Expert reviews
“Located mid-way between downtown and the historic Belém district, this is the height of five-star luxury, a Belle Époque palace built by a marquess who made his fortune importing chocolate from cocoa plantations on the equatorial island of São Tomé.”
Featured as Frommer’s Exceptional Choice in Lisbon.
‘It’s a little off the tourist trail, but this grand hotel overlooking the River Tagus is well worth seeking out. It offers four suites in the original palace, as well as more accessible accommodations in more modern wings.”
Featured as Fodor’s Choice in Lisbon.
“The Portuguese-owned Pestana Group has a knack for melding tourism and history, and Pestana Palace Lisboa Hotel & National Monument is clearly the pinnacle of that passion.”
What guests liked
- Friendly staff
- Excellent breakfast
- Excellent Wifi
- Top location
- Comfortable beds
All you need to know
The Pestana Palace Lisboa Hotel & National Monument, or the Pestana Palace Hotel for short, is a five-star establishment that offers hospitality services of the highest quality. The hotel is situated on 54 Rua Jau in the Alcantara district of Lisbon where guests are treated to the epitome of luxury. Every minute of their stay is made comfortable while their satisfaction is guaranteed.
The hotel is a restored 19th-century building which has seen several renovations and refurbishments, combined with the original design, to create a hospitality masterpiece. When in Lisbon, the Pestana Palace Hotel is the place to stay.
The hotel offers two swimming pools, a sauna and a wellness center which are just some of the luxurious facilities that guests will enjoy while in the hotel. The hotel offers chic room options such as Classic Room with City View, Classic Twin Room with Garden View, Superior Twin Room with Garden View, Double Room with Spa Package and Classic Twin Room with City View.
Other accommodation options such as Classic Twin Room with Garden View, Suite and Superior Twin Room with Garden View are also available for booking.
The rooms in the hotel are fitted with standard amenities such as free Wi-Fi for high-speed internet access, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, air conditioning and a comfy sofa.
Guestrooms also come with a private bathroom with thoughtful touches such as free toiletries and bathroom slippers.
The lounge/bar area is the ideal place for guests to relax and enjoy a drink after a long day.
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Recent guest reviews
9 February 2026
Very good
Breakfast very good; room furniture old and need to be upgraded; Spa nice and ok. Food in the restaurant was ok.
9 February 2026
Exceptional
A truly exclusive experience! The architecture is unique, a beautiful blend of old with modern, combined with top quality rooms and super attentive and friendly staff.
7 February 2026
Fabulous
Superb hotel with a lovely warm feel. Room was super comfortable. Excellant breakfast with a varied selection. Location was perfect for getting around.
Gym is a little dated and could do with some more equipment
31 January 2026
One of the best places to stay
The place is brilliant!
Nothing
26 January 2026
Exceptional
A simpatia do staff e a beleza do Palácio
20 January 2026
Stay in a palace!
Gorgeous place. Very friendly staff. Great breakfast. And everything at a sensible price. Exterior swimming pool must be great during the Summer.
The SPA needs some improvements. Also, if you stay on the other side, you would have to walk through the garden to get to the SPA. Not great during Winter...
18 January 2026
Exceptional
A real Palace with the most beautiful architecture even seen for a hotel. A true masterpiece.
16 January 2026
One of the best hotel
Great in every thing
Nothing
15 January 2026
Magical!
An exceptionally comfortable, clean, and beautiful stay in a truly historic setting. Perfectly central, with outstanding staff who were warm, attentive, and welcoming. They went above and beyond to make our engagement feel incredibly special, even on short notice. We will absolutely book here again.
15 January 2026
Excellent!
great quality overall
13 January 2026
First trip to Lisbon
romm was extra ordinary. the view from balcony was breath taking. bed is so comfortable and the stuff was very friendly and want to help. breakfast was very delicious and tasty.
they need to keep more water bottles as 2 is not enough. else every thing was perfect.
11 January 2026
When in Lisbon, staying in this place should be in the top of your list.
The Pestana Palace Lisboa is amazing. The staff is kind, friendly and always ready to go the extra mile. Every part of our visit felt incredible.
11 January 2026
A gem of luxury and comfort.
The food and service were excellent, the staff were very friendly and helpful, the overall service, cleanliness and comfort were excellent.
There wasnt anything i didnt like at the hotel.
9 January 2026
Amazing stay. You truly feel special here!
Amazing stay. You truly feel special here. The mix between a historic palace and a modern hotel is extremely well done - you are literally sleeping in the middle of history while enjoying all the comfort of a high-end luxury hotel. The old palace with its beautiful details, the gardens, and the overall atmosphere are something truly unique, yet everything feels relaxed and never stiff or formal. A big plus: very child- and family-friendly without being noisy or chaotic. Attentive service, quiet rooms, and an overall feeling of comfort from the moment you arrive. Definitely one of those hotels you will remember for a long time. Occasionally you can see or hear an airplane, which our child actually enjoyed even more.
5 January 2026
Surrounded by beauty in Lisbon
While the rooms could benefit from some upgrade, it was a delight to be in such a marvellous palace. The breakfast is a unique experience in these magnificent dining halls, with beautiful stuccos, painted high ceilings and stunning bow-windows to the idyllic gardens. The staff was kind and helpful, and made us experience a memorable though improvised new year's eve.
The equipment in the room needs some improvement. The very basic hairdryers on the wall have no place in a five stars hotel and the shower in the bath tub was very basic too. We sorely missed a kettle.
4 January 2026
Exceptional
The staff is marvelous! We are recurring guests. I could write sonnets about those amazing pillows too
3 January 2026
Gorgeous historical palace to feel yourself like a prince
Gorgeous landscape and palace Good stuff Great breakfasts
A little bit hard to orient within different areas There were nobody from the stuff in the pull when we came there
3 January 2026
Historical building with a nice atmosphere
We recently stayed at this hotel and overall we were very satisfied with our experience. The staff truly deserves special praise: everyone was extremely friendly, very helpful, and always greeted us with a warm smile. No effort ever seemed too much, and the team was always ready to assist whenever needed. The breakfast was another highlight of our stay. It was very extensive, offering a wide variety of options with plenty of fresh products. The only minor remark regarding breakfast is that the room where it is served can feel quite cold on winter mornings. This is understandable, however, as the hotel is located in a very old building that appears difficult to heat properly, with occasional cold drafts. Apart from that, we have no further complaints. It is important to keep in mind that this is a historic building, and with its charm also come some inevitable limitations. For example, there are relatively few power outlets in the room, which can sometimes be a bit inconvenient. We would also like to mention that, on a personal note, we are not great fans of hotel rooms with wall-to-wall carpeting. This is mainly for hygienic and especially for allergy-related reasons, but we fully understand that this is a matter of personal preference. All in all, we enjoyed our visit and left the hotel feeling satisfied.
28 December 2025
Stunning property with beautiful gardens. Very special place
Spa, pool, dining area and sitting areas. Beautiful gardens
27 December 2025
Exceptional
It was an amazing experience! Thank you Pestana Palace for our stay🙏
Everything was perfect 👌
22 December 2025
Exceptional
Everything. Beautiful place
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8 December 2025
FANTASTIC CLASSIC HOTEL
This was the most fantastic stay ever, beautiful,classic hotel and garden with fantastic Staff; extremely helpful and pleasant, great facilities ( pool, trainning etc). Fabulous breakfast and piano bar too. What more can one ask for?
Nothing to enter here!
8 December 2025
Wonderful
An amazing place service above & beyond fully recommended
A bit far from the center
4 December 2025
Nice charming palace.
Nice and charming hotel. A little but far from downtown Lisbon.
30 November 2025
Exceptional palace to stay in Lisbon
We very much enjoyed our stay at this amazing hotel with irreproachable service. Even though it is located at a distance from major tourist attractions, we found it very convenient to discover Lisbon from there mainly using a tram connection while our car was conveniently parked at the hotel’s vast parking. The interiors of the hotel are impressive and make you feel in a “belle epoque”. The room was comfortable and clean. We would also mark out the friendliness of staff who where there to support us whenever needed.
27 November 2025
Very enjoyable stay and recommend highly
Beautiful Architecture, confortable beds and good facilities; Resturants, Spa treatments and heated indoor pool
Have no complaints
27 November 2025
It exceeded all our expectations
The decor and staff were exceptional and made us feel very special We had some minor problems on the first day but the way both Paula and Bernardo went above and beyond to solve them was first class I would like both booking.com and The Pestana Palace to be aware that these two members of staff were a credit to the hotel That being said every other member of staff was of the highest standard, it was just that Paula and Bernardo made sure our every need was met Well done
Nothing, when we had an issue they dealt with it professionally and promptly This is a sign of a very well run hotel
11 November 2025
The hotel os very elegant.
The gardens of the hotel Breakfast Really like our stay here
4 November 2025
Fantastic service in a classic hotel.
The service was exceptional.
31 October 2025
Exceptional
Our stay at the hotel was absolutely unforgettable. The place truly feels like a real palace — every detail, from the stunning decor to the luxurious fabrics, exudes elegance and history. Service was amazing, making us feel genuinely cared for. Breakfast was a highlight — beautifully presented, varied, and absolutely delicious each day. Everything was of the highest quality, and we especially loved the subtle, beautiful scent that filled the hotel and the wonderful music that created such a refined atmosphere. We will definitely be coming back — it’s a truly magical place.
31 October 2025
Our daughter (3y) truly felt like a real princess during our royal like stay!
The staff truly makes the difference for your stay. From Tiago and Luc for being a historical expert of the city while driving the shuttle, to Lara and Lays and Ana for the excellent service during breakfast and diner, and Maria and Paula for the warmest hostesses.
Not much
26 October 2025
Wonderful stay, but expensive prices.
Beautiful property. Well laid out and stunningly decorated. Free Champagne on arrival. Amazing spa, the best Massage I have ever had.
The food in the hotel restaurants were sub par for the cost. Much better to eat out in Lisbon. The buffet breakfast was amazing though. Got food poisoning from poorly stored tuna and was admitted to hospital.
25 October 2025
Exceptional
Staff specially Maria in reception
Non
24 October 2025
Exceptional
Swimming pool, sauna, staff super friendly
19 October 2025
Exquisite historical property with outstanding service
Beautiful hotel with excellent service
17 October 2025
Beautiful location and pleasant grounds.
Beautiful grounds and building. Room also very comfortable. Staff were generally very friendly.
It’s nearly perfect hotel, but it lacks attention to details sometimes. At this price point and being a 5* property, those details matter, like clearing plates at the bar promptly. Also annoying how it prioritises events over guests. Wasn’t able to eat lunch at the terrace because of a wedding in the dining room, absurd.
15 October 2025
Fabulous
No Iron table. Steam iron provided later was dirty
10 October 2025
Magical.
This place is unbelievable and truly like no other.
2 October 2025
We had the most amazing stay , I can say I actually stayed in a palace , the grounds were outstanding , the food was exc
Absolutely beautiful, in outstanding grounds , it was a real palace so comfortable especially the bed , it was clean , food was amazing , staff was very friendly .
There was nothing I didn’t like , I have never stayed in such an amazing hotel
2 October 2025
Made the whole trip. Didn’t want to leave the hotel absolutely loved it and so good for our baby and loved all the diffe
Absolutely everything so stunning
Nothing everything was perfect
1 October 2025
We enjoyed it.
Gorgeous historical palace with lovely on site Thai restaurant in a fabulous structure.
The location is not great. It is very far from center city where all the bars and restaurants are located and a serious hoof it up a hill from where the buses run. Only one trolly line goes up the hill.
30 September 2025
Great 4 day relaxed break in a lively and fascinating city.
The peaceful location and gardens. The leisure facilities particularly the indoor pool. The splendid palace interior.
The unimpressive menu in the *fine dining* restaurant and absence of positive reviews.
25 September 2025
Amazing but still need some improvements
The breakfast offered a wonderful variety, including a fine selection of fruits. While my personal favorites, such as passionfruit and figs, weren't always available, the overall quality was excellent. The hotel itself is impeccably clean and tastefully decorated. The staff were uniformly helpful, nevertheless there is a group of people that truly stood out for their exceptional performance: Diogo (Reception); Débora Fontes (Breakfast and Pool Area); Vera Costa (Breakfast hostess); Evelyn (Breakfast); Bernardo Mora (Pool Area); Carolina Saraiva (Reception) and Hálio (Bellman). Their attention to detail, caring nature, and delightful combination of professionalism and good humor were truly commendable. A warm thank you to this specific staff members, you were outstanding.
One suggestion for an enhancement would be the addition of an adults-only outdoor pool. One exterior pool is not enough for the size of this palace. During the first three days of our stay, the main pool was unfortunately unusable as the water had become cloudy from high occupancy and had visible particles, very unpleasant. A dedicated adult area would provide a more tranquil alternative. Furthermore, a wonderful addition to this beautiful palace would be a library or a reading room. A curated collection of books would offer guests a delightful way to unwind and would perfectly complement the hotel's elegant ambiance.
24 September 2025
Very good
Beautiful hotel. Nice spacious rooms and very friendly and helpful staff
24 September 2025
Fabulous
The facilities were good.... lovely hotel. Clean and spacious enough rooms. Stuff was amazing 👏 🤩
23 September 2025
Exceptional
Amazing stay. Pool are was amazing.
However not sure the AC was actually working properly. Maybe just our room.
21 September 2025
Fabulous
Impressive historical location
There is not one public space in the hotel where there is no music. It is rather present. Not necesarry. Meddium quality speakers
21 September 2025
A lovely few days relaxing at the hotel.
Peaceful location
Our City view bedroom had a noisy generator outside the window.
18 September 2025
historical motion holydays
nice view from the garden rooms, very impressive indoor feeling, historical motion everywere. Breakfast is very delicious and diverse.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Chapel/shrine
- - Car hire
- - Heating
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Shuttle service (additional charge)
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Business centre (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Currency exchange
- - Concierge service
Activities
- - Sauna
- - Fitness centre
- - Spa and wellness centre (additional charge)
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Children's playground
- - Hammam
- - Indoor pool
- - Indoor pool (all year)
- - Spa facilities
- - Spa lounge/relaxation area
- - Bicycle rental (additional charge)
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Outdoor pool
- - Outdoor pool (all year)
- - Outdoor furniture
Entertainment & family services
- - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Parking garage
- - Electric vehicle charging station
- - Accessible parking
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
- - Emergency cord in bathroom
Pool and wellness
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming pool
Miscellaneous
- - Key card access
- - Smoke alarms
- - Breakfast takeaway containers
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Thermometers for guests provided by property

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13 February 2026
Just perfect