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Best Hotel Spas in Lisbon for Non-Guests

Last updated: February 11, 2026

Here's something most visitors don't know: nearly every upscale hotel in Lisbon opens its spa to non-guests. You don't need to book a room to enjoy a Turkish bath with river views, a spa circuit with a heated pool, or — in one remarkable case — a massage and three-course dinner for €40.

We've visited each of these hotel spas as day visitors and ranked them by the one thing that matters most: what you actually get for your money.

Best Value: El Spa at Meliá Lisboa — €25

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The most affordable hotel spa in Lisbon is also one of the most complete. For €25, El Spa delivers a Finnish sauna, Turkish bath, indoor pool, outdoor pool, hydromassage, and access to a 24-hour gym. That's six distinct facilities for the price of a cocktail at a rooftop bar.

Located near the airport, it requires a short trip from central Lisbon, but the long opening hours more than compensate. It's open until 22:00 on weekdays — later than any other spa in the city — making it ideal for post-sightseeing recovery or a late-arrival wind-down.

  • Spa circuit includes: Finnish sauna, Turkish bath, indoor pool, outdoor pool, hydromassage, gym
  • Price: €25 per day
  • Hours: Mon–Fri 07:00–22:00, Sat–Sun 08:00–22:00
  • Hotel: Meliá Lisboa Aeroporto
  • Location: Near Lisbon Airport
  • Who it's best for: Budget-conscious spa-goers, travelers with layovers, and evening visitors

Best Value Runner-Up: BluSpa Jupiter Lisboa — €25

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Tied on price with El Spa, BluSpa takes a different approach — a sleek, marine-inspired water circuit in the Jupiter Lisboa hotel near Saldanha. Finnish sauna, steam bath, jacuzzi, heated indoor pool, and relaxation rooms, all wrapped in modern design that feels considerably more premium than €25.

The atmosphere here is calmer and more central than El Spa, making it the better choice if you want to combine your spa visit with lunch or shopping in the Saldanha area.

  • Spa circuit includes: Finnish sauna, steam bath, jacuzzi, heated pool, relaxation rooms
  • Price: €25 per day
  • Hours: 10:00–20:00 daily
  • Hotel: Jupiter Lisboa Hotel
  • Location: Saldanha (Central)
  • Who it's best for: Design-conscious visitors who want a polished, central spa experience

Best All-Inclusive Experience: Spa at Iberostar Lisboa — €40

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This is the deal that makes people do a double take. For €40, you get a pool, Turkish bath, a 30-minute massage, a three-course dinner at the hotel restaurant, and free parking. Let that sink in — a professional massage and a full dinner are included in the price.

The spa facilities themselves are solid but not extraordinary. What makes Iberostar special is the complete package: you arrive in the afternoon for your spa circuit, transition to a massage, then sit down for dinner. It's a full evening out, and at €40 per person, it's one of the best value experiences in Lisbon — spa or otherwise.

  • Spa circuit includes: Turkish bath, indoor pool, 30-min massage, three-course dinner, parking
  • Price: €40 per day
  • Hours: 10:00–19:00 daily
  • Hotel: Iberostar Selection Lisboa
  • Location: Marquês de Pombal (Central)
  • Who it's best for: Couples, anyone wanting a complete afternoon-to-evening experience

Most Impressive Facilities: Sayanna Wellness & Spa — €50

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Part of the EPIC SANA Marquês de Pombal hotel, Sayanna is the hotel spa in Lisbon that makes you stop and stare. A Turkish bath with impeccable tilework leads to a 14-metre pool flanked by waterfalls, an ice fountain for contrast therapy, and sensory showers that cycle through temperature and pressure.

The design is the draw here. Every surface, every lighting choice, every transition between spaces has been carefully considered. It's the kind of spa that makes you understand why some people are willing to pay €50 for a few hours of complete immersion.

  • Spa circuit includes: Turkish bath, 14m indoor pool, waterfalls, ice fountain, sensory showers
  • Price: €50 per day
  • Hours: 07:30–21:00 daily
  • Hotel: EPIC SANA Marquês de Pombal
  • Location: Marquês de Pombal (Central)
  • Who it's best for: Design lovers, Instagram enthusiasts, anyone who values atmosphere as much as facilities

Best Waterfront Location: BSpa by Karin Herzog — €50

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Situated in Belém near the Jerónimos Monastery and MAAT museum, BSpa offers a Turkish bath, dynamic indoor pool, and sensory showers — with views of the Tagus River that no other Lisbon spa can match.

The location is what makes this one special. Arrive in the morning, visit the monastery, eat a pastel de Belém at the famous bakery, then spend the afternoon unwinding at BSpa. It's one of the best full days you can have in Lisbon, and the spa is the perfect way to end it.

  • Spa circuit includes: Turkish bath, dynamic indoor pool, sensory showers, river views
  • Price: €50 per day
  • Hours: 10:00–20:00 daily
  • Hotel: Altis Belém Hotel & Spa
  • Location: Belém (Waterfront)
  • Who it's best for: Tourists combining spa with sightseeing, anyone who values a setting as much as facilities

Best for Avenida da Liberdade: The ReTreat Spa — €35

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An urban wellness centre just off Lisbon's grand boulevard, The ReTreat stands out for its commitment to organic and sustainable products. The Turkish bath and jacuzzi are the core facilities, and the treatments use natural ingredients from Portuguese brands.

It's the most understated hotel spa on this list — no dramatic architecture or river views — but the quality of the treatments and the attention to sustainability make it a favorite with locals who visit regularly.

  • Spa circuit includes: Turkish bath, jacuzzi, organic treatments
  • Price: €35 per day
  • Hours: 10:00–20:00 daily
  • Hotel: The Retreat Hotel
  • Location: Avenida da Liberdade (Central)
  • Who it's best for: Eco-conscious visitors, regulars who prioritize product quality over flashy facilities

Premium Pick: Mandalay Spa Liberdade — €60

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For those who want the full premium hotel spa experience, Mandalay delivers. Finnish sauna, Turkish bath, jacuzzi, and indoor pool — with robes and slippers included (a detail many hotel spas charge extra for or skip entirely). It's on Avenida da Liberdade itself, so the location is hard to beat.

The €60 price is justified by the completeness of the offering: both Finnish sauna and Turkish bath (most hotel spas have one or the other), plus the pool and jacuzzi. It's the closest thing to a Nordic-style spa circuit in central Lisbon.

  • Spa circuit includes: Finnish sauna, Turkish bath, jacuzzi, indoor pool, robes & slippers
  • Price: €60 per day
  • Hours: 10:00–20:00 daily
  • Hotel: Lisboa Liberdade Hotel
  • Location: Avenida da Liberdade (Central)
  • Who it's best for: Premium spa seekers who want both Finnish and Turkish heat in a central location

Worth a Day Trip: Real Spa at Grande Real Villa Itália — €30

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A 30-minute train ride from Cais do Sodré brings you to Cascais and this spectacular 1,000 m² thalassotherapy spa overlooking the Atlantic. Finnish sauna, Turkish bath, and a thalassotherapy circuit using heated seawater — all for €30 in an ocean-side setting that makes every Lisbon hotel spa feel landlocked.

The train ride along the coast is scenic in itself, and Cascais is a beautiful town worth exploring — beaches, seafood restaurants, the Boca do Inferno cliffs. Make a day of it.

  • Spa circuit includes: Finnish sauna, Turkish bath, thalassotherapy circuit, gym, relaxation areas
  • Price: €30 per day
  • Hours: 09:00–19:00 daily
  • Hotel: Grande Real Villa Itália Hotel & Spa
  • Location: Cascais (30 min by train from Lisbon)
  • Who it's best for: Day-trippers, ocean lovers, anyone willing to trade convenience for a seaside setting

Hotel Spa Tips for Day Visitors

Booking:

  • Always reserve in advance — most hotel spas limit day visitor capacity, and weekends fill up fast
  • Call the spa directly rather than the hotel front desk — spa staff know availability better and can often accommodate last-minute requests

Getting the most value:

  • Ask about packages when booking — many hotels offer spa-plus-lunch or spa-plus-massage bundles that are significantly better value than the circuit alone
  • Arrive right at opening — you'll have the facilities nearly to yourself for the first hour, and you'll maximize your circuit time
  • Weekday mornings are the quietest at every hotel spa. Weekend afternoons are the busiest.

What to bring:

  • Your own swimsuit — all hotel spas require them, and not all provide one
  • Flip-flops — some spas provide slippers, others don't
  • A book — most spas have relaxation rooms where you can read between sauna rounds

Looking for non-hotel options? Read about contrast therapy venues, budget saunas under €30, or browse the complete guide to all saunas in Lisbon.