🇵🇹 Lisboa, Portugal
Turim Lisboa Hotel
📍 20, Rua Filipe Folque, Lisboa, 1050-113
Your stay — Turim Lisboa Hotel
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The Property — Turim Lisboa Hotel
The Turim Lisboa Hotel is a solid four-star property in the Marvila district, a former industrial zone now dotted with street art and creative spaces. The lobby feels modern and unfussy — polished concrete floors, clean lines, and a helpful front desk that speaks good English. It suits travellers who want a decent, quiet base east of the centre, trading the tourist crush of Baixa for a more local, up-and-coming neighbourhood. Rooms are functional rather than characterful, but the rooftop bar offers a decent view over the Tagus.
Chronicles of Lisboa
Lisbon was founded by the Phoenicians around 1200 BC, later became a key Roman port called Olisipo, and thrived under Moorish rule until 1147 when Afonso Henriques took it with English crusader help. The 1755 earthquake and tsunami levelled the lower city, leading to the grid-like Baixa Pombalina — Europe's first planned earthquake-proof downtown. The 20th century brought Estado Novo's monumental architecture and the 1998 Expo redeveloped the eastern riverside. Today Lisbon is a sun-bleached mix of pastel pombaline tiles, Moorish silhouettes and contemporary galleries, with fado drifting from Alfama's alleys.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lisboa guide →Best months
May, June, September — warm sun (20–28°C), long daylight, fewer crowds than July/August. June's Santos Populares street parties are a bonus.
Peak / festival surge
July and August. Hot (often 30°C+), packed with cruise-ship crowds. Hotel prices spike 40–60% above annual average. Festas de Lisboa in June spills into July; NOS Alive music festival (early July) drives demand.
Budget shoulder season
October and April. Milder 16–22°C, thinner crowds, hotel rates drop 20–30%. Still plenty of sun but you might need a light jacket in the evening.
Weather & packing
Lisbon's microclimate means cool Atlantic breezes can drop temperatures 10°C in an hour, even in summer. Pack layers: a linen shirt for midday and a thin cotton jumper or jacket for evenings.
Live City Briefing — Lisboa
- The Lisbon metro's Red Line has resumed normal service after 2024–25 upgrades at Oriente and Saldanha — trains run every 5 minutes from the airport to the city centre.
- The new Museu de Lisboa – Pavilhão Preto opened in early 2026 in the former industrial complex at Rua da Cintura do Porto de Lisboa, focusing on maritime trade and colonial history — book ahead as timed entry limits numbers.
- Rua Nova do Carvalho (Pink Street) in Cais do Sodré remains pedestrianised for summer 2026, but note that Alfama's narrow streets are still off-limits to ride-sharing drop-offs until 10pm on weekends.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Turim Lisboa Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on floors 5-7 facing the inner courtyard. These offer the quietest sleep and some have a glimpse of the city skyline without direct street noise. Higher floors also benefit from the lift shaft being less intrusive.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first and second floors, especially those facing Rua Filipe Folque — the street is a busy secondary road with early morning traffic and delivery trucks. Also avoid rooms near the lift core on any floor, as the lift is central and can be noisy.
Best views
Rooms facing east (away from the street) look over a quiet residential neighbourhood and the rooftops of central Lisbon. From higher floors, you get a partial view of the Castelo de São Jorge or the river. The street-side rooms offer only a standard city-view of parked cars and local shops.
Quietest floors
Floors 5 through 7. The lift rarely services these floors during late hours, and they sit above the typical street-noise band. The hotel's 8-storey structure makes these the sweet spot.
🔊 Noise notes
Rua Filipe Folque is a one-way street with steady traffic from 7am, including buses and scooters. The hotel's entrance is recessed, but the pavement is narrow — expect street-level noise in lower front rooms. The internal courtyard muffles well, so it's the main choice for quiet.
Insider tips
1. If arriving by car, the hotel doesn't have its own parking, but there's a public garage under the street at Rua Filipe Folque 18 — ask reception for a discounted daily pass. 2. Request a room on floor 6 or 7 for the best trade-off between quiet and natural light — the lift tends to bypass these floors at night, so you'll sleep uninterrupted.
- 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
Hotel Facilities — Turim Lisboa Hotel
Free standard Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) for all guests; no premium tier; simple login with room number and surname
Lift serves all 8 floors, no stairs-only sections
Physical newspapers at lobby (Público, Jornal de Notícias) on request; no digital newsstand
Check-in from 15:00, check-out by 12:00; early bag drop always free; late check-out until 14:00 costs 50% of nightly rate, after 14:00 full night
Free for guests before check-in and after check-out; secure locked room at reception
Step-free access from street through automatic sliding doors; lift to all floors; no accessible rooms with roll-in shower — standard rooms only
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Parque Teófilo Braga (200 m) at about €12-16 per 24 hours; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2 per person per night, up to 7 nights; children under 13 exempt
Deposit & card hold: First night charged as deposit on booking; at check-in a €50 per night incidental hold on credit card
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Igreja de Cristo (606 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Igreja de Santa Marta (845 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Nova Vida (961 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Igreja Evangélica chinesa em Lisboa (1.3 km · ~17 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial Sol — 262 m · ~3 min walk
Museu Medeiros e Almeida — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Teatro Villaret — 156 m · ~2 min walk
Parque Infantil do Jardim Braamcamp Freire — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 162 m · ~2 min walk
Farmácia Sousa Martins — 55 m · ~1 min walk
Arya Mini Mercado — 131 m · ~2 min walk
Avenida — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs (Multibanco) for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist centres—they charge high fees and poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are common in most shops, restaurants, and transport.
Not expected. In restaurants, rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. Taxis: round up to the nearest euro. Hotel staff: a couple of euros for porters or cleaning is fine.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A bica (espresso) at a local pastelaria costs about €0.70-€1.00.
A prato do dia (daily special) with drink at a tasca costs around €8-€12.
A main course at a neighbourhood restaurant runs €10-€15.
Bifana (pork sandwich) or pastéis de nata from bakeries; cheap eats cluster around Praça de Espanha and Areeiro stations.
Pingo Doce and Lidl are the budget supermarkets in this area.
High-street chains like Zara and Mango at Colombo Shopping Centre; cheaper finds at feiras da ladra (flea markets) on weekends.
The cheapest way around is a Viva Viagem card (€0.50 + top-up) for buses/metro; a 24-hour pass costs €6.80. From airport, take the metro (Aeroporto line) or a 28 bus (€2.15) instead of taxis.
Eat at tascas away from main tourist streets. Use the metro for longer trips—taxis from the airport can cost €15+. Buy a 24-hour or longer transit pass if you plan multiple trips.
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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 Turim Lisboa Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 162 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Farmácia Sousa Martins — 55 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Turim Lisboa Hotel?
Request rooms on floors 5-7 facing the inner courtyard. These offer the quietest sleep and some have a glimpse of the city skyline without direct street noise. Higher floors also benefit from the lift shaft being less intrusive.
Which rooms should I avoid at Turim Lisboa Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the first and second floors, especially those facing Rua Filipe Folque — the street is a busy secondary road with early morning traffic and delivery trucks. Also avoid rooms near the lift core on any floor, as the lift is central and can be noisy.
Is Turim Lisboa Hotel noisy?
Rua Filipe Folque is a one-way street with steady traffic from 7am, including buses and scooters. The hotel's entrance is recessed, but the pavement is narrow — expect street-level noise in lower front rooms. The internal courtyard muffles well, so it's the main choice for quiet.
Which rooms have the best views at Turim Lisboa Hotel?
Rooms facing east (away from the street) look over a quiet residential neighbourhood and the rooftops of central Lisbon. From higher floors, you get a partial view of the Castelo de São Jorge or the river. The street-side rooms offer only a standard city-view of parked cars and local shops.
What are insider tips for staying at Turim Lisboa Hotel?
1. If arriving by car, the hotel doesn't have its own parking, but there's a public garage under the street at Rua Filipe Folque 18 — ask reception for a discounted daily pass. 2. Request a room on floor 6 or 7 for the best trade-off between quiet and natural light — the lift tends to bypass these floors at night, so you'll sleep uninterrupted.
What time is check-in at Turim Lisboa Hotel?
Check-in at Turim Lisboa Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Turim Lisboa Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free standard Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) for all guests; no premium tier; simple login with room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Turim Lisboa Hotel?
€2 per person per night, up to 7 nights; children under 13 exempt
Where can I eat cheaply near Turim Lisboa Hotel?
A prato do dia (daily special) with drink at a tasca costs around €8-€12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Turim Lisboa Hotel?
The cheapest way around is a Viva Viagem card (€0.50 + top-up) for buses/metro; a 24-hour pass costs €6.80. From airport, take the metro (Aeroporto line) or a 28 bus (€2.15) instead of taxis.
When is the best time to visit Lisboa?
May, June, September — warm sun (20–28°C), long daylight, fewer crowds than July/August. June's Santos Populares street parties are a bonus.
Top Attractions in 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.