Casa Balthazar, Lisbon

Rua do Duque, 26, Santa Maria Maior, 1200-159 Lisbon, Portugal. (show on map)

Expert reviews

New York Times review:

“The Casa Balthazar building, near the central Rossio Square, was acquired in the 19th century by the founder of Confeitaria Nacional — an iconic Lisbon pastry shop — and was converted into a hotel in 2010. The 20 rooms (some with panoramic city views) are outfitted with contemporary bedding and vintage furniture. The hotel also offers a spa, a pool and breakfast provided by, yes, Confeitaira Nacional nearby.”

Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Lisbon.

Lonely Planet review:

“Tucked down a quiet lane, Casa Balthazar has undeniable appeal, with spacious, beautifully furnished rooms that bridge art deco with the 21st century, plus friendly service and a grassy courtyard with a pool.”

Fodors review:

“Tucked away in a gated compound in Chiado, this sweet-and-chic guest house offers luxury stays with a welcoming family atmosphere. The hotel’s history will thrill those who have a soft spot for Portugal’s famous cakes and pastries-it is named for Balthazar Roiz Castanheiro, the founder of the Confeitaria Nacional(Lisbon’s oldest patisserie), who moved into the property in 1882.”

Telegraph review:

“Buried in the tiny streets of Chiado, this 19th-century haven offers tranquillity from the bustle of the city which its 20 rooms look onto, with views stretching across the red roofs and up to the castle on the skyline. Rooms are furnished with antiques and some have hot tubs on their private terraces.”

Guest rating

This an aggregated customer review rating of Casa Balthazar, Lisbon. We have taken customer review ratings from hotel booking sites, search engines, the official hotel website and other travel platforms. This is the average of all those ratings. We only list places that have a customer review rating of at least 4.0 out of 5.0

4.7 out of 5.0

Ranked 1st in Lisbon

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What guests liked

All you need to know

Nestled in the heart of Lisbon, Casa Balthazar is a unique, boutique hotel housed in a building dating back to the 19th century and rich with local lore.

It provides easy access to the castle and Rossio, with Restauradores and Rossio metro stations just three minutes on foot from the hotel – a perfect gateway to the historical wonders of Lisbon. In addition, public transportation to beach locales is conveniently located within a ten-minute stroll.

Casa Balthazar boasts luxurious self-catering rooms and suites, all furnished with complimentary Wi-Fi, cable television, and an iPod docking system. Certain accommodations also offer private balconies that open up to breathtaking city vistas.

Casa Balthazar’s Buenos Aires restaurant is famed for its traditional Portuguese fare. Guests can indulge in a complimentary breakfast from Confeitaria Nacional, a renowned bakery situated just around the corner.

After spending a fulfilling day exploring Lisbon, guests can kick back with cocktails in the bar area or lounge by the pool amid the picturesque setting of Casa Balthazar’s garden.

 

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Recent guest reviews

4.5
Gixer

4 July 2024

A wedding anniversary stay in a boutique hotel in a great location

Great location, very friendly and helpful staff, lovely room, private spa was a bonus but best of all, soooooo much nicer than a large 'chain' hotel

Nothing really, it was such an enjoyable stay. A parasol for the terrace would have been nice but we didn't ask and the staff would have probably provided one if we had

5.0
Julia

4 July 2024

Exceptional

Privacy of a hotel but feel if a B&B

5.0
Veronica

2 July 2024

Exceeded my expectations

One of the best hotel I stayed at. Beautiful design, comfortable room and very nice pool area. Professional staff, attentive service. Delicious breakfast with fresh croissants and pastries every morning.

5.0
Jennifer

1 July 2024

Exceptional

Gorgeous place with extremely friendly staff, good breakfast and the included use of the spa is amazing. Location is convenient. Our cottage was extremely spacious and comfortable.

4.5
Lorri

30 June 2024

Overall excellent location and great property. Would definitely recommend

Great location

Noise outside the window

4.5
Linda

28 June 2024

I recommend the place

Everything. Clean ; very nice staff etc

5.0
Robyn

28 June 2024

The best city hotel I’ve ever stayed at

The property was stunning, perfect location, great facilities and exceptional service. They had thought of every detail

4.5
Adam

26 June 2024

Lovely small hotel and super friendly

Lovely room, a small double had plenty of space including a sitting area. Spa was a bonus and breakfast was great. Very quiet and relaxing, close to the centre. Staff were so friendly and helpful.

Be aware of a climb up to the property - but this is Lisbon which is hilly!

5.0
Stephen

23 June 2024

excellent and great location

great location great breakfast super clean and great staff

5.0
Juan

20 June 2024

Incredible stay in Lisboa

Incredible stay in Lisboa. What can I say?.. We had the most amazing stay at Casa Balthazar. We loved the house and our room, the work that was put into the renovation of the property, the decoration and vibe in general. Very relaxed but at the same luxurious and traditional. Our room was perfect. This is one of those places where you actually consider staying at the hotel for a morning of rest, that's how cozy it is. Breakfast was very very good with delicious baked goods from Confeitaria National. The location can't be beat. It's walking distance from main attractions and yet in a secluded and quiet street. The staff was very attentive and accommodated our check-in and check-out requests without question. Definitely will stay here again on my next trip to Lisboa!

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5.0
Finn

19 June 2024

A perfect 60th birthday celebration in a beautiful hotel

A beautiful oasis in the city with amazing views, perfect rooms, lovely food and friendly, helpful staff A perfect boutique hotel

Nothing it was all excellent

5.0
Michael

16 June 2024

Perfect stay in Lisbon

We loved the breakfast and used the hot tub with our room.

5.0
Madison

15 June 2024

Exceptional

Great location for walking around Lisbon (although hard to find when first arriving - it’s at the end of a small one way street with a small sign), beautiful rooms and views, super helpful and accommodating staff.

5.0
Lupe

11 June 2024

What a way to go out!!

The breakfast was excellent. We absolutely loved Casa Balthazar!! We regretted not staying here vs another place for 11 days. The location is great and the hosts Sofia and Yuran went above and beyond in welcoming us. We were a party of 2 couples. Our friends loved this place as well. We will definitely stay here if ever in Lisbon again. This was our last night in Portugal after being here throughout the country for a month.

It's a bit challenging to find. I think if they could put a bigger sign out and away from the growing foilage/vines would be very helpful. I also think guests should know it looks like you are going to get stuck in the alley and you might (alley is narrow), but Casa Balthazar does have a turn around area inside the court yard. Courtyard gate is green.

5.0
Briony

10 June 2024

A magical stay in Lisbon

We absolutely loved our stay at Casa Balthazar! We couldn't believe a place like this existed in the centre of Lisbon. We only stayed for one night but the whole experience was wonderful. We stayed in the Corner room, which was bigger than the photos made it look, and very comfortable. We loved the pool (despite the summer rain!) and the spa area, and the staff were all lovely. We'll definitely be back!

5.0
Lothar

8 June 2024

Exceptional

Stunning views and kind staff made our stay an unforgettable experience.

4.5
Pratt

4 June 2024

Wonderful hotel, difficult location.

Need to advise that hotel is located on a narrow street on a steep hill and not suitable for those with mobility issues. You must navigate a steep slope or climb multiple flights of outside stairs to leave the property. Street was often blocked so taxis/ hired cars couldn't reach us and we had to climb down to meet them.

4.5
Richard

3 June 2024

Fabulous

Awesome accommodation in a beautifully renovated older property. Magnificent breakfasts. Stayed in the Terrace suite with wonderful views. Highly recommended.

5.0
Laura

1 June 2024

Exceptional

Beautiful property with an interesting history and a link to a bakery which provides the most delicious breakfast treats and afternoon cake. Ideal location for exploring Lisbon, and surrounded by great restaurants. The staff were all fantastic, friendly and helpful.

5.0
Denesh

1 June 2024

Amazing secluded stay in the heart of Lisbon

Amazing hotel hidden away in the heart of Lisbon. The staff were great, the rooms were clean and spacious (we got 2 jacuzzi rooms) and the views were incredible. I highly rate this hotel for anyone wanting to stay in Lison.

5.0
Katrina

31 May 2024

Beautiful serene luxury in Lisbon

The location was perfect right in the middle of everything without being noisy. It was also a small hotel so it’s not hustling with people. You get such a sense of calm being there. The spa was also a wonderful addition.

Realistically the only thing I wasn’t over the moon about was the down pillows. But I still had a wonderful nights sleep.

5.0
Laura

30 May 2024

Exceptional

We loved your place! There. was a group of us and having the outside patio as well as the indoor area to gather was fun. Our room was very light, clean and comfortable. Breakfast was delicious. The Staff was very friendly and helpful.

5.0
Jennifer

30 May 2024

It was one of the most delightful and memorable stay of our entire vacation. We loved it!

We loved everything about Casa Balthazar, from the great view from our room to the comfortable bed and pillows. The property was well kept, beautiful and in a great location. The staff was extremely helpful and friendly and the breakfasts were fresh and delicious. We enjoyed the pool and the spa and the common areas as well. Casa Balthazar was the best hotel we stayed in during our entire trip to Portugal and Spain.

There was nothing we did not like.

5.0
Thomas

27 May 2024

Exceptional

Lovely rooms and property, wonderful staff.

5.0
Michael

27 May 2024

Excellent place to stay in the heart of LIsbon

We loved this hotel and stayed twice during our trip! Both rooms were large and roomy and very clean. We loved the breakfast each morning and enjoyed the pool. The private hot tub in the cottage suite was very nice too! The staff is fantastic and super helpful. Very close to so many areas and uber easily drops off at the end of the road- very short walk. Thank you for the welcome bottle of wine!!

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Hotel facilities

General

  • - Room service
  • - Non-smoking rooms
  • - Soundproof rooms
  • - Car hire
  • - Heating
  • - Non-smoking throughout
  • - Air conditioning
  • - Designated smoking area
  • - Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • - Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • - Shared lounge/TV area
  • - Adult only

Food & Drink

  • - Bar
  • - Breakfast in the room
  • - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
  • - Fruits
  • - Coffee house on site

Activities

  • - Sauna
  • - Hot tub/Jacuzzi

Outdoors

  • - Garden
  • - Terrace
  • - Outdoor pool
  • - Sun terrace
  • - Outdoor pool (all year)
  • - Outdoor furniture

Cleaning services

  • - Laundry (additional charge)
  • - Ironing service (additional charge)
  • - Daily housekeeping

Reception services

  • - Concierge service
  • - Invoice provided

Parking

  • - Street parking
  • - Accessible parking

Pool and wellness

  • - Heated pool
  • - Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • - Swimming pool
  • - Swimming Pool

Miscellaneous

  • - Key access
  • - Security alarm
  • - Smoke alarms
  • - Fire extinguishers
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