Art, architecture and travel in Portugal

Lisbon's hotel scene continues to blossom, thanks to these must-visit hotels

With a postcard-perfect panorama of cobbled streets, ancient ruins and yellow trams, its no wonder Lisbon is such a hot destination. And now with a burst of fresh hotels to match, checking in has never been so easy. Take a look at our pick of the best Lisbon hotels to check into right now.

By Melina Keays Last updated 19 October 22

Soap stars: a keen nose points Portuguese label Claus Porto in a fresh direction

By Emma Moore Last updated 18 October 22

Lisbon Architecture Triennale 2022 offers a fresh exploration of Earth

We explore the offerings of Lisbon Architecture Triennale 2022, and its theme ‘Terra'

By Natasha Levy Last updated 15 October 22

Porto Design Biennale evaluates post-millennium creativity

For the first edition of Porto Design Biennale, curators ask big questions about global issues in locations across the coastal city

By Marco Sammicheli Last updated 14 October 22

Exploring 'The Form of Form' at the 2016 Lisbon Architecture Triennale

By Giovanna Dunmall Last updated 13 October 22

This Portuguese farmhouse takes its cues from its natural surrounds

NaMora House is a Portuguese farmhouse by architects Filipe Pina and David Bilo that opens a dialogue with its leafy surrounds

By Ellie Stathaki Last updated 13 October 22

Lisbon’s Casa-Museu Medeiros e Almeida displays a spectacular array of historic jewellery

By Edwina Ings-Chambers Last updated 12 October 22

Jaime Beriestain designs Lisbon's The One hotel

By Mary Lussiana Last updated 12 October 22

A light architectural intervention has rejuvenated a 19th-century home into Vila Foz

By Daven Wu Last updated 12 October 22

Portuguese brand De La Espada set to host London open house pop-up

By Alyn Griffiths Last updated 12 October 22

Housed in a palace, Lisbon’s latest hotel marries the 18th and 21st centuries

By Mary Lussiana Last updated 12 October 22

The vine-covered hillside in the north of Portugal, is home to a new six-room hotel

By Trish Lorenz Last updated 12 October 22

It’s all about the view at these nine Lisbon hotspots

Famous for its yellow trams, cobbled streets and delicious pasteis de nata, Lisbon is no longer a secret. But only once you visit, do you realise that the loveliest thing about the city is its light – which dances off the Tagus River, dappling the quintessential red roofs and blue-tiled facades – best experienced from a height, preferably at one of these vantage points below.

By Mary Lussiana Last updated 12 October 22

Behind the façade of a 1920s theatre, there's food and fashion at Lisbon’s newest lifestyle emporium

By Mary Lussiana Last updated 11 October 22

Inês Moura has carved out a series of richly textured spaces at Lisbon's Esqina Cosmopolitan Lodge

By Daven Wu Last updated 11 October 22

Casa Varatojo by Atelier Data, Portugal

By Catarina de Almeida Brito Last updated 11 October 22

A grand 18th century palace in Lisbon has been transformed into a gastronomic emporium

By Rupert Eden Last updated 11 October 22

Vintage flair with Portuguese details by Quiet Studio at Lisbon's newest hotel

By Mary Lussiana Last updated 11 October 22

Basque chef Eneko Atxa joins Lisbon's ever-growing culinary scene

By Mary Lussiana Last updated 11 October 22

Nature is king at Sublime Comporta, and its new cabanas inspired by Portuguese fishing huts

By Kate Hamilton Last updated 10 October 22

Casa No Tempo — Alentejo, Portugal

By Mary Lussiana Last updated 10 October 22

Intricate mouldings and ornate ornamental ceilings at Lisbon’s newest hotel

By Daven Wu Last updated 10 October 22

Former Algarve post office transformed into five bedroom hotel — Algarve, Portugal

By Mary Lussiana Last updated 10 October 22

Comporta cabins: sustainable breaks for escape artists

Referencing traditional fishermen huts, Studio 3a worked with the bare essentials

By Ellie Stathaki Last updated 10 October 22