Lisbon / The stay, beyond the listing
Rua 1º De Dezembro, 120
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A centrally located hotel with notably strong staff, breakfast and basic workspace evidence. The main tradeoffs are variable room size and condition, inconsistent sound insulation, no pool, a limited gym, mixed Wi-Fi feedback and date-sensitive value.
Worth checking: 4 of the 581 reviews in our sample contain a complaint about soundproofing between rooms. See the evidence
Published property photos · may not show current condition
Seen from USD 223 a night on sample dates
Strongest: Location and getting around 8.8, Staff and service 8.0, Breakfast and dining 8.0
Weakest: Pool 0.0, Gym 4.0, Sleep and noise 6.0
If it sounds right
We observed USD 223–451 a night on sample dates. Live prices move with the calendar.
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Well-finished interiors and substantial bathroom fittings are visible.
Guest evidence is mixed on room size, darkness, storage and maintenance.
Several guests praised comfort, cleanliness or views.
Multiple supplied reviews describe small or dark rooms, older decor, bathroom problems or uncomfortable pillows.
Some guests describe deluxe rooms as spacious, comfortable and well equipped.
Other evidence reports small rooms, unpleasant smells, darkness or worn decor.
Supplied images show a desk, chair, bed, windows and coffee facilities.
A supplied review reports small rooms and another reports darkness or limited storage.
One supplied review explicitly describes the suite as clean and spacious.
Another supplied review describes the room as very old; no suite-specific photographs establish the full layout.
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A closer look, on your terms
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Will you actually sleep here?
56 reviews about this · analyzed Oct 2026.
Sleep is possible, but noise and pillows make it less dependable than the comfortable beds and strong blackout curtains suggest.
Check before bookingGuests report street noise and weak sound insulation in some rooms.
Sleep is possible, but noise and pillows make it less dependable than the comfortable beds and strong blackout curtains suggest. Some guests report street noise and weak sound insulation, while pillow comfort is mixed. Light sleepers should request a quiet room.
Guests reporting this gave the whole stay 8/10 on average.
quiet
Bed comfortable
Bed was uncomfortable
A reasonably good but inconsistent sleep proposition: beds and blackout curtains receive positive guest comments, while pillow comfort and sound insulation have documented limitations. Recent complaints about street and inter-room noise reduce the overall score.
Evidence confidence: moderate. This is a model assessment, not a statistical probability. Limited or inconsistent sources reduce confidence.
What are the rooms actually like?
158 reviews about this · 41 photos available · analyzed Oct 2026. Limited evidence: treat this assessment as provisional.
Rooms are generally appealing, with praised views, comfortable beds and some spacious layouts. Bathrooms are more mixed, including an example of a shower door that would not close. Expect a pleasant room, but not flawless upkeep everywhere.
The room was spacious
Bed comfortable
Bed was uncomfortable
the door of the shower was damaged and could not close
Is it clean and well kept?
82 reviews about this · analyzed Oct 2026.
Rooms are usually clean, but the hotel does not always feel fresh or fully current.
Check before bookingSome supplied reviews report inadequate cleanliness, unpleasant smells, or leftover items.
Rooms are usually clean, but the hotel does not always feel fresh or fully current. Guests praise housekeeping, while some report dated decor, wear, smells or missed cleaning details. It suits travelers who value cleanliness more than a modern finish.
Guests reporting this gave the whole stay 7.75/10 on average.
Room was always cleaned impeccably
The decor is old and dated
Unpleasant smell in the room
6.8/10: Overall condition is mixed but generally serviceable. Cleanliness evidence is mostly positive, while maintenance and datedness evidence identifies concrete limitations: worn furniture and carpets, old décor, a torn bed-frame cover, and a leftover item under a bed. The evidence does not support a deterioration trend because the supplied material is not longitudinally comparable and retrieval is not representative.
Evidence confidence: moderate. This is a model assessment, not a statistical probability. Limited or inconsistent sources reduce confidence.
Do the staff fix things when they go wrong?
312 reviews about this · 3 photos available · analyzed Oct 2026.
Service is a clear strength, with friendly staff who often respond well when plans change or problems arise. Guests describe helpful early-arrival, luggage and late-checkout assistance, though check-in is not perfect every time. Choose it if attentive staff matter to you.
We arrived very early to enjoy Lisbon & staff were very accommodating- checking us in & storing our luggage
they managed to adjust the booking and let us stay 6h beyond the check-out time
Is breakfast worth booking?
181 reviews about this · 9 photos available · analyzed Oct 2026.
Breakfast is usually worth booking for its variety, quality and plentiful buffet.
Check before bookingSome supplied guests considered breakfast ordinary, limited in variety, or poor.
Breakfast is usually worth booking for its variety, quality and plentiful buffet. Some guests find it ordinary or poor, and restaurant and bar service can be inconsistent, with value concerns at times. It is a good convenience, especially if you enjoy rooftop dining and views.
The breakfast was excellent with plenty of choice
Free coffee and drinks in the room
poor breakfast
Only a minor point - need to book the rooftop bar even if you’re a guest
Evidence confidence: higher. This is a model assessment, not a statistical probability. Limited or inconsistent sources reduce confidence.
Is the pool as good as the photos?
2 reviews about this · 1 photos available · analyzed Oct 2026.
There is no swimming pool; the rooftop is a sun deck with loungers and umbrellas.
Check before bookingNo swimming pool is documented.
There is no swimming pool; the rooftop is a sun deck with loungers and umbrellas. Pool seekers should look elsewhere, while a rooftop place to relax may still appeal.
Only minor downside no pool
Scored 0 because the supplied evidence explicitly identifies the hotel as having no pool and the corpus records two pool complaints, including the absence of one. The rooftop sun deck should not be treated as a swimming facility.
Evidence confidence: higher. This is a model assessment, not a statistical probability. Limited or inconsistent sources reduce confidence.
How well placed is it, really?
42 reviews about this · analyzed Oct 2026.
The location is excellent for exploring Lisbon on foot, with major sights, shops, restaurants and public transport close by.
Check before bookingNearby late-night venues may create noise risk, but guest noise evidence is limited.
The location is excellent for exploring Lisbon on foot, with major sights, shops, restaurants and public transport close by. The central setting can mean late-night noise, and some guests find ride-hailing less convenient. It is especially strong for sightseeing without a car.
Everything was within walking distance
Right across from the train station from where you can go to Sintra
but it was sometimes annoying to order an uber or a bolt
Overall location quality is clearly strong because supplied guests repeatedly describe a central, convenient, walkable setting, and nearby data confirms dense access to transit, food, shopping and essentials. The score is moderated by one immediate-surroundings concern and possible nightlife noise; prevalence and actual noise impact are not established.
Evidence confidence: moderate. This is a model assessment, not a statistical probability. Limited or inconsistent sources reduce confidence.
Can you work or take calls from the room?
2 reviews about this · analyzed Oct 2026.
Wi-Fi is adequate on paper but not reliably strong enough to assume smooth remote work.
Check before bookingWi-Fi reliability concerns are documented in supplied reviews.
Wi-Fi is adequate on paper but not reliably strong enough to assume smooth remote work. Some guests describe it as slow or needing improvement, and room-by-room coverage is unclear. Casual browsing is safer than depending on it for important calls.
Slow wifi
6/10: Internet is listed as available, but the supplied guest evidence includes both a request to improve Wi-Fi and a report of slow Wi-Fi. There are no speed tests, coverage measurements, outage records, or direct video-call observations.
Evidence confidence: higher. This is a model assessment, not a statistical probability. Limited or inconsistent sources reduce confidence.
Is the desk usable for a working day?
3 reviews about this · 3 photos available · analyzed Oct 2026. Limited evidence: treat this assessment as provisional.
The rooms provide a usable-looking desk suitable for ordinary laptop work.
Check before bookingDesk dimensions, nearby outlets, monitor suitability, and ergonomic quality are not established.
The rooms provide a usable-looking desk suitable for ordinary laptop work. Evidence is limited on outlets, ergonomics and all-day comfort, and Wi-Fi concerns could be the bigger obstacle. It works better for occasional tasks than a demanding workday.
Slow wifi
7/10: the supplied photographs consistently show a dedicated, apparently substantial desk and chair, supporting a clearly good basic workspace. The score is limited because desk dimensions, outlets, monitor suitability, and real-world comfort are not documented. Marketing photography may be staged and cannot establish cleanliness, wear, crowding, or sustained usability.
Evidence confidence: moderate. This is a model assessment, not a statistical probability. Limited or inconsistent sources reduce confidence.
Is there anywhere to train?
7 reviews about this · 1 photos available · analyzed Oct 2026.
There is a gym, but it is small and modestly equipped rather than a serious training space.
Check before bookingGuest feedback describes the gym as small.
There is a gym, but it is small and modestly equipped rather than a serious training space. Guests mention limited room and missing equipment such as a barbell. It is fine for a quick basic workout, not for comprehensive strength training.
The gym was too small for me
Ordinary-to-limited overall: the gym exists and visibly includes cardio equipment, but multiple supplied reviews describe it as small, tiny, or modestly equipped. The corpus statistic records seven detected gym complaints and no detected praise, while the retrieved material is not prevalence-representative.
Evidence confidence: higher. This is a model assessment, not a statistical probability. Limited or inconsistent sources reduce confidence.
Is it worth the money?
11 reviews about this · analyzed Oct 2026.
Value is mixed: some guests consider the hotel good value, while others find it overpriced. The central location, service and breakfast help justify the rate, but dated rooms and inconsistent facilities can weaken the deal. Compare prices carefully if you expect a polished luxury experience.
Good value for money
Overpriced
Patterns in the reviews we analyzed
Patterns from 581 analyzed reviews. Use them to ask better questions: review counts are not a prediction of your stay, and text interpretation can miss nuance.
4 of 581 reviews contain a complaint about this.
4 of 5 classified opinions about this were negative — 80% of these opinions. 4 of those are from the last 730 days. 5 of 581 reviews mention it at all.
Reasons guests were glad they booked
292 reviewers praised it, 10 complained · 97% of opinions positive
We arrived very early to enjoy Lisbon & staff were very accommodating- checking us in & storing our luggage
109 reviewers praised it, 10 complained · 92% of opinions positive
The breakfast was excellent with plenty of choice
108 reviewers praised it, 4 complained · 96% of opinions positive
Lovely building with amazing views from the bar/ restaurant
83 reviewers praised it, 9 complained · 90% of opinions positive
beautiful rooftop bar and restaurant with outdoor seating
68 reviewers praised it, 5 complained · 93% of opinions positive
Room was always cleaned impeccably
Get a feel for the neighbourhood
32 mapped places sit within a five-minute walk. Distances are straight-line, converted to walking time at 80 m per minute with a 25% detour allowance.
We have no confirmed rail or metro station in this map sample. Check the public-transport places below and verify the route to your destinations.
Within 500 m: Lisboa Bar (3 min), Friends Bairro Alto (5 min), Bar Cubano (5 min), Miami Vice (5 min). Late-night venues this close are worth knowing about if you are a light sleeper.
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Observations for specific dates, not a quote
These are historical observations, not live availability. Room types, occupancy, taxes and cancellation rules may differ between samples. Check the final total with the provider.
USD 223–451per night on sampled dates · historical observations
Good value when: Likely better during the lower observed-rate dates, especially when guests prioritize the central location, breakfast, rooftop setting, and service.
Poor value when: More questionable at the highest observed rate, or when room condition, small room size, breakfast, or service falls below five-star expectations.
Short answers
9 of 581 reviews mention noise. Of the 9 reviewers mentioning it, 2 described a problem and 7 described it positively. These are counts of the collected reviews, not all guests. Separately, 2 reviews mention construction or roadworks nearby, 2 of them in the last two years, most recently 2025-07-10.
Jump to the detail32 mapped places sit within a five-minute walk. No rail or metro station was identified in the mapped data. Check public transport and practical routes before booking. 22 reviewers praise how much is walkable from the door.
Jump to the detail119 reviews mention breakfast. 109 described it positively and 10 described a problem.
Jump to the detailIt scores 0.0/10 here. 2 reviews mention the pool, 2 of them as a complaint. Scored 0 because the supplied evidence explicitly identifies the hotel as having no pool and the corpus records two pool complaints, including the absence of one. The rooftop sun deck should not be treated as a swimming facility.
Jump to the detailRates we observed for the listed sample dates ran USD 223 to USD 451 a night, with a midpoint around USD 265. Prices move with dates and room type.
Jump to the detailPool-focused holidays; Serious gym users; Noise-sensitive sleepers without room-selection flexibility; Travelers requiring consistently spacious, modern rooms.
Jump to the detailWorking while you stay
Reviewed coworking spaces and work-friendly cafés within 3 km in a straight line. Check the actual journey, opening hours and any day-pass or laptop rules before you go.
Coworking space · 540 m away · LodgeLens rating 6.1/10
SoHome looks worth considering for a garden-oriented working day, but only after receiving a clear confirmation that you can enter.
Read the review →Coworking space · 920 m away · LodgeLens rating 6.7/10
Giraldo Works deserves a trial rather than an unconditional booking for a call-heavy working month.
Read the review →Coworking space · 970 m away · LodgeLens rating 7.7/10
A credible choice for a focused Lisbon working day or a longer professional base, particularly if comfortable surroundings and organized member activities matter more than a constantly sociable hot-desk floor.
Read the review →Same neighbourhood, different stay
Hotels we have analysed within about 1.5 km in a straight line. Compare the trade-offs before you choose.
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A stylish, generally comfortable city hotel with an excellent walkable location, strong cleanliness evidence, good beds and reliable-looking Wi-Fi.
Read the review →300 m away · strongest: cleanliness and condition 8.7/10
A polished, central hotel with especially strong staff, cleanliness, breakfast and walkability.
Read the review →330 m away · strongest: location and getting around 8.8/10
A centrally located hotel with strong beds, breakfast, staff and generally good rooms, but uneven bathrooms and maintenance.
Read the review →390 m away · strongest: location and getting around 8.7/10
A centrally located hotel with attractive, generally comfortable rooms and often helpful staff.
Read the review →Compare what matters to your stay
These comparisons use hotels in our analyzed collection. Follow a hotel’s review to check its trade-offs and source coverage.
Pool scores 8.2/10 in our analysis, compared with 0.0/10 here.
Pool: 8.2/10 · 18 reviews about this
Trade-off: Serious gym users
Read the supporting evidence →Pool scores 8.2/10 in our analysis, compared with 0.0/10 here.
Pool: 8.2/10 · 100 reviews about this
Trade-off: Light sleepers who need dependable sound insulation
Read the supporting evidence →Pool scores 8.0/10 in our analysis, compared with 0.0/10 here.
Pool: 8.0/10 · 131 reviews about this
Trade-off: Light sleepers sensitive to transmitted noise.
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What supports this review
581 reviews analyzed across 8 languages. Latest guest review: October 2026. 342 reviews from the last 12 months. Analysis: October 2026. How our analysis works
Sample dates: Mar 2025–Oct 2026. Average stay rating 9.4/10, normalized across sources. The latest 12 months average +0.1 points versus the full sample; changing guests and sources can affect this.
Our sample is not every review or every stay. Missing evidence does not establish that a facility is absent or a problem is resolved.