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Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Lisbon

71 stays · 58 aparthotels and 13 serviced apartments

Lisbon rewards slow travel, which is why aparthotels and serviced apartments work so well here. The city's markets make cooking at home a pleasure, its steep hills make a comfortable base to return to between outings more valuable, and many visitors stay a week or more to add day trips to Sintra and Cascais. Apartment-style stays also suit families and professionals on longer assignments who want a kitchen and room to work.

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Where to stay in Lisbon

Baixa and Chiado

  • first-time visitors
  • sightseeing
  • shopping

The Baixa is the flat, grid-plan downtown rebuilt after the 1755 earthquake, with Chiado rising to the west. Both are central for shops, cafés and the riverfront, with Rossio station close by for trains to Sintra. It is the easiest area for a short first visit, though the busiest.

Stays in or near Baixa and Chiado

Bairro Alto and Príncipe Real

  • nightlife
  • dining
  • couples

Bairro Alto is the city's best-known nightlife quarter, its narrow streets filling with bars after dark. Neighbouring Príncipe Real is calmer, with gardens and independent shops. Cais do Sodré, down by the river, is close for trains to Cascais and Belém.

Stays in or near Bairro Alto and Príncipe Real

Campo de Ourique

  • long stays
  • families
  • local life

Campo de Ourique is a residential district west of the centre with a well-known market where locals shop for food. Away from the main sightseeing routes, it has a more everyday rhythm than the old quarters. It suits visitors who want a neighbourhood feel within reach of the sights.

Stays in or near Campo de Ourique

Parque das Nações

  • business travel
  • families
  • airport access

Parque das Nações was built for Expo '98 along the river in the east of the city. It is modern and spacious, with wide promenades, and Oriente station sits on the red metro line between the airport and the city centre, making it a practical base for frequent flyers.

Stays in or near Parque das Nações

Belém

  • families
  • sightseeing
  • quiet

Belém, to the west along the Tagus, holds the Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower and a cluster of museums, including the Maritime Museum and MAAT. It is further from the nightlife than the central districts, and suburban trains on the Cascais line connect it with Cais do Sodré.

Getting around Lisbon

Humberto Delgado Airport is about 7 km from downtown. The red metro line runs directly from Aeroporto station; it takes about 16 minutes to Saldanha, where you can change for the yellow line. Several Carris bus routes also serve the airport, and taxis and ride-hailing cars are widely available.

The Metropolitano de Lisboa has four lines – blue, green, red and yellow – with 56 stations, running daily from 6.30 am until about 1 am. Carris operates the buses and trams, including the historic tram 28. Load a navegante card with credit (zapping) or a 24-hour ticket, or tap a contactless bank card at the metro gates. Suburban trains run from Cais do Sodré to Cascais and from Rossio to Sintra.

Living in Lisbon for longer

For a stay of a month or more, a personalised navegante pass covers metro, buses and trams. Fresh produce is easy to find: the Mercado da Ribeira, home of the Time Out Market, and the market in Campo de Ourique are both good for local produce.

Pick an area that limits daily climbing if you will be walking with shopping or children; the grid of the Baixa and the riverside Parque das Nações involve far less climbing than Alfama or Bairro Alto. Readers moving for work should see our relocation guide, and our Porto page covers Portugal's second city.

When to visit Lisbon

Lisbon has mild winters and very warm summers, with average winter daytime temperatures around 15 °C and summer daytime temperatures around 25 °C. Spring and autumn are comfortable for walking the hills, while July and August are the warmest months.

June is the month of the Festas de Lisboa, honouring Saints Anthony, John and Peter; the biggest night is Santo António on 12–13 June, when the old quarters fill with street parties.

Lisbon is built on seven hills above the Tagus, and the neighbourhoods differ sharply: the rebuilt grid of the Baixa, the medieval lanes of Alfama, the nightlife streets of Bairro Alto and the modern riverside district created for Expo '98. If you are comparing options, our guide on aparthotels versus hotels sets out the differences.

Long-stay tips for Lisbon

Of the 71 properties here, 33 offer an in-apartment washing machine, 9 list a laptop-friendly workspace, 34 include some form of housekeeping and 14 have a 24-hour front desk. If you are staying more than a few nights, compare the facts box on each property page first.

52 properties list a full kitchen and 18 only a kitchenette, so check the room type if you plan to cook more than simple meals.

Where room sizes are published, the median apartment here is 45 m².

Moving for work? Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.

Aparthotel brands in Lisbon

Several aparthotel brands operate here, including Numa (19), Limehome (4) and Residence Inn (1).

Other cities in Portugal

Planning a longer trip? See aparthotels in Albufeira, Porto, Portimão, Funchal, Lagos, Horta, Ponta Delgada and Lagoa.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Lisbon?

The Baixa and Chiado are the most central for first visits. Alfama suits those who want atmosphere and views, Bairro Alto suits nightlife, and Campo de Ourique or Parque das Nações suit families and longer stays.

How do I get from Lisbon Airport to the city centre?

The red metro line runs from Aeroporto station into the city, reaching Saldanha in about 16 minutes, where you can change lines. Carris buses and taxis are also available; the airport is about 7 km from downtown.

Can I pay for Lisbon public transport by contactless card?

Yes, contactless bank cards are accepted at metro gates. Alternatively, buy a navegante card and load it with credit or a 24-hour ticket covering metro, buses and trams.

Is Lisbon walkable?

The centre is compact but built on seven hills, so walking involves steep streets and steps. Trams, funiculars and the metro help with the climbs.

When are the Lisbon festivals?

The Festas de Lisboa take place in June, with the main celebration for Santo António on the night of 12 to 13 June.

How many aparthotels are there in Lisbon?

We currently list 71 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Lisbon.

Do aparthotels in Lisbon have kitchens?

70 of the 71 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.

Which aparthotels in Lisbon have a washing machine?

33 properties list an in-apartment washing machine. Use the facts box on each property page to check.

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