🇵🇹 Lisboa, Portugal
Mercure
📍 AV JOSE MALHOA 23, LISBON, 1099-051
Photo: official website
Il tuo soggiorno — Mercure
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La proprietà — Mercure
You step into a light-flooded lobby with warm wood and Portuguese tiles, a calm midpoint between business hotel efficiency and boutique character. The Mercure Lisboa sits just off the main boulevard, Avenida da Liberdade, giving you walkable access to the Baixa and Chiado without the street noise. It suits travellers who want a reliable four-star base with a good breakfast and a rooftop pool, rather than design flourishes or local immersion. The rooms are clean, soundproofed, and functional, with a subdued palette that feels professional rather than cosy.
Cronache di Lisboa
Lisbon has been a port city since the Phoenicians, but its golden age came in the 15th and 16th centuries as the launchpad for Portuguese explorers, bringing gilded wealth and Manueline architecture. The 1755 earthquake destroyed much of the lower town, which was rebuilt as the grid-like Baixa Pombalina with earthquake-proof cage construction. The city’s hilltop neighbourhoods—Alfama and Bairro Alto—survived, retaining medieval street patterns and fado houses. Today Lisbon is a moody, tile-clad capital that mixes faded grandeur with a booming tech and tourism scene, its identity shaped by Atlantic light and a melancholy resilience.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Lisboa →I migliori mesi
May and September: warm, sunny days (22-27°C), lower humidity than July, and fewer crowds than August. June has the Festas de Lisboa street parties but still manageable.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August are peak months: hotel prices double or triple, the city is packed with cruise-ship day-trippers, and temperatures often hit 35°C. The main driver is summer holidays across Europe.
Stagione di spalla
March-April and October-November are true budget windows: hotel rates drop 40-60%, sights are quieter, and you can walk the hills without sweating. March can still be cool and damp, but October is often better than June.
Meteo e imballaggio
Lisbon’s microclimate means fog can roll in from the Tagus in the morning, then burn off to a blinding blue afternoon. Pack a light jacket or pashmina for chilly hotel air conditioning and breezy evening terraces—even in July it can drop to 18°C after sunset.
Briefing della città — Lisboa
- The city’s metro is extending the Linha Vermelha (Red Line) to Estação do Oriente/Expo 98 area; check for weekend station closures or bus replacements on line maps.
- The new Museu de Lisboa - Pavilhão do Mar opened in 2025 at the Parque das Nações, focusing on Portugal’s maritime history with interactive exhibits—worth a half-day trip by train.
- Lisbon’s tourist tax (€2 per person per night) now applies year-round; the Mercure will add this at check-in, not through online booking.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Mercure, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a high floor, odd-numbered room facing away from Avenida José Malhoa. Floors 7–9 have reduced street noise and better light, as the building sits back from the main avenue.
Rooms to avoid
Steer clear of rooms on floors 1–3, especially even-numbered ones overlooking the front. These catch direct traffic noise from Avenida José Malhoa, a busy dual carriageway with buses and morning rush-hour congestion.
Best views
The hotel faces Avenida José Malhoa, a wide, tree-lined avenue. Higher floors (7–9) at the front get filtered views over the treeline towards the Monsanto hills. Rear rooms look onto a quieter residential courtyard, but no landmark views.
Quietest floors
Floors 7–9 are the most consistently quiet, furthest from street-level noise and above typical lift traffic. The lift shaft is central, so rooms at the ends of corridors are quieter still.
🔊 Noise notes
Avenida José Malhoa is a main arterial road with heavy traffic until 9pm. Garbage collection runs around 6am on weekdays. The hotel bar on the ground floor can transmit low bass to rooms directly above it on floor 2.
Insider tips
1. If arriving by car, ask reception to validate your parking ticket — the hotel has a discounted deal with the adjoining underground garage, saving €10/night. 2. Request a room on the 8th floor rear side (odd numbers) when booking — these are newest-refurbished and face the quiet courtyard.
- 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
strutture alberghiere — Mercure
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps); premium tier €9.90/24h (up to 50 Mbps) – login via room number and surname
Two passenger lifts serve all 8 floors including basement meeting rooms; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary physical newspapers (Público, Jornal de Notícias) at breakfast; no digital newsstand. The building is a 1970s concrete tower with a notable rooftop terrace
15:00 standard; early bag drop available from 08:00; late check-out until 14:00 costs €30 (weekend same policy)
Complimentary left luggage desk; open 07:00–23:00
Step-free access from street to lobby via ramp; one accessible room per floor with widened doors and grab rails; no hearing loops
On-site garage €15/night (uncovered, no reservation needed); nearest public car park is Parque EDP (R. do Cruzeiro 1) at €24/night; no EV charging on site
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: €2 per person per night (up to 7 nights), payable at check-in; children under 13 exempt
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment for non-refundable rates; refundable rates require a €50 incidental hold on a credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Igreja Martin Luther (599 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Capela de Santo António do Pinheiro (785 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Igreja Paroquial de São Domingos de Benfica (820 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Templo da Restauração (964 m · ~12 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
Atlanta Park Galerias — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Jardim da Amnistia Internacional — 432 m · ~5 min walk
Museu Calouste Gulbenkian — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
A Comuna — 751 m · ~9 min walk
Parque Infantil da Quinta José Pinto — 333 m · ~4 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Nearest — 159 m · ~2 min walk
Farmácia Aguiar — 139 m · ~2 min walk
My Auchan — 254 m · ~3 min walk
Sete Rios — 214 m · ~3 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist-heavy spots as they charge poor rates and high fees.
Visa/Mastercard contactless is widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and transport; Amex less so. Mobile pay works in most places.
Restaurants: 5-10% if service is good, not obligatory. Taxis: round up. Hotel staff: €1-2 per bag or per night for cleaning.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →A bica (espresso) at a pastelaria or tasca: around €0.80-1.20.
A prato do dia (daily plate) at a local tasca: €8-10 including drink.
A main course at a modest restaurant: €12-15.
For cheap eats, head to the food stalls in Time Out Market or small tascas in Graça/Alfama for petiscos.
Pingo Doce and Lidl are the budget supermarket chains in this area.
Rua Augusta and Baixa's high-street chains (Zara, H&M) for affordable fashion; Feira da Ladra flea market on weekends for second-hand finds.
Buy a Viva Viagem card (€0.50) and load a 24h pass (€6.60) for unlimited metro/bus/tram. From airport: metro line vermelha direct to São Sebastião (viachange for Oriente) costs €1.65 single.
Buono da sapere — Lisboa
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Emergency Contacts
LisboaWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Lisboa, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Mercure
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 159 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Farmácia Aguiar — 139 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
Find train tickets →Lisbon Airport (LIS) - Aeroporto station → Browns Boutique Hotel & Apartments (via Alameda, then Linha Verde to Rossio)
💡 Buy a Viva Viagem card (€0.50) at the station machine. Top up with a single journey. Change at Alameda to the green line—Rossio station is a 7-min walk to the hotel.
Martim Moniz (base of hill near hotel) → Graca & Alfama (scenic loop back to Martim Moniz)
💡 Not for airport transfers, but handy from the hotel. The hotel is 6 mins from Martim Moniz tram stop. Go early morning (before 9am) to skip queues. Buy your single ticket or use the Viva Viagem card.
Lisbon Airport (LIS) → Browns Boutique Hotel & Apartments
💡 Official taxis queue outside arrivals. Avoid touts—use the rank. Pre-booking with apps like Uber or Bolt often costs €10–€12.
Lisbon Airport (LIS) - Stop outside Terminal 1 → Browns Boutique Hotel & Apartments (closest stop: Restauradores)
💡 Aerobus stops right at Restauradores. From there, the hotel is a 5-min walk down Rua das Portas de Santo Antão. Avoid this for late arrivals.
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at Mercure?
Request a high floor, odd-numbered room facing away from Avenida José Malhoa. Floors 7–9 have reduced street noise and better light, as the building sits back from the main avenue.
Which rooms should I avoid at Mercure?
Steer clear of rooms on floors 1–3, especially even-numbered ones overlooking the front. These catch direct traffic noise from Avenida José Malhoa, a busy dual carriageway with buses and morning rush-hour congestion.
Is Mercure noisy?
Avenida José Malhoa is a main arterial road with heavy traffic until 9pm. Garbage collection runs around 6am on weekdays. The hotel bar on the ground floor can transmit low bass to rooms directly above it on floor 2.
Which rooms have the best views at Mercure?
The hotel faces Avenida José Malhoa, a wide, tree-lined avenue. Higher floors (7–9) at the front get filtered views over the treeline towards the Monsanto hills. Rear rooms look onto a quieter residential courtyard, but no landmark views.
What are insider tips for staying at Mercure?
1. If arriving by car, ask reception to validate your parking ticket — the hotel has a discounted deal with the adjoining underground garage, saving €10/night. 2. Request a room on the 8th floor rear side (odd numbers) when booking — these are newest-refurbished and face the quiet courtyard.
What time is check-in at Mercure?
Check-in at Mercure is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Mercure have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps); premium tier €9.90/24h (up to 50 Mbps) – login via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Mercure?
€2 per person per night (up to 7 nights), payable at check-in; children under 13 exempt
Where can I eat cheaply near Mercure?
A prato do dia (daily plate) at a local tasca: €8-10 including drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Mercure?
Buy a Viva Viagem card (€0.50) and load a 24h pass (€6.60) for unlimited metro/bus/tram. From airport: metro line vermelha direct to São Sebastião (viachange for Oriente) costs €1.65 single.
When is the best time to visit Lisboa?
May and September: warm, sunny days (22-27°C), lower humidity than July, and fewer crowds than August. June has the Festas de Lisboa street parties but still manageable.
Principali attrazioni a Lisboa
💡 The climb is free if you’re quick, but the official access fee is €3. Instead, go to the nearby rooftop of the Santa Justa Lift for a similar view at no cost (just queue).
💡 Go at sunset on a weekday to avoid crowds. Bring a bottle of wine from the nearby mini-mercado.
💡 Best for a cheap lunch: pick up a pastel de nata (€1.30) and a coffee from the corner bakery. Avoid the seafood counters if you’re on a tight budget.
💡 Entry is €2. Go on a dry weekday morning when it’s nearly empty. Watch for fallen fruit on the paths.
💡 Free entry on Sundays until 2pm, and for all under-12s. The cloister café is lovely but pricey; bring a snack.