Rua Castilho 6 12, Lisbon, Portugal | (618) 248-8274
In a central
location near public transportation
Chic rooms with minibars,
rain showers with massage jets, and bathrobes
Modern restaurant serving Portuguese and international cuisine
Bar with patio seating
Fitness center with hand
weights, a handful of machines, and a sauna
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Hilltop location makes for a steep climb
Fee for street parking
Glass bathroom doors compromise privacy
No drawers and few hangers provided in rooms
Eurostars Das Letras is an upscale chain hotel
located within a short walk of Avenida da Liberdade, a street known for high-end
shopping. But the hotel is on a hill, making it a steep climb for anyone traveling
on foot. The 107 rooms are sleek with minibars, modern showers, and free Wi-Fi. Some guests find that the glass bathroom
doors compromise privacy. The hotel has a fitness center with a handful of equipment, and a sauna. It also has a restaurant and bar with an outdoor seating
area. Travelers may want to compare rates with the upscale Lisboa Carmo Hotel, which has a restaurant serving alfresco tapas in a cobblestone square.
Scene
Upscale hotel with posh common spaces
Eurostars Das Letras hosts a mix of business and leisure travelers in a modern
building on a tree-lined street. Right inside the lobby, an eye-catching structure made of strings of cascading glass bubbles makes for a dramatic focal point. The chic seating area comprises tufted
purple benches, gray and silvery couches, and gothic-style black chairs. A buffet breakfast is served in the restaurant, a small
modern space with marble floors and wood-paneled walls, which looks out on the
bar’s patio.
Location
Hilltop location near shopping and public transportation
Eurostars
Das Letras is in a central location within a five-minute walk of Avenida da Liberdade, home to luxury brand
shops like Chanel and Versace. The hotel sits on a steep hill, making it a
difficult walk for guests carrying luggage. It’s around a 10-minute car ride to Principe Real
and Bairro Alto, lively tourist destinations with restaurants and nightlife. There
are two metro stations within walking distance, putting the airport within a
40-minute commute on public transportation, and sightseeing destinations like Praca do Comercio, St. George’s Castle, and the Alfama neighborhood within a 20-minute ride.
Rooms
Modern rooms with minibars and free Wi-Fi
Rooms are modern
with hardwood floors, light-gray walls, and minimal decor. Furnishings include
wooden desks, striped floor-length curtains, and book-inspired artwork hanging
over the beds. All rooms have wall-mounted flat-screen TVs, coffee- and tea-making facilities,
minibars, bathrobes, and free Wi-Fi. Bathrooms are modern, but some guests find the
glass doors and modern multi-jet showers more of a challenge than an
asset. Smoking rooms are available.
Features
Restaurant, bar with patio, and fitness center
The hotel has a restaurant on-site that serves breakfast, as well as Portuguese and international fare. There’s also a small bar with
outdoor seating on a patio. A fitness center with hand weights, a
resistance machine, an elliptical machine, and a sauna gives multiple ways for guests to break a sweat. There are four meeting
rooms available for private events plus a business center with two
laptops.