Dear Lisbon - Bordalo Palace Chiado – A Favorite for Families in Lisbon
About the Hotel
9-room boutique palace in Lisbon's Chiado district
Rooms & Suites
The hotel offers Deluxe Suites, Premium Suites, and Double Rooms, each with distinct sizes and features that reflect local artistic influences. Deluxe Suites include high ceilings, balconies overlooking the Largo Rafael Bordalo Pinheiro square, and black marble bathrooms with plush towels and robes. Premium Suites provide spacious layouts with separate wardrobe areas and large windows that offer views of the castle at night.
Location
The hotel is situated 400 meters from the Santa Justa Lift and within walking distance of Carmo Convent, Chiado, Bairro Alto, and Commerce Square. Bicycles are available for guest rental to explore the city at their own pace. The surrounding area has multiple bakeries, restaurants, and popular cafés serving Portuguese specialties.
Dining & Breakfast
Each morning a buffet breakfast is served in a tiled former kitchen, featuring local delicacies, fresh pastries, made-to-order coffees, scrambled eggs, bacon, yogurt, and fresh fruit. The hotel accommodates customizable food requests for dietary preferences and offers a welcome of Pastel de Natas and raspberries upon arrival. Local dining options include José Avillez's three restaurants at Bairro do Avillez, a two-minute walk away.
Services & Amenities
The concierge service assists with restaurant reservations, tour bookings, and transportation arrangements, including airport shuttle and car hire. Guests receive welcome wine, fruits, and handwritten notes during their stay, plus free port wine available in the lobby. Additional amenities include babysitting, luggage storage, private check-in/check-out, and a coffee house on site.
Guest Experience
With only 9 rooms, the hotel provides an intimate and personalized experience, echoed by staff like Catarina and Daniel who offer detailed local recommendations. The building is a 19th-century palace that survived the 1755 earthquake, with original decorative elements such as garlands of fruit carved on ceilings. There is no elevator, but staff assist with luggage, and soundproof windows ensure quiet nights despite the central square location.
Highlights
Location: 400 meters from Santa Justa Lift, walking distance to Chiado and Carmo Convent
Rooms: 9 rooms including Deluxe Suites and Premium Suites with high ceilings and balconies
Dining: Buffet breakfast with local delicacies and customizable food requests
Service: Concierge for restaurant reservations, airport shuttle, and tour bookings
Unique Feature: 19th-century palace surviving the 1755 earthquake
Choose from a variety of room types
Availability and pricing for your selected dates
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
- No pets allowed
- Luggage storage
- Coffee shop
- Fire extinguishers
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor


