Olissippo Lapa Palace

Set in a stately 19th-century building in Lisbon’s diplomatic quarter, the luxury Hotel Olissippo Lapa Palace takes pride in its well-manicured centennial gardens, world-class spa and wellness centre, plus indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Ritzy rooms boast individual themes and decor – Art Deco, neoclassical, colonial, or Algarvian. All contain state-of-the-art amenities, marble bathrooms, and private balconies with Targus River, city, or garden views. Suites add hot tubs and living rooms. Along with chic meeting rooms, Hotel Olissippo Lapa Palace features an imposing lobby with aristocratic wall paintings, a fitness centre, and a large kids’ playground. Additional services include a film library and an electric car charging point. Lapa Restaurant, the palace’s main dining venue, boasts an elegant setting and specialises in traditional Mediterranean dishes. Afternoon teas, nightcaps, and light fare can be enjoyed at Le Pavillon and Rio Tejo bars. Guests may also avail of the hotel’s 24-hour room service. The long-established Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga is just a seven-minute walk from the hotel.