Stays in Loures

I would pick Casa Maria for a family with a dog who wants a pool without a hotel price tag in mind. Pets are accepted, the rooms are air-conditioned, and the outdoor pool gives children somewhere to cool off. Free parking and Wi-Fi keep arrival simple, and R Nova 46 is a few minutes' walk for a stroll. The listing is modest and the 9.6 score rests on nine reviews, so I would treat it as a simple, pet-friendly base.

Myriad is a contemporary five-star hotel in Loures with plush rooms and suites that have riverfront views. There is a restaurant, a full-service spa, an indoor pool and a hot tub. Family-friendly amenities and a business centre are also available, and breakfast and Wi-Fi are free. Guests rate it 9.6 across more than 3,200 reviews, one of the highest scores in the Portugal listings.

I like Ninho Saloio for families who want a garden, a pool and breakfast handled, within reach of Lisbon but away from the city's pace. The outdoor pool and garden give children space on warm afternoons, breakfast is included, and some quarters have their own kitchen for simple dinners. It sits a short walk from Venda do Pinheiro's main avenue, with local shops and cafés close by.

I would book Villa Cerrado das Fontainhas for a family that wants a resort feel in the Loures countryside rather than a city hotel. The outdoor pool and spa fill the afternoons, the golf course on site suits a parent who plays, and some rooms have a kitchen for easy meals. Pets are welcome, the restaurant saves a drive at night, and free parking makes a car-based trip simple.

Upon Lisbon Prime Residences gives families what hotel rooms often lack: apartments with a kitchen and more space to spread out. Children have two pools to choose from, the rooftop infinity pool and an indoor pool for cooler days, and the property is listed as child-friendly. A restaurant and bar on site save evening outings, and free parking helps if you are driving. I would pick it for a family stay of several nights in Loures, with Lisbon reachable for day trips.

I would suggest Alvalade Palace to families who like a building with some history and a calm evening. It sits a few minutes' walk from Avenida Gago Coutinho and Avenida D. Rodrigo Cunha, so shops and restaurants such as O Beiral are close, and public transport reaches the airport and local sights. The Oceanário de Lisboa is a short taxi ride away. The listing names no pool or kids' facilities, so I would pick it for older children.

Olissippo Oriente is a four-star hotel in Loures with comfortable, kid-friendly accommodation and air conditioning. It has a restaurant, a bar and a café, and offers free Wi-Fi, room service and full-service laundry. Parking is available, and public transport links make it easy to reach Lisbon's attractions. Guests rate it 8.8 across more than 3,100 reviews. It works well for families and anyone who plans to use public transport into the city.

Ikonik Lisboa is a practical rather than playful choice for families. The rooms are minimalist and air-conditioned, breakfast is served in a colourful dining room, and there is an on-site restaurant for evenings when nobody wants to go far. The airport shuttle takes the stress out of arriving with luggage and children, and the accessible facilities help with buggies. There is no pool or kids' club in the listing, so I would plan days in Lisbon itself, reached by public transport.

Free parking, air-conditioned rooms and breakfast included make Pousada Queluz easy to manage with children, and the setting gives older kids a sense of history from the moment they arrive. The building was once the guard barracks of Queluz National Palace, which stands a minute's walk away, with the Retiro do Palácio garden about three minutes on foot. I would book it for families who enjoy palaces and gardens. Those wanting evening entertainment nearby should look elsewhere.

I would pick this four-star for a family that likes a routine: the fitness center with its sauna lets a parent train or rest while the others rest, and the sleek restaurant on site keeps dinner simple after a long day. Rooms have air conditioning and free Wi-Fi, which matters in summer. Public transport nearby makes the airport an easy trip. Guests rate it 8.8 across 1,282 reviews, a strong score for a comfortable, modern base.

I would book the Hotel Tivoli Oriente for a family that wants a pool day built into the trip. The indoor pool and hot tub work whatever the weather, and the full-service spa area gives parents something for themselves. The listing describes the hotel as kid-friendly, smoke-free and accessible, with free Wi-Fi, a fitness center and parking. Sleek rooms and suites, plus a casual restaurant and a cafe/bar, keep meals simple after a swim.

SANA Metropolitan is a contemporary four-star in Loures with a restaurant, a sleek café and bar, and an exercise room. Rooms are air-conditioned with free Wi-Fi, and the property has accessible facilities, which matters for guests with reduced mobility. Paid parking is available for those arriving by car. Guests rate it 8.6 across more than 4,300 reviews, and the nearby streets are within a short walk.

I would choose the Eurostars Universal for a family that wants a five-star hotel with real leisure facilities near the airport. It has an outdoor pool, a rooftop deck and a full-service spa with a hot tub, plus a restaurant, a bar and a fitness center. Free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle are included, and accessible rooms are available. Guests rate it 8.6 across 1,079 reviews.

Meliá Lisboa Oriente is a four-star hotel in Loures with snug rooms, a casual restaurant, a bar and meeting spaces. It has a spa and a fitness centre, is pet-friendly, and the rooms are air-conditioned with free Wi-Fi. Av. D. João II and Dote Parque das Nações are a short walk away. Guests rate it 8.6 across more than 3,100 reviews. The rooms are compact, so it suits short stays and business trips.

Moxy Lisboa Oriente is a short walk from Oriente station, which makes arriving with children and luggage straightforward and keeps the airport within easy reach. Rooms are minimalist, the lounge is lively, and the 24-hour snack shop covers hungry moments at any hour. A restaurant, a bar and a fitness centre complete the picture, and pets are accepted. The listing mentions no pool or children's facilities, so I would use it as a practical base for days out in Lisbon.

I would choose Santos Mattos Guesthouse and Apartments for a family that wants to cook and travel by public transport. The complex offers self-catering accommodation with a kitchen and free Wi-Fi, a minute's walk from Amadora station. The listing presents it as a base for Lisbon and Sintra, with local dining nearby. It does not list a pool or other extras, so I would pick it for the transport link and the kitchen. It is rated 8.6 from 24 reviews.

I would pick the VIP Executive Art's Hotel for a family that wants a bit of style without leaving practicality behind. The modern art throughout gives it more character than a standard business hotel, and the listing notes kid-friendly facilities, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi and room service. It is smoke-free and accessible, with full-service laundry, which helps on longer stays. Parking is paid, so I would plan for that if you arrive by car.

I would book Hotel Roma for a practical family stay in Loures rather than a showpiece. The rooms are air-conditioned, the building is smoke-free, and the listing highlights kid-friendly and accessible rooms, which helps with strollers or older relatives. A two-minute walk brings you to local places to eat near R. João Vilarett, and public transport is close for day trips toward Lisbon. The on-site restaurant and bar make dinner easy after a long day.

ibis Lisboa Parque das Nações is a bright, family-friendly three-star in Loures with airy rooms and suites, some with kitchens. There is a relaxed restaurant and a bar open 24 hours. Free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, parking and full-service laundry are available, and pets are welcome. Av. D. João II is close, and the Oceanário de Lisboa is a short taxi ride away. Guests rate it 8.4.

I would pick B&B HOTEL Lisboa Aeroporto for a family or pet owner with a flight at an awkward hour. The rooms are air-conditioned, Wi-Fi and breakfast are included in the listing, and parking is free, which keeps costs down. Pets are accepted, and a furnished terrace gives everyone somewhere to sit outside. It is a simple, no-frills stop rather than a holiday base, so I would plan sightseeing elsewhere.

Lutécia Smart Design Hotel is a contemporary, design-themed four-star in Loures with sleek rooms and suites. It has a restaurant, a bar and a 24-hour gym, and offers free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and an airport shuttle. The family-friendly property suits both leisure and business travellers. Guests rate it 8.4 across more than 3,000 reviews. The airport shuttle makes arrival and departure simple.

I would choose the Radisson Blu Hotel, Lisbon for a family whose trip starts or ends at the airport. The free airport shuttle removes a transfer headache, and the listing adds air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a fitness center and an on-site restaurant and bar. The hotel is smoke-free and accessible, and parking is available. It is a modern, consistent base, so I would not expect a boutique feel, but for a short family stop it makes logistics easy.

VIP Executive Santa Iria Hotel is an informal four-star in Loures with simple rooms, a relaxed restaurant and a terrace. Guests can use an outdoor pool, and air conditioning, Wi-Fi and parking are free. The hotel is family-friendly, with full-service laundry and room service available. Guests rate it 8 across more than 2,200 reviews. It suits travellers who want an easygoing base with a pool and free parking.

I would pick this three-star for a short family stop near the airport rather than a long holiday base. Rooms are clean and uncluttered, some with a balcony, and air conditioning plus free Wi-Fi make a late arrival easy. A bright bar, room service and parking cover the basics, and the hotel is accessible and smoke-free. Guests score it 7.6 across 1,096 reviews, which fits a practical, no-fuss overnight.

I would suggest this youth hostel to families on a tight budget who can live with simple rooms. It offers dorms and private rooms, free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking, with a coffee shop and restaurant on site. Public transport is close, and the airport and the Oceanário de Lisboa are a short taxi ride away. Guests rate it 7.6 across 1,029 reviews, which fits its plain, practical character.