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These 4 Airbnbs Let You Best Discover Lisbon’s Hidden Gems

by Aoife O'Riordan

Jul 31, 2024

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While Lisbon teems with upscale and boutique hotels, feel truly at home in the Portuguese capital with a stay in an Airbnb. Listings in Lisbon are full of charm and offer a glimpse into the city you might otherwise not get. These four Airbnbs exude character and will leave you feeling like a Lisbon native:

 

Chiado

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Studio Stay Amongst Restaurants and Food Stalls

The epitome of Portuguese charm, the Chiado Studio sleeps up to four guests across one bedroom and one bathroom, as well as one sofa bed. Renovated and fully equipped, this studio comes with a kitchenette, a television, high-speed WiFi, towels and bed clothing, and kitchen appliances. The studio sits next to Pink Street, featuring many local restaurants; transportation links; and, a little further, Mercado da Ribeira’s restaurants and food stalls.

 

Lisbon

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Soak in Sunset Views from A Rooftop Terrace

Located in Principe Real neighborhood, this space promises unbeatable views for two guests. Featuring one bedroom and one bathroom, guests can enjoy both bay and city skyline views, as well as WiFi, a TV, and a kitchen and dedicated workspace. Found on a quiet street within walking distance from most of Lisbon’s popular sites, even sitting on the terrace ensures views of the river, Cristo Rei and the Basilica de Estrela.

 

loft

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Skyline Loft in Heritage Building

Sleep within a renovated, 400-year-old building in Chiado. This three-bed loft includes one bathroom, a TV, WiFi, kitchenette and a terrace. The embodiment of Portuguese design, this terrace boasts mosaic tiles and a large sliding door that opens into the living room. Its open-space layout brings the life and light of the city inside.

 

flat

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Take in the Lisbon Hills from This Flat

Within this 200-year-old building lies this award-winning one-bedroom, one-bathroom flat. With almost 360-degree views of Lisbon, a stay here is the perfect way to enjoy old Lisbon. Be prepared to climb steps, as it sits 200 steps up with no elevator. A living room, bathroom and shower, fully equipped kitchen, and terrace await.

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