Santiago de Alfama Boutique Hotel, Lisbon
Expert reviews
“In 2015, Dutch hospitality dreamer Heleen Uitenbroek turned a ruined 15th-century palace into Lisbon’s latest luxury sleeps at this 19-room bastion of style. Airy and awash in light pinewoods and contemporary art, her exquisite attention to detail is everywhere.”
“The finest small boutique hotels have the finest locations. This is certainly the case for Santiago de Alfama – Boutique Hotel betwixt Lisbon’s medieval São Jorge Castle and Miradouro de Santa Luzia viewpoint in the city’s ancient Alfama district.”
Won the CN Johansens Award for Best Urban Hotel in 2021.
What guests liked
- Excellent staff
- Excellent Wifi
- Top location
- Comfortable beds
- Great breakfast
- Boutique style
All you need to know
This five-star hotel located on 10 a 14 Rua de Santiago in the Santa Maira Maior district is the embodiment of luxury and style. Santiago de Alfama Boutique Hotel offers world-class services to tourists and travelers visiting the city.
The hotel is located in an excellent location where it offers guests a closeness to the city’s most famous and exciting places while its proximity to the major transportation system makes it the perfect departure spot for travelers looking to get all the excitement and adventure the city has to offer.
The famous Sao Jorge Castle is just an 8-minute walk away from the Santiago de Alfama while the lively and bustling Pombaline Downtown is just 500 m away from the hotel.
The famous Bairro Alto district and its shopping area are located within a 20-minute walk away from the hotel premises while the Terreiro do Paco is just 800 m away.
The nearest airport to the Santiago de Alfama is just 7 km away.
Amenities such as free Wi-Fi for internet access, flat-screen TV with cable channels, air-conditioning, wardrobe, and a private bathroom fitted with thoughtful touches such as bathroom slipper, bathrobes, and free toiletries.
The hotel provides the comfiest bed and pillow menu suitable for a good night’s rest.
The hotel restaurant is the best place for guests to enjoy and sample several varieties of local and international cuisines, served exquisitely and in a stylish setting.
Enjoy the best of Lisbon in the Santiago de Alfama.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
2 February 2025
Marvellous rooms with sea views
Location was great in Alfama and staff were so helpful especially Guilherme .We were upgraded and then upgraded again to a marvellous suite with extensive windows with views over the sea !-
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3 January 2025
Incredible hospitality, great breakfast and dinners, a very charming hotel - would stay again!
Amazing breakfast. Great location near restaurants. Walking distance to shopping areas. Enjoyed going just across the street from the hotel to see sunrise. Last but not least, the hotel staff were wonderful, friendly, attentive, and full of advice and suggestions for how we could most enjoy our time in Lisbon.
I wished there was a fitness center. However the staff recommended a number of places nearby. Otherwise it was great.
2 January 2025
Place to return
Breakfast with a lot of great (and huge) options. Staff very kind and professional. Great hotel very well renovated right in the heart of Alfama. Great view from the upper rooms facing the river.
Reveillon dinner overpriced for the service/food delivered.
29 December 2024
Perfection in Portugal. My stay was made perfect by every member of staff I met.
The Staff were the best I have ever met in any hotel. I was made to feel so welcome & cared for.
The toilet in the bathroom was very low - if I hadn’t worked with a Personal Trainer doing squats with 10k kettle bell I would have struggled to get up.
24 December 2024
A wonderful experience we cannot forget because the team made it special for my wife's 60th. Thanks!
Everything. From the moment we arrived, Ruben and his colleague checked us in. Before we knew it, our baggage was already in our room, which they upgraded. This was a very nice touch for my wife's 60th birthday. We loved the hotel and its history, and the staff (all) were amazing. Thank you! A special thank you to Ruben and the Concierge Team, Martin - Thanks for showing us the extension of the hotel coming up in 4 years or so (please invite us to the opening :) and of course Bruno from the Bar for making our evenings special and memorable, especially for wife birthday. Very kind! Best Barman in Lisbon!
Everything was perfect. We cannot share anything negative for this hotel or it's staff.
5 December 2024
Pretty small hotel, beautiful room, delish bf and nice staffs.
Great location and the staffs were really nice and helpful. The room was beautiful with comfortable bed, as well as big bathroom. It’s got everything that we needed. Also the breakfast was very good, good selection and delicious.
Because it is in the old town area so shops around closed quite soon. We brought our car and parked outside just in front of the hotel and we found some scratch. This upset us a bit but understandable as it is in public area.
26 November 2024
Good value with excellent staff
Location was excellent. Hotel is clean and very comfortable. Staff were exceptional.
Found the room we had to be small
19 November 2024
Exceptional
Perfect location, very attentive staff and extremely comfortable beds. Highly recommended.
17 November 2024
Unforgettable stay, everything was perfect, the staff made it exceptional!
This hotel provided the most exceptional stay we have ever experienced. The facilities were outstanding, and the restaurant was one of the finest we’ve visited, offering both exquisite food and a warm, inviting atmosphere. However, the most remarkable aspect was the staff. From the moment we arrived, they made us feel at home with their incredible attention to detail, professionalism, and genuine warmth. Special mention to Alex, whose impeccable wine knowledge, fascinating stories, and personal attention made every dinner unforgettable. Denusha and Henrique also enhanced the dining experience with their kindness and flawless service. At breakfast, Wendy, Erika and Lucas brightened every morning with her care and cheerfulness. Also they have the BEST BREAKFAST IN EUROPE!!! The bar was another highlight, thanks to Manuel, who crafted perfect drinks and created a relaxing ambiance. Ps: Do not skip the chance to have dinner here, the chef is FANTASTIC! This hotel is the perfect combination of perfectionism and warmth, making it feel like a home away from home.
10 November 2024
Perfect location
The location is outstanding. The staff is incredible and really go out of their way to make you feel comfortable. The food at the Audrey’s restaurant is outstanding. The property is very unique. The bathroom is huge. I’ve stayed at two different locations in Lisbon and this one is the best.
I didn’t have hot water in the shower. The staff immediately came up, but there was something wrong and it was never fixed. I was only there for two nights. This was an isolated incident, and not an overall reflection of the property.
30 October 2024
Stay ended too soon
Size, location,classy decor , large room, comfortable bed. in beautiful old building. Kind and responsive staff professionalism. Amenities excellent.
I have no criticism
13 October 2024
Exceptional
Everyone was great and helpful. Beautiful hotel
Everything was great
8 October 2024
Fantastic
Location was very central, the room was exceptional, all the staff were very helpful and the breakfast at Audreys was delivcious.
5 October 2024
Will come back
Just stunning and all the detail and art was wonderful
4 October 2024
Excellent stay. One of the most fantastic hotels
Beautiful hotel, service was over and beyond wonderful. Room was superb, breakfast very tasty
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27 September 2024
Exceptional
We absolutely enjoyed our stay at Santiago de Alfama. The rooms were beautiful, extremely clean and had clean linens every day. The hotel was located in a great location, was very quiet given it was right off a busy street.
25 September 2024
FANTASTIC & HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Unfortnately, we had to leave for the airport at 6 AM so we did not experience breakfast. However, it would be wonderful no doubt about it. We had dinner and it was a 10/10!
Absolutely nothing could have been better except that we did not get to spend enough time there and wish we would have booked it a day or more longer.
24 September 2024
A stylish stay in the heart of the old town
Superb location and very stylish hotel. Staff could not have been more helpful or attentive. We had a stunning view from our room, which was clean, elegant and very comfortable
17 September 2024
Our most enjoyable hotel experience for years.
From the moment we arrived, until the moment we left, the service levels were incredible - there was nothing the hotel staff wouldn't do to make our stay as enjoyable as possible. I would name some of the people but would not want to leave anyone out, but every member of each team we interacted with was exceptional, from cleaning, to guest services, to restaurant. The location is brilliant - we were right in the middle of the historic Alfama area, yet the hotel was an oasis of calm, and a joy to return to each day and evening. I cannot recommend this hotel highly enough. It is not a cheap option, but the stay we had justified the expense and we will go back I'm sure.
That we couldn't stay longer than 3 nights. Other than that, the whole stay was fantastic.
8 September 2024
Great location and great staff.
Great location with lovely eating area outside. Staff welcoming and very helpful with making reservations. Room stylish.
4 September 2024
Fabulous
Character and great location
3 September 2024
Exceptional
What a wonderful experience at the Santiago de Alfama. So welcoming and professional, excellent location and food in Audrey’s restaurant. The staff were so friendly, we meet so many lovely people…
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10 August 2024
Elegant, clean quiet delight all round with excellent service. Exceeded our expectations.
This is a clean, beautiful, quiet property with great restaurant and awesome hot breakfast made to order in excellent location on a pretty little quiet square, right next to a main artery. My only hesitation in telling you this is not keeping the secret for myself!
Frankly, nothing I disliked.
19 July 2024
We had a wonderful, 45th anniversary getaway.
Classy, comfortable, and clean. Convenient, beautiful location, amazing staff.
17 July 2024
Best stay of my trip to Portugal. Gorgeous place, wonderful staff!
Incredible room, facilities and food. Staff were amazing.
Nothing - it was perfect.
14 July 2024
Unforgettable
The location was outstanding the pillows and mattress were heavenly !
The service at the restaurant was very slow and they forgot our order on two occasions !
10 July 2024
Exceptional
Exceeded our expectations. Will be retunring.
5 July 2024
Fabulous
Beautiful renovation of historic building.
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2 July 2024
Boutique Hotel Bliss
Stunning hotel with spacious rooms and delicious breakfast!
2 July 2024
Awesome stay!
Beautiful, well located, really special in terms of architecture. Loved the staff
26 June 2024
amazing amazing amazing
It was the best hotel I have ever stayed in, and I have stayed at many Ritzs. The staff was amazing. I was very sad to check out The food was so good. Thank you guys for everything
19 June 2024
Absolutely wonderful. Highly recommend!!
Uniquely small and amazing food!!
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1 June 2024
Gem in Alfama!
Location was outstanding. Best breakfast! Bar is beautiful and cocktails well made. Dining at Audrey’s (hotel restaurant) was wonderful. We had the scallops.
Room was a little small.
28 May 2024
Well deserved reputation as one of the best urban boutique hotels in Europe
Great room (402 Panoramic suite), great food and charming staff in a historic building (Roman roots!) that couldn’t be bettered for ambience and convenience of location between castle and cathedral.
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26 May 2024
What a truly amazing place
Everything! Location and amenities are superb
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26 May 2024
wonderful place to stay. Highly recommend.
Fantastic location in the old town. Beautiful building and decor, room was large and nicely decorated. Service was outstanding. Breakfast was very nice.
26 May 2024
A memorable experience but difficult to get to.
Boutique hotel with great finishes. Picturesque location but hard to get to.
Hard to navigate to.
23 May 2024
jntimate and quiet
The location of the hotel was perfect
18 May 2024
The hotel staff and restaurant were exceptional.
The property over all was fantastic. The staff and the breakfast were exceptional.
Did not love the location, but the location was still good.
4 May 2024
Exceptional
The hotel was beautiful and even though located in a very tourist heavy area, it was tucked away and felt off the beaten track. The restaurant had a lovely outdoor seating area, and the food and service were excellent. The staff were very warm and welcoming, going out of their way to ensure we enjoyed our stay. We were even given a free upgrade! I would highly recommend this lovely hotel.
23 April 2024
Fabulous stay, great location, excellent staff and food.
I have never been to Lisbon and booked this based on reviews knowing nothing about the area. What a surprise, it is an older small boutique hotel of excellent quality and condition. The only mark for a view is our view was of a beautiful vegetated courtyard instead of an ocean view. But what privacy and quite that offered. The service was fantastic, above expectations. We were given cheese and meat plates in the room before dinner, the food in the restaurant was fantastic, and the best part was being able to walk less than one block to the most desired view point in Lisbon, and close proximity to other things like St Joes Castle, walks, etc.
Can't say much if anything at all.
12 April 2024
Great and would recommend to anybody wishing to stay in the central part of Franschhoek.
Beautiful old historical building that has been restored with great care and thought. Wonderful finishes and superb interior decoration.
The bar fridge in the room wasn't working but was quickly changed.
8 April 2024
The dedicated and friendly staff took great care of us at this beautiful boutique hotel.
Beautiful building in a fabulous location with exceptional staff
It would be helpful to provide instructions for guests who need to arrive in a rental car because the access is controlled with a code.
4 April 2024
Fredarico was wonderful & provided excellent service. This is a beautiful hotel!
Location & amenities
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23 March 2024
Impossible to beat
Excellent location. Fantastic cuisine and friendly attentive and helpful staff
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16 March 2024
My daughter and I stayed here for a long layover before heading back to the USA. It was the perfect location!
The location was perfect. The accomodations support.
I loved it all.
10 March 2024
Superb service and location
Superb service
Not advisable to arrive with own car due to lack of parking nearby and lots of traffic; although the staff was extremely helpful with helping with parking
8 March 2024
Wonderful four days at this quite exquisite hotel
Superb and varied breakfast especially the delicious granola.
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6 February 2024
Exceptional
Helpful and friendly staff. Splendid breakfast. Great place, central yet quiet.
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Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Snack bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kid meals (additional charge)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits
- - Coffee house on site
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Barber/beauty shop
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Car hire
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- - Shared lounge/TV area
- - Pet basket
- - Pet bowls
- - Shuttle service
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Tour desk
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
- - Invoice provided
Outdoors
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor furniture
Entertainment and family services
- - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Activities
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Beauty Services
- - Facial treatments
- - Waxing services
- - Make up services
- - Hair treatments
- - Manicure
- - Pedicure
- - Hair styling
- - Body treatments
- - Body scrub
- - Body wrap
- - Back massage
- - Neck massage
- - Foot massage
- - Couples massage
- - Head massage
- - Hand massage
- - Full body massage
- - Walking tours (additional charge)
- - Bike tours (additional charge)
- - Happy hour (additional charge)
- - Tour or class about local culture (additional charge)
Parking
- - Street parking
- - Accessible parking
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
- - Toilet with grab rails
- - Higher level toilet
- - Lower bathroom sink
- - Emergency cord in bathroom
Transport
- - Airport pick up (additional charge)
- - Airport drop off (additional charge)
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
19 February 2025
Staff was wonderful.checkin was seamless and people helped with anything we needed