The new home away from home hotel that should be on your radar.

Locke, the lifestyle aparthotel brand, is all set to extend its footprint into Portugal with the inauguration of its newest property, Locke da Santa Joana, in Lisbon. This sixteenth addition to the Locke family, located at the heart of the city and within walking distance of Avenida da Liberdade, comprises 370 units including fully equipped studio apartments, penthouses, and suites, each exquisitely designed to cater to the specific needs of modern travellers.

Locke firmly believes that travel should not come at the cost of losing the comforts of home, and their signature studio apartments are a testament to that philosophy. These units come with all the modern amenities one would expect, including fully fitted kitchens and spacious living and working areas that afford guests a degree of autonomy that is rare in typical hotel rooms. With this, Locke aims to inspire and connect travellers by creating spaces that are both mindful in design and foster social interaction through locally-led cultural programmes, exciting food and drink concepts that celebrate the character and social fabric of each locality, and social spaces that allow for co-working, events, and meetings.

The project at Locke da Santa Joana is the largest the brand has undertaken thus far and comprises not just the apartment units but also a range of exciting social spaces that include 10 new food and beverage outlets, a co-working space, event and meeting spaces, a museum, and an exquisite outdoor pool with a sun terrace. Acclaimed design studios Lázaro Rosa-Violán and Post Company have collaborated to transform this historic 17th-century convent into a contemporary, purpose-built hotel, paying careful attention to integrating the old and the new while retaining the site's distinct character.

Every aspect of the design of the public areas, overseen by Lázaro Rosa-Violán, has been carefully thought out to draw inspiration from the site's layered history, with each space retaining its unique identity. Post Company has designed each unit to combine contemporary comforts with historic architectural fragments, in natural tones and tactile materials that evoke the essence of Portugal. The use of local fabrics, ceramics, and stone finishes add to the charm of each room, and bespoke furniture and fully equipped kitchens provide a nod to the building's heritage.

Locke da Santa Joana is set to become a cultural hotspot for both travellers and locals, with its impressive food and beverage offering that includes multiple venues on site, serving fresh local produce, accompanied by music and culture. The co-working spaces allow guests to strike the perfect balance between work and play, and the external courtyard pool and lounge spaces are sure to become the most coveted areas to unwind and enjoy the warm climate of the city in comfort and style.

For more information, please visit: www.lockeliving.com/en