Priced on the same night, 2026-10-10: Sofitel Lisbon Liberdade is $1,023 a night less. They are 1.2 km apart.
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Book the Sofitel Lisbon Liberdade unless the spa and pool at the Ritz are the point of the trip. The Ritz is nearly five times the price at $1,862 against $376, and while it has the higher guest score (9.2 vs 9.0), the Sofitel has far more reviews behind it (1,531 vs 272), which counts for something at this rate. Both sit within 1.2km of each other in central Lisbon, so location isn't really the deciding factor, facilities and budget are.
The Ritz Lisbon went up in the 1950s and 60s under the Estado Novo, a vast modernist block designed with input from architects and artists tied to the regime, and it still carries that period's confident, slightly severe grandeur: high ceilings, Portuguese tapestries, dark wood panelling, and a lobby that feels institutional in the best sense, built for ambassadors and state visits rather than passing trade. Rooms are large and classically dressed rather than fashionable, heavy curtains, traditional furniture, views out over Parque Eduardo VII. The Varanda restaurant and the Ritz Bar's summer terrace are the social heart, looking down over greenery rather than the street, which gives the whole place a slightly removed, patrician calm.
Guests who want spa time, a pool, and the particular formality of an old-guard grand hotel with room to spread out.
The Sofitel sits on Avenida da Liberdade itself, Lisbon's grand 19th-century boulevard, all plane trees and mosaic pavement, and the hotel leans into a French-inflected, contemporary decor rather than heritage pastiche: a library bar, Matiz restaurant, balconies looking onto the avenue's traffic and trees below. It reads as a well-run international five-star rather than a building with its own history, comfortable and current rather than atmospheric, but the location puts you two minutes from the Avenida Metro and a short walk into Rossio, Chiado and the castle.
Guests who want a well-run modern five-star on the best boulevard in the city, at a fifth of the price, and don't need a spa or pool.
The Sofitel gives up the spa and pool that the Ritz has; everything else on the list, restaurant, gym, library bar, breakfast, it matches or covers.
The Ritz is the more characterful building, a genuine period piece with its own weight and history, while the Sofitel is handsomely done but interchangeable with good hotels elsewhere.
| Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon | Sofitel Lisbon Liberdade | |
|---|---|---|
| Price, same night | $1,451 | $428 |
| Guest rating | 9.2/10 | 9/10 |
| Reviews | 272 | 1531 |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Facilities on our list | 7 | 5 |
| Distance apart | 1.2 km |
Nothing on our list that Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon lacks.
Four Seasons guests come away happier overall thanks to standout service, despite gripes about dated rooms and food, while Sofitel guests praise location but note maintenance issues.
“Excellent Service but Bad Food/Accomodation”
First the service and the staff were marvelous. They solve issues fast are smart and on their feet. They live up to the four seasons moto We loved our little gifts and little paste de nata that were provided as gifts. BUT the accomodations are not worthy of the name. Most of the hotel looks, outdated and they seem to have various themes that don't quite make sense. The hotel restaurant where we had breakf
“Fantastic FS experience”
Fantastic hotel from start to end. The responses on the FS app were quick and helpful. While we arrived early they did our best to accommodate us. Rita from the front desk was fantastic as was Rita from the ice cream shop. The bell captains were great as well, anticipating our needs. Quality FS properly. Super friendly and just do a superb job all around.
Ubicación excelente
“Very good”
Breakfast à la carte excellent
Hotel room more water and maybe a welcome fruit or something else
Luxurious Accommodations Indulge in the elegant and spacious rooms at the 5-star Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon, each adorned with classic decor and offering stunning views of the city. Some rooms even feature expansive balconies for a touch of luxury. Wellness and Dining Experience Relax and rejuvenate at the on-site spa with a range of treatments, from…
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Luxurious Accommodation on Avenida da Liberdade Modern Amenities and Services Indulge in the modern gym, exquisite dining at Matiz restaurant, and unwind in the elegant library. The rooms boast contemporary décor, balconies with avenue views, and luxurious bathrooms with premium amenities. Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions Situated right by Avenida…
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