Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon

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Classic luxury, tucked away, elegant

Rua Rodrigo da Fonseca 88 Lisbon, Portugal 351-21-381-1400 www.fourseasons.com

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At a Glance

Located at the edge of Eduardo VII Park away from the bustling city center, Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon is all about the quiet elegance of Old World luxury.

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The massive breakfast buffet of international favorites, from local pastries to dim sum
The collection of paintings and sculptures from Portuguese artists
The stunning rooftop running track with incredible views of Lisbon

Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon Review

Like any Four Seasons property, the brand’s Lisbon outpost is generous with amenities. From the heated indoor pool overlooking a garden to the in-room balconies with views of the city to the fabulous spa, few hotels in the country can compare.

Of its 282 luxuriously appointed private chambers, all but 10 have private terraces that overlook downtown Lisbon. And because the building is situated atop one of the city’s seven hills, there are views aplenty, some that stretch all the way out to the Tagus River. Décor is in a classic style, with subtle color palettes of taupe, blue and white complemented with floral wallpaper and dramatic tapestry.

The culinary program here is quite rich, starting with a vast breakfast buffet that shouldn’t be missed. It’s the ideal opportunity to get acquainted with Portuguese pastries like the iconic Pastel de Nata, a kind of custard tart. At lunchtime, the lobby lounge is the site of sushi service from acclaimed master António Muniz. For dinner at the property’s Michelin-starred Cura restaurant, menus from chef Pedro Pena Bastos showcase the power of a few, curated ingredients in myriad combinations. And at the indoor-outdoor Varanda, expect local favorites with a twist.

One of the hotel’s shining distinctions is its art collection, which features Portuguese paintings and sculptures 500 pieces strong. Most of the works are on display throughout the property, but to help guests make better sense of exactly what they’re looking at, the property has an app that not only tells you what the item is (who made it and some additional background), but also includes opinions from national curators.

If there’s one thing that might count against the hotel, it’s the location. Very few points of interest are within walking distance, but for those who are ready to venture out, there’s a 24-hour multilingual concierge service to help out.

Who Should Stay

Luxury-minded travelers who crave round-the-clock service and countless on-site amenities, and those who don’t mind a more tucked-away location.

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Chadner Navarro

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Indagare

3:41 pm | July 21, 2015

Indagare member B. M. reports: I was a little hesitant staying here as it’s not in the middle of the city, but in the end I was very happy that I did. The service was great. The lobby is grand and opulent, while the rooms have amazing old-world charm with balconies overlooking the entire city and as far as the Atlantic. It was great staying away from the hustle and bustle of the downtown area, which is packed with people from 10pm until 6am—it was nice to come home to a quiet and comfortable environment.
Laurie Weltz

8:13 pm | January 3, 2017

The Four Seasons Lisbon has a great location, removed from the crowds but still walkable to everything. The higher floor rooms are beautiful and new, but the lower floor rooms do need renovations, so be sure to know which rooms to request. The hotel is decorated with an amazing art collection, and it also boasts one of the best hotel gyms and a lovely breakfast.
Wendy del Real

4:07 pm | March 22, 2017

While not walking distance from the most popular sites, the Four Seasons was a lovely, quiet retreat from the hustle of the city. I loved the view from the upper floors and enjoyed the pool, spa and balconies. The Four Seasons’ collection of modern art, much of it specifically commissioned for the the hotel, added a nice counterpoint to the Medieval, Moorish and Manueline art of Lisbon.

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