Best Luxury Hotels in Portugal

With its superb golf resorts, beautiful beaches and historic and captivating cities, Portugal is a destination that appeals to many different types of travellers. Browse our collection of the best luxury hotels and resorts and discover the perfect Portugal holiday for you.

Portugal, Cascais

Sheraton Cascais Resort

Hotel
(5 stars)
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Rooms 154 Accommodations, including Expansive Four-bedroom Suites
Amenities Dining options include the Glass Terrace & Yakuza Cascais, Award-winning Serenity Spa, a Fully Equipped Fitness Centre, an Outdoor Pool Amidst Lush Gardens, & Versatile Event Spaces
More Located in the Exclusive Quinta Da Marinha Area of Cascais

Another top choice for golfers, this 149 bedroom family-friendly resort is close to many excellent courses. It has a huge pool, divided into two sections (heated and ambient), each separated by a meandering wooden walkway. Pair plates with creative cocktails at Kyma and eat seafood at The Glass Terrace Restaurant. There are lots of activities for kids, including an outdoor play area with wooden teepees, a dedicated club during the school holidays and an animation team. And adults can take some time out in the Serenity Spa. A free shuttle bus escorts guests to the bay area, where many more activities can be arranged.

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Centro, Coimbra

Quinta das Lágrimas

Hotel
(5 stars)
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Rooms 55 Rooms including 6 Suites & 19 Connecting Rooms
Amenities Fine Dining Restaurant, Bar, Spa & Wellness Facilities, Fitness Centre, indoor & Outdoor Pools, Golf Course
More Located in an 18th-century Palace Surrounded by 12 Hectares of Historic Gardens in Coimbra, Portugal

A grand home that once welcomed emperors and royalty (including providing the backdrop for Prince Pedro and Inês de Castro’s illicit love affair), Quinta das Lágrimas is now a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Indeed, you can read about the local history in ancient books contained within the hotel’s exotic wood-panelled library. Set among 12 acres of gardens, the estate includes a pool surrounded by Balinese-style daybeds, a golf course, a golf academy, a driving range, a putting green, sweeping stone staircases and a dining terrace. Inside is the Bamboo Garden Spa and pool with floor-to-ceiling windows and several excellent eateries.

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Centro, Lousã

Octant Lousã

Hotel
(4 stars)
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Rooms 46 Rooms including Six Suites
Amenities Dining includes a Viscondessa Restaurant & a Lobby Bar, Spa, Fitness Centre, Outdoor Pool, Meeting Facilities
More Situated in an 18th-century Palace overlooking the Serra Da Lous in Central Portugal

A former noblewoman’s residence, this palace in the Serra Lousã hills contains three centuries of stories inside, with mountain views outside. 46 rooms are available in the original house (with period features and a Juliet balcony), or in the newer wing — all are glamorous with on-trend meets vintage decor. Guests can swim indoors within the spa area, or in the garden’s outdoor pool. Portuguese plates are served in the fashionable top-floor À Terra, either in the main dining room or at the chef’s table in a glass-ceilinged annexe. And A Viscondessa is Octant Lousã’s new venue for fine food.

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Algarve, Quinta do Lago

Shangri-La Boracay

Hotel
(5 stars)
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Rooms 219 Rooms & Villas Including Options With Private Pools & Outdoor Whirlpools.
Amenities Dining Venues Offer Seafood, Italian Cuisine, & International Buffets Alongside A Spa Complex, Fitness Centre, Lagoon-Style Pool, Kids' Club, Tennis Courts, & Butler Service.
More Located On Boracay Island's Secluded Northern Coastline With Private Beach Access & Panoramic Ocean Views.

Located on the island’s northern coast, this Shangri-La property offers six-star service. Its private white sand beach provides opportunities for watersports. Or you can get active by playing tennis and golf onsite. Babysitting services and a kids’ club take care of the children, while you spend time in the spa, or enjoy a romantic candlelit meal for two overlooking the ocean. There are six restaurants and bars in total, serving everything from international buffet food to tapas sharing plates and gourmet oven-baked pizza. Stay in a bedroom, a suite, a tree-house villa, or a garden villa.

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Madeira Islands, Calheta

Saccharum Resort & Spa

Hotel
(5 stars)
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Rooms 243 Rooms & Suites Each with Private Balconies offering Mountain or Ocean Views
Amenities Alambique La Carte Restaurant, Engenho Buffet Restaurant, Trapiche Poolside Restaurant, & Calhau Beach Club
More Located in Calheta, Madeira, Combining Proximity to the Atlantic Ocean & Mountains in a Design inspired by the Island's Sugar industry

The Saccharum Hotel, part of the Savoy Signature collection, is a luxurious 5-star resort situated in Arco da Calheta, Madeira, Portugal. The hotel is inspired by the island’s sugar cane heritage, featuring contemporary design with natural elements. Accommodations range from stylish rooms to opulent suites, many with panoramic ocean views. The resort offers diverse dining options, including a buffet restaurant, an à la carte restaurant, and multiple bars. Guests can indulge in the premium spa with a range of treatments, multiple swimming pools, a fitness centre, and a variety of activities such as yoga and Tai Chi. The hotel also features state-of-the-art conference facilities, making it suitable for both leisure and business travellers. Additionally, Saccharum provides unique experiences like local food workshops and mixology classes, enhancing the cultural and culinary experience.

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Madeira Islands, Funchal

The Reserve

Hotel
(5 stars)

The Reserve is a distinguished hotel set within the grounds of its sister hotel the, Savoy Palace, in Madeira, Portugal. This exclusive establishment boasts 40 elegantly appointed rooms and suites, each facing the sea and located on the highest floors of Savoy Palace, designed to offer the utmost in comfort and luxury. The Reserve offers its guests exclusive access and the attentive services of dedicated Guest Experience Personal Assistants (GEPAs) to ensure a flawless visit. Ideally located close to Madeira’s prime attractions, The Reserve enriches guests’ stays with wellness activities, city exploration, and high-end dining at the Jacarandá Club, alongside bespoke experiences ranging from yacht excursions to wine sampling sessions. Guests at The Reserve enjoy access to all amenities and services provided by the impressive Savoy Palace, including the Laurea Spa, four swimming pools, verdant gardens, beach fronts, and a variety of restaurants including sun-deck and poolside dining and the Galáxia Skyfood restaurant serving Madeiran and international flavours.

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Madeira Islands, Funchal

Les Suites at The Cliff Bay

Hotel
(5 stars)
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Rooms 23 Luxury Suites With Options Including Duplex & Two-Bedroom Configurations.
Amenities Dining Venues Offer Varied Culinary Experiences Alongside Spa Facilities Fitness Centre Infinity Pool & Indoor Pool.
More Located In Funchal Madeira With Access To Sister Property Amenities Including A Two Michelin-Starred Restaurant.

Les Suites at The Cliff Bay in Madeira is an exclusive five-star hotel with 23 luxury suites, offering comfort, tranquillity, and historical elegance. Located near Funchal Bay, the hotel features lush gardens, an infinity pool, and stunning sea views. Guests have access to amenities including multiple pools, a spa, a gym, a cinema room, and a variety of dining options, such as the innovative Avista restaurant. The suites are spacious with modern comforts, ensuring a serene and luxurious stay.

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Norte Region, Braga

Meliá Braga

Hotel
(5 stars)
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Rooms 182 Rooms & Suites including Standard Rooms Family Rooms & Luxury Suites
Amenities El Olivo Restaurant Bar Bracara Poolside Bar Spa with indoor Pool Sauna Jacuzzi Turkish Bath Fitness centre Outdoor Pool & Pet-Friendly Services
More Located Minutes from Braga City Centre near University of Minho & Bom Jesus De Braga

This polished and chic urban spa resort offers a very different visual experience, as a striking modern glass-fronted high rise. The Melia is all about innovation and technology, rather than history. The spa occupies 800m² with a hydrothermal circuit and massage cabins, and the outdoor pool area spans 350m², with a bar, sunbeds and Bali beds. Single bedrooms through to a Presidential Suite can be booked, catering to every traveller, be they a solo adventurer or a family group. All meals are served in the El Olivo Restaurant, with the Bracara Bar for drinks.

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Norte Region, Cervães

Torre de Gomariz Wine & Spa Hotel

Hotel
(5 stars)
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Rooms 24 Accommodations Comprising 12 Rooms & 12 Suites including Camellia & Tower Suites
Amenities Gomariz Restaurant Serving Contemporary Portuguese Cuisine, Tower Bar, Camellia Spa with indoor Pool & Jacuzzi, Outdoor Pool Overlooking Vineyards, & Tennis Facilities
More Situated in Cerves Amidst Verdant Landscapes Dominated by Vineyards & Leafy forests

Venture a little further out of town, to Torre de Gomariz Wine & Spa Hotel, deep in the northern vineyards of Portuguese wine country. The nearby forestry and acres of greenery make this a peaceful escape, in five-star style. The boutique property is found in the parish of Cervães, Minho and dates to the 15th and 16th centuries, with a romantic medieval tower at its heart. Guests can sample the local produce at the Wine Bar, or dine in slightly more formal surroundings at the Gomariz Restaurant. Popular daytime activities include hiking, hopping on a bike, playing tennis, or chilling out in the Camellia Spa.

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Norte Region, Braga

Vila Gale Collection Braga

Hotel
(4 stars)
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Rooms 123 Rooms including 20 Family Rooms & 15 Suites
Amenities Two Restaurants, a Bar, Satsanga Spa with Heated indoor Pool, Gym, & Outdoor Pools for Adults & Children
More Located in a Historic Building in the Heart of BragaLocated in a Historic Building in the Heart of Braga

Stay in a 16th-century building which had former purposes as a hospital, a hermitage devoted to São Marcos, a hostel and a Templar convent. Wrought-iron balconettes, a huge pillared courtyard and statues keeping watch over the rooftop are contrasted by a palm-flanked pool terrace to the rear. There is also an indoor pool, a kids’ play area, a spa, a gym and two restaurants, along with over 100 bedrooms. Although reincarnated as a hotel in 2018, the property retains a classical, almost medieval Portuguese style, that infuses every corner with a sense of history.

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Norte Region, Porto

Porto A.S. 1829 Hotel

Hotel
(4 stars)
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Rooms 41 Rooms Across 8 Types including Superior Double Rooms with City Views & Family Rooms
Amenities Galeria Do Largo Restaurant Serving Traditional Portuguese Cuisine with a Contemporary Twist
More Located Between Rua Das Flores & Largo De So Domingos, Close to Cultural attractions in Porto's Historic Centre

Located in the historical centre of Porto in an old renovated building, this hotel is close to many of the cities best sights such as Clerigos Tower. The rooms are spacious and all have private bathrooms and a view, many overlooking the charming Porto city. All are fitted with modern amenities such as air conditioning, flat-screen TV’s, WiFi, and some come with a classic bathtub. There is a snack bar for local snacks and small meals, and breakfast is available for guests on request. Nearby attractions include the lively Ribeira area, the Dom Luis I Bridge, and the Porto Cathedral.

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Norte Region, Porto

1872 River House by Olivia

Hotel
(4 stars)
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Rooms 8 Unique Rooms, Half With River Views
Amenities Complimentary Breakfast, Airport Shuttle on Request
More Located Near Attractions Such As Luís I Bridge And São Francisco Church

This hidden gem is located near the Duoro River in a renovated 19th-century rowhouse in the heart of Porto with views over the riverside area. There are eight rooms at the hotel which are all air-conditioned and have either city or river views. All have WiFi and a private bathroom. Breakfast is served daily in the bright and airy dining area, or it can be delivered to your room. Nearby attractions include the historical Ribeira area and the centre of Porto is a short walk away. The waterfront promenade can be toured at ease by bike which the hotel can rent to guests, and guided city tours can also be arranged.

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