Lagos, Portugal
Lagos Avenida Hotel
Marina-front rooftop boutique
Lagos, Portugal
Opened
2018
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Social LocalOutside the door
The house
Sonel HotelsMarina-front rooftop boutique
Life revolves around the rooftop deck, where a saltwater infinity pool looks out over yachts moored in the harbour.
What it’s good at
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
...it splits the difference between beachy resort chic and urban design-hotel cool.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The waterfront promenade sits right outside, and the cobbled lanes of the walled old town are a short stroll away.
The rooms
Every room opens onto a private balcony or terrace looking toward the marina or the old town.
The rooftop pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The rooftop saltwater infinity pool is heated from November to March, looking past palm trees to the marina.
Restaurant
Avenida Restaurante
Chef Roeland Klein serves local seafood and aged beef, with counter seating facing the open kitchen.
At the table
The rooftop bar mixes cocktails and pours wine on the open deck beside the pool.
How it began

The building originally served as a military mess hall before a local family converted it into a hotel in 2018.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
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.