Lisbon?
#16
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Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: NYC
Posts: 6,407
No love for the FS? I'm leaning towards the IC, as it seem a reasonable location and I can get an executive suite (69 sq m) with a "sea" view and breakfast for about €300/night.
The Lapa seems too far. FS and IC are close to some sights and near a metro stop. Some other alternatives lack views or room size.
We plan to do a day trip to Sintra, but want to stay in Lisbon.
The Lapa seems too far. FS and IC are close to some sights and near a metro stop. Some other alternatives lack views or room size.
We plan to do a day trip to Sintra, but want to stay in Lisbon.
#17
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Join Date: Feb 1999
Location: Seat 1A, Juice pretty much everywhere, Mucci des Coins Exotiques
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It's a very nice hotel and like I said the service is just a bit better than the IC. But I think the IC is a better choice when you consider the value for what you get.
I had a drink at the Elephant bar at the IC and the service was very nice and personal. Also it has good spectator seats by the window. I then walked across the street to the FS bar and had several waiters come up to me and offer newspapers, snacks and a top up on my drink. The drink cost double what I paid at the IC, but it was worth it. It's up to you to decide, but I prefer to pay for a room the IC and enjoy the bar at the FS.
I had a drink at the Elephant bar at the IC and the service was very nice and personal. Also it has good spectator seats by the window. I then walked across the street to the FS bar and had several waiters come up to me and offer newspapers, snacks and a top up on my drink. The drink cost double what I paid at the IC, but it was worth it. It's up to you to decide, but I prefer to pay for a room the IC and enjoy the bar at the FS.
#18
Join Date: Apr 2004
Location: CHI - LIS
Programs: UA GS
Posts: 449
The Bairro Alto is has a stellar location, right on the border between Bairro Alto and Chiado. Great shopping, eating, nightlife, options at your doorstep. Plus the Baixo/Chiado metro is right across the street. Tied with Hotel do Chiado for best rooftop bar in the city.
It is an intimate historic property that lacks a Four Seasons buffet breakfast and pool, for instance. They are very good with LHW/Leader's Club or Virtuoso benefits, and I generally end up in a suite or premium room.
I'd never think of staying anywhere else in Lisbon.
#19
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Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: NYC
Posts: 6,407
I second the Bairro Alto Hotel. Many big name four/five star hotels are in a charmless area far from the city center and most touristic activities.
The Bairro Alto is has a stellar location, right on the border between Bairro Alto and Chiado. Great shopping, eating, nightlife, options at your doorstep. Plus the Baixo/Chiado metro is right across the street. Tied with Hotel do Chiado for best rooftop bar in the city.
The Bairro Alto is has a stellar location, right on the border between Bairro Alto and Chiado. Great shopping, eating, nightlife, options at your doorstep. Plus the Baixo/Chiado metro is right across the street. Tied with Hotel do Chiado for best rooftop bar in the city.
#20
Join Date: Apr 2004
Location: CHI - LIS
Programs: UA GS
Posts: 449
Since you never previously enumerated a list of priorities nor mentioned price sensitivity, it was difficult to provide truly personalized advice.
As a frequent traveler to Lisbon, my recommendation of the Bairro Alto Hotel stands for other interested forum readers.
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#24
Join Date: Oct 2001
Location: SW WA
Posts: 3,876
Does anyone have any thoughts on the Valverde? We are also looking at Lisbon hotels. My husband is concerned that the IC is a bit far out. Bairro Alto sounds a bit too trendy/loud for us (a number of reviews on TA note loud parties and events happening there at all hours of the night).
#25
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also any recent stays at Palacio Belmonte? seem to recall a few comments here
for properties with a lot of events, can ask about what is booked and occupancy
for properties with a lot of events, can ask about what is booked and occupancy
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#28
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Here there and everywhere
Posts: 6,303
Agree that Nigel Franklyn did a great job with the Spa, but the hotel still needs tons of work in the public areas and rooms. Good service, though.
#29
How about these two properties in Lisbon...
http://www.portobay.com/en/hotels/po...bay-liberdade/
and
http://www.nauhotels.com/index.php/e...-do-governador
Cheers & Safe Travels. ^
http://www.portobay.com/en/hotels/po...bay-liberdade/
and
http://www.nauhotels.com/index.php/e...-do-governador
Cheers & Safe Travels. ^
#30
How about these two properties in Lisbon...
http://www.portobay.com/en/hotels/po...bay-liberdade/
and
http://www.nauhotels.com/index.php/e...-do-governador
Cheers & Safe Travels. ^
http://www.portobay.com/en/hotels/po...bay-liberdade/
and
http://www.nauhotels.com/index.php/e...-do-governador
Cheers & Safe Travels. ^