Housing

Whether you're seeking a cosy apartment in the heart of Lisbon or a villa overlooking the Algarve coast, this Bulletin will equip you with information to navigate the Portuguese rental market.

In Portugal, smaller holiday rental properties such as villas, apartments, rooms and guest houses, are classed as ‘Local Lodging’, or ‘Alojamento local’ (AL), under the legislation governing Tourist Rental properties. Here we outline the rules and regulations for such properties.