Once Upon Lisboa

Once Upon Lisboa

★★★★☆

Boutique Hotel

Lisbon, Portugal

Housed in a restored historic building in the heart of Lisbon, Once Upon Lisboa blends Portuguese character, contemporary comfort, and a passion for wine, music, and storytelling.

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About the hotel

Located in the historic Baixa district, just moments from Lisbon Cathedral, Praça do Comércio, and Rossio Square, Once Upon Lisboa places guests at the centre of the capital’s vibrant cultural life. Its privileged location allows visitors to explore the city’s historic streets, riverfront, restaurants, and tram routes entirely on foot.

Occupying a carefully restored heritage building, the boutique hotel celebrates the meeting of cultures through its interiors. Inspired by Portugal’s historic trading routes, each room combines original architectural details with contemporary furnishings and decorative influences from Africa and Asia, creating spaces full of warmth and personality.

The property offers 17 individually designed rooms and suites spread across four floors. Guests enjoy complimentary breakfast, room service, elegant communal spaces, tea and coffee facilities in every room, and attentive personalised service designed to make every stay feel like home.

What distinguishes Once Upon Lisboa is its intimate atmosphere and strong sense of place. Rather than simply offering accommodation, the hotel embraces Lisbon’s culture through gastronomy, music, wine, and thoughtful design, creating an authentic city experience in one of Lisbon’s most historic neighbourhoods.

Today, Once Upon Lisboa is best suited to couples, city explorers, food lovers, culture enthusiasts, and travellers looking for a stylish boutique stay in the heart of Lisbon.

Creator experience

“If I had to choose one thing that makes Once Upon Lisboa stand out, it would be its unbeatable location. Sitting right in the heart of Lisbon, I could reach many of the city’s most iconic landmarks within just a few minutes on foot, making it the perfect base for exploring. Combined with welcoming service, comfortable accommodation, and a great dining experience, it offered everything I needed for an effortless city break.”

captured by Gonçalo Graça

Know before you go

Features

  • Number of Rooms: 17 Rooms & Suites

  • Boutique Hotel

  • Historic Building

  • Breakfast Included

  • Room Service

  • Lift Access

  • Air Conditioning

  • Daily Housekeeping

Good To Know

  • Check-In / Check-Out: 3:00 PM / 12:00 PM

  • Adults Only: Yes (Children are not accommodated)

  • Pet Friendly: No

  • Dining: Breakfast Included & Room Service Available

  • Parking: No On-Site Parking

  • WiFi: Complimentary Throughout The Hotel

  • Accessibility: Lift Available (Stops Between Floors)

  • Weddings / Events: No

  • Best For: Couples, City Breaks, Food Lovers, Cultural Escapes, Lisbon Exploration

Experiences

  • Wine Tastings

  • Fado Evenings

  • Historic Walking Tours

  • Lisbon Cathedral

  • Praça do Comércio

  • Tram 28

  • Local Gastronomy

  • Riverfront Walks

  • Museum Visits

  • Sunset Viewpoints

Low Season: From €190/$220
High Season:
*From €380/$440

Getting there

Located in Lisbon’s historic Baixa district, Once Upon Lisboa offers one of the city’s most walkable locations, with major attractions, tram stops, metro stations, and the Tagus River all just a few minutes away.

 

Address

R. de São Julião 5, 1100-524 Lisboa

How to get there

Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS)
20 minutes by car, depending on traffic.

Public Transport
Baixa-Chiado and Terreiro do Paço Metro Stations are both within a short walk, while the Sé tram stop is approximately 2 minutes away on foot.

Nearby

Lisbon Cathedral – 2 minutes on foot
Praça do Comércio – 3 minutes on foot
Rua Augusta – 3 minutes on foot
Rossio Square – 8 minutes on foot
Castelo de São Jorge – 15 minutes on foot

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