Wedding at Pestana Palace, Lisbon’s Most Elegant Address
When you're planning your wedding in Lisbon, you deserve a venue that makes your heart skip a beat. Pestana Palace Lisboa isn't just another hotel—it's a 19th-century palace where history, elegance, and natural beauty come together to create something truly extraordinary.
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A Genuine 19th-Century Palace
We're talking about a genuine palace here, not just a beautiful building that calls itself one. The Pestana Palace Lisboa stands as a member of "The Leading Hotels of the World," and when you walk through its doors, you'll understand why. The four royal suites were once home to marquesses, and that sense of aristocratic grandeur flows through every corner of this remarkable property.
The gardens alone are worth the visit—many of the plants and trees carry the distinguished title of "National Monuments." Yes, you read that right. Your wedding photos will feature flora that's officially part of Portugal's heritage. How many venues can offer you that?
Minutes From Belém's Iconic Landmarks
Nestled in one of Lisbon's most prestigious areas, you're minutes away from the Tower of Belém, Jerónimos Monastery, and the Belém Cultural Centre. Your guests will have plenty to explore before and after your celebration, and the views of the Tagus River and the iconic Ponte 25 de Abril bridge provide a backdrop that's undeniably romantic.
As Silvia and Álvaro shared about their wedding day: "We chose Lisbon because we love the city and then we found Pestana Palace, which just ticked all our boxes, not just the palace itself, but its location with amazing views of the Ponte 25 de Abril and the Tagus River below."
Over 20 Different Spaces to Choose From
Here's what we love about Pestana Palace—you're not locked into one look or feel. With over 20 different event spaces ranging from intimate salons to grand ballrooms, you can craft the day exactly as you envision it.
Trinity and Elijah celebrated their August 2024 wedding at the palace and told us:
The staff were wonderful, the room where we had our dinner felt incredibly dreamy and romantic, and the lush courtyards and elegant rooms made for magical photos and memories!
Karen and Wyman told us:
The wedding venue was absolutely stunning and we fell in love with it as soon as we toured it. We really wanted to take advantage of the outside space, and there were so many different parts of the garden that we were able to utilize. Using different spaces for our ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner and reception was really cool and provided our guests with a really unique experience. The grounds themselves are breathtaking and we wanted decor that aligned with that beauty.
Here's a complete look at what's available:
| Space | Maximum Capacity |
|---|---|
| Belém | 630 people |
| Belém I | 300 people |
| Belém II | 210 people |
| Belém Foyer | 150 people |
| Office Belém | 10 people |
| Ajuda | 320 people |
| Ajuda I | 115 people |
| Ajuda II | 80 people |
| Ajuda III | 80 people |
| Ajuda I + II | 200 people |
| Ajuda II + III | 160 people |
| Ajuda Jardim | 320 people |
| Ajuda Foyer | 200 people |
| Wine Boutique | 8 people |
| Santa Catarina | 20 people |
| Casa do Lago | 60 people |
| Valle Flôr West Wing | 150 people |
| Valle Flôr East Wing | 150 people |
| Valle Flôr Foyer | 36 people |
| Valle Flôr (Exclusive) | 320 people |
| Renasçensa | 30 people |
| Sala Luís XVI | 60 people |
| Sala Luís XV | 60 people |
| Correio Mor | 40 people |
| Independência | 40 people |
| São Bento | 25 people |
| Janelas Verdes | 25 people |
| Galveias | 40 people |
| Bemposta | 6 people |
| Fronteira | 40 people |
| Laranjeiras | 15 people |
| Foyer Beau Séjour | 50 people |
| Jardim Francês | 80 people |
With capacity options ranging from intimate 6-person gatherings in the Bemposta room to grand celebrations of 630 in the full Belém space, you're truly in control of your guest list and atmosphere. Need a ceremony space? A cocktail area? A dinner venue? A late-night party room? You can have all of these in different areas of the property, creating a journey through the palace that your guests will never forget.
Everything You Need is Already Here
When we say the Pestana Palace takes care of everything, we mean it. You'll have access to:
- Two swimming pools (one heated indoor pool at 82°F, plus an outdoor option)
- A full-service spa for pre-wedding pampering
- Professional event staff dedicated to your celebration
- Multiple configuration options for ceremonies, cocktails, and receptions
- On-site accommodations for you and your guests
Brittney and Luis specifically mentioned how customizable their experience was:
What made it so perfect for us was how customizable everything was: we tailored the ceremony in the garden, the cocktail hour outdoors, and the dinner and reception in the greenhouse exactly how we envisioned. Every detail felt personal, making it truly our fairytale day.
Isabel and Marcos described their wedding as unfolding
in an environment that felt inherently royal, a flawless blend of historical luxury and unforgettable splendor.
From Classic Elegance to All-Night Dance Parties
You might want classic elegance with a seated dinner in one of the palace's formal rooms. Or perhaps you're envisioning a lively celebration with dancing under the stars in the gardens. Tori and Alex shared:
We chose the Pestana Palace in Lisbon because we wanted a destination that felt both lively and luxurious, and the palace—a space full of character yet dripping in opulence—was perfect. Throwing a party here was a dream come true. Every detail, from the handwritten vows we exchanged that left not a dry eye in the house to our first back-to-back DJ set as husband to kick off a night of a packed dance floor was designed to create a non-stop celebration of our love for music and for life. A muy boa noite indeed.
That's the magic of Pestana Palace—it molds to your personality rather than forcing you into a cookie-cutter wedding format.
Those Gardens Deserve Their Own Mention
Let's talk about these gardens for a moment. They're not just pretty—they're one of the palace's defining features. Winding paths lead you past centuries-old trees, manicured lawns, and quiet corners perfect for stealing a private moment with your partner on your wedding day.
Silvia and Álvaro mentioned this as one of their favorite aspects:
The palace has so many different salons and quiet spaces that we could really be ourselves and enjoy. A couple of our favourite moments were champagne on the balcony overlooking the palace stables and the bridge, and then our couple portrait session in the stable courtyard.
When you choose Pestana Palace Lisboa, you're not just booking a venue—you're creating an experience. You're giving yourselves and your guests the gift of celebrating in a place where history lives, where gardens tell stories, and where every detail reflects the significance of your commitment to each other.
Your wedding deserves to be more than nice. It deserves to be magnificent. And at Pestana Palace Lisboa, magnificent is simply what they do.
