CASA BALTHAZAR, Lisbon

Casa Balthazar - Historic Lisbon hotel with heated pool, garden terrace, and panoramic city views

Located in a quiet area just 5 minutes from Rossio, this 2-star Lisbon hotel features 17 spacious rooms, with three premium units offering private hot tubs on wooden terraces overlooking the city. Casa Balthazar maintains a year-round heated outdoor pool surrounded by sun loungers in a landscaped garden. Each air-conditioned accommodation includes limestone or wooden floors, retro-tiled bathrooms, and fully equipped kitchenettes. Guest rooms feature flat-screen TVs, iPod docking stations, and complimentary minibars stocked with yogurt and milk. The property serves daily breakfast with warm croissants, fresh bread, local hams, cheeses, and house-made jams. The surrounding streets house numerous authentic local restaurants. Transportation links include Rossio Train Station with connections to Sintra and Cais do Sodré Station providing access to Cascais beaches. Major attractions within walking distance include the Gothic Carmo Convent with its archaeological museum and Miradouro São Pedro de Alcântara viewpoint.

Pros

Complimentary welcome package includes wine and fresh-baked cake

Soundproofed rooms with black and white encaustic hydraulic floor tiles

Year-round heated swimming pool with garden area

Walking distance to authentic local restaurants and major attractions

Cons

6 miles distance from Humberto Delgado Airport

Some rooms lack views despite the property's central location