Alecrim ao Chiado - Once Upon a House — destination wedding venue in 1200-015 Lisboa, Portugal
Hotel

Alecrim ao Chiado - Once Upon a House

1200-015 Lisboa, Portugal, Portugal20150 guests$$$
Type:Hotel
Capacity:20150 guests
Budget:$$$
Airport:Humberto Delgado Lisbon Airport (LIS), 20-30 minutes

Located on Lisbon's historic Alecrim street, this boutique hotel offers couples a ready-made venue with on-site accommodations, eliminating the logistics nightmare of coordinating separate locations. The property operates as both ceremony and reception space with built-in guest housing, meaning your attendees can celebrate without worrying about transportation back to their hotels. With a 4.7 Google rating, it delivers proven hospitality infrastructure for 20-150 guests.

Highlights

  • On-site hotel accommodations eliminate guest transportation logistics
  • Operates as full-service wedding venue with ceremony and reception spaces
  • Located in Chiado neighborhood, Lisbon's cultural heart with historic architecture dating to the 18th century
  • 4.7/5 Google rating from verified guests
  • Boutique capacity ranges from intimate 20-person gatherings to 150-guest celebrations

Quick facts

Capacity20150 guests
Venue typeHotel
Price range$$$
LocationPortugal
Nearest airportLIS

Plan your wedding at Alecrim ao Chiado - Once Upon a House

Getting there

Humberto Delgado Lisbon Airport (LIS)

20-30 minutes to venue

Taxi/Uber

€15-25

20-30 minutes · Direct ride from airport to R. do Alecrim 73

Hotel Transfer Service

Varies by quote

20-30 minutes · Pre-arranged through venue (confirm availability)

Public Transit

€1.50-3.00

45-60 minutes · Bus/metro combination via Oriente Station, then metro to Chiado stop

Rental Car

€40-80/day rental

20-30 minutes driving · Available from airport, though Chiado has limited parking; not recommended for wedding day

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

Contact venue for pricing

Reception (per guest)

€50-150+ (varies by menu/season)

Accommodation (per night)

€100-250+ per room (boutique hotel rates)

Estimated total

€8,000-30,000+ depending on guest count (20-150), season, and package selections

Boutique properties in Chiado command premium pricing. Estimate includes 2-night minimum stay for most guests (Friday arrival, Sunday departure). Request detailed quotes by season and guest count directly from the venue.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday

16:00-20:00Guest arrival and check-in at hotel; welcome dinner or informal gathering

Saturday

09:00-11:00Bride/groom preparations; guest breakfast
15:00Ceremony
16:00-17:00Cocktail hour and photos in Chiado neighborhood
19:00-23:00Reception dinner and dancing

Sunday

10:00-12:00Farewell brunch; guest checkout

This is a sample itinerary. Your wedding weekend can be fully customized.

Frequently asked questions

Can guests stay at the venue?
Yes. Alecrim ao Chiado operates as a hotel, so wedding guests can book rooms on-site, simplifying logistics and extending the celebration.
What's included in the ceremony and reception?
Contact the venue directly at http://onceuponahouse-alecrim.pt/ for detailed package information, as offerings vary by season and guest count.
How accessible is the venue from Lisbon's main airport?
Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) is approximately 7-9km away. Most guests use taxi, ride-share, or pre-arranged transfers (typically 20-30 minutes depending on traffic).
What's the neighborhood like?
Chiado is Lisbon's bohemian quarter with galleries, bookstores, restaurants, and historic sites. Guests have immediate walkable access to cultural attractions.

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