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Lisbon / The stay, beyond the listing
Rua Laura Alves 9
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A practical, well-connected hotel with a strong gym, usable desks and generally friendly staff, but inconsistent room condition, sleep quality, maintenance and service reliability. The main tradeoff is convenience and facilities versus dated interiors and documented operational risks.
Worth checking: 19 of the 615 reviews in our sample contain a complaint about noise. See the evidence
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Seen from USD 114 a night on sample dates
Strongest: Gym 8.0, Location and getting around 7.5, Staff and service 6.5
Weakest: Pool 4.0, Sleep and noise 5.0, Cleanliness and condition 5.2
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We observed USD 114–176 a night on sample dates. Live prices move with the calendar.
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Room size evidence is mixed, with supplied reviews describing both small and spacious rooms.
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Will you actually sleep here?
111 reviews about this · analyzed Oct 2026.
Sleep is mixed: beds are often comfortable, but noise is the main risk.
Check before bookingReviews document noise from neighbouring rooms, lifts, corridors, ventilation, aircraft and trains.
Sleep is mixed: beds are often comfortable, but noise is the main risk. Guests report sounds from neighbours, corridors, lifts, aircraft, trains and ventilation, while pillows divide opinion. Light sleepers should request a quiet room away from likely noise sources.
Those who complained rated the whole stay 6.22/10 on average.
Those who complained rated the whole stay 6/10 on average.
Calm and quiet
the hotel is under the flight path and planes are really loud from 6 am to 11 PM
Also there was construction work going on in the morning which we were not made aware of at check-in
Evidence confidence: moderate. This is a model assessment, not a statistical probability. Limited or inconsistent sources reduce confidence.
What are the rooms actually like?
142 reviews about this · 73 photos available · analyzed Oct 2026.
Guests rate this 7.9 (city average 8.2); our evidence assessment is 6.0. These use different methods and samples; the detail below explains our assessment.
Rooms are generally spacious and usable, but they feel inconsistent rather than reliably polished. Guests praise large, comfortable beds and occasional views, while others mention cramped rooms, dated bathrooms and uncomfortable pillows. They suit travellers who value space more than a modern finish.






The room was very spacious
Bed was extremely comfortable and huge
room was cramped for 3 people
The pillows were awful for such a hotel
Is it clean and well kept?
160 reviews about this · analyzed Oct 2026.
Guests rate this 8.6 (city average 8.5); our evidence assessment is 5.2. These use different methods and samples; the detail below explains our assessment.
Cleanliness is acceptable overall, but the hotel’s age and uneven upkeep hold it back.
Check before bookingEvidence includes recent complaints about dirty rooms, odors, pests, and housekeeping misses.
Cleanliness is acceptable overall, but the hotel’s age and uneven upkeep hold it back. Guests describe clean rooms, yet some report missed housekeeping, smells, pests and worn or damaged fixtures. Choose it for location and practicality, not a consistently fresh, contemporary feel.
Guests reporting this gave the whole stay 7.24/10 on average.
Those who complained rated the whole stay 5.77/10 on average.
very clean and fresh
The room was not cleaned properly
also curtains are broken-it is a pity that these things are not replaced
5.2/10. Overall condition is constrained by strong, recent evidence of dated and worn rooms, while cleanliness itself is often praised. Odor, plumbing, and pest complaints add severity. The score is not a prevalence estimate; it reflects the documented range of experiences and the conflict between clean rooms and inadequate physical upkeep.
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?
245 reviews about this · 22 photos available · analyzed Oct 2026.
Guests rate this 8.7 (city average 8.3); our evidence assessment is 6.5. These use different methods and samples; the detail below explains our assessment.
Staff are usually friendly and helpful, but fixing problems and handling arrival can be inconsistent. Guests praise the team’s attitude, while some report long queues, rude interactions or less effective problem solving. It is a better fit if warm service matters more to you than seamless efficiency.






Staff were very friendly and helpful
Check in/out was fast and simple
Rude staff
and long line to check-in
Is breakfast worth booking?
239 reviews about this · 101 photos available · analyzed Oct 2026.
Breakfast is decent but not a sure-fire reason to book.
Check before bookingSome supplied reviews report limited or repetitive choices, cold food, poor coffee and crowding.
Breakfast is decent but not a sure-fire reason to book. The buffet can offer a broad spread of fruit, breads, pastries and hot dishes, though guests also report repetitive choices, cold food, poor coffee and crowding. It suits guests who want convenience, but compare the price before adding it.






The breakfast had a very wide selection of food
Coffee is great!
Breakfast is very limited and same everyday
The coffee from the machine was not good
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?
1 review about this · 1 photos available · analyzed Oct 2026. Limited evidence: treat this assessment as provisional. Confidence is low because the available sources are limited or inconsistent.
Guests rate this 8.1 (city average 7.8); our evidence assessment is 4.0. These use different methods and samples; the detail below explains our assessment.
The pool is the weakest-supported facility and may not live up to the photos. The available evidence offers little positive guest detail, so expectations should stay modest. Prioritise this hotel for its rooms or location rather than for pool time.

How well placed is it, really?
78 reviews about this · analyzed Oct 2026. Limited evidence: treat this assessment as provisional. Confidence is low because the available sources are limited or inconsistent.
The location is a genuine strength, with metro and bus links within walking distance and taxis outside the hotel. Guests find it convenient for getting around, though it is not especially quiet and central sights may require transport. It works well for visitors who value easy connections over staying in the historic centre.
Well situated at 5 minutes walk from Campo Pequeño where you have access to several bus lines and metro
bus and metro within walking distance)
We were overcharged by the taxi driver that took us from the airport
This is the only hotel during the entire trip (Spain+Portugal) that the entry has only stairs (unsafe either
Can you work or take calls from the room?
6 reviews about this · analyzed Oct 2026.
Wi-Fi is workable for many stays, but reliability is not guaranteed.
Check before bookingTwo stored-corpus reviews are classified as Wi‑Fi complaints; one recent supplied review states, “WiFi is not working.”
Wi-Fi is workable for many stays, but reliability is not guaranteed. Guests describe it as fast and dependable, while others report that it did not work, and there are no measured speeds to confirm video-call performance. It is fine for light work, but bring a backup if connectivity is essential.
The Wi-Fi was also fast and reliable throughout our stay
WiFi is not working
Evidence confidence: moderate. This is a model assessment, not a statistical probability. Limited or inconsistent sources reduce confidence.
Is the desk usable for a working day?
8 reviews about this · 31 photos available · analyzed Oct 2026.
The room desk is usable for short work sessions, but it is not a proven full-day workstation.
Check before bookingDesk dimensions are not established by the supplied evidence.
The room desk is usable for short work sessions, but it is not a proven full-day workstation. Rooms include desks and chairs with nearby natural light, yet size, ergonomics and power access are unclear, and some rooms feel small. Occasional remote work should be fine; demanding workdays may be less comfortable.






The Wi-Fi was also fast and reliable throughout our stay
WiFi is not working
A dedicated desk and chair are visibly present in multiple supplied guest-room images, supporting a functional workspace. The score is moderated because desk size, outlet access, chair ergonomics and actual working comfort are not consistently established; the corpus also records one desk/workspace complaint among two detected mentions.
Evidence confidence: moderate. This is a model assessment, not a statistical probability. Limited or inconsistent sources reduce confidence.
Is there anywhere to train?
16 reviews about this · 13 photos available · analyzed Oct 2026.
The gym is a strong point, with an unusually broad range of cardio, weights and resistance equipment.
Check before bookingThe gym is repeatedly described as small or cramped.
The gym is a strong point, with an unusually broad range of cardio, weights and resistance equipment. Guests describe it as functional and well equipped, although the space is small and can feel cramped. It suits serious trainers better than anyone expecting a spacious fitness club.






The gym/fitness center had an unusually large range of free weights: dumbbells from 1 kg to 40 kg
Evidence confidence: higher. This is a model assessment, not a statistical probability. Limited or inconsistent sources reduce confidence.
Is it worth the money?
35 reviews about this · analyzed Oct 2026.
Guests rate this 8.2 (city average 8.0); our evidence assessment is 6.5. These use different methods and samples; the detail below explains our assessment.
Value is reasonable, but it depends on how much you care about the hotel’s dated condition and inconsistent room experience. Guests praise the price for what they receive, while others find it too expensive for the upkeep. It is most appealing when the rate is competitive and location matters.
Great value for money
Too expensive for what you get
Patterns in the reviews we analyzed
Patterns from 615 analyzed reviews. Use them to ask better questions: review counts are not a prediction of your stay, and text interpretation can miss nuance.
19 of 615 reviews contain a complaint about this.
19 of 28 classified opinions about this were negative — 68% of these opinions. 17 of those are from the last 730 days. 28 of 615 reviews mention it at all.
the hotel is under the flight path and planes are really loud from 6 am to 11 PM
You might not want to stay on the inner court side where the ventilation is noisy
Noise from other rooms
13 of 615 reviews contain a complaint about this.
13 of 18 classified opinions about this were negative — 72% of these opinions. 13 of those are from the last 730 days. 18 of 615 reviews mention it at all.
From the second day onwards there was this awful smell of sewage in the lobby
The were smoking rooms on our floor so you could smell the cigarettes through the air vents
in the bathroom there is a bad smell and it is visible that no repairs or changes to the furniture or sink have been done for years
9 of 615 reviews contain a complaint about this.
9 of 11 classified opinions about this were negative — 82% of these opinions. 9 of those are from the last 730 days. 13 of 615 reviews mention it at all.
Also there was construction work going on in the morning which we were not made aware of at check-in
understand they are going through a refurbishment at the moment
5 of 615 reviews contain a complaint about this.
5 of 5 classified opinions about this were negative — 100% of these opinions. 5 of those are from the last 730 days. 5 of 615 reviews mention it at all.
Cockroaches in the room
3 of 615 reviews contain a complaint about this.
3 of 4 classified opinions about this were negative — 75% of these opinions. 3 of those are from the last 730 days. 4 of 615 reviews mention it at all.
Soundproofing could definitely be improved
Reasons guests were glad they booked
198 reviewers praised it, 35 complained · 85% of opinions positive
Staff were very friendly and helpful
155 reviewers praised it, 53 complained · 75% of opinions positive
The breakfast had a very wide selection of food
110 reviewers praised it, 14 complained · 89% of opinions positive
very clean and fresh
43 reviewers praised it, 4 complained · 92% of opinions positive
Well situated at 5 minutes walk from Campo Pequeño where you have access to several bus lines and metro
26 reviewers praised it, 10 complained · 72% of opinions positive
The room was very spacious
Get a feel for the neighbourhood
24 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: Nova Pequim (6 min), Sagres Campo Pequeno (6 min), Tauromaquia viva (7 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
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USD 114–176per night on sampled dates · historical observations
Good value when: Likely strongest on lower-priced dates, especially when parking or breakfast is included and the room meets expectations.
Poor value when: Risk is higher on expensive dates or when paying separately for dining, parking, upgrades, early check-in, or other services; room condition and service limitations may reduce perceived value.
Short answers
28 of 615 reviews mention noise. Of the 28 reviewers mentioning it, 19 described a problem and 9 described it positively. These are counts of the collected reviews, not all guests. Separately, 13 reviews mention construction or roadworks nearby, 11 of them in the last two years, most recently 2026-09-25.
Jump to the detail13 collected reviews mention construction, roadworks or building work, first on 2023-02-14 and most recently on 2026-09-25. 9 described it as a complaint. This historical evidence does not establish whether work is continuing today.
Jump to the detail24 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. 14 reviewers praise how much is walkable from the door.
Jump to the detail217 reviews mention breakfast. 155 described it positively and 53 described a problem.
Jump to the detailOnly 6 of 615 reviews mention it at all, 2 of them as a complaint — thin evidence either way, which is itself worth knowing if you need to work.
Jump to the detailIt scores 4.0/10 here. 1 reviews mention the pool, 1 of them as a complaint.
Jump to the detailRates we observed for the listed sample dates ran USD 114 to USD 176 a night, with a midpoint around USD 137. Prices move with dates and room type.
Jump to the detailLight sleepers or guests highly sensitive to aircraft, corridor or mechanical noise; Travelers expecting consistently modern, polished rooms; Guests requiring dependable air conditioning, maintenance and rapid service; Travelers seeking a large pool or serious lap-swimming facility.
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 · 930 m away · LodgeLens rating 6.4/10
Shortlist São Sebastião for its social atmosphere, rooftop and metro-adjacent location, but test the actual shared workspace before committing to a month.
Read the review →Coworking space · 1.7 km away · LodgeLens rating 5.2/10
Consider Nimbler Marquês de Pombal for a trial lounge day before committing to a month, particularly if welcoming staff and some social contact matter more than guaranteed silence.
Read the review →Coworking space · 1.8 km away · LodgeLens rating 8.1/10
Kübe is a strong shortlist option for a remote worker who wants concentration without giving up opportunities to meet people.
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.
550 m away · strongest: location and getting around 8.0/10
A practical, transport-oriented hotel with generally clean and comfortable rooms, friendly staff, and useful nearby amenities.
Read the review →770 m away · strongest: price and value 8.2/10
Spacious, well-equipped apartments with strong workspace, transport access, connectivity, and generally friendly service.
Read the review →830 m away · strongest: breakfast and dining 7.6/10
A practical, generally comfortable hotel with spacious rooms, strong transport access, varied breakfast and mostly positive service feedback.
Read the review →950 m away · strongest: working from the room 8.0/10
A well-located hotel with spacious rooms, a strong desk setup, friendly service and generally good breakfast, but with meaningful tradeoffs: variable noise, dated and uneven room maintenance, unreliable Wi-Fi, and absent leisure facilities.
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.
Sleep and noise scores 9.0/10 in our analysis, compared with 5.0/10 here.
Sleep and noise: 9.0/10 · 11 reviews about this
Trade-off: Remote workers needing a verified ergonomic workspace and dependable video-call connectivity
Read the supporting evidence →Cleanliness and condition scores 9.0/10 in our analysis, compared with 5.2/10 here.
Cleanliness and condition: 9.0/10 · 39 reviews about this
Trade-off: Light sleepers who require reliably quiet surroundings.
Read the supporting evidence →Cleanliness and condition scores 8.7/10 in our analysis, compared with 5.2/10 here.
Cleanliness and condition: 8.7/10 · 153 reviews about this
Trade-off: Travelers needing a reliably large room or substantial storage
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What supports this review
615 reviews analyzed across 8 languages. Latest guest review: October 2026. 284 reviews from the last 12 months. Analysis: October 2026. How our analysis works
Sample dates: Feb 2023–Oct 2026. Average stay rating 8.0/10, 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.