Watchlist
People often ask us for even more hotel recommendations in Portugal, so we decided to publish the list of the hotels that are on our radar.
Casa C’Alma
A 5-bedroom boutique guesthouse with minimalist Scandi-style decor. Located in Misericordia (near Bairro Alto), a great choice for travellers interested in a more authentic local experience.
Casa Oliver
Located in the charming Praça do Príncipe Real Square, this 1895 building offers 26 stylish and individually designed rooms.
Hotel 1908
A new boutique hotel in Intendente, the most up and coming, multicultural and hip part of town.
The Lisboans Apartments
Stylish apartments set in a stunning townhouse, right in the heart of historical Lisbon. Breakfast is included which is a lovely touch.
Palácio Belmonte
Housed in a stunning 15th-century palace at the foot of the Castelo de São Jorge with a view over the roofs of old Lisbon.
Valverde Hotel
5-star boutique hotel in upscale Avenida da Liberdade, decorated in lovely warm colours. There is an inviting patio and small swimming pool.
Santa Clara 1728
Serene small boutique hotel set in a refurbished 18th century building offering 6 spacious rooms in charming Alfama.
Santiago de Alfama
A 5-star charming boutique hotel set on a historic building with gorgeous views of old Alfama, in the historic centre of Lisbon.
Raw Culture Art & Lofts Bairro Alto
Thirteen unique, stylish lofts decorated with the owner’s private art collection. A project born from the acquisition of an old Portuguese Typography in buzzing Bairro Alto. À la carte and vegan breakfast offered.
Casa Amora
A charming 5-bedroom and 6-studios B&B set in two emblematical Lisbon buildings: an early 20th century building and a 18th century house featuring a charming terraced courtyard.
A Bela Aurora
A spacious, light-filled guesthouse with a peaceful garden. There five suites decorated with handcrafted furniture and design pieces. Located in the residential art district, a ten-minute walk from the heart of the city.
Armazém Luxury Housing
Located in an old iron warehouse from the 19th century, in the historic centre of Porto. We haven’t seen it in the flesh yet but this 9-bedroom guesthouse certainly looks like our cup of tea.
Baumhaus Serviced Apartments
Designer apartments set in a beautiful 4-storey building with a huge garden in the city centre.
Miss’Opo
Cool and quirky 7-studio flat guesthouse with a bar/cafe, just a few steps aways from the charming Ribeira neighbourhood.
My Home in Porto
A cosy 3-bedroom guesthouse hosted by owner Juan, who will serve you a brilliant locally-sourced breakfast (in the garden, weather allowing) and is always full of ideas of what to do in Porto.
Pensão Favorita
Boutique B&B’s with a low-key bohemian vibe in Porto’s trendy and arty neighbourhood of Miguel Bombarda. The 12 rooms offer a mix of modern and retro-style furnishings and each have a small lounge area.
Rosa Et Al Townhouse
Also located in the “street of the art galleries” (Miguel Bombarda), this 7 bedroom traditional townhouse offers original architecture alongside sleek mid-century furniture and a lovely garden.
Myo Design House
Designer suites and studios set in a renovated building that was formerly one of the main hospitals in the heart of Porto, built in 1605. A stone’s throw away from the charming Rua das Flores street.
Casa do Cativo
Guesthouse set in a renovated 19th-century building featuring a private garden and a swimming pool. Located in the historical centre of Porto, just a 6-minute walk to the iconic D. Luis I Bridge.
Mo House
Pretty guesthouse located in the historical centre of Porto with a stunning view of the river Douro. Bedrooms feature kitchenettes, but a lovely breakfast is also served.
Aldeia da Pedralva
Located in Vila do Bispo near Sagres, Aldeia da Pedralva is a special resort built from the ruins of a traditional Portuguese village, with 50 houses once inhabited by over 100 people.
Vila Monte Farm House
A tranquil retreat with a garden and two swimming pools, set among an orange grove in sunny Algarve, a 10-minute drive away from the beautiful Fuseta beach.
Casa no Tempo
A dreamy four-bedroom old family farmhouse, with minimal beautiful decor set among wildflower fields, lakes and cork groves near the hilltop village of Montemor-o-Novo in the deep Alentejo.
Casas Caiadas
Old water mills have been turned into a gorgeous trio of whitewashed cottages in the heart of the Alentejo, near the small village of Sabugueiro and the historical town of Évora.
Casas da Lupa
Located in the Southwest Alentejo near the cute village of Zambujeira do Mar and its magnificent beaches, this small boutique hotel offers a fusion of minimalist and rustic style.
Casa da Ermida de Santa Catarina
Set right on top of the Caia Dam lakeside, with stunning lake views and scenic green surroundings. 7-bedroom house featuring nature-inspired décor and furnishings.
Cerca do Sul
Simple but lovely seven bedrooms (including one family room) all opening on to the terrace, with hammocks strung from the rafters, yoga classes and an inviting pool.
Monte West Coast
Tucked away in the valley of the river Seixe, Monte West Coast is a beautiful 50 hectare estate with independent houses of varying sizes. Swimming pool with amazing views and sun decks. The gorgeous Odeceixe beach is 5km away.
Muxima
Cute and colourful eco-guesthouse near the spectacular beaches of the Vicentine Coast Natural Park and the lovely village of Aljezur.
Monte Velho Equo Resort
Boutique hotel located 7 km from Arraiolos, with a strong focus on horse riding activities. Each room opens to a furnished balcony with an amazing view to the dam inserted in a piece of the typical landscape of Alentejo.
Casa do Governador
A 7-bedroom centennial house offering rustic-style decor and an outdoor pool, set in an ecological reserve area near the beautiful historical town of Évora in Alentejo.
Três Marias
Cute rural stay in the Alentejo countryside near the beaches of Vila Nova de Milfontes, popular with hikers walking the Rota Vicentina.
Sobreiras Alentejo Country Hotel
Tranquil hotel located in the Alentejo countryside, offering elegant and minimal design, comfortable rooms in a gorgeous setting.
Aldeia da Mata Pequena
Step back in time at this charming tiny Portuguese village. There are 13 fully equipped rural houses, a special place to relax within an hours drive from Lisbon.
Casas na Areia
Four fully equipped seaside cottages with a special twist: white sand instead of traditional floors. These stunning huts are integrated on the nature reserve of river Sado in Comporta, home to a great variety of wildlife.
Cabanas no Rio
From the creative minds behind Casas na Areia, these two minimalist wooden cabins (which were once used by local fisherman) are a truly wonderful gem. Only an hour south of Lisbon in fashionable Comporta. You’ll feel a world away.
Surfers Lodge
We have recently visited and we definitely want to come back to feature it on JO&SO. Expect laid back vibes, a rooftop pool and great rooms at this boutique surf lodge in Peniche’s little gem Baleal, just across from the Atlantic beach.
Mercearia D’Alegria
Also situated in surfers hotspot Peniche, this B&B offers cosy bedrooms with some featuring a patio or a terrace. 6-minutes walk from the beach.
Villa Cascais Guesthouse
A guesthouse set in a renovated 19th-century aristocratic residence, boasting views of Cascais Bay and the beach. You are welcome to enjoy the swimming pool of their sister property, Hotel Albatroz.
Noah Surf House
From the same owners as the nearby Areias do Seixo, Noah is perfect for those seeking some of Portugal’s best surf. There’s an outdoor pool and the hotel is right on the beach.
Monverde – Wine Experience Hotel
A design wine hotel with an outdoor pool located in Amarante, amongst the fertile agricultural lands of the Minho region. 50mins drive from Porto.
Quinta de São Bernardo
Gorgeous Winery & Farmhouse in Mesão Frio in the Douro offering both private pool villas and luxury suites. It looks amazing, we can’t wait to visit.
Casa do Juncal
Cosy boutique guesthouse located within the city walls of Guimarães, set in a manor house from the 18th century.
Casa das Penhas Douradas Design Hotel & SPA
A 4-star boutique hotel surrounded by the crisp, clear air of the surrounding Serra da Estrela mountains. Inspired by local architecture and constructed using natural materials such as cork and wood.
Casa de São Lourenço
A 5-star boutique spa hotel set in Manteigas, amongst Portugal’s highest mountains, Serra da Estrela. All rooms offer panoramic views and 100% Portuguese design.
Chão do Rio
Six small and well-equipped stone houses and an eco swimming pool set amongst eight-hectares of farm in Seia, near the striking Natural Park of Serra da Estrela. Pets are welcome.
Cavalo de Madeira
Relaxed eco-guesthouse located in Arelho near the charming town of Óbidos. Rooms offer lagoon and sea views and there are plenty of outdoor activities for nature lovers.
Hotel Quinta das Lagrimas
The first 5-star in Coimbra is set in a grand 14th-century building, former home to Prince Pedro and his lover Inês de Castro.
Luz Charming Houses
A tranquil boutique hotel in Fátima, featuring pretty studios, rooms, a wellness area and a swimming pool.
Rio do Prado
Nestled amongst tranquil surroundings, the eco-design Rio do Prado near Óbidos offers energy efficient suites featuring floor-to-ceiling windows with garden views. There are 2 outdoor pools, spa facilities, a sun terrace and 5 lakes.
The Luggage Hostel & Suites
This recently opened small hotel provides dorms as well as beautiful private suites, set in an early 20th century building in the heart of Coimbra.
Belmond Reid’s Palace
Set in subtropical gardens overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, this luxury hideaway in Funchal features an oceanfront spa, 3 swimming pools and direct access to the beautiful deep blue sea.
Pico do Refúgio
Located on the north coast of the island of São Miguel, Pico do Refúgio is a mansion that dates to the beginning of the 17th century. Offering traditional-style houses with contemporary design, sea views and an outdoor swimming pool.
Pink House Azores
We love the look of this restored old barn turned into a design boutique accommodation, a 7-min drive from the historical centre of São Miguel. There’s a seasonal outdoor pool.
Santa Barbara Eco-Beach Resort
Modern and exotic eco-villas in Ribeira Grande, north coast of São Miguel Island, with direct access to the beach, a beach bar, a swimming pool and a wellness centre.
Furnas Boutique Hotel
A 4-star boutique hotel located in São Miguel Island, in Vale das Furnas, home to the largest concentration of thermal waters in Europe. Featuring swimming pools and a Spa & Wellness centre.
Quinta dos Peixes Falantes
Two beautiful and well-equipped studios and two 1-bedroom houses in Ribeira Grande, with access to a private garden and swimming pool.