Palacio Belmonte, Lisbonne

Located in the heart of the historical district of Lisbon, Palácio Belmonte boasts 2,130 years of unbroken history and is the oldest of its kind in the city. This national monument overlooks the rooftops of the old city and the Straw Sea [River Tagus]. During the past six years, Palácio Belmonte has been transformed into an exclusive eight-suite property using traditional building techniques and products from the country. The result is a peaceful, authentic and luxurious hotel with five terraces, sitting rooms and libraries. To match the fabulous collection of 17th and 18th Century tiles, antiques have been sourced from the same period and blended with modernity, art and beautiful carpets. It’s an ideal location for those who seek tranquillity, beauty, space and fresh sea air. Palácio Belmonte provides a secluded base from which to explore the city of Lisbon, its architecture and intense cultural life.

There is also a beautiful garden which has been totally redesigned and planted according to organic principles with usable and numerous local species, plants, fruit, trees and flowers.