LISBON
Portugal
QUICK TAKE
Lisbon rewards staying central. Skip the Airbnbs in residential areas unless you want to Uber everywhere. The hills are real — location matters more here than in flat cities.
FOR THE FIRST-TIMER
STAY IN
Baixa or Chiado
WHY
Walkable to everything, easy orientation. You'll figure out the city fast from here. Trams, restaurants, and landmarks all accessible on foot.
OUR PICK
Boutique hotel near Praça do Comércio
~$180-250/night
FOR THE DESIGN/FOOD OBSESSIVE
STAY IN
Príncipe Real or Santos
WHY
Best restaurants, boutique shopping, local feel. The crowds thin out here. You'll eat well and feel like you discovered something.
OUR PICK
Design hotel in Príncipe Real
~$220-320/night
FOR THE BUDGET-CONSCIOUS
STAY IN
Mouraria or Graça
WHY
Authentic, cheaper, still central-ish. You'll work harder to get around but save significantly. Good for longer stays.
OUR PICK
Guesthouse in Graça with views
~$80-140/night
SKIP THESE (TOURIST TRAPS)
- × Bairro Alto hotels
Loud at night. Great for bars, terrible for sleep.
- × Airport area stays
You'll waste hours commuting. Not worth the savings.
- × Generic chain hotels outside center
Lisbon's charm is walkability. Don't give that up.
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Last updated: January 2025 · Prices are approximate