🇵🇹 Lisbon, Portugal
Johnny's place
📍 18F, Calçada da Graça, Lisbon
tu estancia — Johnny's place
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La propiedad — Johnny's place
Johnny's Place is a straightforward three-star guesthouse in the Baixa district; think clean tiles, a modest continental breakfast, and a receptionist who'll hand you a local map unasked. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a central base near Rossio station without the frills—you're paying for location and honesty, not marble or minibars.
Crónicas de Lisbon
Lisbon has stood on the Tagus estuary since the Phoenicians, later fortified by the Romans and Moors before becoming the launchpad for Portugal's Age of Discovery. The 1755 earthquake levelled most of the lower city, rebuilt in the orderly grid of Baixa Pombalina—wide streets and glazed façades designed to sway with tremors. Today, faded azulejos and yellow trams clatter past pastelarias, while tech start-ups and gentrification push into Alfama's alleys. The city holds its melancholic fado close but still pulses with light, tile and fresh grilled sardines.
El mejor momento para visitar
Guía completa de Lisbon →Los mejores meses
May, June and September: long warm days, clear skies, and fewer crowds than July/August. The city feels alive but not suffocating.
Peak / Festival Surge
July–August: school holidays and the Feast of Santo António (12–13 June, spillover into June) bring street parties, grilled sardines, and higher hotel rates. Expect Johnnys' prices near double shoulder-season rates.
La temporada del hombro
Late March–April and October: hotel rates drop 30-40%, crowds thin, and the weather still often pleasant—just pack layers for the odd rain shower or chill evening.
Tiempo y embalaje
Lisbon can be deceptively cool in the shade even in summer, thanks to Atlantic breezes. Pack a light jacket or cardigan for evenings; never rely solely on shorts and t-shirts.
Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Lisbon
- The tram 28 route is still popular but now runs a reservation system in peak hours—book a slot or walk instead.
- The city expanded its pedestrian zone in the Chiado-Baixa area in 2025, making it easier to walk between Johnny's and the waterfront.
- Lisbon's tourist tax increased to €2 per night in early 2026; check if it's included in your booking.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Johnny's place, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 5–10, facing the interior courtyard or the rear side of the building. These floors are high enough to reduce street-level noise from Calçada da Graça, which is a fairly busy uphill road, and the courtyard side is quieter than the front.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 2 (the floor just above ground level) and any rooms facing Calçada da Graça directly, as you’ll get the full brunt of traffic noise, especially from early morning trams and delivery vans. Also skip rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor, as the lift can be noisy when it operates.
Best views
Rooms on floors 12–18 facing west or south will have a good view over the Graça neighbourhood and the lower parts of Lisbon, including the Tagus River in the distance. The street address (Calçada da Graça) is on a hillside, so even lower floors can get a decent vista if they face downhill.
Quietest floors
Floors 5 through 10 are the quietest, as they are above the main street-level hubbub and below any potential rooftop noise. The building is 18 floors, so the middle band of floors (5–10) is optimal for quiet.
🔊 Noise notes
Calçada da Graça is a main thoroughfare for trams (including the tourist-heavy tram 28) and local traffic. The street is cobbled, so vehicles grind at low speeds. Early morning rubbish collection happens around 6–7am, and mid-afternoon deliveries cause additional noise. The lift in a tower block can be audible in adjacent rooms, especially on lower floors.
Insider tips
1) If you’re in a room facing the street, ask the reception for a room at the back during check-in – they often can move you if available. 2) The hotel doesn’t have its own parking, but the nearest public car park is at Graça viewpoint (Miradouro da Graça), a 5-minute walk. Book a spot online in advance if you have a car, because street parking is extremely limited.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Instalaciones hoteleras — Johnny's place
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; average speed 15 Mbps download; requires room number and surname on login page
One small lift serves all three residential floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; some guidebooks in lobby
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available from 10:00 if room not ready. Late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 costs 50% of room rate, subject to availability
Free for same-day arrival/departure; no overnight storage
No step-free access: two steps at entrance; lift fits a compact wheelchair but corridors are narrow; no accessible bathroom on site
No on-site parking. Nearest public garage: Parque da Graça, 200m walk, €15 per 24h; no EV charging available
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: €2 per person per night, mandatory for guests 13 and older
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a €50 incidental hold placed on card at check-in
Faith & Dietary cerca de
- Church: Igreja Evangélica chinesa em Lisboa (1.2 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: Anturio.com (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Church: Igreja de Santa Marta (1.3 km · ~17 min walk)
- Church: Orthodox Church (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
Estilo de vida y recreación local
Tivoli Fórum — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Museu da Sociedade de Geografia de Lisboa — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Teatro Taborda — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Parque Infantil do Jardim Braamcamp Freire — 675 m · ~8 min walk
5 minutos de radio esenciales
Nearest — 165 m · ~2 min walk
Farmácia Guerra — 86 m · ~1 min walk
Late night shop — 137 m · ~2 min walk
Lavra - Rua Câmara Pestana — 921 m · ~12 min walk
Dinero y moneda
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATM machines for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist spots — they charge high fees and poor rates.
Cards and contactless are accepted almost everywhere, including small shops and cafés; mobile pay works too.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated; round up taxi fares, leave 5-10% at restaurants if service is good, and hotel staff don't rely on tips.
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
Cheap car hire →A bica (espresso) at a local café costs around €0.65-€0.80.
A prego (steak sandwich) or pastel de nata with a drink from a bakery or tasca is about €4-€6.
A main dish at a modest restaurant in the area runs roughly €8-€12.
The nearby Martim Moniz area has cheap eateries and market stalls; also try the Time Out Market for varied options (not cheap, but good for sampling).
Pingo Doce and Lidl are the budget supermarket chains you'll find in this neighbourhood.
Zara and other high-street brands in the Baixa/Chiado area; for budget markets, head to Feira da Ladra flea market on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
A 24-hour Viva Viagem card (€6.35) gives unlimited metro, buses, and trams; from the airport, take the metro directly to the city centre (a single ticket is €1.50 on the card).
Buy a Viva Viagem card for public transport (reloadable and cheaper per ride). Eat lunch at a tasca for a set meal (prato do dia) around €7-€9. Avoid taxis; use Uber or Bolt for rides, which are often cheaper.
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Emergency Contacts
Lisbon112 or 808 24 24
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Lisbon, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Johnny's place
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 165 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Farmácia Guerra — 86 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →En torno a
Find train tickets →Oriente Station (via ANAM shuttle) to Pestana Palace → São Bento / Local neighborhoods
💡 Most economical daily transit; buy a Viva Viagem card for unlimited travel. Tram 28 is iconic and passes near the hotel area.
Humberto Delgado Lisbon Airport (LIS) → Pestana Palace Hotel, São Bento
💡 Use official taxi ranks at airport or pre-book through hotel to avoid unmarked taxis. Fixed rates available.
Humberto Delgado Lisbon Airport (LIS) → Marquês de Pombal / City Center
💡 Budget-friendly option; get a 7-Colinas card at the airport for discounted local transit within Lisbon.
Humberto Delgado Lisbon Airport (LIS) → Oriente Station, then taxi/metro to Pestana Palace
💡 Reliable and direct airport connection; combine with metro for seamless journey to São Bento neighborhood.
Preguntas frecuentes
What are the best rooms at Johnny's place?
Request a room on floors 5–10, facing the interior courtyard or the rear side of the building. These floors are high enough to reduce street-level noise from Calçada da Graça, which is a fairly busy uphill road, and the courtyard side is quieter than the front.
Which rooms should I avoid at Johnny's place?
Avoid rooms on floor 2 (the floor just above ground level) and any rooms facing Calçada da Graça directly, as you’ll get the full brunt of traffic noise, especially from early morning trams and delivery vans. Also skip rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor, as the lift can be noisy when it operates.
Is Johnny's place noisy?
Calçada da Graça is a main thoroughfare for trams (including the tourist-heavy tram 28) and local traffic. The street is cobbled, so vehicles grind at low speeds. Early morning rubbish collection happens around 6–7am, and mid-afternoon deliveries cause additional noise. The lift in a tower block can be audible in adjacent rooms, especially on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Johnny's place?
Rooms on floors 12–18 facing west or south will have a good view over the Graça neighbourhood and the lower parts of Lisbon, including the Tagus River in the distance. The street address (Calçada da Graça) is on a hillside, so even lower floors can get a decent vista if they face downhill.
What are insider tips for staying at Johnny's place?
1) If you’re in a room facing the street, ask the reception for a room at the back during check-in – they often can move you if available. 2) The hotel doesn’t have its own parking, but the nearest public car park is at Graça viewpoint (Miradouro da Graça), a 5-minute walk. Book a spot online in advance if you have a car, because street parking is extremely limited.
What time is check-in at Johnny's place?
Check-in at Johnny's place is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Johnny's place have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; average speed 15 Mbps download; requires room number and surname on login page
Is there a city or tourist tax at Johnny's place?
€2 per person per night, mandatory for guests 13 and older
Where can I eat cheaply near Johnny's place?
A prego (steak sandwich) or pastel de nata with a drink from a bakery or tasca is about €4-€6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Johnny's place?
A 24-hour Viva Viagem card (€6.35) gives unlimited metro, buses, and trams; from the airport, take the metro directly to the city centre (a single ticket is €1.50 on the card).
When is the best time to visit Lisbon?
May, June and September: long warm days, clear skies, and fewer crowds than July/August. The city feels alive but not suffocating.
Principales atracciones en Lisbon
💡 Start at Miradouro das Portas do Sol for morning light, then walk up to Miradouro da Graça for sunset. Avoid the packed tram 28—walking is faster and free.
💡 Start at Miradouro das Portas do Sol just before sunset for golden light on the rooftops. Avoid the tram 28 route for quieter streets.
💡 Start at the top (Graça) and walk downhill to avoid steep climbs. Best in early morning for fewer crowds.
💡 Skip the paid museum upstairs unless you're keen on religious art. The church itself is free and the main attraction.
💡 Start at the cathedral and walk uphill towards the castle. The best views are free. Avoid trams 12 and 28 at peak times; locals hate the crowds.
💡 Get a super bock from the bar across the street—it's half the price of the kiosk. Bring a blanket as the pavement gets cold by night.
💡 The greenhouse has a small tropical garden and café — cheap coffee and a quiet spot. The park is breezy, so bring a jacket even in summer.
💡 Free entry weekends. Bring a book for the bench under the giant rubber tree at the far end. Closed for lunch (1pm-2pm).