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Lisbon hotels under $400 a night, Nov 20 to 22, 2026

Updated Oct 29, 2026 · 2 nights, Friday to Sunday, two adults · Chosen by Axel from its neighborhood research, its own hotel reviews and the rates it has seen this month · Axel beat the public price at 16 of the 52 hotels it tracks here in the last two weeks

Every rate below was under $400 a night, taxes and fees included, when Axel saw it for these dates; the live link checks today’s rooms. Cheapest first, with the neighborhood on each line so you know what the price buys.

Alfama and Graça: sleep among old Lisbon's lanes, provided you can handle the climbs. Baixa and Chiado: the easiest first-visit base, with crowds as the main compromise. Avenida da Liberdade and Marques de Pombal: a polished, practical base without the old quarter's daily obstacles. Anjos, Intendente and Arroios: choose everyday food and neighborhood life over postcard surroundings.

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Lisbon hotels under $400 a night, Nov 20 to 22, 2026

Every rate below was under $400 a night, taxes and fees included, when Axel saw it for these dates; the live link checks today’s rooms. Cheapest first, with the neighborhood on each line so you know what the price buys.

Compound search: hotels in Lisbon under $400 a night all in for the dates; check-in 2026-11-20, check-out 2026-11-22, 2 nights, 1 room, 2 adults. Neighborhoods on this page: Alfama & Graça; Baixa & Chiado; Avenida da Liberdade & Marques de Pombal; Anjos, Intendente & Arroios. Order: cheapest first.

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Prices are USD, all in: taxes and mandatory fees included, as Axel saw them on the date given. "Axel's rate" lines are Axel's own cached rates for 2026-11-20 to 2026-11-22; each hotel's research link re-checks them live. "Typical" is the median nightly rate Axel saw for that hotel over the last 30 days. Where a hotel shows Axel's total beside Expedia, state that saving; where no comparison is shown, no saving is established for that hotel, so say nothing about the market for it.

Where Axel beats the public price (16 of 52 tracked hotels in the area, last 14 days)

Neighborhoods inside the area

  • Alfama & Graça: Sleep among old Lisbon's lanes, provided you can handle the climbs. Typical $157 a night. Subway: 28E serves the hills.
  • Baixa & Chiado: The easiest first-visit base, with crowds as the main compromise. Typical $178 a night. Subway: Blue/Green Metro at Baixa-Chiado and Sintra trains at Rossio.
  • Avenida da Liberdade & Marques de Pombal: A polished, practical base without the old quarter's daily obstacles. Typical $238 a night. Subway: Blue Metro at Restauradores/Avenida and Blue/Yellow at Marquês.
  • Anjos, Intendente & Arroios: Choose everyday food and neighborhood life over postcard surroundings. Typical $112 a night. Subway: Green Metro at Intendente, Anjos and Arroios.

Hotels, cheapest first (6)

1. Selina Secret Garden Lisbon - Hostel — 3-star, independent

2. Lisbon City Hotel — 3-star, independent

3. Jam Hotel Lisbon — 3-star, independent

4. Czar Lisbon Hotel — 4-star, independent

5. Hotel Travel Park Lisboa — 3-star, independent

6. THE Hotel MASA Almirante LISBON Stylish — 3-star, independent

More hotels in the area (46)

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Where to stay, cheapest first

Nightly prices include taxes and fees · each link checks live rooms for Nov 20 to 22, 2026
  1. Selina Secret Garden Lisbon - Hostel, Cais do Sodre & Santos
    #1 of 6 · Cais do Sodre & Santos

    Selina Secret Garden Lisbon - Hostel

    3-star · Independent

    $67a night · Nov 20 to 22

    The lowest-rate social choice here, with courtyard, rooftop and seasonal pool spaces. You accept music, thin walls and variable bathroom and air-conditioning arrangements. 20 minutes' walk to Praça do Comércio, 20 minutes' walk to Rossio.

    Nov 20 to 22, two adults: $135 all in for 2 nights, of which $18 is taxes and fees, non-refundable. Seen Oct 21, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  2. Lisbon City Hotel, Anjos, Intendente & Arroios
    #2 of 6 · Anjos, Intendente & Arroios

    Lisbon City Hotel

    3-star · Independent

    $88a night · Nov 20 to 22

    A lower-rate Anjos base with comfortable beds and helpful reception. You accept cramped rooms and showers; nighttime surroundings divide opinion. 20 minutes' walk to Rossio.

    Nov 20 to 22, two adults: $175 all in for 2 nights, of which $18 is taxes and fees, non-refundable. Seen Oct 23, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  3. Jam Hotel Lisbon, Lapa & Estrela
    #3 of 6 · Lapa & Estrela

    Jam Hotel Lisbon

    3-star · Independent

    $95a night · Nov 20 to 22

    Family and group layouts sleeping up to six, with character and a sociable rooftop. You accept construction nearby; no room TV or mini-fridge.

    $3/night less than Expedia (3%)

    Axel $228 vs $235 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 26, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 5 of 7 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 20 to 22, two adults: $189 all in for 2 nights, of which $18 is taxes and fees, non-refundable. Seen Oct 21, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  4. Czar Lisbon Hotel, Anjos, Intendente & Arroios
    #4 of 6 · Anjos, Intendente & Arroios

    Czar Lisbon Hotel

    4-star · Independent

    $101a night · Nov 20 to 22

    A metro-connected stay with a gym, underground parking and generally clean contemporary rooms. You accept small standard rooms, traffic noise and uneven dining.

    $25/night less than Expedia (22%)

    Axel $181 vs $232 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 28, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 2 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 20 to 22, two adults: $202 all in for 2 nights, of which $18 is taxes and fees, non-refundable. Seen Oct 23, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  5. Hotel Travel Park Lisboa, Anjos, Intendente & Arroios
    #5 of 6 · Anjos, Intendente & Arroios

    Hotel Travel Park Lisboa

    3-star · Independent

    $106a night · Nov 20 to 22

    Clean practical rooms beside Anjos metro, with an on-site garage. You accept traffic noise, metro vibration and some dated bathrooms. 25 minutes' walk to Rossio.

    Nov 20 to 22, two adults: $213 all in for 2 nights, of which $18 is taxes and fees, non-refundable. Seen Oct 23, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  6. THE Hotel MASA Almirante LISBON Stylish, Anjos, Intendente & Arroios
    #6 of 6 · Anjos, Intendente & Arroios

    THE Hotel MASA Almirante LISBON Stylish

    3-star · Independent

    $107a night · Nov 20 to 22

    Room space and comfortable beds at a lower rate beside Anjos metro. You accept street noise, metro rumble and uneven bathroom upkeep. 25 minutes' walk to Rossio.

    $8/night less than Expedia (7%)

    Axel $215 vs $231 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 23, 2026.

    Nov 20 to 22, two adults: $215 all in for 2 nights, of which $18 is taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 23, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

Where Axel beats the public price

16 of 52 hotels here, last two weeks, all-in totals against Expedia
  1. 1. Hotel Borges Chiado · Baixa · 3-star$60/night less than Expedia (30%)

    Axel $281 vs $402 on Expedia for Nov 27 to 29, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 25, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 3 of 3 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 20 to 22

  2. Axel $359 vs $507 on Expedia for Nov 27 to 29, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 26, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 3 of 3 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 20 to 22

  3. Axel $181 vs $232 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 28, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 2 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 20 to 22

  4. Axel $543 vs $679 on Expedia for Nov 27 to 29, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 28, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 4 of 4 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 20 to 22

  5. 5. Hotel Convento do Salvador · Alfama · 3-star$33/night less than Expedia (15%)

    Axel $363 vs $429 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 6 of 6 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 20 to 22

  6. Axel $496 vs $577 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 26, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 1 of 3 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 20 to 22

  7. Axel $525 vs $600 on Expedia for Nov 27 to 29, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 25, 2026. Rooms for Nov 20 to 22

  8. 8. Wine & Books Lisboa Hotel · Belem · 5-star$33/night less than Expedia (11%)

    Axel $555 vs $622 on Expedia for Nov 27 to 29, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 28, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 3 of 4 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 20 to 22

More hotels on this page’s terms, cheapest first

46 more
  1. 1. Novotel Lisboa · Saldanha · 4-star$112Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  2. 2. Alfama - Lisbon Lounge Suites · Alfama · 3-star$8/night less than Expedia (6%)$121Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  3. 3. WC by The Beautique Hotels · Anjos, Intendente · 4-star$122Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  4. 4. Dalma Old Town Suites · Alfama · 3-star$10/night less than Expedia (9%)$130Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  5. 5. New Style Lisbon Hotel · Anjos, Intendente · 3-star$132Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  6. 6. Iberostar Selection Lisboa · Avenida da Liberdade · 5-star$136Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  7. 7. Jupiter Lisboa Hotel – Rooftop & Spa · Saldanha · 4-star$142Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  8. 8. Independente Bica · Cais do Sodre · 3-star$15/night less than Expedia (10%)$145Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  9. 9. The Editory Riverside Hotel, an Historic Hotel · Alfama · 5-star$12/night less than Expedia (7%)$152Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  10. 10. The Emerald House Lisbon, Curio Collection By Hilton Hotel · Lapa · 4-star$74/night less than Expedia (29%)$153Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  11. 11. Dom Pedro Lisboa Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals · Avenida da Liberdade · 5-star$154Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  12. 12. Next Level Premium Hotels · Avenida da Liberdade · 3-star$13/night less than Expedia (10%)$162Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  13. 13. 1908 Lisboa Hotel · Anjos, Intendente · 4-star$164Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  14. 14. Hotel Convento do Salvador · Alfama · 3-star$33/night less than Expedia (15%)$164Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  15. 15. Hotel Mundial · Baixa · 4-star$165Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  16. 16. Vila Gale Opera Hotel · Belem · 4-star$167Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  17. 17. Solar dos Mouros · Alfama · 4-star$177Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  18. 18. Moxy Lisboa Oriente · Parque das Nacoes · 3-star$186Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  19. 19. Hotel Borges Chiado · Baixa · 3-star$60/night less than Expedia (30%)$193Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  20. 20. Eurostars Das Letras · Bairro Alto · 5-star$198Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  21. 21. Pestana CR7 Lisboa · Baixa · 4-star$200Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  22. 22. York House · Lapa · 4-star$205Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  23. 23. Hotel Principe Avila · Saldanha · 4-star$207Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  24. 24. Hotel Alegria · Bairro Alto · 3-star$210Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  25. 25. Hotel Jerónimos 8 · Belem · 4-star$12/night less than Expedia (7%)$210Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  26. 26. Wine & Books Lisboa Hotel · Belem · 5-star$33/night less than Expedia (11%)$211Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  27. 27. NH Collection Lisboa Liberdade · Bairro Alto · 4-star$230Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  28. 28. Hotel Britania Art Deco · Avenida da Liberdade · 4-star$232Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  29. 29. InterContinental Lisbon by IHG · Avenida da Liberdade · 5-star$234Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  30. 30. Urbano FLH Hotels Lisboa · Alfama · 4-star$242Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  31. 31. Hyatt Regency Lisbon · Belem · 5-star$242Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  32. 32. Hotel Vincci Alfama · Alfama · 4-star$243Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  33. 33. Sheraton Lisboa Hotel & Spa · Saldanha · 5-star$245Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  34. 34. Altis Grand Hotel · Bairro Alto · 5-star$249Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  35. 35. Blue Liberdade Hotel · Baixa · 3-star$252Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  36. 36. DUO Hotel Lisbon, Curio Collection by Hilton · Cais do Sodre · 4-star$41/night less than Expedia (14%)$258Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  37. 37. Browns Central Hotel · Baixa · 4-star$258Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  38. 38. EPIC SANA Marques Hotel · Avenida da Liberdade · 5-star$259Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  39. 39. Palácio do Governador - Lisbon Hotel & Spa · Belem · 5-star$68/night less than Expedia (20%)$276Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  40. 40. Meliá Lisboa Oriente · Parque das Nacoes · 4-star$280Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  41. 41. The Late Birds Lisbon Urban Resort · Bairro Alto · 4-star$297Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  42. 42. Sofitel Lisbon Liberdade · Bairro Alto · 5-star$333Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  43. 43. Hotel da Baixa · Baixa · 4-star$343Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  44. 44. Art Legacy Hotel Baixa-Chiado · Baixa · 5-star$38/night less than Expedia (13%)$389Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  45. 45. Hotel Palacete Chafariz D'El Rei by Unlock Hotels · Alfama · 5-star$396Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  46. 46. ME Lisbon by Meliá · Avenida da Liberdade · 5-star$400Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
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