Are you ready to experience 300 years of history? This question greets you in a literal sense the moment you get your room keys in the hotel’s signature green envelope, reminiscent of the coloured tiles you’ll see across the city. Palacio Ludovice is one of the few buildings that survived Lisbon’s great earthquake of 1755. This remarkable feat is attributed to João Federico Ludovice, architect to the king, Joāo V. The grand building set itself apart due to its wooden structure that did not collapse, later inspiring the anti-seismic ‘Pombaline cage’ structural design.
João Federico Ludovice built the palace as his private residence in 1747. Since then, the building has had many identities: before transitioning from private residence to luxury boutique hotel, the palace was home to aristocratic residences, a consulate and the house of the Solar do Vinho do Porto. In 2022, after more than 10 years of restoration led by renowned architect Miguel Câncio Martins, the Palácio Ludovice Wine Experience Hotel opened its doors, with the intention of offering the finest luxury boutique hotel experience in the city.
Nestled in the heart of Lisbon where Chiado, Bairro Alto and Principe Real neighbourhoods intersect, the hotel’s privileged location offers visitors a real neighbourhood experience due to its proximity to local food, drink and shopping fare. Not only is it strategically located but the views from the hotel are breathtaking. Guests have access to the Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara viewing point a short distance from the hotel on street level as well.
The rooms are very spacious and comfortable and the hotel team are very attentive, offering daily afternoon room service of delicious snacks alongside local wine directly to your room. The Palacio Ludovice Wine Experience Hotel is a great choice for those who are seeking to learn more about Portuguese wine, architecture or are simply looking for a city break. Guests can find respite from their site seeing in one of the 61 rooms packed with comfort and panoramic views.
Not to be missed is the hotel’s own food and drink fare. Federico Restaurant offers contemporary Portuguese cuisine with French influences, alongside access to the hotel’s wine cellar. As you walk into the reception you will notice the Instituto do Vinho do Porto shop where you can get your hands on a variety of Port wine.
With a distinct focus on wine one can forget that the hotel also offers signature treatments at its Caudalie Boutique-Spa.
Buenos Aires and Lisbon are easily connected via daily flights with a layover in Brazil or via European hubs such as Madrid, Barcelona, Paris, Frankfurt or Amsterdam amongst others. If one is looking to immerse themselves in rich history, rejoice in gastronomic fare and learn about Portuguese wine, all while staying in the heart of Lisbon, then look no further.
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