Lisbon, PortugalChiado
Almaria - Ex Libris Apartments | Chiado
Literary atelier townhouse
Literary atelier townhouse
Street artist Add Fuel designed the modern azulejo tilework in the lobby, setting a cultured tone across six literature-themed residential floors.
What it’s good at
Notable
Custom Cabanas woodwork and Maísa Champalimaud paintings join a striking contemporary azulejo installation by Add Fuel.
Notable
A restored newspaper printing house and historic bookstore celebrating Portuguese literary legacy across six dedicated floors.
Notable
Floors named after prominent Portuguese authors receive morning deliveries of warm artisanal bread from local bakeries.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
They’re also remarkably well-equipped, with spacious, properly useful kitchens as well as laundry machines, in addition to ordinary comforts like smart televisions, wi-fi, espresso machines, and double-glazed windows.
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Set on Rua da Misericórdia, the apartments sit directly between the literary cafes of Chiado and the vibrant nightlife of Bairro Alto.
The rooms
Custom Cabanas furniture and full kitchens anchor the apartments, with top-floor units opening onto private terraces overlooking the Tagus River.
Treatments
- Treatments
- In-apartment massage and body treatments available on request.
How it began
Once the printing offices of newspaper O Diário Ilustrado, the townhouse celebrates Portuguese authors across dedicated floors above historic Livraria Camões.
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Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.