Tucked into one of Lisbon’s most charismatic hilltop quarters, Hotel Indigo Lisbon Príncipe Real feels less like a hotel and more like a beautifully designed extension of the neighbourhood’s living room. Step outside and you’re moments from leafy squares, sunset viewpoints and aristocratic townhouses; step inside and you’re in a polished, bohemian hideaway that channels the area’s easy, quietly confident charm.

The mood is intimate and creative rather than showy. Natural textures, soft light and colour palettes that mirror Lisbon’s glow at golden hour set the tone, while art and details nod to the city’s layered cultural identity. Corridors and corners feel curated, as if you’ve wandered into a local’s stylish home where every piece has a story.

Guestrooms and suites work as urban refuges after a day of climbing hills and hopping miradors: calm, comfortable, and just playful enough to remind you where you are. Downstairs, lounges and social spaces invite you to linger over a drink, answer a few emails, or plan the next restaurant stop, blurring the lines between work and downtime. It’s the kind of place that suits both the city curious weekender and the business traveller who insists on staying somewhere with personality.