Conveniently located near the Rossio train station and the Restauradores metro station, this apartment is also surrounded by a ton of amazing restaurants, cafes, shops and even a grocery store.
But best of all:
The Airbnb host is easy to communicate with and very hospitable. She even suggested a few restaurants where locals frequently dine.
Honestly:
Staying in an Airbnb is one of the best ways to explore a new city and learn about a new culture.
I highly recommend this apartment for anyone who is visiting Lisbon!
Price: from €90 per night
5. Feels Like Home Bica Prime Suites
By: Naomi of Probe Around the Globe
Close to Plaza Camoñes:
Feels Like Home Bica Prime Suites is a place that really does feel like home in Lisbon!
The rooms here are comfortable and spacious, with hardwood floors and soft paint tones, that give off a perfectly styled, European chic vibe.
Personally:
My favorite features were the big, warm shower and a comfortable bed that really do make you feel like you’re at home, just with an extra bit of luxury.
Plus:
There is a welcoming, downstairs common room that doubles as a breakfast room, that offers guests a wide assortment of Portuguese delicacies that are the perfect way to start your day.
The staff are also incredibly friendly and helpful and will go out of their way to assist you and resolve any issues instantly.
Yes:
The Feels Like Home Bica Suites in Lisbon is a fantastic Lisbon Hotel and will truly enhance any trip to Lisbon or any Portugal itinerary.
Just be quick and make a reservation well in advance since rooms book up quickly,
Address: Tv. do Sequeiro 4, 1200-109 Lisboa, Portugal
Price: from €95 per room per night
6. Lisbon Destination Hostel
Not gonna lie:
I’m an old fart and normally hate hostels.
I find them loud and annoying and filled with insane twenty-year-olds who only want to party.
And don’t even get me started on the grossness of the communal showers.
So when I booked a private room at Lisbon Destination Hostel, I was none too excited.
Especially since this hostel is literally IN Rossio Train Station.
But to my utter surprise…
I LOVED my stay here!
Not only were the staff incredibly kind and helpful, going out of their way to make me feel completely welcome, but the rooms were simple and clean, with charming, modern, and chic style decor.
And while the hostel did have a lively and fun vibe:
It was still quiet enough for you to relax at night after a long day of sightseeing in Lisbon.
And added bonus:
They offer amazing day tours to Sintra with fantastic tour guides who are kind, knowledgeable, and totally engaging; great for someone like me who solo traveled through Lisbon and was looking for a little company.
So if you’re traveling to Lisbon and are looking for one of the best hostels in Lisbon, then this is the place for you.
Address: Largo do Duque de Cadaval 17, Santa Justa, Lisbon, Portugal
Price: from €18 per room per night
7. YES! Hostel
Located near Praca do Comercio, Rua Augusta and Baixa Pombalina:
This fun and vibrant hostel is located in the historic and commercial districts of Lisbon and within walking distance of Lisbon’s many top attractions.
But this hostel doesn’t just offer guests a great location.
With a wide selection of private and dorm rooms available, guests can find a room that suits almost every budget.
Plus:
All of the room here are light and airy, with a modern feel that is enhanced by exquisite hardwood floors and classic, wooden furniture.
But the real appeal of this place is in the communal atmosphere.
Nightly “family” dinners, with a variety of vegetarian options available, make this hostel the perfect place to meet other, like-minded travelers.
And trust me:
You’ll never get bored with free amenities like wifi, shots (of the alcoholic variety), tea, coffee, chocolate, walking tours, and pub crawls.
A truly amazing place to stay in Lisbon if you have a limited budget.
Address: Rua de Sao Juliao 148
Price: Dorm rooms start at €15 a night.
8. Living Lounge Hostel
Located near the Baixa Chiado metro stop (in between the Chiado and Baixa districts):
Every private and dorm room in Living Lounger Hostel contains an amazing and unique piece of art that was created, by local artists, to represent Lisbon’s dynamic cultural scene.
And while each room is artisitcally different:
All of the rooms are warm, airy, modern, and secure with comfortable beds, tall ceilings, vibrantly colored walls, and free but fast wifi (thank God).
Head downstairs to the hostel common room:
And you’ll find a gorgeously decorated common lounge area, with charming chandeliers, fire red walls, and magical chaise lounges, that make this the perfect place to hang out, sip a drink, listen to music and meet new people.
There is also a lovely, upstairs garden room that is the perfect place to find solitude while reading a great book.
And added bonus:
The staff are incredibly helpful and will show you everything you need to know about the city.
Heck:
This hostel even offers guests an assortment of free activities, nightlife tours, and walking tours to choose from.
So check this hostel out and make the most of your time in Lisbon!
Address: Rua do Crucifixo 116 2nd floor
Price: Dorm rooms start at €18 a night.
9. York House Hotel Lisbon
Dating back to the 17th century:
The York House Hotel is convent turned hotel that is nestled deep in the peaceful Lapa district, within walking distance of the Ancient Art National Museum and the Time Out Mercado.
With 32, contemporary style rooms to choose from:
You’ll love the quirky decor here that pays homage to the building’s 17th-century origins with Portuguese tiles, wood paneling, and modern furniture.
I mean:
You can even swing in a hammock in the courtyard. How cool is that?
But the decor is just the start of this hotel’s insane awesomeness!
They also have wifi, laundry, room service, a bar, and a restaurant; everything you need for a fantastic luxury stay in Lisbon.
Sprinkle in some efficient, personalized customer service and you’ll have a hard time leaving your room while in Lisbon; especially since all the rooms have antique brick floors, terracotta tiled ceilings, wooden beams, and modern lighting.
And then there’s breakfast!
Served in the garden (depending on the weather), breakfast buffet items include literally anything you could possibly want, like croissants, cereals, fresh fruit, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, and more.
So prepare for a stay at a Lisbon Hotel that you will probably never want to leave.
Address:R. das Janelas Verdes, 1200-691 Lisboa, Portugal
Price: Private rooms with bathrooms start at €85 a night.
10. Altis Avenida
By: Inma Gregorio of A World to Travel
With five stars and an unbeatable location near Plaza Restauradores, opposite the Rossio train station, the sophisticated Altis Avenida boutique hotel is a real pleasure to stay in while visiting Lisbon.
Dripping with the decorative glamour of the 1940s:
Rooms here are chic and modern, with lines of artistic movement that make this hotel come to life.
Add in some spectacular city views:
And you could easily spend the day watching the city go by, from the quiet interiors of the hotel.
However:
The best thing about this hotel is on the top floor, where there is an exclusive Rossio restaurant with high quality, contemporary cuisine that centers around fresh products.
This restaurant also offers guests an extensive wine list that is sure to please any and all palates.
Plus:
Every morning, you can enjoy breakfast from a rooftop terrace, after sleeping like a baby in one of the hotel’s 118 rooms.
Besides a road trip through the Alentejo region, things really don’t get much better than this.
So enjoy Portugal and the enchanting city of Lisbon.
Address: R. 1 de Dezembro 120, 1200-360 Lisbon, Portugal
Price: Rooms start at € 100 a night.
11.Teatro Bed and Breakfast
By: Sarah and Justin of Travel Breathe Repeat
A true highlight of our trip to Lisbon was our stay at Teatro B&B.
This was our first visit to both Lisbon and Portugal, so we were looking for a cozy, centrally located hotel that also had a bit of Portuguese flair.
We found everything we wanted for a reasonable price at Teatro B&B.
This small, boutique hotel is perfectly situated and easily reachable by public transportation.
It’s also got quite a bit of character.
Literally, the hotel is across from the Teatro da Trindade, so all the rooms are theater-themed, ornately decorated, and named after a unique character from the theater.
Breakfast is also absolutely delicious and includes the tastiest Portuguese treats.
The perfect way to start your day before heading out to explore.
Address: R. Trindade 36, 1200-468 Lisboa, Portugal
Price: Rooms start at €78 per night