Big red doors and a discrete gold plaque facined to 16th century stone are the only signs you’ve reached Palácio Belmonte. Connecting Lisbon’s charming Alfama neighborhood to São Jorge Castle, the former palace is a welcome reprieve in the bustling city. Indugling in a glass of rosé and fresh salad at Grenache in the front courtyard isn’t a bad way to get settled in either. Once on the other side of the historic front doors, 10 impeccably preserved and restored suites, each with its own unique characteristics and original 16th century azulejo tile motif by Portuguese master tile-makers, Manuel Santos and Valentim de Almeida—commissioned in 1720 and 1730 by the original family—are found in every corner.
Wraparound terraces draped in fuscia bougainvillea that overlook the Tagus river make having breakfast (complementary with your stay) anywhere else seem drab in comparison. We also need to talk about the bathrooms: deep soaking marble tubs and rainfall showers strategically placed so it feels like you’re rinsing off outdoors in complete privacy. You’ll save it as inspo for later.
The rest of the property, a cozy library with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, an expansive ballroom converted into a lovely lounge area, and alcoves that overlook the terracotta roofs of Alfama can’t be missed either. We’d be surprised if you don’t leave with a camera roll full of Palácio Belmonte vignettes.
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