Palacio Do Governador - Lisbon Hotel & Spa, Lisbon

Palacio Do Governador - Lisbon Hotel & Spa - Historic 5-star property with Roman spa vestiges and Tagus River views

Located in historic Belem, this 5-star Lisbon hotel occupies a restored 17th-century governor's residence featuring preserved Roman ruins. The Palacio Do Governador houses 60 uniquely designed rooms with air conditioning, Molton Brown amenities, and Nespresso machines. The property's 12916.5 ft^2 Felicitas Spa showcases a 25-meter heated indoor pool with dynamic water jets, Turkish bath, sauna, and therapy rooms. Dining options include the Anfora restaurant serving Portuguese cuisine and the Occasus Bar with terrace views of the Belem Tower. The hotel maintains two swimming pools, including an outdoor pool surrounded by reflecting gardens. Palacio Do Governador stands 0.5 miles from the Cultural Center of Belem and the Berardo Collection Museum, with the iconic Belem Tower just a 2-minute walk away.

Pros

Preserved Roman vestiges integrated into the spa complex

Historic 17th-century blue and white tiles in the former baroque chapel

South-facing terraces overlooking the Tagus River and Belem Tower

24-hour multilingual reception staff

Underground private parking with 120 spaces

Cons

Access to some Mansarda rooms requires climbing stairs

Limited pet accommodation (only pets under 10kg accepted)