Family stay in Lisbon
#1
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Family stay in Lisbon
First visit from east coast (US) to Europe in early July. We're planning on doing 5 days in Lisbon then flying to Naples and want to do 5 days in Sorrento. Family of 4, 2 adults and 2 kids (3 & 10). I'm sitting on a bit of Marriott points (Platinum Elite status) as well as Hilton points (Diamond status & HGVC). Finding a room is a bit of a challenge for the 4 of us as we'd like to stay in the city within walking distance of major attractions. With a toddler and being our 1st trip, would prefer to stay in a hotel, vs Airbnb or an apartment, and not venture too far. I tentatively booked 2 rooms at the Lisbon Marriott as most only allow 2 per room and I know upgrades aren't guaranteed. Looking for any suggestions on best way to proceed. Are we better off to forego the "5th night free" when using points? What's recommended as a central location to stay? Not trying to see everything at once but would like to see a few of the touristy areas and the beach. Don't mind taking the train but really trying to avoid renting a car.
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The Lisbon Marriott is in a really bad location far away from everything.
From the marriott family look into:
Altis Belm
The Sheraton
Memmo Principe Real (right in the center)
Fontecruz Lisboa (right in the center)
For Hilton look at the DoubleTree - good location close to the Sheraton.
From the marriott family look into:
Altis Belm
The Sheraton
Memmo Principe Real (right in the center)
Fontecruz Lisboa (right in the center)
For Hilton look at the DoubleTree - good location close to the Sheraton.
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Just FYI - bad location for the Marriott = far away from everything. That part of town is ok, but there's NOTHING to around there, the city center is far away and the nearest metro stop is a bit of a walk away.
Last edited by Palal; Jan 31, 2019 at 2:47 am
#5
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That's exactly what we're looking for, to be able to walk from the hotel to some sights around town.
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Will post a review when we get back.
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by the way, many hotels say no more than 2 people but they mean adults or older kids
I would check with the hotel but many will allow 2 adults with 2 young kids using existing bedding
the difficult part is finding a hotel with 2 double beds vs one larger bed or 2 twins.
I assume that you will not leave the two kids alone in a room unless they are adjoining rooms.
why not just bring 2 very thin sleeping bags and let them "camp" on the floor while you are on vacation.
I would check with the hotel but many will allow 2 adults with 2 young kids using existing bedding
the difficult part is finding a hotel with 2 double beds vs one larger bed or 2 twins.
I assume that you will not leave the two kids alone in a room unless they are adjoining rooms.
why not just bring 2 very thin sleeping bags and let them "camp" on the floor while you are on vacation.
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by the way, many hotels say no more than 2 people but they mean adults or older kids
I would check with the hotel but many will allow 2 adults with 2 young kids using existing bedding
the difficult part is finding a hotel with 2 double beds vs one larger bed or 2 twins.
I assume that you will not leave the two kids alone in a room unless they are adjoining rooms.
why not just bring 2 very thin sleeping bags and let them "camp" on the floor while you are on vacation.
I would check with the hotel but many will allow 2 adults with 2 young kids using existing bedding
the difficult part is finding a hotel with 2 double beds vs one larger bed or 2 twins.
I assume that you will not leave the two kids alone in a room unless they are adjoining rooms.
why not just bring 2 very thin sleeping bags and let them "camp" on the floor while you are on vacation.
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by the way, many hotels say no more than 2 people but they mean adults or older kids
I would check with the hotel but many will allow 2 adults with 2 young kids using existing bedding
the difficult part is finding a hotel with 2 double beds vs one larger bed or 2 twins.
I assume that you will not leave the two kids alone in a room unless they are adjoining rooms.
why not just bring 2 very thin sleeping bags and let them "camp" on the floor while you are on vacation.
I would check with the hotel but many will allow 2 adults with 2 young kids using existing bedding
the difficult part is finding a hotel with 2 double beds vs one larger bed or 2 twins.
I assume that you will not leave the two kids alone in a room unless they are adjoining rooms.
why not just bring 2 very thin sleeping bags and let them "camp" on the floor while you are on vacation.
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For those mentioning the Fontecruz, it's a nice hotel in a good location, but I probably wouldn't recommend it for a family. It's a trendy, kind of weird hotel, IMO geared toward young singles and couples. It wouldn't be offensive or unsuitable for children, just might not be the vibe you want for a family vacation.
I think Palal's list is otherwise a good one.
I think Palal's list is otherwise a good one.