Costa do Castelo 120, Lisbon, Portugal | 351 21 882 0190
Historic property sits beside Castelo de Sao Jorge
Location offers easy access to the city center’s attractions
Rooms have minibars, flat-screen TVs, and city views; some come with terraces
Suites offer living rooms for additional space
Traditional breakfast lounge and a bar on-site
Guests can use the computer and printer in the business center
On-site parking for a limited number of guests
Business services and currency exchange available
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Location is gritty with graffiti
Steep hilltop location with uneven cobblestone streets can be difficult for some to navigate
No gym or full restaurant
Bathrooms are small and bland
The historic Hotel Olissippo Castelo is an attractive 24-room property beside the 11th-century Castelo de Sao Jorge on the cobblestone streets of Alfama, Lisbon’s oldest district. It’s a gritty hilltop location with graffiti, steep hills, and stairs that lead directly to the city center’s sights, restaurants, and shops. Traditionally decorated rooms and suites have flat-screen TVs, tea kettles, minibars, and city views; some have terraces or balconies. There’s an eight-space parking garage, business center, bar, and breakfast room, but no on-site restaurant for lunch or dinner service.
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Scene
Historic hotel has classic interior designs.
Situated amid weathered cobblestone streets with graffiti-tagged walls, the Hotel Olissippo Castelo is a lovely 1890-built property that appeals to travelers -- mostly couples -- who have an appreciation for the area. There’s an undeniable charm in the slightly decaying building facades that are spray-painted and feature hanging laundry over wrought-iron balconies and flower boxes fixed on windows. With a quaint pink exterior, the hotel has two glass front doors that lead into the lobby. Comfortable sofas and chairs are in a small reception area beside the breakfast lounge and bar. Classic in design, hallways feature blue carpeting, wood details, and lounge space that’s traditional -- bordering on dated.
Location
On the highest hill in Lisbon, beside the Castelo de Sao Jorge
Located in Alfama, Lisbon’s oldest district, the hotel’s surroundings have a lot of character. Vendors selling churros, cafes, and restaurants can be found along narrow cobblestone streets that are tagged with graffiti. The gritty area is on a hilltop near the 11th-century Castelo de Sao Jorge. The city center can be reached via steep steps, trams, funicular trains, or elevators. The hotel is between the Martim Moniz and Rossio subway stations. Most sights are in walking distance, including the Baixa/Chiado area with the Santa Justa Lift that connects to the Barrio Alto. The National Pantheon and Lisbon Cathedral are also in walking distance. It’s a 15-minute walk to the Praca Do Comercio. The Belem Tower and Jeronimos Monastery are a 20-minute car ride from the hotel. It’s 15 minutes by car to the Lisbon Portela Airport.
Rooms
Classic rooms have traditional furnishings and Lisbon city views. Many come with terraces or balconies.
Rooms are classically decorated in striped wallpaper and come with two-poster beds, checkered carpeting, wall moldings, and comfy chairs. Mirror panes on closets look like French doors. Standard Rooms are spread out over all four floors. Superior Rooms are on the second and third floors with furnished balconies or terraces that overlook the city. Junior Suites are on the third and fourth floors and Suites are located on the first and second floors. Suites are more stylish than rooms and feature living rooms, and many also have balconies or terraces. ADA accessible rooms are available. Most rooms have flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, bathrobes and slippers, safes, minibars, writing desks, tea kettles, and free packaged biscuits. Standard bathrooms offer bidets, shower/tub combos, and hairdryers.
Features
Traditional breakfast room, a bar, business center, private parking, and front desk service
Space is limited at the upscale Hotel Olissippo Castelo, but the common areas are welcoming and cozy. Wooden floors and recessed ceiling designs in the traditional bar and breakfast lounge in the lobby create a homey atmosphere. There’s a buffet spread on a countertop and sofas in a corner. Through the reception area are wooden doors that lead into the business center, where there’s a PC computer, printer, and books. Four parking spaces are offered on-site. The 24-hour front desk provides business services, currency exchange, and free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.
