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# Press & Awards

 
## Press & Awards

Located in the heart of Alfama, Lisbon’s most historic district, AlmaLusa Alfama is a boutique hotel overlooking the Tagus River. Since opening, it has been featured in leading international publications, which highlight its unique location, contemporary Portuguese-inspired design, and the quality of the guest experience.

We are happy to assist journalists with information about AlmaLusa, as well as arranging interviews and guided visits. For press inquiries, please contact our team at [pr.af@almalusahotels.com](mailto:pr.af@almalusahotels.com).

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### Press

AlmaLusa Alfama has been featured in leading international publications such as

#### Condé Nast Traveler · National Geographic · The Times · Forbes

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[http://www.floraisonmagazine.com/2026/03/almalusa-alfama-only-lisbon-boutique.html](http://www.floraisonmagazine.com/2026/03/almalusa-alfama-only-lisbon-boutique.html)  
#### Floraison Magazine
 
**Floraison Magazine highlights AlmaLusa Alfama as a boutique hotel in the heart of Lisbon.**
    
*“This luxurious boutique hotel offers charm, peace and homeliness.”*

**Read article**
 
[http://www.floraisonmagazine.com/2026/03/almalusa-alfama-only-lisbon-boutique.html](http://www.floraisonmagazine.com/2026/03/almalusa-alfama-only-lisbon-boutique.html)

[https://www.olivemagazine.com/travel/best-winter-city-breaks/](https://www.olivemagazine.com/travel/best-winter-city-breaks/)  
#### Olive Magazine
 
**Olive Magazine includes AlmaLusa Alfama in a selection of urban getaways in Europe.**
    
*“A 25-room boutique hotel […] offering friendly service and elegant design.”*

**Read article**
 
[https://www.olivemagazine.com/travel/best-winter-city-breaks/](https://www.olivemagazine.com/travel/best-winter-city-breaks/)

[https://www.thehotelguru.com/hotel/almalusa-alfama-lisbon](https://www.thehotelguru.com/hotel/almalusa-alfama-lisbon)  
#### The Hotel Guru
 
**The Hotel Guru highlights AlmaLusa Alfama for its charm and location in the center of Lisbon.**
    
*“A chic stay […] blending modern comforts with historic charm.”*
    
**Read article**
 
[https://www.thehotelguru.com/hotel/almalusa-alfama-lisbon](https://www.thehotelguru.com/hotel/almalusa-alfama-lisbon)

[https://www.timeout.com/lisbon/hotels/almalusa-alfama](https://www.timeout.com/lisbon/hotels/almalusa-alfama)  
#### Time Out
 
**Time Out highlights AlmaLusa Alfama as an elegant and authentic base in Lisbon.**
    
*“A stylish, yet laid-back, base […] surrounded by history.”*
    
**Read article**
 
[https://www.timeout.com/lisbon/hotels/almalusa-alfama](https://www.timeout.com/lisbon/hotels/almalusa-alfama)

[https://www.thetimes.com/travel/destinations/europe-travel/25-breaks-for-art-lovers-autumn-winter-jk297g3lt](https://www.thetimes.com/travel/destinations/europe-travel/25-breaks-for-art-lovers-autumn-winter-jk297g3lt)  
#### The Times
 
**The Times recommends AlmaLusa Alfama for a cultural getaway in Lisbon.**
    
*“Check in to the boutiquey AlmaLusa Alfama hotel […] near Praça do Comércio.”*

**Read article**
 
[https://www.thetimes.com/travel/destinations/europe-travel/25-breaks-for-art-lovers-autumn-winter-jk297g3lt](https://www.thetimes.com/travel/destinations/europe-travel/25-breaks-for-art-lovers-autumn-winter-jk297g3lt)

[https://www.redonline.co.uk/travel/a64548283/almalusa-alfama-lisbon-review/](https://www.redonline.co.uk/travel/a64548283/almalusa-alfama-lisbon-review/)  
#### Red Magazine
 
**Red Magazine highlights AlmaLusa Alfama as a boutique stay in the heart of Lisbon.**

*“A stylish boutique stay in Alfama […] completely, quintessentially Lisbon.”*
   
**Read article**
 
[https://www.redonline.co.uk/travel/a64548283/almalusa-alfama-lisbon-review/](https://www.redonline.co.uk/travel/a64548283/almalusa-alfama-lisbon-review/)

[https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/best-hotels-in-lisbon-portugal](https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/best-hotels-in-lisbon-portugal)  
#### Nat. Geographic
 
**National Geographic highlights AlmaLusa Alfama for its location and rich history.**

*“Historically rich and well-situated […] on the riverfront edge of Alfama.”*

**Read article**
 
[https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/best-hotels-in-lisbon-portugal](https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/best-hotels-in-lisbon-portugal)

[https://pt.rejsrejsrejs.dk/Destino-de-viagem/artigos-de-viagem-europa/Portugal/almalusa-alfama-em-lisboa-fria-bem-no-meio-da-hist%C3%B3ria/](https://pt.rejsrejsrejs.dk/Destino-de-viagem/artigos-de-viagem-europa/Portugal/almalusa-alfama-em-lisboa-fria-bem-no-meio-da-hist%C3%B3ria/)  
#### RejsRejsRejs
 
**RejsRejsRejs highlights AlmaLusa Alfama as an option in the historic heart of Lisbon.**

*“It is simply the perfect place to stay […] in Portugal's atmospheric capital.”*

**Read article**
 
[https://pt.rejsrejsrejs.dk/Destino-de-viagem/artigos-de-viagem-europa/Portugal/almalusa-alfama-em-lisboa-fria-bem-no-meio-da-hist%C3%B3ria/](https://pt.rejsrejsrejs.dk/Destino-de-viagem/artigos-de-viagem-europa/Portugal/almalusa-alfama-em-lisboa-fria-bem-no-meio-da-hist%C3%B3ria/)

[https://roadbook.com/lisbon/city-guide/best-boutique-hotels-lisbon/](https://roadbook.com/lisbon/city-guide/best-boutique-hotels-lisbon/)  
#### Roadbook
 
**Roadbook includes AlmaLusa Alfama among the best boutique hotels in Lisbon.**
    
*“This 25-key luxury boutique hotel adopts a prime position”*

**Read article**
 
[https://roadbook.com/lisbon/city-guide/best-boutique-hotels-lisbon/](https://roadbook.com/lisbon/city-guide/best-boutique-hotels-lisbon/)

[https://www.larazon.es/viajes/alma-lusa-alfama-hotel-boutique-centro-lisboa_20250131679aaf69e95c060001807799.html](https://www.larazon.es/viajes/alma-lusa-alfama-hotel-boutique-centro-lisboa_20250131679aaf69e95c060001807799.html)  
#### La Razon
 
**La Razón highlights AlmaLusa Alfama for its charm and location in Lisbon.**
    
*"Un hotel boutique con mucho encanto que fusiona lo tradicional y lo moderno."*
    
**Read article**
 
[https://www.larazon.es/viajes/alma-lusa-alfama-hotel-boutique-centro-lisboa_20250131679aaf69e95c060001807799.html](https://www.larazon.es/viajes/alma-lusa-alfama-hotel-boutique-centro-lisboa_20250131679aaf69e95c060001807799.html)

[https://viajes.nationalgeographic.com.es/lifestyle/hotel-que-habita-uno-edificios-mas-historia-otra-lisboa_21834](https://viajes.nationalgeographic.com.es/lifestyle/hotel-que-habita-uno-edificios-mas-historia-otra-lisboa_21834)  
#### Viajes
 
**National Geographic's travel magazine highlights AlmaLusa Alfama for its history and location in Lisbon.**
    
*"Uno de los edificios con más historia de la ciudad […]"*

**Read article**
 
[https://viajes.nationalgeographic.com.es/lifestyle/hotel-que-habita-uno-edificios-mas-historia-otra-lisboa_21834](https://viajes.nationalgeographic.com.es/lifestyle/hotel-que-habita-uno-edificios-mas-historia-otra-lisboa_21834)

[https://www.countryandtownhouse.com/travel/almalusa-alfama-lisbon-review/](https://www.countryandtownhouse.com/travel/almalusa-alfama-lisbon-review/)  
#### Country & Town H
 
**Country & Town House highlights AlmaLusa Alfama for its historic building and views of the Tagus River.**
    
*"Gorgeous river views and the weight of history behind you."*
    
**Read article**
 
[https://www.countryandtownhouse.com/travel/almalusa-alfama-lisbon-review/](https://www.countryandtownhouse.com/travel/almalusa-alfama-lisbon-review/)

[https://www.epicureanlife.co.uk/post/almalusa-alfama-a-boutique-hideaway-in-lisbon-s-historic-heart](https://www.epicureanlife.co.uk/post/almalusa-alfama-a-boutique-hideaway-in-lisbon-s-historic-heart)  
#### Epicurean Life
 
**Epicurean Life highlights AlmaLusa Alfama as a boutique hideaway in Lisbon.**
    
*"A boutique hideaway […] where history, culture and contemporary luxury converge."*
    
**Read article**
 
[https://www.epicureanlife.co.uk/post/almalusa-alfama-a-boutique-hideaway-in-lisbon-s-historic-heart](https://www.epicureanlife.co.uk/post/almalusa-alfama-a-boutique-hideaway-in-lisbon-s-historic-heart)

[https://www.mujerhoy.com/vivir/ocio/lisboa-escapada-fin-de-semana-recomendaciones-donde-comer-que-visitar-20240914154027-nt.html?ref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mujerhoy.com%2Fvivir%2Focio%2Flisboa-escapada-fin-de-semana-recomendaciones-donde-comer-que-visitar-2024](https://www.mujerhoy.com/vivir/ocio/lisboa-escapada-fin-de-semana-recomendaciones-donde-comer-que-visitar-20240914154027-nt.html?ref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mujerhoy.com%2Fvivir%2Focio%2Flisboa-escapada-fin-de-semana-recomendaciones-donde-comer-que-visitar-2024)  
#### Mujer Hoy
 
**Mujer Hoy includes AlmaLusa Alfama in a weekend itinerary in Lisbon.**

*"[...] una de las opciones más interesantes y atractivas es, sin duda, el Almalusa Alfama"*

**Read article**
 
[https://www.mujerhoy.com/vivir/ocio/lisboa-escapada-fin-de-semana-recomendaciones-donde-comer-que-visitar-20240914154027-nt.html?ref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mujerhoy.com%2Fvivir%2Focio%2Flisboa-escapada-fin-de-semana-recomendaciones-donde-comer-que-visitar-2024](https://www.mujerhoy.com/vivir/ocio/lisboa-escapada-fin-de-semana-recomendaciones-donde-comer-que-visitar-20240914154027-nt.html?ref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mujerhoy.com%2Fvivir%2Focio%2Flisboa-escapada-fin-de-semana-recomendaciones-donde-comer-que-visitar-2024)

[/alfama/media/pdfs/2024-07-aus-weekend-australian.pdf](/alfama/media/pdfs/2024-07-aus-weekend-australian.pdf)  
#### Weekend Australian
 
**The Weekend Australian highlights AlmaLusa Alfama as a base for exploring Lisbon.**
    
*"History runs deep in its stones and bones […] from the Roman ruins below to its 12th-century role."*

**Read article**
 
[/alfama/media/pdfs/2024-07-aus-weekend-australian.pdf](/alfama/media/pdfs/2024-07-aus-weekend-australian.pdf)

[https://www.nit.pt/fora-de-casa/turismos-rurais-e-hoteis/com-piscina-ou-vista-para-o-rio-10-hoteis-que-abriram-em-lisboa-nos-ultimos-meses/attachment/1290426](https://www.nit.pt/fora-de-casa/turismos-rurais-e-hoteis/com-piscina-ou-vista-para-o-rio-10-hoteis-que-abriram-em-lisboa-nos-ultimos-meses/attachment/1290426)  
#### NiT
 
**NiT includes AlmaLusa Alfama among the new hotels in Lisbon.**

*"O grande destaque é mesmo a vista rio incrível."*

**Read article**
 
[https://www.nit.pt/fora-de-casa/turismos-rurais-e-hoteis/com-piscina-ou-vista-para-o-rio-10-hoteis-que-abriram-em-lisboa-nos-ultimos-meses/attachment/1290426](https://www.nit.pt/fora-de-casa/turismos-rurais-e-hoteis/com-piscina-ou-vista-para-o-rio-10-hoteis-que-abriram-em-lisboa-nos-ultimos-meses/attachment/1290426)

[https://www.traveler.es/galerias/first-in-mejores-hoteles-primeros-check-in](https://www.traveler.es/galerias/first-in-mejores-hoteles-primeros-check-in)  
#### CN Traveler
 
**Condé Nast Traveler Spain includes AlmaLusa Alfama among the new hotels to discover.**
    
*“Ubicado en el corazón de Alfama […] con vistas al Tajo.”*
    
**Read article**
 
[https://www.traveler.es/galerias/first-in-mejores-hoteles-primeros-check-in](https://www.traveler.es/galerias/first-in-mejores-hoteles-primeros-check-in)

[https://thegloss.ie/4-short-getaways-to-put-a-spring-back-in-your-step/](https://thegloss.ie/4-short-getaways-to-put-a-spring-back-in-your-step/)  
#### The Gloss Magazine
 
**The Gloss highlights AlmaLusa Alfama as an option for a getaway in Lisbon.**
    
*"Stay at the newly opened AlmaLusa Alfama boutique hotel located in the historical center of the city [...]"*

**Read article**
 
[https://thegloss.ie/4-short-getaways-to-put-a-spring-back-in-your-step/](https://thegloss.ie/4-short-getaways-to-put-a-spring-back-in-your-step/)

[https://www.leshardis.com/2024/04/meilleures-adresses-lisbonne/](https://www.leshardis.com/2024/04/meilleures-adresses-lisbonne/)  
#### Les Hardis
 
**Les Hardis highlights AlmaLusa Alfama as one of the best accommodations in Lisbon.**
    
*"[...] le groupe hôtelier AlmaLusa vient tout juste d'ouvrir sa troisième adresse dans l'un des quartiers historiques [...]"*
   
**Read article**
 
[https://www.leshardis.com/2024/04/meilleures-adresses-lisbonne/](https://www.leshardis.com/2024/04/meilleures-adresses-lisbonne/)

[https://www.expansion.com/fueradeserie/viajes/2024/03/19/65e6e894468aeb96478b45b0.html](https://www.expansion.com/fueradeserie/viajes/2024/03/19/65e6e894468aeb96478b45b0.html)  
#### Fuera de Serie
 
**The Expansión magazine Fuera de Seria includes AlmaLusa Alfama in a selection of hotels in Lisbon.**
    
*"Pocas ubicaciones encontrará mejores que ésta quien elija Lisboa como destino de una escapada de dos o tres días."*
    
**Read article**
 
[https://www.expansion.com/fueradeserie/viajes/2024/03/19/65e6e894468aeb96478b45b0.html](https://www.expansion.com/fueradeserie/viajes/2024/03/19/65e6e894468aeb96478b45b0.html)

[https://www.traveler.es/articulos/48-horas-en-lisboa-que-ver](https://www.traveler.es/articulos/48-horas-en-lisboa-que-ver)  
#### CN Traveler
 
**Condé Nast Traveler Spain includes AlmaLusa Alfama in a 48-hour itinerary in Lisbon.**
    
*"[...] este hotel boutique es perfecto como base para descubrir el resto de la ciudad"*

**Read article**
 
[https://www.traveler.es/articulos/48-horas-en-lisboa-que-ver](https://www.traveler.es/articulos/48-horas-en-lisboa-que-ver)

[https://www.vogue.es/articulos/escapadas-semana-santa-viajes-hoteles](https://www.vogue.es/articulos/escapadas-semana-santa-viajes-hoteles)  
#### Vogue
 
**Vogue Spain includes AlmaLusa Alfama in a selection of getaways for Easter week.**
    
*"En uno de los barrios con más historia de Lisboa [...]"*

**Read article**
 
[https://www.vogue.es/articulos/escapadas-semana-santa-viajes-hoteles](https://www.vogue.es/articulos/escapadas-semana-santa-viajes-hoteles)

[https://forbes.es/forbestravel/405251/10-pequenos-hoteles-boutique-y-sus-precios-que-llegan-a-europa-este-ano/](https://forbes.es/forbestravel/405251/10-pequenos-hoteles-boutique-y-sus-precios-que-llegan-a-europa-este-ano/)  
#### Forbes España
 
**Forbes includes AlmaLusa Alfama among the newest boutique hotels in Europe.**

*"Inaugurado en diciembre de 2023 […] en el corazón de Lisboa, con vistas al río Tajo."*

**Read article**
 
[https://forbes.es/forbestravel/405251/10-pequenos-hoteles-boutique-y-sus-precios-que-llegan-a-europa-este-ano/](https://forbes.es/forbestravel/405251/10-pequenos-hoteles-boutique-y-sus-precios-que-llegan-a-europa-este-ano/)

[https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/the-city-thats-at-its-most-wonderful-and-coat-free-in-winter-7b3wm8j69](https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/the-city-thats-at-its-most-wonderful-and-coat-free-in-winter-7b3wm8j69)  
#### The Times
 
**The Times highlights AlmaLusa Alfama in a Lisbon travel guide.**

*" [...]* *Views stretch across the river, and afternoon light streams in from three large windows."*

**Read article**
 
[https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/the-city-thats-at-its-most-wonderful-and-coat-free-in-winter-7b3wm8j69](https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/the-city-thats-at-its-most-wonderful-and-coat-free-in-winter-7b3wm8j69)

[https://www.luxe-magazine.com/fr/article/12266-almalusa_deux_hotels_de_charme_a_decouvrir_a_comporta_et_lisbonne_au_portugal.html?r=1](https://www.luxe-magazine.com/fr/article/12266-almalusa_deux_hotels_de_charme_a_decouvrir_a_comporta_et_lisbonne_au_portugal.html?r=1)  
#### Luxe Magazine
 
**Luxe Magazine highlights the AlmaLusa hotels in Lisbon and Comporta.**

*"Des hôtels comme AlmaLusa […] permettent de découvrir les quartiers pittoresques de Lisbonne.**"*

**Read article**
 
[https://www.luxe-magazine.com/fr/article/12266-almalusa_deux_hotels_de_charme_a_decouvrir_a_comporta_et_lisbonne_au_portugal.html?r=1](https://www.luxe-magazine.com/fr/article/12266-almalusa_deux_hotels_de_charme_a_decouvrir_a_comporta_et_lisbonne_au_portugal.html?r=1)

[https://www.expansion.com/directivos/estilo-vida/viajes/2024/01/13/65a184c9e5fdea1f6f8b4668.html](https://www.expansion.com/directivos/estilo-vida/viajes/2024/01/13/65a184c9e5fdea1f6f8b4668.html)  
#### Expansión
 
**Expansión highlights AlmaLusa Alfama as one of the new luxury hotel openings in 2024.**
    
*"AlmaLusa Alfama, con 25 habitaciones y foco en el diseño [...]"*

**Read article**
 
[https://www.expansion.com/directivos/estilo-vida/viajes/2024/01/13/65a184c9e5fdea1f6f8b4668.html](https://www.expansion.com/directivos/estilo-vida/viajes/2024/01/13/65a184c9e5fdea1f6f8b4668.html)

[https://www.elmundo.es/yodona/lifestyle/2024/01/01/658eb872e85ece7a6f8b4583.html](https://www.elmundo.es/yodona/lifestyle/2024/01/01/658eb872e85ece7a6f8b4583.html)  
#### El Mundo Yo Dona
 
**The magazine Yo Dona, from El Mundo, highlights AlmaLusa Alfama as an option for a romantic stay in Lisbon.**

*"Frente al Tajo, […] este boutique hotel tiene todo lo que necesitas para una escapada romántica."*

**Read article**
 
[https://www.elmundo.es/yodona/lifestyle/2024/01/01/658eb872e85ece7a6f8b4583.html](https://www.elmundo.es/yodona/lifestyle/2024/01/01/658eb872e85ece7a6f8b4583.html)

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### Awards & Distinctions

2026

**Best Hotels in Portugal**

#8 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards (US)

#4 Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards (UK)

#### 2025

**#8 Best Hotels in Portugal**

*Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards*

#### 2023

**Best Boutique Hotel Brand in Portugal**

*LUXlife Hospitality Awards*

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## AlmaLusa Alfama

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