Portugal

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SETTLING INTO LISBON
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WHERE TO STAY
18th- and 19th-century bric-a-brac. The public rooms boast inlaid chests, coats of armor,
carved ecclesiastical figures, and ornate ceramics. The former monks’ dining hall has
deep-set windows, large niches for antiques, and—best of all—French-Portuguese cuisine.
Rua das Janelas Verdes 32, 1200-691 Lisboa. & 21/396-24-35. Fax 21/397-27-93. www.yorkhouselisboa.
com. 32 units. 60€–300€ double. AE, DC, MC, V. Parking nearby 10€. Bus: 27, 40, 49, 54, or 60. Amenities:
Restaurant; bar; babysitting; room service. In room: A/C, TV, hair dryer, free Wi-Fi.
Inexpensive
Casa de São Mamede Built in the 1800s as a private villa for the count of
Coruche, this building lies behind the botanical gardens—it’s an oasis of tranquillity in
an otherwise noisy city. Managed today by the Marquês family, it became a hotel back in
1945. Although renovated, the high-ceilinged rooms retain an aura of their original
slightly dowdy, somewhat frayed charm. All units are well kept and contain private bathrooms
with tub/shower combinations. Breakfast is served in a sunny second-floor dining
room decorated with antique tiles.
Rua da Escola Politécnica 159, 1250-100 Lisboa. & 21/396-31-66. Fax 21/395-18-96. www.casadesao
mamede.com. 28 units. 90€–120€ double; 140€ triple. Rates include continental breakfast. AE, MC, V. No
parking available at the hotel. Tram: 24. Bus: 22, 49, or 58. In room: A/C, TV.
Dom Carlos Liberty This establishment lies near Avenida da Liberdade on a
busy corner. It doesn’t deserve a spectacular rating, but it’s a decent place to spend the
night. Built in the late 1960s, it’s recommended for families because the management
will add an extra bed to any room for 30€ to 35€. The guest rooms are small and nicely
laid out, each with a built-in chestnut headboard, bed lights, a tiled bathroom and even
a valet stand. The modest-size reception lounges are on three levels, connected by wide
marble steps.
Rua Alexandre Herculano 13, 1150-005 Lisboa. & 21/317-35-70. Fax 21/317-35-74. www.domcarlos
liberty.com. 49 units. 138€–245€ double. Rates include buffet breakfast. Parking nearby 11€. AE, DC, MC,
V. Metro: Marquês de Pombal. Bus: 1, 36, 44, or 45. Amenities: Bar; babysitting; exercise room; free Wi-Fi
in lobby. In room: A/C, TV, hair dryer, minibar.
Hotel Jorge V The Jorge V is a neat little hotel with a 1960s design. It boasts a choice
location a block off the noisy Avenida da Liberdade. Its facade contains rows of balconies
roomy enough for guests to have breakfast or afternoon refreshments. A tiny elevator
runs to a variety of aging rooms, which aren’t generous in size but are comfortable; all
have small tile bathrooms. A highlight is the regional-style combination bar and breakfast
room.
Rua Mouzinho da Silveira 3, 1250-165 Lisboa. & 21/356-25-25. Fax 21/315-03-19. www.hoteljorgev.
com. 49 units. 79€–111€ double; 110€–135€ suite. Rates include continental breakfast. AE, DC, MC, V. Free
parking. Metro: Avenida or Marquês de Pombal. Amenities: Bar; room service. In room: A/C, TV, hair dryer,
minibar.
Hotel Miraparque Miraparque lies on a secluded, quiet street opposite Edward VII
Park. The small guest rooms haven’t been called modern since the 1960s, but are well
maintained. The hotel is a little worn but still recommendable because of its central location
and low prices. The wood-paneled lounges are furnished in simulated brown leather.
Av. Sidónio Pais 12, 1050-214 Lisboa. & 21/352-42-86. Fax 21/357-89-20. www.miraparque.com. 100
units. 65€–100€ double; 95€–125€ triple. Rates include buffet breakfast. AE, DC, MC, V. Parking (in nearby
lot) 15€. Metro: Parque. Bus: 91. Amenities: Restaurant; bar; babysitting; room service. In room: A/C, TV,
hair dryer, minibar, Wi-Fi (2€ per hour).