Nestled in the Chiado district, the Montebelo Vista Alegre Hotel is elegant property set within a historic building, once home to the renowned Vista Alegre porcelain factory. The hotel’s design honours its rich heritage, with artful nods to the iconic porcelain craftsmanship that has defined the Vista Alegre brand for centuries.
The hotel is just a five-minute walk from the Tagus River and very close to some of the city’s main attractions, such as Terreiro do Paço, Príncipe Real and Baixa Pombalina. Surrounded to art galleries, centenary cafés, museums, theatres, bars, restaurants and stores, its location is perfect base to explore Lisbon.
The hotel’s reception area nods to the buiding’s past with a large porcelain display complemented by two original Vista Alegre lamps. The staircase invites everyone to carry on exploring and is topped off by a skylight that floods the interior with Lisbon’s famous light. Inspired by the brand’s artistic and artisanal tradition, Vista Alegre’s artisans have hand-painted new original works from existing porcelain art pieces, creating a unique environment with a touch of fantasy.
The same design approach gives the guest rooms a personality all of their own. Each of the hotel’s three wings features a distinct theme. The rooms facing Rua das Flores, the rooms are decorated in floral motifs. On Rua do Alecrim, each room has a smell of rosemary, complemented with other natural elements. The rooms facing the larger Largo do Barão de Quintela are decorated with Vista Alegre biscuit porcelain pieces.
Room amenities include double or twin beds with luxurious linens for a restful night’s sleep. The en-suite bathrooms offering guests premium toiletries and walk in shower. All rooms are air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, and a flat-screen TV.
