Palácio das Especiarias in central Lisbon is steps from Rossio Square and the Santa Justa Elevator. Guests can book massages at the Tágides do Tejo spa or enjoy live shows. The property offers WiFi in all rooms, a garden, and a library to explore before breakfast.
Located in Lisbon City Center, a neighbourhood in Lisbon, Palácio das Especiarias is near a metro station. Santa Justa Elevator and Lisbon Cathedral are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Costa da Caparica Beach and Carcavelos Beach. Lisbon Oceanarium and Fado Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Lisbon travel guide
Upscale bed & breakfast remodelled in 2022 and located near Rossio Square
Santa Justa Elevator and Commerce Square are located near Palácio das Especiarias, which provides an attached winery, concerts and live shows and a terrace. Treat yourself to a massage at the on-site spa. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a library.
Other perks include:
A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), smoke-free property and books
A lift, luggage storage and a porter/bellboy
A front desk safe
Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All guest rooms at Palácio das Especiarias boast perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
Things to do
Books
Concerts/live shows
Full-service spa
Gym
Library
Winery
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (daily)
Porter/bellhop
Outdoors
Garden
Terrace
Full-service spa
Couples treatment rooms
Massage
Sauna
Spa open daily
Treatment room
Accessibility
1 step to reach entrance
Lift (80 centimetre wide door)
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1 building
4 floors
Built in 1800
Colonial architecture
Communal living room
Renovated entire property - April 2022
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Minibar
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Air conditioning
Desk
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: EUR 30 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Nearby parking fee: EUR 20 per day (164 ft away)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance to request a room on a floor with elevator service.
Property Registration Number 40737/AL,40735/AL
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Is Palácio das Especiarias pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Palácio das Especiarias?
As of 3 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palácio das Especiarias on 9 Jun 2026 start from €181, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Palácio das Especiarias?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Palácio das Especiarias?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Does Palácio das Especiarias provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 30 per vehicle applies.
Where is Palácio das Especiarias located?
Located in Lisbon City Center, this spa bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Fernando Pessoa Statue, Rossio Square, and Santa Justa Elevator. Avenida da Liberdade and Commerce Square are also within 15 minutes. Pç. Luis Camões Stop is only a 2-minute walk and Calhariz (Bica) Stop is 2 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Palácio das Especiarias Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Beautiful hotel. Very well maintained and lots of great spaces to sit and contemplate or share a drink. Rooms have balconies which is very nice. Great breakfast. Helpful staff. Great location.
Stunning rooms, very clean, comfortable bed, kind and caring staff, wonderful hot tub and sauna with an appointment and you can also make an appointment for a massage. It's centrally located and can easily access downtown neighborhood and other nearby neighborhoods with fantastic shops. Very walkable, keep in mind that the tiles you walk on are from the 1700's, they're rocks that have been polished from so many walking on them and can be a bit slippery at times. There is a parking garage right next to the hotel if you're not able to find street parking. Overall a home away from home.
One of the best hotels in Lisbon. Our twin room with a garden view was clean and cozy, the staff were very attentive, and the location was perfect—just a 5-minute walk to the city center and train station. I would definitely stay here again.
The "spa" was a bit disappointing if only because the "pool" was much smaller than it appears to be in the hotel picture. Otherwise beautiful hotel + excellent amenities and breakfast.
sally
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Douglas
1 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel is a yearly occurrence for me and never disappoints me. The staff is extremely courteous and accommodating.
Douglas
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ethel
6 Dec 2025
Clean rooms, working heater and great location
Ethel
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Richard
31 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
This is an older hotel that has seen better days. On checking in. I was informed that they did not accept American Express. I found this odd for a four star hotel. Shortly, after arriving, the heat for the water system broke down, and it was several hours before we were able to take a shower. There was a fair bit of indifference to the situation from the front desk. They did do a very nice job with the photo, and breakfast. It is in an excellent location. They did do a very nice job with the Fado and breakfast. It is in an excellent location.
The hotel is exceptional! It smells amazing when you walk in and we were greeted by very friendly and helpful staff throughout our entire stay. In the mornings they have a live piano player at breakfast and on weekends there's a violinist as well which makes for a much better alarm clock than your phone! The food was top notch as well. The whole hotel is very well restored and maintained with a romantic feel. If you have time, book a massage in the spa and reserve the Roman bath in the basement for an incredible experience that's very reasonably priced! Every afternoon they have wine tasting in the cellar and there's a fado dinner some nights as well, just check in advance for when those are.
Everything about this place is wonderful… but the service is the best part. Friendly and helpful employees go out of their way to make your stay enjoyable. This hotel is loaded with charm, the breakfast is an exceptional experience and the evening wine and cheese board is a great touch.
This hotel is an experience from the moment you walk in. It's lovely and historical and full of character. The staff are very professional.
We were in black pepper no 1 room with a 4 poster bed and roll top bath.
While I would absolutely recommend the hotel for a lovely experience and a nice spa. Sherry, coffee and bottled water in the room was lovely, we did experience a few disappointments.
The biggest reason for booking the hotel was the appeal of piano playing over breakfast. Unfortunately though, at least during our two night stay, the piano player sat reading the paper for the first half an hour of breakfast, by which time we had finished and were heading out on excursions so we didn't actually get to hear it. That was frustrating.
Also the internet didn't work in our room for most of our time there. It was fixed on the second night.
Also don't book this hotel if you are a light sleeper unless you want the experience. It was quite noisy with screaming drunk people outside. Despite closing the shutters and curtains it was still hard to sleep.
Lovely historic hotel well situated within walking distance to many highlights. The staff were delightful and the common spaces were exquisite and charming.
We loved staying here! The hotel is beautiful and they have a lot of different things to do. We stayed our last night in Lisbon as a place to relax and we wouldn’t have stayed anywhere else. The breakfast included was delicious and highly recommend going to the spa and attending the the Fado show
We stayed here for our honeymoon. It was AMAZING. We can’t say enough good things about this gem. From our room with terrace views & beautiful tub, breakfast with live beautiful music and the character and beauty of the hotel throughout. You also are so centrally located to explore all the areas of Lisbon. Highly recommend!