Verride Palacio Santa Catarina

Hotel details

Lisbon is one of Europe’s top cultural hubs, with a thriving arts and cuisine scene. One place that seems to have tapped successfully into this vibe is the charming Verride Palácio de Santa Catarina hotel. This fabulous boutique jewel is modelled on a beautifully restored townhouse that offers just 18 luxury rooms and commands an imposing position overlooking the Tagus river.

The hotel’s styling is very much a combination of modern and traditional, with beautiful vaulted ceilings, marble surfaces, hardwood floors and contemporary furniture, all held together by a soothing cream and pastel colour scheme.

Rooms have an uncluttered feel, and together with spectacular views from the oversized windows, help to create a very relaxing atmosphere.

The hotel is served by two exceptionally good restaurants that have chosen rightly to celebrate the local Portuguese cuisine. The ‘Criatura’ offers a sophisticated yet relaxed experience in an imposing dining room with enormous coved ceilings, while the ‘Suba’ is a gastro bar at the top of the hotel, offering superb skyline views.

And it is these views that make exploring the local Bairro Alto where the hotel is set so interesting. Apart from the old-town charm of the buildings and sights, the area is jam packed with bohemian bars and restaurants and a lively blend of locals and tourists.

Visitors should certainly visit the Santa Catarina area, packed with quaint houses and a famous viewing platform facing the river. It is here that guests can not only enjoy some excellent food, but also unforgettable sunset images from this very special city.