Best Luxury Hotels in Portugal

EPIC SANA Marquês Hotel is the sparkling new luxury business and leisure hotel in the heart of the Portuguese capital. This latest property from the luxury hospitality group SANA Hotels is in the very epicentre of Lisbon, close to the renowned square ‘Praça Do Marquês De Pombal’ and the most elegant avenues of Lisbon, including ‘Avenida Da Liberdade’. EPIC SANA Marquês offers innovatively designed accommodations and stylish facilities, including a rooftop pool and lounge, spa and gym at Sayanna Wellness as well as destination dining at Allora, a signature Italian restaurant, and a rooftop Japanese bar.

Conveniently located in the heart of Funchal, this elegant hotel offers gusts the chance to unwind in style beside the rooftop pool while taking in enchanting bay views. Wine lovers will really be in their element here, as not only is there an excellent selection of wines to sample in the onsite bar and restaurant, but the décor throughout the hotel was also inspired by the local fortified wine. The warm tones of the décor follow through into the spacious guest rooms and suites, where large picture windows treat guests to yet more stunning views, while guests are treated to en suite bathrooms and sumptuously decorated bedrooms with king sized beds that ensure a dreamy night’s sleep.

Hotel Pátio do Tijolo, offers a unique experience combining traditional Lisbon charm with modern, contemplative living. Ideally situated between the vibrant Bairro Alto and the authentic Príncipe Real neighbourhoods, this 24-room boutique hotel is a tranquil refuge for travellers. Its design prioritises shared spaces, including a lush courtyard, a kitchen, and the Loureiro salon, perfect for socialising with friends, meeting other guests or simply enjoying some time to just be. Embracing the “slow life” philosophy, the hotel showcases natural products, sustainable construction, and integration with Lisbon’s architectural heritage, featuring warm limestone exteriors, Lioz marble hues, and Pombaline-inspired facades. The interior, designed by Natalia Tubella and Carina Seelig’s Base Geométrica team, blends serene interiors with contemporary design elements, organic materials, and local art. Guest rooms offer views of the Tagus River and the 25 de Abril bridge, complemented by a garden that presents both a tropical and Mediterranean vibe, contributing to local biodiversity.

Located between Avenida da Liberdade and Marquês de Pombal, ME Lisbon introduces ME by Meliá to Portugal with a striking purpose-built property designed to reflect the city’s artistic pulse. The hotel comprises 213 design-led rooms and suites, including the signature Ultimate ME+ Suite, a 107-square-metre top-floor retreat offering sweeping views over Lisbon and São Jorge Castle. Interiors showcase Portuguese creativity through curated artworks, jacaranda-inspired hues and sculptural accents, giving the property a bold, immersive personality.

The atmosphere is modern and expressive, attracting both international guests and the local creative scene. On the ground floor, Fismuler presents seasonal Mediterranean dishes in a relaxed, Nordic-influenced setting, while the rooftop Attiko serves bold pan-Asian cuisine from chef Moon, with cocktails and panoramic city views. KORPO Spa provides a tranquil escape with an indoor pool, Turkish bath, sauna and signature Thalion and Scens therapies. The 24-hour gym ensures guests can stay active at any time. Throughout the hotel, cultural programming, local collaborations, and vibrant social spaces define the experience. With its city-centre location and artistic agenda, ME Lisbon offers a compelling base for travellers looking to connect with Lisbon’s contemporary rhythm.

Palacete Chafariz d’el Rei is a historic, luxurious and exclusive hotel set in the heart of Lisbon. Its design is eclectic “Art Nouveau’ with strong elements of Neo-Baroque and Neoclassical throughout and original 18th and 19th century features well preserved. The 5-star boutique hotel comprises six charming suites that present views across the city or over the Tejo river and all are elegant and individual spaces. Dining is a refined affair with traditional Portuguese flavours served in a grand setting, and the popular Royal Brunch presents an array of distinct and diverse delicacies. Guests can expect a warm and welcoming atmosphere and a truly memorable experience.

Occupying a former 17th-century convent the Locke de Santa Joana seamlessly blends Lisbon’s rich past with the present. The hotel’s interior is light and historical, with intricate mosaics and preserved features from the original building giving the hotel a unique flair. The Locke’s 370 serviced apartments pay homage to traditional Portuguese design aspects and are bathed in natural light which makes them the perfect place for guests who wish to relax in the stunning Portuguese capital. The Locke is home to an outdoor swimming pool, private courtyard, meeting space and gym. The Locke boasts its own Café which serves exceptional coffees and pastries in a stunning and relaxing space. The hotel’s restaurant, Santa Maria, serves delicious Mediterranean dishes in its open and relaxed environment.

Tarabel Lisbon is a beautiful boutique property offering refined residential-style, personalised hospitality in an impeccably restored mansion in the chc city district of Lapa. Expect nine creatively designed and decorated rooms, an emerald-tiled heated pool, terraced gardens looking out towards the Tagus and elegant dining. French decorator and hotelier Rose Fournier has filled every room with antiques, and flea-market finds and the result feels less like a hotel and more like staying with someone who has exquisite taste. Adults only, gloriously personal, and surely one of the most charming small hotels in southern Europe.

Located close to the River Douro in the charming Miragaia district and in front of a magical but practically vertical park, Timbre Virtudes is very much its own hotel. Quiet, dignified, steeped in history, the renovation of three historic and aristocratic family homes has kept the granite bricks and many original features admirably in tact. Of particular note are the ‘flirting’ benches which feature in a handful of room – maids used to overlook the nearby passageway and engage with suitors below. Enjoy the excellent Través restaurant and bespoke cocktails made at the bar by mixologist, Bruno.

A 16th-century manor house, set in expansive manicured gardens with riverside views, is the home to this five-star boutique hotel. Its en vogue and eye-catching interior design flows throughout the public spaces of the hotel and extends to its 38 rooms. With various room categories available, guests can choose from the fashionista-inspired signature to the classic petit or the grand and sophisticated master suites – to name a few. A State-of-the-art Sisley Paris SPA is the place to be pampered whilst the lush grounds and river views create a natural sense of calm. The dining experience is headed by Portuguese Two-Michelin starred Chef Henrique Sá Pessoa who presents a fine-dining experience with an international influence at the Vinha Restaurant whilst the bar and brassiere offer a more informal affair. Benefiting from a private pier hotel guests can take a complimentary boat ride to the nearby UNESCO–recognised neighbourhood of Ribeira. Guests who stay at the Vinha Boutique Hotel will enjoy a welcomed and distinguished experience.

Moments from the spectacular Ria Formosa Natural Park, the Wyndham Grand Algarve is in the heart of Quinta do Lago, the exclusive lifestyle, leisure, and sporting destination on Portugal’s sun-kissed south coast. This family-friendly, all-suite property offers an understated luxury destination with dining that includes signature gastronomy at XXL by Olivier, a poolside café, and the Grand Bar & Lounge with a terrace overlooking the pool, as well as a Grand Spa and a garden view gym. Guest experiences encompass access to Quinta do Lago’s world-class sporting facilities, and also nature hiking and cycling along the protected coastline.

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.

Angra do Heroísmo is the location for this four-star establishment, an area especially popular with cyclists. This is one for those who like creative decor — many of the public areas’ flooring and lift interiors depict vintage maps of the Azores, polished concrete is used throughout the venue to create an earthy, urban vibe, while mid-century furnishings, statement gilt lighting and mosaic tiling add to the decorative artistry. Zenite Boutique Hotel & Spa has a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, a bar, a shared lounge and a garden. And it’s just a few minutes walk to the port, sea and UNESCO centre.