Curated luxury hotels in Portugal

Located in a castle originally built for Queen Santa Isabel in the 13th century, this luxury hotel offers panoramic views of Estremoz and the vast Alentejo plain from the palace gardens and outdoor pool.

The rooms at Pousada Castelo de Estremoz feature a classic décor, several still maintaining characteristics of the 18th century. All rooms have a minibar, cable TV, and a private bathroom with a hairdryer.

Guests can enjoy a game of snooker in Pousada Castelo de Estremoz’s games room. Nearby activities include fishing, guided country walks, and bicycle tours.

The restaurant serves gourmet cuisine that combines traditional Portuguese cooking with contemporary elements. Guests can enjoy a glass of regional wine in the castle’s grand dining hall. Room service is available.

Free parking is available on site. Estremoz Train Station is 1.2 km from Pousada Castelo de Estremoz, and Evoramonte Castle is 17.3 km away.

L'AND offers award-winning accommodation among vineyards in Alentejo’s scenic countryside. It is set in an architectural gem featuring suites with opening ceilings to sleep under the stars.

The 43 state-of-the-art Suites and Private villas are built in natural stone and local wood. They are all fitted with the help of interior designers and open out onto panoramic patios with outdoor fireplaces. Some have a plunge pool.

A culinary journey is possible at the on-site restaurant serving dishes prepared with locally-sourced ingredients. Food is matched by fully flavoured wines, produced at the renowned in-house vinery.

Grape-infused treatments and massages are available at Vinotherapy Spa by Vegan Austrian brand Vinoble Cosmethics. An outdoor swimming pool, an indoor heated pool, a sauna and tennis courts complement the offer. L'AND Vineyards also includes a bike rental to discover the nearby town of Montemor-o-Novo.

This 5-star hotel is situated in a historic palace.

Quinta das Lágrimas offers 3 room types: Palace Rooms once accommodated the Duke of Wellington and Garden Rooms overlook the botanical garden. Spa Rooms offer breathtaking views of the Quinta’s woods or the city of Coimbra.

The 2 restaurants at Hotel Quinta das Lágrimas serve seasonal dishes prepared with fresh local ingredients grown on the estate. Dine al fresco whilst enjoying selected local wines from the cellar.

Bamboo Garden Spa provides a range of luxury treatments and beauty therapies, and there is a library filled with thousands of ancient books. Quinta das Lágrimas has a golf driving range and a 9-hole course.

Hotel Quinta das Lágrimas is 80 minutes’ drive from Porto Airport. Free on-site car parking is available.

Hotel Coimbra Aeminium, Affiliated by Meliá enjoys a hill-top location in Coimbra, just 100 metres away from the University Hospitals. The hotel bar features live music once a week.

The air-conditioned guest rooms of Hotel Coimbra Aeminium, Affiliated by Meliá are decorated in a modern style with pastel colours. They include a cable TV, minibar and work desk. Each has a private bathroom with a hairdryer.

Guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner at Baga restaurant, which serves a selection of Portuguese, international and vegetarian cuisine.

Guests can borrow a bike from the hotel to explore the surrounding areas. Car rentals can be arranged upon request.

Hotel Coimbra Aeminium, Affiliated by Meliá is situated a 15-minute walk away from the historic University of Coimbra. Oporto’s Sá Carneiro Airport is a 1-hour drive from the hotel.

Hotel rural Candelsa is situated in San Vicente de Alcántara, within 38 km of Marvao Castle and 48 km of Portalegre Townhall. The 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 35 km from Roman City of Ammaia.

Every room includes a desk and a flat-screen TV, and certain units at the hotel have a terrace.

Hotel rural Candelsa offers an à la carte or gluten-free breakfast.

Portalegre Castle is 49 km from the accommodation, while Calvario Chapel is 49 km away. Badajoz Airport is 75 km from the property.

Located in between Évora’s Gothic cathedral and the Templo de Diana, this renovated convent features a courtyard swimming pool together with characteristic arched corridors and vaulted ceilings.

The rooms at the Pousada consist of the old cells of the Lóios monks, which have been carefully updated in terms of comfort, while still maintaining all of its original and historical features. The private bathroom comes with bathtub and shower. The rooms come with free WiFi access, mini bar, air conditioning, safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV. Guests will be able to enjoy the experience of sleeping in a cell, while still being assured of relishing modern comforts.

Guests can enjoy Portuguese dishes in Pousada’s restaurant, which has a chic indoor dining hall and a covered terrace by the pool. There is also a bar and a large lobby with plenty of seating.

The Pousada de Évora has a 24-hour reception that can arrange horse riding trips and hikes. Guests can also walk around the city centre and visit Giraldo's Square with its 16th century fountain.

Facing the beachfront, Praia do Sal Resort offers 4-star accommodation in Alcochete and has free bikes, seasonal outdoor swimming pool and fitness centre. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has a garden, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property.

The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a microwave, a stovetop, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. Rooms are fitted with a kettle, while certain rooms are equipped with a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and an oven. The rooms have a wardrobe.

Praia do Sal Resort offers a buffet or continental breakfast.

The accommodation features a wellness area with a hammam. The area is popular for hiking and cycling, and car hire is available at Praia do Sal Resort.

Gare do Oriente is 28 km from the resort, while Lisbon Oceanarium is 29 km from the property. Humberto Delgado Airport is 29 km away.

Formerly a convent, this hotel near the historical village of Vila Viçosa is set in lush, landscaped gardens. It has an outdoor swimming pool, a spacious terrace and a restaurant.

The elegant rooms at the Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa are decorated in warm colours. They have wooden furniture, cable TV and a marble bathroom with a bath tub.

Guests can enjoy meals at the restaurant, which serves authentic local cuisine and international wines. The lounge bar offers a casual atmosphere and serves light snacks and refreshing drinks.

The Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa’s outdoor swimming pool is surrounded by sun loungers and parasols. The spacious terrace is ideal for sunbathing.

The hotel is 1 km from Vila Viçosa Station, and offers free parking on site.

With a stay at INATEL Piódão Hotel in Arganil, you'll be in the historical district and 11.5 mi (18.4 km) from Fraga da Pena Waterfall and 12.8 mi (20.6 km) from Alvoco das Várzeas River Beach. This eco-friendly hotel is 13.8 mi (22.3 km) from Avô River Beach and 15.2 mi (24.4 km) from Catedral das Beiras.

Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Eurostars Oasis Plaza is located beachfront in the centre of Figueira da Foz.

With a balcony and free WiFi, the air-conditioned suites are fitted with a dining area and sofa. Each unit comes with a flat-screen TV.

Dining is possible at the on-site restaurant and room service is provided. The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

The Dunas de Quiaios National Park is a 20-minute drive from Eurostars Oasis Plaza.

The stylish and modern Vip Executive Arts Hotel is less than 500 metres from the Tagus waterfront and Feira Internacional de Lisboa. It is 3 minutes’ walk from Lisbon's Oriente transport hub. Private parking is available, at an extra fee.

The spacious rooms and suites at this 4-star hotel are soundproofed and stylishly decorated. Some offer far-reaching views of the Tagus River and Vasco da Gama Bridge. The hotel also features 8 conference rooms and an auditorium with capacity for 165 people.

Each morning guests can enjoy a breakfast buffet in the restaurant. For lunch and dinner, traditional Portuguese dishes and international cuisine are served. The VIP Executive Arts Hotel also boasts 1 bar where guests can relax with cocktails and drinks. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel.

Portela International Airport is just 4 km away from VIP Executive Arts Hotel and is reachable via metro. The hotel is within a short walking distance of the Vasco da Gama Shopping Centre and the Altice Arena.

This renovated hotel in the heart of Lisbon’s Parque das Naçoes is surrounded by trendy restaurants. It offers free Wi-Fi, a brand new restaurant and renovated spacious rooms. Private indoor parking is available on site, along with a charging station for electrical vehicles.

Rooms at Melia Lisboa Oriente Hotel are bright and airy and have satellite TV, a seating area and a tea/coffee maker. They overlook the former EXPO 98 site and its many innovative buildings. Some rooms also look out over the water.

The brand new restaurant serves international breakfasts and offers an à la carte service and a dish of the day, based on the Bistrô & Tapas concept.

The famous Oceanarium and the Lisbon Casino are also close by. Lisbon city centre can be reached within 15 minutes using public transport.

The Meliá Lisboa Oriente is a short walk from the Gare do Oriente station and is only 3 km from Lisbon International Airport. The area is well-served by Lisbon’s Metro as well as trains and buses.

LAM Hotel Convento do Desagravo features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Oliveira do Hospital. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can have a drink at the bar.

At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and free toiletries, the units at LAM Hotel Convento do Desagravo have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms will provide you with a balcony.

The accommodation offers a buffet or continental breakfast. At LAM Hotel Convento do Desagravo you will find a restaurant serving Portuguese and local cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.

The hotel offers a children's playground. You can play billiards, table tennis and tennis at this 4-star hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling.

Parque Natural Serra da Estrela is 50 km from LAM Hotel Convento do Desagravo, while Palace of Bussaco is 49 km away.

With a stay at Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels, you'll be centrally located in Elvas, just a 3-minute walk from Museu de Arte Contemporânea de Elvas and 5 minutes by foot from Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Assunção. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Praca da Republica and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Museu Fotográfico João Carpinteiro.

Located in Oliveira do Hospital, Portugal’s Central Region, Aqua Village is a modern 5-star health resort and spa that offers a thermal spring, 3 swimming pools and an Interpretation Centre of Thermal Mineral Waters. Free WiFi is available.

Set in the town of Caldas de São Paulo, Aqua Village, Health Resort has 29 one or two-bedroom apartments that are spacious and come totally equipped. Each apartment is equipped with heating, soundproofing, a seating area and a flat-screen satellite TV. In addition, the Premium apartments feature an outdoor private hot tub.

Guests may prepare their own meals using the fully equipped kitchenette or, if they prefer, enjoy one of the regional dishes served at the on-site restaurant. Aqua Village has its own river beach, sports park, cinema room, meeting rooms and library.

Dedicated to health and well-being, the luxury Aqua Village is located in a 4-hectare property by the Alva River defining water with the central role of this modern unit. Guests are welcome to enjoy the suspended canopy structure, adapted for massages and relaxing activities like reading or simply gazing at the surrounding landscape.

The Serra da Estrela Natural Park is 7 km away while the picturesque schist village of Piodão is 27 km away. The cities of Viseu and Mangualde are 50 km away. Porto International Airport is 193 km away.

Centrally located between Avenida República and Avenida Berna, this hotel is located 10-minutes metro ride or drive away from downtown Lisbon. Its modern rooms feature a flat-screen TV. Facilities include a fitness centre.

The air-conditioned rooms at Holiday Inn Lisbon-Continental are decorated with warm colours and parquet floors. All rooms have an electric kettle, a work desk, and an en suite bathroom.

Holiday Inn Lisbon-Continental’s staff is available 24 hours a day and can provide guests with packed lunches and car rental. Fitness salon access is free of charge.

Holiday Inn Lisbon-Continental’s restaurant serves a rich American breakfast, international dishes, and traditional Portuguese dishes. Room service is available.

Guests can walk to Museu Calouste Gulbenkian and Campo Pequeno Metro Station. The International Fair of Lisbon and the Lisbon Congress Centre are just 15 minutes away by metro.

Situated in central Lisbon, the 4-star Vip Executive Saldanha offers contemporary accommodation with stylish breakfast room and bar. Picoas Subway Station is 100 metres away.

Rooms at Executive Saldanha feature white linens and designer furniture. Each offers free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV with satellite channels and soundproof windows.

Guests can enjoy a cocktail in Vip Executive's modern bar area or benefit from the lively location and discover many local and world-class restaurants.

The hotel's reception is open 24/7 and can arrange currency exchange and dry cleaning services. Portela Airport is less than 5 km away.

With a stay at Lisbon City Hollywood Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Lisbon, within a 5-minute drive of Rossio Square and Avenida da Liberdade. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Castle of São Jorge and 11.4 mi (18.3 km) from Costa da Caparica Beach.

Set in the Bussaco National Forest, this 5-star hotel is housed in the hunting palace of the last Portuguese kings. Its elegant restaurant offers a range of exclusive Bussaco wines.

Classic French cuisine and traditional Portuguese dishes are served Palace Hotel do Bussaco’s restaurant. It is decorated with paintings by João Vaz, Moresque ceilings and exotic-wood floors. Guests can try a glass of rare Port vintage at the bar.

The individually decorated rooms have a classic décor and a satellite TV for a modern twist. They all include period furniture, ranging from 18-century to Art-Nouveau pieces, and some rooms overlooks the hotel’s extensive gardens.

Palace Hotel do Bussaco is an excellent example of Manueline-Gothic architecture. Its richly decorated corridors feature antique furnishings, large paintings and traditional Portuguese glazed tiles.

Located in the heart of the Serra do Bussaco, Palace Hotel do Bussaco is about 29 km from Coimbra.

A stay at Pousada Alfama places you in the heart of Lisbon, within a 10-minute walk of Castle of São Jorge and Lisbon Cathedral. This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Rossio Square and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Commerce Square.