At a Glance
A hidden gem, set in one of Lisbon’s prettiest squares, away from the crowds.
Indagare Loves
- Its views onto Lisbon’s ancient aqueduct and the 18th century chapel of Our Lady of Monserrate
- The color palette of the interiors which draw on the shades of the gardens it looks out onto
- The owner’s recipe for the breakfast birchermüesli, which he brought with him from years in Switzerland
Review
These two charmingly converted townhouses, one with a beautiful glossy green-tiled facade, consist of 17 bedrooms, two suites and a tiny courtyard where breakfast is served outside in the summer. It is off the beaten track and the square with its mulberry trees—silk workers used to live in the neighboring houses—is quiet.
Inside, there is a home-from-home atmosphere with fresh flowers, polished antiques and a few works of art from owner Pedro Oliveira’s private collection. He also designed the brass wall lamps throughout the hotel. The best rooms are the two suites at the top which come with generous marble-clad bathrooms and views over both the internal courtyard and the square outside.
The bar, with an original James Bond poster, comes into its own in the evening and makes a nice place to have a drink before venturing out for dinner in one of Lisbon’s many restaurants.
Who Should Stay
Discerning travelers who value being able to escape Lisbon’s crowds and are happy to either jump in a cab to go places or are keen walkers.
