Lisbon is a city best discovered slowly — through its historic neighbourhoods, the viewpoints that appear around every corner, and its inviting atmosphere filled with fado and pastéis de nata. To truly experience Lisbon, a hotel is rarely enough. It is in holiday rentals that you find the city’s real spirit: a window overlooking the rooftops of Alfama, a balcony with views of the Tagus, a narrow cobbled street beneath your feet. In this post, we present ten LovelyStay-managed properties, each capturing in its own way what it means to truly live Lisbon.
1. Panorama — Luxurious Penthouse Mouraria · 4 bedrooms· See Location
A four-bedroom duplex with a spacious terrace and one of the most complete views over historic Lisbon. Facing Largo do Martim Moniz and just a few steps from Baixa, this apartment is located in the heart of Mouraria — a multicultural, lively neighbourhood full of history, where São Jorge Castle dominates the skyline and Tram 28 passes right outside the door.
2. Liberdade Elegance W/ Rooftop Pool Avenida da Liberdade · 1 bedroom · See Location
Staying on Avenida da Liberdade means staying on Lisbon’s own version of the Champs-Élysées — a tree-lined avenue bordered by international brands, cafés and traditional tailors. This one-bedroom apartment, set in a historic building, combines elegant décor with a privileged location. To the north, Marquês de Pombal and Parque Eduardo VII; to the south, the whole of downtown Lisbon waiting to be explored.
3. Turquoise River View II Alfama · 1 bedrooms · See Location
Recently renovated, this apartment features a balcony with direct views over the Tagus River and all the serenity Alfama has to offer. This is Lisbon’s oldest neighbourhood — a maze of narrow streets best explored without a map, where fado was born and where time seems to move differently. Ideal for couples looking for a romantic stay in the historic centre.
4. Stunning Apartment in Lisbon’s Heart Baixa · 2 bedrooms · See Location
Modern, fully equipped and suitable for up to four guests, this apartment is located in the heart of Baixa, just a few metres from the metro and Praça do Comércio. It is the perfect starting point for those who want to explore Lisbon on foot — from Rossio to Chiado, from Alfama to Cais do Sodré, everything is within walking distance.
5. Garden Mansion in Historic Center Graça · Villa · See Location
Designed for families seeking tranquillity, this property combines the charm of the historic centre with the privacy of a generous space. Graça is a neighbourhood that reveals Lisbon at an unhurried pace — with churches, convents, old workers’ estates and the panoramic views of Miradouro da Senhora do Monte, the highest viewpoint in the city.
6. Sunshine Residence in Graça Graça · 3 bedrooms · See Location
Bright, spacious and able to accommodate up to six guests, this apartment is an excellent option for families or groups. Located in one of Lisbon’s most authentic neighbourhoods, it places guests just a few minutes from São Jorge Castle, Rossio, Baixa, Chiado and Alfama — all on foot, and all with incredible views along the way.
7. Charming and Bright Townhouse 3BDR Graça · 3 bedrooms · See Location
A three-bedroom duplex for up to six guests, just a short walk from the Monastery of São Vicente de Fora and Miradouro da Graça. Tram 28 passes just around the corner and takes you to Chiado in just a few minutes. Alfama, Intendente, Martim Moniz and Baixa are all less than ten minutes away on foot.
8. Designer Apartment w/ Pool Mouraria · 2 bedrooms · See Location
Modern and tastefully decorated, this apartment for four guests combines contemporary comfort with views of São Jorge Castle. It is located in Mouraria, one of Lisbon’s oldest and most densely built neighbourhoods — where some alleys are less than a metre wide and where fado was born among the stones and voices of the community.
9. Majestic Apartment W/ Patio Intendente · 2 bedrooms · See Location
Spacious, bright and featuring a patio, this two-bedroom apartment is located in Largo do Intendente — a square that has reinvented its identity and is now one of the city’s most vibrant spots, where new cafés, bars and restaurants coexist with 18th-century architecture. Adjacent to Mouraria and Graça, this is a neighbourhood that tells stories of diversity and transformation.
10. Sunny Garden 2BDR Apartment Santa Apolónia · 2 bedrooms · See Location
Away from the bustle of the most tourist-heavy areas, Santa Apolónia is a peaceful enclave where many Lisboetas still live — giving it a genuine character that is hard to find in other parts of the city. Just a short walk from São Jorge Castle and Mercado da Ribeira, this two-bedroom apartment is the right choice for those who want to discover Lisbon at the pace of its residents.
Lisbon has many faces — and the best way to discover them is with LovelyStay. From Alfama and Mouraria to Avenida da Liberdade, and through more authentic areas such as Santa Apolónia, each of these holiday rentals has been selected to offer a comfortable, local and memorable experience. Choose your favourite and come live Lisbon like a true Lisboeta.
