About this hotel
Altis Grand Hotel is a 5-star hotel on Rua Castilho in Lisbon's Santo António district, between Avenida da Liberdade and the city's historic neighbourhoods. The property has 300 rooms and suites and combines substantial business facilities with GSpa, a 950-square-metre wellness centre containing a heated indoor pool, gym, sauna, Turkish bath and treatment rooms. Grill D. Fernando and Rendez Vous Bistro provide on-site dining. Avenida da Liberdade is approximately 500 metres away, while Rossio is about 1 kilometre from the hotel. The location suits cultural city breaks, business travel, families, couples and wellness-focused stays.
Hotel Style
5-star city, spa and conference hotel
Neighbourhood
Santo António, central Lisbon
Public Transport
Marquês de Pombal Metro about 500 metres
Accessibility
Accessible rooms and adapted areas confirmed
Best for
- Cultural city breaks with Avenida da Liberdade, Rossio, Príncipe Real, Bairro Alto and Chiado accessible on foot
- Business travellers using the hotel's congress centre, business facilities and central commercial location
- Wellness stays using GSpa's heated indoor pool, sauna, Turkish bath, jacuzzi, gym and treatment rooms
- Families using dedicated family suites, cots and extra-bed arrangements subject to room category
- Couples interested in Portuguese dining at Grill D. Fernando and central Lisbon sightseeing without relying on a car
Location & surroundings
The hotel is on Rua Castilho in Santo António, immediately west of Avenida da Liberdade and north of Lisbon's historic Baixa, Rossio and Bairro Alto districts. The surroundings combine hotels, offices, luxury shops, restaurants and residential streets. Avenida da Liberdade is approximately 500 metres away, Rossio about 1 kilometre and Bairro Alto and Chiado approximately 1.4 kilometres from the hotel. Marquês de Pombal Metro Station is around 500 metres away, providing useful connections across Lisbon. Humberto Delgado Airport is approximately 7 kilometres away. Walking works well for many central attractions, while the metro, taxis and trams are useful for steeper or more distant neighbourhoods.
Nearby attractions
- Avenida da Liberdade – approximately 500 metres: Broad central boulevard known for luxury shops, theatres, hotels and landscaped pedestrian areas; the hotel publishes a walking time of approximately six minutes.
- Jardim Botânico de Lisboa – approximately 850 metres: Historic botanical garden associated with the University of Lisbon, with extensive subtropical and Mediterranean plant collections.
- Rossio – approximately 1 kilometre: Historic central square connecting Baixa with Restauradores and surrounding shopping streets; the hotel publishes a walking time of approximately 15 minutes.
- Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara – approximately 1 kilometre: Elevated viewpoint overlooking central Lisbon, São Jorge Castle and the eastern hills.
- Estufa Fria – approximately 1.2 kilometres: Greenhouse complex in Parque Eduardo VII containing subtropical plants, paths, ponds and shaded garden areas.
- Bairro Alto and Chiado – approximately 1.4 kilometres: Adjacent historic districts known for restaurants, traditional shops, theatres, cafés, nightlife and cultural venues.
- Museu Calouste Gulbenkian – approximately 2 kilometres: Major Lisbon museum displaying European, Middle Eastern and Asian art within the Gulbenkian garden complex.
Local travel tips
- Walk down Avenida da Liberdade towards Restauradores and Rossio for a straightforward route into Lisbon's historic centre.
- Use Marquês de Pombal Metro Station, approximately 500 metres away, for longer journeys across Lisbon rather than driving through the centre.
- Lisbon's steep streets around Bairro Alto, Chiado and Alfama can make taxis, the metro, trams or funiculars useful when returning uphill.
- The hotel offers airport transfers on request for an additional charge, so arrange this in advance if you prefer a direct transfer from Humberto Delgado Airport.
- A car is unnecessary for most central sightseeing; hotel parking is chargeable, limited and cannot be reserved in advance.
What to know before booking
- Private hotel parking is chargeable, subject to availability and cannot be reserved in advance; current property listings give a rate of approximately €17 per day.
- Pets are not accepted under the hotel's current policy.
- Children may use the GSpa indoor pool only during designated family hours and must be accompanied by an adult; sauna, Turkish bath and jacuzzi access is restricted to adults.
- Airport transportation is available on request but carries an additional charge and should be arranged with the hotel before arrival.
Best time to visit
Spring and autumn generally provide comfortable conditions for walking between Avenida da Liberdade, Rossio, Chiado and Bairro Alto. Summer is warmer, sunnier and particularly busy, while winter is milder than much of Europe but can bring wetter periods. June festivals increase activity across Lisbon, especially around historic neighbourhoods, and major conferences can raise demand around central hotels. Quieter winter and shoulder-season stays can work well for museums, restaurants and indoor cultural attractions.
Full quick facts
| Hotel Style: | Luxury city, spa and conference hotel with 300 rooms and suites |
| Star Rating: | 5 stars |
| District / Neighbourhood: | Santo António, Lisbon |
| Destination Type: | Central urban business and historic-city district |
| Nearest Airport: | Humberto Delgado Airport, Lisbon |
| Distance to Airport: | Approximately 7 kilometres according to the hotel's official location information; type of published distance not specified |
| Nearest Major Transport: | Marquês de Pombal Metro Station approximately 500 metres; Santa Apolónia railway station approximately 4 kilometres |
| Beach Access: | No hotel beach; public Atlantic beaches are available at Costa da Caparica |
| Beach Distance: | Costa da Caparica approximately 15 kilometres according to official hotel location information |
| Historic or Main Centre Distance: | Rossio approximately 1 kilometre, with a published walking time of about 15 minutes |
| Languages: | Portuguese, English, Spanish, French, German and Italian |
| Parking: | Private hotel parking, chargeable and subject to availability; no advance reservations; current property listings give approximately €17 per day |
| Wi-Fi: | Free high-speed Wi-Fi confirmed in all rooms and common areas |
| Family Friendly: | Yes; dedicated family suites, free cots for ages 0–3 and extra beds for children are confirmed, subject to room type and availability |
| Accessibility: | Accessible rooms and adapted common areas for guests with reduced mobility are confirmed |
| Pet Friendly: | No; pets are not permitted under the current hotel policy |
Frequently asked questions
Where is Altis Grand Hotel in Lisbon?
The hotel is at Rua Castilho 11 in Lisbon's Santo António district, approximately 500 metres from Avenida da Liberdade and about 1 kilometre from Rossio.
Does Altis Grand Hotel have a spa and swimming pool?
Yes. GSpa covers approximately 950 square metres and includes a heated indoor pool, jacuzzi, sauna, Turkish bath, Technogym fitness area and four treatment rooms.
Is Altis Grand Hotel suitable for families?
Yes. Dedicated family suites are available, cots and children's extra beds are offered subject to room category and availability, and children may use the indoor pool during designated family hours with an adult.
Does Altis Grand Hotel have parking?
Yes. The hotel has private parking for an additional charge. Spaces are limited, subject to availability and cannot be reserved in advance.
Does the hotel provide transport to Lisbon Airport?
Yes. The hotel currently offers airport transportation on request for an additional charge. Advance booking is recommended.
Are pets allowed at Altis Grand Hotel?
No. The hotel's current policy states that pets are not permitted at Altis Grand Hotel.
Summary
Altis Grand Hotel suits cultural city breaks, business trips, families and wellness stays in central Lisbon. Avenida da Liberdade and Rossio are walkable, while GSpa, an indoor pool, restaurants and free Wi-Fi are confirmed. Private parking and airport transfers are chargeable, and pets are not accepted.
