The Lapa Palace, a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, was built in 1870 as the private residence of the Count of Valenca. It is set on a hill overlooking the Tagus River in the stately embassy district. Nestled amidst tranquil gardens, you get a chic resort feel within a city setting.

The lush, manicured gardens are complete with pond, streams, waterfall, swimming pool, century old trees and tropical flowers. It is a 5-minute cab ride to the city center, but after a hard day of sightseeing, you can return to a sun-lounger and cocktail by the pool. This stunning sanctuary is decorated in traditional Portuguese style with marble, stucco, carved wood and tiles. Its peaceful garden provides a relaxing oasis. The two most impressive accommodations at the hotel are the Tower Room and The Royal Suite. The Tower Room is the one for honeymooners, with its pop-up TV at the end of the bed, Jacuzzi for two, and a private turret where you can dine al fresco with a panorama of the city. The hotel's Cipriani was voted by Zagat as best restaurant in Lisbon for its contemporary Italian and Portuguese cuisine. The Lapa Wellness Centre provides extensive facilities including heated indoor and outdoor pools, fully equipped gymnasium, La Prairie "Art of Beauty" treatments, various therapies, massages and more. This home away from home is for those used to living in the "lapa" luxury. Guests have included European royalty, Rod Stewart, Sting, Cher, Bono, John Malkovich, Catherine Deneuve, Paul McCartney...

ACCOLADES & ARTICLES

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WOW FACTORS

High perch in residential neighborhood provides great city views with traditional opulent Portuguese decor and heated outdoor pool (summer) and indoor pool (year-round), subtropical gardens.

LEISURE

On-site: Outdoor Pool, Indoor Pool, Fully equipped Gymnasium, Sauna, Turkish Steam Bath, Massage.

The Wellness Centre, open 8am-8pm, provides a wide range of treatments. All treatments can be booked in advance by emailing: reservations@lapa-palace.com. Spa packages also available.

Massages and Open Air Massages in the Garden
Aromatherapy and Hydrotherapy
La Stone Therapy
Spa Jet Treatments
Shiatsu
Reflexology
The Art of Beauty center with La Prairie
Make-up services with Mac Cosmetics
Hairdresser

Nearby: Golf, tennis, horseback riding, sandy beaches, sailing.

EXPLORE

The hotel's Concierge can make the following special arrangements. Send an Email to: concierge@lapa-palace.com, with any special requests:
• Helicopter flight over Cape Roca and Sintra Mountains
• Visit the Wine Cellars in a Classic Car
• Exclusive Sailing Day on a Luxury Yacht
• A Day with the Lusitano Horse

Lisbon attractions:
• St. George's Castle (Castelo de Sao Jorge)
• Bairro Alto, Alfama and Baixa neighborhoods
• Gulbenkian Museum (Museu Calouste Gulbenkian)
• Oceanarium (Oceanario de Lisboa)
• National Tile Museum (Museu Nacional do Azulejo)
• Se Cathedral

AIRPORT DISTANCE

7.5 miles/12 km/25 minutes

GETTING THERE

Transfers to/from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) are approximately $65 for up to 3 people, each way, and can be arranged through the hotel. Taxis are available for approximately $20-$27.

CHILD POLICY

Children under 12 are permitted at no additional cost using existing bedding within maximum occupancy. Children 13-16 are an additional $109 per child, per night.

PET POLICY

Pets are permitted at no additional cost; there is a weight limit of 10 pounds.

SMOKING POLICY

Smoking is permitted only in the Eça de Queiros Lounge.