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“An opulent extravaganza of stained glass, parquet floors, stucco work and painted rococo ceilings in this 19th Century Palace. Rooms ooze classical elegance and romance with views of the Tagus River from private balconies. Enjoy the fantastic fine dining cuisine, sleek bar, pool and spa.”

“An opulent extravaganza of stained glass, parquet floors, stucco work and painted rococo ceilings in this 19th Century Palace. Rooms ooze classical elegance and romance with views of the Tagus River from private balconies. Enjoy the fantastic fine dining cuisine, sleek bar, pool and spa.”

Hotel Review

This 19th-century palace was built by the Marquis of Valle Flor on the riches from his cocoa farms in São Tomé. He created a magnificent garden of botanical specimens and both palace and gardens are now classified as National Monuments. Beautifully restored and converted into a five-star hotel in the 1990s by the Pestana Group, it has since proved popular with celebrities. In addition to the main palace, there are two modern wings that stretch diagonally into the garden and which house the majority of the comfortable rooms. Palace rooms are for romantic revivalists rather than minimalists. The bar, numerous sitting rooms and dining room are old school in decoration and style, but are definitely atmospherically easy-going new school. The indoor and outdoor pool and spa is where the Pestana Palace comes into it's own. It's a joy after a frenetic days sightseeing to sit with a cold beer amongst the guests who decided to stay put all day, enjoying the sunshine and spa facilities. Stay here to relax whilst knowing that a 7 minute taxi ride will take you to the buzzing centre of Lisbon.
 

Written by Hugh Graham-Watson

Recommended For

  • Total relaxation
  • Indulge in a truly regal stay- lavish suites filled with fine antiques and rich fabrics, lush gardens and wonderful food.
  • Sights nearby
  • The fascinating Hieronymites Monastery is just two minutes down the road, trace the history of the Order of Saint Jerome.
  • Great walks
  • The sprawling sub tropical gardens are well worth exploring, they have even been declared a National Monument.
  • Hotel Entertainment
  • Spend an enjoyable evening listening to live piano while sipping on drinks at the eleganr Allegro Bar.
  • Other Activities
  • Sip cocktails while you sun yourself at the outdoor pool, followed by luxorious spa and sauna session.
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace
  • Premium Garden Rooms and most of the suites come with private terrace or balcony
  • Child friendly
  • Babysitting services are available.
  • Free wifi
  • Views
  • Conference facilities
  • Family Suites
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Disabled access
  • Full of character
  • Opulent
  • Beach nearby
  • Townhouse
  • Grand Hotel
  • Landmark
  • Historic
  • Chic
  • Antiques
  • Quiet
  • Wellbeing
  • Traditional
  • Charming
  • Luxury
  • Intimate
  • Romantic
  • Gourmet

Facilities

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace
  • Premium Garden Rooms and most of the suites come with private terrace or balcony
  • Child friendly
  • Babysitting services are available.
  • Airport transfer
  • Surcharges are applicable.
  • Parking
  • Valet parking at a charge.
  • Swimming Pool
  • Two lovely pools.
  • Business Centre
  • Satellite / Cable TV
  • Meeting Room
  • Hairdresser/Beauty Salon
  • Sauna/Steam
  • Internet
  • Air conditioning
  • Free wifi
  • Views
  • No pets
  • Shops
  • Car not required
  • Conference facilities
  • Bar
  • Family Suites
  • Outdoor dining
  • Safe
  • Walking distance restaurants
  • Concierge
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Garden
  • Gym
  • Sitting Room
  • Room service
  • 24 Hour room service
  • Disabled access
  • Suites
  • Private dining room
  • Hot Tub
  • Massage
  • Wifi

Activities

  • Sights nearby
  • The fascinating Hieronymites Monastery is just two minutes down the road, trace the history of the Order of Saint Jerome.
  • Great walks
  • The sprawling sub tropical gardens are well worth exploring, they have even been declared a National Monument.
  • Hotel Entertainment
  • Spend an enjoyable evening listening to live piano while sipping on drinks at the eleganr Allegro Bar.
  • Other Activities
  • Sip cocktails while you sun yourself at the outdoor pool, followed by luxorious spa and sauna session.

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Ten reasons Why I Love..Pestana Palace, Lisbon

The sheer treat of staying somewhere quite so beautiful, authentic and mercifully unspoilt. By Fiona Duncan.

Originally published by Hotel Guru Blog (view article)

Pestana Palace Lisboa

"The original palace brims with all the pomp of the early 19th century. It was painstakingly restored over 12 years to its opulent best, complete with gleaming marble columns, polished parquetry and gilded, frescoed ceilings."

Originally published by The Telegraph (view article)