Bairro Alto – Lisbon, Portugal
Named after the fashionable district in which it stands, the Bairro Alto looks out over the strikingly beautiful Praça de Camões, right in the heart of the city. Tradition jostles with luxury, with elegant architecture all around and some of Lisbon’s finest restaurants, galleries and boutiques just a short walk away. Built in the 1700s, historic and modern design have been cleverly entwined, with a very strong sense of Portuguese heritage.
You’re greeted and looked after by utterly charming staff and when you’re not out exploring, you’ll find sophisticated menus in the restaurants and bars, with the rooftop dining giving you some of the best views over the city. The first boutique hotel in Lisbon, it’s definitely the place for a long weekend, or the top or tail of your stay by the sea or on a quiet rural estate.
At A Glance
Boutique Hotel
Why We Love It:
For its location. By staying here you are in the middle of all that is good about Lisbon.Style:
Cosmopolitan fused with bohemian.Location:
It is wonderfully located to discover this vibrant city, between the elegant & cosmopolitan Chiado & the bohemian Bairro Alto, in the heart of Lisbon.Rooms:
87 rooms & suites.Children:
Children are welcome.Accessibility:
There are very good facilities for guests with limited mobility, with especially adapted rooms, ramped floors and lifts.Open From:
All year round.rooms
Decorated in rich fabrics and bold painted walls, each room and suite is filled with a mix of quirky modern furniture and antique pieces, individual prints and paintings on the wall, with a delightful esoteric attention to detail. Choose a room with views of the square or over the rooftops towards the Tagus River and the bay, to soak up the atmosphere of this beautiful city.
food
Lisbon is undoubtedly one of our favourite gastronomic destinations, and the Bairro Alto has a first rate culinary reputation, amongst guests and non-guests alike. The emphasis is very much on seasonal local produce and traditional dishes given a modern and innovative twist. The fifth floor BAHR and terrace restaurant has magnificent views over the River Tagus and across the city rooftops. Open all day, it’s the place to go for a light lunch or a delicious dinner.
Or head for the Rooftop Bar and dine with 360 degree views, and enjoy a sunset cocktail watching the light change over the city. For those with a sweet tooth, a daily visit to the hotel’s Patisserie is hard to avoid, for their very tempting freshly made pastries.
activities
Meander slowly through the streets of the Bairro Alto and Chiado districts, and savour the atmosphere of this distinctly cosmopolitan capital. Frequented by artists, writers and artisans over the centuries, these quarters are now full of restaurants, bars, museums and galleries – perfect for browsing. Lisbon is a great city for walking, or take a tram if you want to venture further afield.
The hotel has a small wellness centre with gym and a treatment room if you’re after a soothing massage after a day exploring. We also recommend watching the sunset from the hotels private roof terrace with views over Lisbon and the Tagus River, cocktail in hand.
family
Many of the rooms interconnect, giving families a lot of options. However, this is more of a grown-up hotel – perfect for a little treat away.
Location
Lisbon, Portugal
Located in the heart of Lisbon, in an iconic neighbourhood. It is wonderfully located to discover this vibrant city, between the elegant & cosmopolitan Chiado & the bohemian Bairro Alto. There isn’t a better place in the capital to feel Lisbon’s true soul & to be surrounded by its authenticity. It is about a 15-20 minute’s drive from the airport.
