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Where to Stay
As Lisbon’s popularity has grown in recent years, so has its hotel scene. The best places to stay that reflect the city’s local spirit are part of Mr & Mrs Smith’s hotel collection, a curated list that ranges from soulful, family-run boutiques that feel more like a home than a hotel to design stays that showcase local art and beautifully designed apartments. Mr & Mrs Smith’s hand-picked collection is built around hotels with personality—places chosen for their character, thoughtful design, and real sense of place. It’s a natural fit for Lisbon, where the best stays capture the city’s creative spirit while offering a unique home base from which to explore. Below, we share our favorites in the Portuguese capital.
The Lisboans Apartments · Lisbon
The Lisboans
Individually styled by local designers and run by the team behind foodie favorites Prado and Prado Mercearia, the Lisboans Apartments offer charming, affordable, apartment-style living in the city center (the location is excellent for walking around). Each of the 15 apartments features a small kitchen stocked with berries, yogurt, and snacks, while fresh bread and juice are delivered every morning. It’s particularly good for families (there's laundry on site, and they can even help arrange babysitters) and longer stays, though couples will love it too. BOOK NOW
Sublime Lisboa · Lisbon
Sublime Lisboa
A 20th-century townhouse transformed into a luxury boutique hotel, Sublime Lisboa is a chic stay set away from the crowds in the charming Amoreiras neighborhood and near one of our favorite parks in the city. The design is Art Deco and elevated bohemian, with 15 spacious and beautifully appointed rooms uniquely decorated in geometric patterns, bright colors, traditional Portuguese tiles, and Venetian mirrors. The Italian restaurant, lobby bar, and top-tier service all make for an effortless, elegant stay. BOOK NOW
Hotel Pátio do Tijolo · Lisbon
Pátio do Tijolo
A 24-room boutique hotel tucked away in Bairro Alto, Pátio do Tijolo is a peaceful, grounding home base with a pebbled courtyard framed by lush greenery and hanging lamps draped from trees. Exposed concrete is softened by natural linens, warm wood, and colorful modern art. Rooms are simple yet comfortable, with emerald-tiled bathrooms and balconies that let in the light. With an open kitchen for breakfast or a snack, plus reading and relaxing areas with books and games, it’s a modern, minimalist, quiet stay. BOOK NOW
The Verse · Lisbon
The Verse
Set in a restored historic townhouse in São Bento, The Verse is a collection of 15 light-filled apartments with fully equipped kitchens and a clean, mid-century style, offering a home-away-from-home experience in the heart of the city. Each residence is different, some with open floor plans and floor-to-ceiling windows, others with private gardens and restored arched ceilings, but all highlight Portuguese craftsmanship, from the metalwork to the marble counters to the hand-painted tiles. There’s no restaurant, but there’s a terrazzo-tiled lobby bar at which to grab a pre- or post-dinner drink. It's a stylish apartment stay that happens to work equally well for families as it does for couples. BOOK NOW
Memmo Alfama Hotel Lisboa · Lisbon
Memmo Alfama
This sleek boutique hotel in Alfama combines modern style with great value, featuring a rooftop pool and bar with views of São Jorge Castle and the River Tagus as well as a lounge, library, and small gym. Set in a former shoe polish factory, the hotel has 42 rooms with a Scandinavian-leaning design accented by Portuguese details, making it one of the city’s most affordable, stylish stays in a historic location. BOOK NOW
The Vintage Lisbon, an SLH Hotel · Lisbon
The Vintage
A hip hotel near Príncipe Real and Bairro Alto, The Vintage has a fun, youthful vibe, a restaurant and lobby bar, a great rooftop bar (smaller and more intimate than some of the more sprawling rooftops in town), and amenities including a subterranean spa and gym. The 56 rooms boast mid-century style, featuring velvet, bold earth tones, and local art with fun details like vintage DIY cocktail trolleys in every room. BOOK NOW
Editors’ Picks: 10 Local Lisbon Spots
Jardim das Amoreiras
Lush, sweeping mulberry trees, a kiosk where locals gather for a coffee or drink, kids running around the fountain; this park and garden is an oasis of calm and greenery. A historic aqueduct borders one side of the park, its tall arches framing this idyllic pocket of the city. Spend an afternoon here to absorb the local rhythm.
Gambrinus · Lisbon
Gambrinus
Step inside this iconic Lisbon institution and you’re immediately transported back in time to 1936, with dark wood–paneled walls, an old-school bar, and a dining room with tableside service and white tablecloths. Sit in the main dining room, where a massive, colorful tapestry covers the entire wall, for traditional Portuguese cuisine and seafood, including everything from croquettes and gambas al ajillo to cataplana and more. Don’t even think about skipping dessert—the crêpe suzette is prepared and set alight tableside. Beloved by locals and visitors alike, Gambrinus is a true experience, full of history and tradition.
Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation · Lisbon
Calouste Gulbenkian Museum & Gardens
Don’t miss a peaceful afternoon of art and nature at the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum and gardens. Wander the modernist building that houses the world-renowned private art collection of oil magnate Calouste Gulbenkian, which includes ancient Egyptian and Islamic art as well as pieces by Rembrandt and Monet, then sit in the serene park, a haven of calm. Wander through the peaceful grounds, pause by the Japanese garden, and soak in the tranquil atmosphere.
Sabor Mercearia - Grocery store · Lisbon
Sabor Mercearia
Founded by a French couple who were inspired by local markets in Provence and wanted to bring natural and sustainable food to Lisbon, this specialty grocer and market has wooden bins full of organic produce from local farms, fresh eggs, grass-fed meat, homemade pasta, an extensive cheese counter, and specialty pantry items like French mustards and jams, Japanese condiments, and natural wine. It’s a great spot to pick up a few items for a picnic in one of the parks nearby.
Principe Real Enxovais · Lisbon
Príncipe Real Enxovais
A rare relic of Lisbon’s artisan history, this historic, family-run linen shop from 1938 crafts bespoke and hand-embroidered textiles and linens, ranging from lace place settings and napkins to bedding and silk nightgowns. It’s one of the few remaining places that preserves and continues a centuries-old craft.
Etma Bakery · Lisbon
Etma Bakery
Set in a bright, tiny corner space in Campo de Ourique, this beloved neighborhood cafe and bakery serves perfectly baked pastries, breads, and a small but delicious breakfast menu, from croissants, specialty buns, and pan suisse to seasonal toasts, eggs, and sandwiches. It opened in October 2025 and has quickly become one of the best bakeries in the city.
Eritage · Lisbon
Eritage
A studio-gallery dedicated to artistic expression and community building, Eritage is a cultural space for creative freedom and exchange. It hosts thoughtfully curated exhibits, community gatherings, and collaborations with emerging artists from a wide range of disciplines and around the world. A welcoming, forward-thinking place to connect through creativity.
Iru Omakase · Lisbon
Iru Omakase
An intimate and creative 13-course omakase and wine pairing led by a two-person team with just eight seats around the bar. The menu changes daily based on what's fresh; the first seven courses offer more inventive plates and the last six are more traditional omakase, with each one more delicious than the last. Opt for the wine pairing—it’s surprisingly affordable, and the sommelier takes you on a journey throughout the meal.
Clube Caffeine · Lisbon
Clube Caffeine
The coffee scene in Lisbon is standout, but we were particularly impressed with this tiny, unassuming, hole-in-the-wall independent coffee and vinyl shop. Sipping on excellent espresso with cool records spinning in the background is a moment of pure ease.
Fúria · Lisbon
Fúria
An industrial-chic cocktail bar with inventive drinks like the Crackalaken (passionfruit cheesecake with a touch of Fernet) or Cheesy Tom (tequila, mascarpone, tomato, and yuzu). It's dark and moody with low neon lights, a glowing bar, and industrial metal flooring, all packed into a tiny space that often spills out onto the street. The bartenders are seriously talented, the soundtrack is gold, and the crowd matches the vibe.
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