Lisbon / The stay, beyond the listing
Av. José Malhoa, 8
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A facilities-strong hotel with good breakfast, gym, workspace, transport access and generally comfortable room layouts. The main tradeoffs are inconsistent room condition, documented bathroom and housekeeping problems, meaningful aircraft and building-noise risk, and variable service. The pool is absent.
Worth checking: 25 of the 521 reviews in our sample contain a complaint about noise. See the evidence
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Seen from USD 139 a night on sample dates
Strongest: Breakfast and dining 8.0, Wi-Fi 8.0, Gym 8.0
Weakest: Pool 0.0, Sleep and noise 4.5, Price and value 6.0
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We observed USD 139–221 a night on sample dates. Live prices move with the calendar.
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Several supplied room images show a desk, chairs, large beds and substantial floor space.
Reported room sizes vary from tiny to spacious.
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Supplied reviews describe suites as large, with multiple bathrooms in one case.
Suite condition is not consistent across supplied reviews.
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Will you actually sleep here?
101 reviews about this · analyzed Oct 2026.
Sleep is a real weak spot: aircraft, traffic, ventilation and neighbouring-room noise can all intrude, while beds and pillows divide opinion.
Check before bookingAircraft, traffic, ventilation, and neighboring-room noise are documented sleep risks.
Sleep is a real weak spot: aircraft, traffic, ventilation and neighbouring-room noise can all intrude, while beds and pillows divide opinion. Some rooms are quiet and well isolated, but light sleepers should request a quiet room and avoid assuming the bedding will suit them.
Guests reporting this gave the whole stay 7/10 on average.
very quiet no appreciable noise from other guests/bedrooms
bed super comfortable
The ventilation system in the room is also exceptionally noisy (like an AC unit in a cheap motel) and seemed to have insufficient cooling
Should have a better soundproof
Sleep prospects are mixed. Bedding receives both positive and negative reports, while noise has several concrete failure modes: aircraft, traffic, ventilation, and neighboring rooms. Some guests report quiet rooms and effective insulation, so the score is reduced but not very low.
Evidence confidence: moderate. This is a model assessment, not a statistical probability. Limited or inconsistent sources reduce confidence.
What are the rooms actually like?
115 reviews about this · 11 photos available · analyzed Oct 2026.
Guests rate this 8.4 (city average 8.2); our evidence assessment is 6.4. These use different methods and samples; the detail below explains our assessment.
The rooms are reasonably spacious and can have comfortable beds, but the overall experience is uneven. Bathrooms attract recurring criticism, and pillow comfort ranges from fine to decidedly uncomfortable. They suit guests prioritising space and location over a consistently polished room.
spacious room
bed super comfortable
Tiny
The pillows are horribly uncomfortable
Is it clean and well kept?
130 reviews about this · analyzed Oct 2026.
Guests rate this 9.4 (city average 8.5); our evidence assessment is 6.1. These use different methods and samples; the detail below explains our assessment.
Cleanliness and upkeep are inconsistent rather than reliably strong.
Check before bookingSupplied reviews document stains, mold, dust, insects, inadequate cleaning, odors, and maintenance defects.
Cleanliness and upkeep are inconsistent rather than reliably strong. Many guests find the rooms clean, but others report mould, stains, dust, odours and worn or faulty fixtures, especially in bathrooms. Inspect your room on arrival if condition matters.
Guests reporting this gave the whole stay 6.82/10 on average.
Guests reporting this gave the whole stay 7.88/10 on average.
Guests reporting this gave the whole stay 7.75/10 on average.
Very clean
Found a hair stuck on the wall (bathroom) which made me challenge the cleaning in general
The bathtub in my room was cracked (although it had been resealed) and the carpet had some stains
Overall condition is ordinary rather than clearly good: common areas present well and many guests report clean rooms, but recent and older supplied reviews document inconsistent housekeeping, room wear, mold or damp, stains, pests, and maintenance defects. The evidence supports a mixed-condition assessment, not a definitive property-wide failure.
Evidence confidence: higher. This is a model assessment, not a statistical probability. Limited or inconsistent sources reduce confidence.
Do the staff fix things when they go wrong?
207 reviews about this · 8 photos available · analyzed Oct 2026.
Guests rate this 8.9 (city average 8.3); our evidence assessment is 6.2. These use different methods and samples; the detail below explains our assessment.
Staff are often friendly and helpful, but problem-solving is less dependable. Guests praise individual employees and occasional early check-in, while others describe poor check-in experiences or slow responses when something goes wrong. It is a better fit if you can tolerate some service variation.
I need to shout our Ricardo he was so so helpful and kind
The hotel gave me an early check in which was very nice of them
I particularly disliked a staff member entering my room in the middle of the night
Location Staff at check in where miserable Staff at breakfast where more interested in talking to each other
Is breakfast worth booking?
285 reviews about this · 20 photos available · analyzed Oct 2026.
Breakfast is one of the hotel's stronger points, with guests often describing it as varied, tasty and substantial, and the dining spaces as pleasant.
Check before bookingSome supplied reviews report cold or limited coffee and reduced breakfast variety.
Breakfast is one of the hotel's stronger points, with guests often describing it as varied, tasty and substantial, and the dining spaces as pleasant. Coffee and choice can disappoint at times, particularly when the restaurant is busy. It is worth considering if the price is reasonable for your booking.
Breakfast excellent and dining room staff charming and efficient Ditto bar
Beautiful bar and restaurant areas
unpleasant experience: in 2025 breakfast used to be more diverse compared to 2026 and included infused water and sparkling wines
Room 709 - coffee machine didn’t work
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?
19 reviews about this · analyzed Oct 2026.
There is no documented swimming pool, so the pool photos or listing may mislead you.
Check before bookingNo swimming pool is documented; supplied reviews explicitly mention its absence.
There is no documented swimming pool, so the pool photos or listing may mislead you. The facilities evidence points instead to a jacuzzi, sauna and spa. Choose this hotel for those amenities only if a pool is not essential.
has gym (limited equipment) sauna and pool
Hotel: No pool
0/10: no swimming pool is documented in the supplied hotel facilities, and multiple supplied reviews explicitly say a pool was missing. The jacuzzi and spa are separate facilities. This score reflects absence, not poor water quality or maintenance.
Evidence confidence: higher. This is a model assessment, not a statistical probability. Limited or inconsistent sources reduce confidence.
How well placed is it, really?
71 reviews about this · analyzed Oct 2026.
The location is convenient for transport and everyday essentials, with cafés, shops and Sete Rios connections within walking distance.
Check before bookingThe hotel is outside the historic centre and some guests describe it as isolated or inconvenient.
The location is convenient for transport and everyday essentials, with cafés, shops and Sete Rios connections within walking distance. It is outside Lisbon's historic centre, and the walk to metro or central sights may feel inconvenient to some. It suits travellers who value access and a quieter base over being in the middle of the old town.
A quick 6 min walk away leads you to the Pingo Doce market and some of the most delicious foods from Mafarrico
Very close to a couple of Metro stops and Sete Rios station
need to walk about 10-15 mins
a little away from metro (10min walk)
Overall location is clearly usable and supported by nearby daily amenities and public transport, but it is not central to Lisbon’s tourist core. The mixed guest evidence supports a good, not exceptional, score.
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?
8 reviews about this · analyzed Oct 2026.
Wi-Fi is generally a strong point, with guests describing it as fast and reliable in the room.
Check before bookingTwo corpus-detected complaints are recorded, so reliability is not fully established.
Wi-Fi is generally a strong point, with guests describing it as fast and reliable in the room. Video-call performance and exact speeds are not established, so remote workers with demanding calls should keep a backup option.
Wifi was very strong in the room
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?
9 reviews about this · 1 photos available · analyzed Oct 2026.
The room has a dedicated desk that appears suitable for a laptop, and the internet is generally praised.
Check before bookingThe desk's dimensions, outlet access, monitor suitability, and chair ergonomics are not established.
The room has a dedicated desk that appears suitable for a laptop, and the internet is generally praised. The chair, outlets and ergonomics are not well established, so it is better for occasional work than a guaranteed comfortable full workday.
Wifi was very strong in the room
A dedicated desk and chair are clearly visible in two supplied room photographs, supporting a good but not exceptional workspace assessment. The surface appears laptop-usable, but its dimensions, power access, monitor suitability, and ergonomic quality are unverified. The corpus provides one positive workspace mention, but this is a detected lower bound rather than prevalence evidence.
Evidence confidence: moderate. This is a model assessment, not a statistical probability. Limited or inconsistent sources reduce confidence.
Is there anywhere to train?
26 reviews about this · 4 photos available · analyzed Oct 2026.
The gym is notably good by hotel standards, with cardio equipment, weights, benches and space for varied training.
Check before bookingOne supplied review describes limited equipment.
The gym is notably good by hotel standards, with cardio equipment, weights, benches and space for varied training. Some guests report limited or faulty equipment, and heavier kettlebells are lacking. It should satisfy most casual and strength-focused hotel workouts.
The gym is brilliant compared to hotel standards: well equipped with useful kit
8/10: The gym appears unusually substantial for a hotel, with visible cardio, free weights, benches, racks and usable open floor space. Supplied guest feedback is strongly positive, including praise for equipment range and space, but the score is held below the top tier by reports of limited equipment, some equipment being out of order, and a request for heavier kettlebells.
Evidence confidence: higher. This is a model assessment, not a statistical probability. Limited or inconsistent sources reduce confidence.
Is it worth the money?
29 reviews about this · analyzed Oct 2026.
Guests rate this 8.6 (city average 8.0); our evidence assessment is 6.0. These use different methods and samples; the detail below explains our assessment.
Value is mixed, with some guests calling the hotel overpriced for what it offers. The location, breakfast, gym and occasional strong service help justify the rate, but uneven room condition and sleep quality weaken the case. Compare prices carefully rather than assuming the facilities make it a bargain.
Meal at lunch was good value for money and well presented
Overpriced for what it offers
Patterns in the reviews we analyzed
Patterns from 521 analyzed reviews. Use them to ask better questions: review counts are not a prediction of your stay, and text interpretation can miss nuance.
25 of 521 reviews contain a complaint about this.
25 of 44 classified opinions about this were negative — 57% of these opinions. 25 of those are from the last 730 days. 44 of 521 reviews mention it at all.
The ventilation system in the room is also exceptionally noisy (like an AC unit in a cheap motel) and seemed to have insufficient cooling
We could hear the noise of traffic from our room
Unfortunately the room with a view of the street was very noisy
11 of 521 reviews contain a complaint about this.
11 of 11 classified opinions about this were negative — 100% of these opinions. 11 of those are from the last 730 days. 11 of 521 reviews mention it at all.
Too much mould in the bathroom between tiles
Mold in bathroom
The only thing I would recommend is the odor in the bathrooms
5 of 521 reviews contain a complaint about this.
5 of 9 classified opinions about this were negative — 56% of these opinions. 5 of those are from the last 730 days. 9 of 521 reviews mention it at all.
Should have a better soundproof
4 of 521 reviews contain a complaint about this.
4 of 4 classified opinions about this were negative — 100% of these opinions. 4 of those are from the last 730 days. 4 of 521 reviews mention it at all.
bidet didn’t drain water
And the shower was leaking onto the floor
Reasons guests were glad they booked
206 reviewers praised it, 30 complained · 87% of opinions positive
Breakfast excellent and dining room staff charming and efficient Ditto bar
155 reviewers praised it, 40 complained · 80% of opinions positive
I need to shout our Ricardo he was so so helpful and kind
95 reviewers praised it, 22 complained · 81% of opinions positive
Very clean
49 reviewers praised it, 9 complained · 85% of opinions positive
Beautiful bar and restaurant areas
24 reviewers praised it, 2 complained · 92% of opinions positive
The gym is brilliant compared to hotel standards: well equipped with useful kit
Get a feel for the neighbourhood
26 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.
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Observations for specific dates, not a quote
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USD 139–221per night on sampled dates · historical observations
Good value when: Lower-rate dates, when breakfast, room comfort, and facilities are included or priced reasonably.
Poor value when: Peak-season stays or bookings with paid parking, costly transfers, or rooms whose condition does not match the rate.
Short answers
44 of 521 reviews mention noise. Of the 44 reviewers mentioning it, 25 described a problem and 19 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 2025-10-31.
Jump to the detail26 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. 12 reviewers praise how much is walkable from the door.
Jump to the detail241 reviews mention breakfast. 206 described it positively and 30 described a problem.
Jump to the detailOnly 8 of 521 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 0.0/10 here. 19 reviews mention the pool, 9 of them as a complaint. 0/10: no swimming pool is documented in the supplied hotel facilities, and multiple supplied reviews explicitly say a pool was missing. The jacuzzi and spa are separate facilities. This score reflects absence, not poor water quality or maintenance.
Jump to the detailRates we observed for the listed sample dates ran USD 139 to USD 221 a night, with a midpoint around USD 174. Prices move with dates and room type.
Jump to the detailLight sleepers highly sensitive to aircraft, traffic or mechanical noise.; Travelers requiring a swimming pool.; Guests expecting consistently modern, fully maintained rooms or highly reliable problem resolution..
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 · 940 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 7.8/10
Business Networking Lounge looks strongest for a conventional weekday of concentrated work, rather than as a proven all-hours or heavily programmed coworking club.
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.
Under 100 m away · strongest: location and getting around 7.5/10
A practical, transit-accessible stay with a good desk, generally well-regarded staff and breakfast, but meaningful uncertainty around renovation noise, room compactness, maintenance and sleep quality.
Read the review →240 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 →950 m away · strongest: staff and service 8.0/10
A practical, service-oriented hotel with spacious rooms, good breakfast and a useful gym, but meaningful tradeoffs in sleep quality, dated condition, connectivity and the absence of a pool.
Read the review →1.2 km away · strongest: gym 8.0/10
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.
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
521 reviews analyzed across 8 languages. Latest guest review: October 2026. 371 reviews from the last 12 months. Analysis: October 2026. How our analysis works
Sample dates: Aug 2010–Oct 2026. Average stay rating 8.5/10, 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.