As Lisbon spreads out into the horizon, rimmed by the tranquil Tagus River, you can relax under the shade of the woods in the beautiful gardens, dipping your feet in the cool waters of the oasis, sipping a cocktail and enjoying the view. For this fabulously elegant hilltop Lapa Palace, Lisbon, Portugal, is the Best hotel in Portugal.

Just 10 minutes from the vibrant city center, the Lapa Palace, Lisbon-atop the hill dressed in an oasis and gardens-offers you peace, serenity and above all privacy. Its luxurious setting, charming views, old-world charms, elegant rooms and suites, attentive service and enviable restaurants have, for decades, attracted the best of literary, aristocratic, artistic and celebrated crowd.

No matter which season you will to stay at Lapa Palace, Portugal, one of the Best Hotels of Europe, you are bound to feel the full force of its repertoire. Once a private residence, built in the whimsical year of 1870 in the high-end embassy district, today Lapa Palace, Lisbon, Portugal has successfully blend its old-world ambience with the comforts and luxuries of the modern world.

The all-year round sunny weather draws you out from the comforts of your luxurious accommodation at the Lapa Palace, Lisbon, Portugal, into the arms of Lisbon's outdoor thrills. Take a tour of the city built on seven hills along the Tagus River, or spend a fruitful day at the many world-class museums.

You can attend a classical musical feast or a local theatrical performance at the splendid opera houses and cultural centers, or you could swing your way to glory at some of the best golf courses in Portugal. You could shop for exquisite traditional Portuguese items at century-old markets or buy out designer labels in thriving shopping malls.

When not enjoying a night out at the European-styled night clubs, pubs and restaurants, you can relax at the Lapa Palace's Wellness Center and work up an appetite. Hit any one of the two restaurants and bars to bring your eventful day in Lisbon to a deserving closure.

Lapa Palace, Portugal also provides state-of-the-art meeting facilities, banquet halls, and full business solutions for the convenience of its corporate clients.