Montecarmo12 - Design Boutique Hotel - Lisbon

Adults-only boutique hotel in Lisbon's Príncipe Real district

Architecture & Design

Montecarmo12 - Design Boutique Hotel occupies a meticulously restored building by the renowned architecture atelier Aires Mateus. The hotel's interior combines minimalist lines with high-quality materials, from marble bathrooms to floor-to-ceiling shutters that block light completely. Communal areas include a sunlit patio and a living room designed for quiet relaxation.

Rooms & Bathrooms

Rooms at Montecarmo12 come with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and safety deposit boxes; guests can log into their own streaming accounts on the TVs. The bathrooms are a standout, with spacious marble showers, double sinks in some rooms, and vegan toiletries. For extra space, the Premium Double Room with Terrace (Room 302) offers a large balcony with views of the river and Christ the King statue.

Shared Table Breakfast & Culinary Experience

The hotel's most distinctive feature is its daily breakfast, cooked in an open kitchen by internationally trained Chef Dede (or Chef Luis). Guests choose from a menu of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options the night before, then watch their meal prepared at a community kitchen table. Breakfast is served in the kitchen, garden, or patio, with fresh pastries, pancakes, and warm dishes made to order.

Personalized Service & Digital Convenience

Montecarmo12 operates without a traditional reception desk, using a digital check-in system and keypad entry codes for after-hours access. Guests communicate with staff via WhatsApp, who respond quickly during the day and arrange taxis, restaurant bookings, and day trips. Extra touches include welcome gifts of pastéis de nata and port, plus a farewell box of handcrafted bath products.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Situated in the Príncipe Real neighborhood, the hotel is a 15-minute walk from the Dona Maria II National Theatre and 0.5 miles from Rossio. The Lisbon Botanical Garden, a short walk away, offers a quiet escape, while Commerce Square and St. George's Castle are within easy reach. Public transportation is nearby, and Humberto Delgado Airport is 6 miles from the hotel.

• Architecture: Restored by renowned atelier Aires Mateus
• Rooms: Premium Double Room with Terrace (Room 302) with river views
• Dining: Daily chef-cooked breakfast with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free menus
• Service: Digital check-in & WhatsApp concierge
• Location: Príncipe Real, 0.5 miles from Rato

License number: 11811