Welcome to Sao Joao da Praça Palace, a stunning Pombaline “hotel particulier” of 936 sqm distributed over five floors, built in 1758 and restored by its owner occupiers to an extraordinarily high specification since 2011. Behind its classical facade the restoration project combines the harmony of Pombaline elegance with imaginative verve, contemporary comfort and high-living. With a spectacular location between the river and the castle, on the eastern side of the Se cathedral, the palacete can be found in the beating heart of the historical and noble nucleus of the old city - the Sé neighbourhood. Enjoy the comfort of this unique “palacete” with garden, pool and spa, nested in the heart of Lisbon’s Historical Center and overlooking the Tagus River and the Pantheon.
Sao Joao da Praça Palace is a treasure chest of surprises and secrets. It nestles behind the Chafariz El Rey, an important fragment of Renaissance Lisbon and is flanked by the old city walls and the Roman baths and ancient city gateway. Stunningly decorated, the building comprises of nine suites, with a spacious and well-appointed duplex penthouse on sprawling atop with stunning river views, three fronts and all comforts. A secluded rear garden, is complete with private spa and plunge pool, a haven of peace and quiet with sun terraces and two guest suites. The back of the building from every floor is connected to the garden. The property, which is in excellent condition and boasts exquisite customisation, would be ideal as a family home with extra space to exploit for rental income, or to run a business. The Palacete sits immediately in front of the four star Memmo Alfama, and in front is the former Hotel Chafariz El Rei. A close walk along the waterside is Terreiro de Paço with its metro station and ferry port, a little further on is the Praca do Comércio and the Baixa. Chiado is a fifteen minute walk. The streets are quiet to traffic as there is limited access. Airport Humberto Delgado is 16 minutes by car. One of Lisbon ́ s main stations, Santa Apolónia is a ten minute walk.
Surrounded by the peculiar and charming neighbourhoods and several highlights such as the National Pantheon or the Sao Roque Church, the surroundings offer an enormous variety of activities to explore. The neighbourhood of Alfama is a delightful maze of narrow streets and ancient houses which lead up the steep hill from the Tagus to the Castle. It contains the most important historical buildings, including the Cathedral, the Castle, the Fado Museum, and the most typical food you can find in Lisbon. Enjoy living in the oldest and most traditional neighbourhood of Lisbon, with cobbled lanes and alleys and steep, gruelling inclines, should be discovered little by little, stopping frequently to savour the view, atmosphere and authentic spirit of the oldest side of the capital. Take a deep breath and start to climb the hill that will reveal one of the best views of the city.