The capital city of Portugal has an enchanting charm that most people don’t know because they’re too focused on other big cities in Europe. That’s why Lisbon is a little less popular than Europe’s capital city counterparts. A plethora of history is reflected in the remains of what was once a palace for Roman imperialists and Reconquista knights. During your short trip here, perhaps you won’t have much time to roam around the city. And staying at the best hotels near Lisbon Airport, Portugal seems to be a very reasonable choice. But, as it’ll only take less than 30 minutes to get downtown, there are many things to do and places to enjoy local meals. The best part is, you can do this all even if you’re only in the city for less than 6 hours!
On top of all the things you can do in Lisbon, the city is voted as the most gay-friendly city in the world according to The 2019 Spartacus International Gay Guide. Hence why you’ll find the best gay-friendly hotels across Lisbon. If you’re here for a long layover, we’ve compiled hotels near Lisbon Airport below, for you to find the best lodge during your brief visit.
Where to Stay near Lisbon Airport
People visit Lisbon for plenty of reasons, but if you’re here due to last-minute flight cancellation, don’t worry! Hotels near Lisbon Airport are approximately within 5 to 10 minutes from the airport itself. So you won’t find a hard time finding them and most importantly, a hassle-free transfer is to be expected when you stay at hotels near Lisbon Airport, Portugal.
Stay around Olivais and Alvalade for the best proximity to Lisbon Airport. You can find hotels near Lisbon Airport in these areas offering shuttle service for free or at an additional charge apart from its convenient stay. Thanks to the city’s integrated and advanced public transportation, you can reach downtown from these hotels on a Metro within half an hour.
Traveling with your partner? Take them Beach 19, one of the best gay-friendly beaches residing in Lisbon.
Hotel Roma
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Hotel Roma sits in the intimate part of Alvalade, reachable within 8 minutes of Lisbon Portela Airport. In each spacious room, you’ll find comfortable bedding, working space, and an LED TV. Selected rooms are even equipped with a seating area and a balcony where you can relax and marvel at the serene city views. All of these are wrapped in a contemporary woody nuance, creating a relaxing mood as you step into the room.
This is one of the hotels near Lisbon Airport where you can chill and sip a selection of Portuguese wines at the hotel’s restaurant. You can have an exceptional buffet breakfast at an additional charge in Hotel Roma. And we suggest reserving a spot for yourself to get your first meal of the day.
Hotel Roma is one of the hotels near Lisbon Airport, Portugal where you can confide in the comfort of its room and enjoy some good hotel meals. But we don’t think it’s the best lodge to stay active as the hotel is not equipped with a swimming pool or a fitness center.
- Airport Shuttle Service: Available at an additional charge. Lisbon Airport is also reachable by Metro.
- Nearest Airport: Lisbon Portela Airport at 1.9mi (3.1 km)
- Estimated Drive Time: 8 minutes
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Lisbon Airport Suites
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This compact hotel is adorned with a minimalist design, a taste which everyone loves! Touted as a bed and breakfast, you don’t have to worry about catching the first meal of the day. Lisbon Airport Suites provides a daily continental breakfast for its guests.
Each room is nicely designed and decent enough as a place for you to stay overnight. It’s equipped with adequate working space where you can work or keep up with a Zoom meeting. With a higher rate than other hotels near Lisbon Airport, you’ll be expecting so much more than its current facilities. Although you won’t likely find a deal-breaker for this lodging.
- Airport Shuttle Service: Unavailable
- Nearest Airport: Lisbon Portela Airport at 1.6mi (2.7 km)
- Estimated Drive Time: 6 minutes
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Hotel Miraparque
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Overlooking the Eduardo VII Park, this classical-style accommodation is equipped with soundproof windows, providing a good night’s rest experience for the guests. If you’re looking for the best hotels near Lisbon Airport, Portugal that are surrounded by shopping centers, Hotel Miraparque is the best choice. Marquês de Pombal Square and El Corte Inglés shopping mall are all within 10 minutes’ walking distance of the property.
The hotel serves a daily buffet breakfast and a wide range of refreshments; local beer and wines are available at the hotel’s bar. This hotel is also equipped with a fitness center. In case you need your 30 minutes of breaking a sweat, you can just head to the hotel’s gym!
Baggage storage is available at the premises. And even if you’re arriving at the oddest hours of the day, the 24-hour front desk is ready to escort you to your room.
- Airport Shuttle Service: Available at an additional charge
- Nearest Airport: Lisbon Portela Airport at 4.2mi (6.8 km)
- Estimated Drive Time: 12 minutes
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Holiday Inn Express Lisbon Airport
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Being one of the most popular hotel chains in the world, you can expect uniform standards when you’re staying at Holiday Inn Express Lisbon Airport. The hotel is one of the best hotels near Lisbon Airport offering a paid shuttle service for 4 EUR per person. You can also get to the airport by taxi ride for 10 EUR or an Uber for less.
Each modern room is equipped with tea/coffee making facilities, extended bathroom amenities, and a laptop-friendly workspace. You can enjoy a continental buffet breakfast as well as an authentic selection of Portuguese pastry starting at 6 AM. Arriving right before dinner? An express menu is available daily for guests from 7:00 PM to 10:30 PM at the hotel’s Great Hall.
Meeting your office needs won’t be a problem at Holiday Inn Express Lisbon Airport. The hotel houses a complete business facility for fax and photocopying. And if you’re planning to roam around the city, a baggage storage service is also available at the premises.
- Airport Shuttle Service: Available at an additional charge. The shuttle starts at 5:00 AM.
- Nearest Airport: Lisbon Portela Airport at 1.2mi (2 km)
- Estimated Drive Time: 3 minutes
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Star Inn Lisbon Airport
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The spacious and modern room at Star Inn Lisbon Airport is a pleasant surprise from the rather casual hotel exterior. You can also expect extended amenities as well as a hairdryer in the en-suite bathroom. With a friendly rate, the hotel offers great value for money. And being one of the best hotels near Lisbon Airport, you can expect a free shuttle service that runs every 20 minutes from the premises.
The hotel’s Stars Café provides snacks during the day for all guests. In the morning, you can enjoy a breakfast buffet before you catch your flight. Good news if you’re traveling with your furry friends, Star Inn Lisbon Airport is a pet-friendly hotel. And you don’t always find this service at other hotels near Lisbon Airport, Portugal. An additional cost of 20 EUR per night for each pet and a deposit of 75 EUR is required for the service.
Traveling with your toddlers? The hotel also provides babysitting services for the guests. Note that the service comes with an additional charge. With all these services provided, Star Inn Lisbon Airport should definitely be one of your top choices when you’re looking for hotels near Lisbon Airport, Portugal.
- Airport Shuttle Service: Available for FREE
- Nearest Airport: Lisbon Portela Airport at 0.8mi (1.4 km)
- Estimated Drive Time: 3 minutes
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Hotel Alif Campo Pequeno
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Nestled 3mi away from Lisbon Portela Airport, Hotel Alif Campo Pequeno houses modern rooms with warm tones. As one of the closest hotels near Lisbon Airport, you can expect shuttle service at an additional cost provided by the hotel. The hotel staff shares the same urgency when it comes to valuing your time. With easy check-in/out and a 24-hour front desk, arriving even at the oddest times won’t be a problem.
One thing you don’t find often in most of these hotels is the laundry service. If you happen to have so much spare time during your transit, the hotel also offers a car rental service. With a fairly affordable rate, Hotel Alif Campo Pequeno should be one of your best hotels near Lisbon Airport, Portugal.
In each room, you can find a refrigerator and a safety box apart from the usual hotel room facilities. Spending hours in front of your laptop at the available workspace won’t be a hassle since it’s built laptop-friendly. If only it’s equipped with tea/coffee making facilities, it’ll be an over the top experience staying at this hotel.
- Airport Shuttle Service: Available at an additional charge
- Nearest Airport: Lisbon Portela Airport at 3.2mi (5.2 km)
- Estimated Drive Time: 9 minutes
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The Leaf Boutique Hotel
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A serene welcome awaits you at The Leaf Boutique Hotel. Adorned in warm colors, it gives a pleasant rest to your eyes even before you hit the bed. Featuring both a garden and a fitness center, it’s one of the best hotels near Lisbon Airport if your main aim is to reside in a refreshing lodge during your short stay.
Working in the comfort of your room will not be bland as each room is equipped with coffee/tea making facilities. The design itself is like no other hotels near Lisbon Airport, Portugal. You’ll appreciate the whole eco-friendly concept as you confide in the room. The 4-star hotel is equipped with a 24-hour front desk and shuttle service at an additional charge.
Great a la carte breakfast is available every morning. Surely you shouldn’t miss this service as they serve exceptional meals. Another distinct service provided by the hotel is the available babysitting services. You’re also welcomed to use their baggage storage service if you plan to roam around the city!
- Airport Shuttle Service: Available at an additional charge
- Nearest Airport: Lisbon Portela Airport at 3.2mi (5.2 km)
- Estimated Drive Time: 10 minutes
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Lutecia Smart Design Hotel
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Its futuristic design lives up to the hotel’s name, and you can expect advanced facilities in the comfort of your own room. Staying in Lutecia Smart Design Hotel won’t be a bad idea even if you’re only planning to be a homebody during your layover. Most rooms provide fantastic views of the city and you can order meals through the room service. Apart from the tea/coffee making facilities, the suite includes a comfortable living area as well as a spa bath. It’s definitely your best choice while you’re staying here. Each room is equipped with a SmartTV for a more interesting experience.
Guests can have a sumptuous exclusive breakfast served every morning. And they serve more than enough to make you feel energized for the rest of your day. Their coffee is a pleasant surprise in addition to all the meals and serves as a cherry on top of your staying experience.
- Airport Shuttle Service: Available at an additional charge
- Nearest Airport: Lisbon Portela Airport at 2.1mi (3.4 km)
- Estimated Drive Time: 7 minutes
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TRYP Lisboa Aeroporto Hotel
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As one of the best hotels near Lisbon Airport Portugal, TRYP Lisboa Aeroporto Hotel champions not only for its proximity to the airport. The hotel’s contemporary design is a muse for the eye. You can enjoy the whole thing as its own set of experiences from the lounge bar and restaurant available on the premises.
The hotel is one of the best for those who want to rejuvenate their body after a long flight at the hotel’s El Spa. A wide range of refreshment facilities is available here, from a swimming pool, hot tub, hydromassage facilities, sauna, to a Turkish Bath. If you’re feeling like pumping yourself, feel free to use the gym as well.
Kick start your day with a full buffet breakfast served for the guests every morning. The hotel’s on-site restaurant, Restaurante Colinas de Lisboa, is also open for lunch and dinner, serving both international and authentic local cuisines.
- Airport Shuttle Service: Available for FREE
- Nearest Airport: Lisbon Portela Airport at 0.9 (1.5 km)
- Estimated Drive Time: 4 minutes
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MYRIAD by SANA Hotels
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This unique and futuristic waterfront hotel is located on the bank of the popular Tagus River. Offering you an exceptional view of the city unique to itself and like no other hotels near Lisbon Airport, Portugal. The chic interior design is extended from the lobby to each spacious suite and room. MYRIAD by Sana Hotel features an on-site restaurant and bar, as well as an indoor pool and spa facilities with a variety of treatments. You can savor both international and Portuguese cuisines at the restaurant. While a wide selection of cocktails and snacks are served at the hotel’s bar.
The striking red décor in each room doesn’t feel intrusive at all. In fact, it enhances and boldens the overall room design. Expect a one-of-a-kind experience during your stay here. There’s really nothing wrong with going over the top even if you’re only briefly in Lisbon. And while you’re here, make the most out of your stay by joining a city cruise along the Tagus River.
- Airport Shuttle Service: Available at an additional charge
- Nearest Airport: Lisbon Portela Airport at 2mi (3.3 km)
- Estimated Drive Time: 6 minutes
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Corinthia Lisbon
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At the top of our list, we have the Corinthia Lisbon as the best hotel near Lisbon Airport. The reason why we’re choosing this as our top pick is not only for its overall charming surrounding and facilities but also, of course, its convenient proximity to the airport. If you’re more used to being in compact hotels near the airport, you can get all the best facilities in a hotel here in the Corinthia Lisbon, nestled just 10 minutes from Lisbon Portela Airport.
Housing the largest spa area in Lisbon, the 5-star hotel is undoubtedly the best place for you to relax before your next flight, or even just to calm yourself down after finding out your flight got canceled at the last minute. With a total area of 3000 m2, choose your own massage therapies and beauty treatments in this facility. You’ll also get to enjoy the aqua circuit with swimming pools, a hot tub, and a fully equipped gym.
Enjoy a birds-eye view of the city through the hotel’s ample Sky Lounge. You can work, read a newspaper, or just chill with the company of coffee, tea, or soft drinks and the complimentary canapés. Corinthia Lisbon houses two on-site restaurants. The Soul Garden, its outdoor restaurant and bar offer light meals and refreshing drinks. While the Erva Restaurant and Bar is for gastronomy fans. They serve meals inspired by the Lisbon and Portuguese gastronomy scenes. With all these features and facilities, this hotel is no doubt the best of the best hotels near Lisbon Airport, Portugal.
- Airport Shuttle Service: Available at an additional charge
- Nearest Airport: Lisbon Portela Airport at 3.9mi (6.3 km)
- Estimated Drive Time: 10 minutes
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Recommended Restaurants / Bars near Lisbon Airport:
- Pastéis de Belém – Even during your short transit in Lisbon, making your way to this custard tart house is still possible. You surely don’t want to miss out on the centuries-old pastry. The long queue is worth it!
- O Galito – Traditional soul food served with a Mediterranean twist is one way to experience Portugal. And we’re sure it’ll be one of the best moments you can have during your short transit.
- Attla Restaurante – The chef’s globetrotting background in several Michelin-starred restaurants will awe your taste buds. Their seasonal menu focuses on fish and vegetables. They’re keeping the price low profile and provide a 10/10 experience.
- A Valenciana – There are two ways you can enjoy the ridiculously cheap piri-piri chicken here; dine-in or take out. Either way, you’ll get to rejoice in the crispy skin and moist meat inside.
Recommended Activities near Lisbon Airport:
- Jerónimos Monastery – Visiting one of UNESCO’s World Heritage Site is always a trailblazing experience. Within less than 20 minutes’ drive from your hotel, get a deep dive into Portugal’s identity and culture.
- Tagus River – Get on board and explore the city’s most popular sites. If there’s one way you want to explore the city, it should be through the eyes of a sailor.
- Electric Bike Tour – If you have enough spare time thanks to your long layover, roaming around the city won’t be a bad idea. Through the 7 hills of Lisbon with an electric bike and see through a unique perspective of the city and its people.
