Olissippo Lapa PalacevsCasa Balthazar
Both properties are praised by writers. On balance, Olissippo Lapa Palace is preferred by most professionals compared to Casa Balthazar. Olissippo Lapa Palace ranks #2 in Lisbon with recommendations from 14 reviewers like DK Eyewitness, Concierge and The Telegraph.
Olissippo Lapa Palace Show All Reviews
Rua do Pau da Bandeira, 4, Lisbon 1249-021, Portugal
From $371/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"This 19C palace combines lavish style and classic splendour."
Concierge
"The pink palace set high on a hill in its own gardens... remains as extraordinary as ever thanks to good management... and recent refurbishments."
Travel + Leisure
"Newer Garden Wing rooms have balconies; those on the top 3 floors have views of the Tagus River." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Opulent and eclectic in its decor, this is now an established jewel in Lisbon’s hotel crown. The location is quiet, but quite a walk from the centre."
Rough Guide
"A stunning nineteenth-century mansion set in its own lush gardens, with dramatic vistas over the Tejo."
Star Service
"Lisbon's most refined hotel is located in an elegant residential neighborhood dotted with embassies and celebrity-worthy mansions." Full review
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Units 702, 704 and 705 are the best rooms, and repeat guests request rooms in the Palace wing, as they feature unique decor and individual regional accents.
Oyster
Luxury
"It is known among well-heeled couples and business travelers for its excellent service, upscale amenities, and elegant rooms with modern conveniences." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
""Every aspect of this hotel was superb, with the only possible drawback being its location. Even so, we would stay here again in a heartbeat."" Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"An imposing, 19th-century palace turned luxury hotel set on a hillside, overlooking one of Lisbon’s smartest neighbourhoods with antique-filled interiors and sumptuous rooms." Full review
Hideaway Report
94.0
"Lavish hotel on a lush hilltop overlooking the Tagus River in a quiet residential-embassy district, 10 minutes from downtown." Full review
Casa Balthazar
Rua do Duque, 22A, Lisbon 1200-159, Portugal
From $179/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Concierge
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Tucked down a quiet lane, Casa Balthazar has undeniable appeal with spacious, beautifully furnished rooms that bridge art deco with the 21st century." Full review
Fodor's
"Tucked away in a gated compound in Chiado, this sweet-and-chic guest house offers luxury stays with a welcoming family atmosphere." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Buried in the tiny streets of Chiado, this 19th-century haven offers tranquillity from the bustle of the city which its 17 rooms look onto, with views stretching across the red roofs." Full review