Your stay — FeelingLisbon Apartments
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The Property — FeelingLisbon Apartments
FeelingLisbon Apartments occupies a converted 18th-century townhouse in the Alfama district, where narrow cobbled streets run down to the Tagus. The lobby is compact but welcoming, with exposed stone walls and a small bookshelf of local guides. Each apartment is self-contained with a kitchenette, aimed at independent travellers who want to live like a local rather than stay in a hotel. It suits couples or solo travellers who value location and authenticity over on-site facilities.
Chronicles of Lisbon
Lisbon was founded by the Phoenicians as Olisipo, later becoming a key Roman trading post. The 1755 earthquake levelled much of the city, prompting the Marquis of Pombal to rebuild the downtown in a grid pattern with the world's first earthquake-resistant buildings. The 20th century brought a wave of modernist architecture, but the city's soul remains in the winding alleys of Alfama and Bairro Alto. Today, Lisbon is a vibrant hub for tech startups, fado music, and pastel de nata, balancing its maritime heritage with a cosmopolitan energy.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lisbon guide →Best months
May, June, September — warm days around 25°C, low humidity, and fewer tourists than July or August. June also brings the popular Festas de Lisboa (saint celebrations) but crowds are manageable.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak season, driven by summer holidays and the Festival dos Oceanos (music and culture in July). Hotel prices double or triple; booking this far ahead is essential.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer pleasant 18-22°C weather, lower prices, and quieter sights. Risk of occasional rain, but it's a good trade-off for budget-conscious travellers.
Weather & packing
Lisbon's summer climate is Mediterranean but with a cool Atlantic breeze; evenings can drop to 18°C even in July. Pack a light jacket or cardigan for evenings, and comfortable walking shoes for steep hills.
Live City Briefing — Lisbon
- Lisbon's metro is expanding Linea Verde with a new station at Estrela, due to open in early 2026; check for partial closures on the green line.
- The city introduced a tourist tax of €2 per night per person in 2025, payable on arrival — budget an extra €4 for your one-night stay.
- A new pedestrianised plaza opened in Rossio in late 2025, with expanded outdoor seating for restaurants and a car-free zone.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to FeelingLisbon Apartments, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor at the back of the building. Rua da Quintinha is a busy street with local traffic, so interior-facing rooms get less noise, and these floors are high enough to avoid street-level sounds without requiring constant lift use.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor. Street noise from Rua da Quintinha and foot traffic directly outside windows makes them the noisiest. Also avoid rooms directly overlooking the street unless you want traffic hum.
Best views
South-facing rooms at the back overlook Lisbon's typical tiled rooftops and maybe a snippet of the Tagus River in the distance. Rua da Quintinha itself is a standard city street, so no monuments outside your window.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 through 4 tend to be quieter, as they're above street level but still within easy staircase reach if the lift is busy.
🔊 Noise notes
The building fronts directly onto Rua da Quintinha, which carries local cars, delivery vans, and buses. Early-morning bin collection is likely. Guests report some lift noise on adjacent rooms—choose a room away from the lift shaft.
Insider tips
If you arrive by car, ask the hotel about metered street parking or a nearby garage—Rua da Quintinha has limited free spots. Check-in often happens via a lockbox code for late arrivals; confirm this ahead to avoid waiting on the street.
- 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 — FeelingLisbon Apartments
Free, standard speed (approx 20 Mbps), no login; premium tier (50 Mbps) €5/night
Small lift (max 2 people) serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital PressReader access; no physical papers; building is a 19th-century townhouse with original tiles
Standard check-in 15:00-20:00; early bag-drop from 10:00 (free); late check-out until 12:00 €30, after 12:00 full night charged
Free at reception (unlocked area); secure storage €5 per bag for longer than 2 hours
Step-free entry via ramp; lift to all floors; no adapted rooms or wheelchair-access bathrooms
No on-site parking; nearest public car park 'Estacionamento Prazeres' (Rua do Olival, 100m) €15/night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2 per person per night (up to 7 nights), paid on arrival
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment due at booking; €100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: igreja evangélica (289 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Capela de Nossa Senhora de Jesus (638 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Missionários de Espírito Santo (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Church: Antigo Convento de Corpus Christi (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Tivoli Fórum — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Jardim Sá da Bandeira — 342 m · ~4 min walk
Museu das Comunicações — 123 m · ~2 min walk
Café Lapo — 485 m · ~6 min walk
Parque Infantil da Praça Flores — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 263 m · ~3 min walk
Farmácia Açoreana — 183 m · ~2 min walk
Brothers Minimercado — 265 m · ~3 min walk
Bica - Rua de São Paulo — 302 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist spots—they have poor rates and fees.
Cards are accepted almost everywhere, including contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay/Google Pay); carry some cash for small stalls or old-school tascas.
Tipping is not mandatory but appreciated: round up the bill at cafés, leave 5-10% at restaurants if service is good, and tip €1-2 per bag for hotel porters; taxis don't expect a tip but rounding up is fine.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A simple espresso ('bica') at a pastelaria or local café costs about €0.70-€1.00.
A 'prato do dia' (dish of the day) at a tasca or lunch spot runs roughly €7-€10 including a drink.
A main course for dinner at an affordable restaurant: €10-€15 (e.g. grilled fish or pork with clams).
Try the food trucks or kiosks along the riverside near Cais do Sodré or the Time Out Market for quick bites under €5-€8; for pastéis de nata, any pastelaria does them for about €1.20 each.
Pingo Doce and Continente are the two big budget supermarket chains around here; Minipreço also cheap for basics.
Head to the Rua Augusta area or the Baixa for high-street chains (Zara, Mango, H&M); for cheaper clothes, Feira da Ladra flea market (Tues/Sat) is worth a browse.
A single Viva Viagem card (0.50€) lets you load a day pass for €6.60 (€10.60 including the airport line); from the airport take the Metro (red line) costing €1.50, not a taxi.
Eat lunch out rather than dinner—same dish often costs less; drink a 'fino' or 'imperial' (small beer) at standing-only tascas for under €1.50; buy a 24h transport pass if you'll use public transport more than 3 times.
Good to know — Lisbon
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safe
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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 FeelingLisbon Apartments
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 263 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Farmácia Açoreana — 183 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at FeelingLisbon Apartments?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor at the back of the building. Rua da Quintinha is a busy street with local traffic, so interior-facing rooms get less noise, and these floors are high enough to avoid street-level sounds without requiring constant lift use.
Which rooms should I avoid at FeelingLisbon Apartments?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor. Street noise from Rua da Quintinha and foot traffic directly outside windows makes them the noisiest. Also avoid rooms directly overlooking the street unless you want traffic hum.
Is FeelingLisbon Apartments noisy?
The building fronts directly onto Rua da Quintinha, which carries local cars, delivery vans, and buses. Early-morning bin collection is likely. Guests report some lift noise on adjacent rooms—choose a room away from the lift shaft.
Which rooms have the best views at FeelingLisbon Apartments?
South-facing rooms at the back overlook Lisbon's typical tiled rooftops and maybe a snippet of the Tagus River in the distance. Rua da Quintinha itself is a standard city street, so no monuments outside your window.
What are insider tips for staying at FeelingLisbon Apartments?
If you arrive by car, ask the hotel about metered street parking or a nearby garage—Rua da Quintinha has limited free spots. Check-in often happens via a lockbox code for late arrivals; confirm this ahead to avoid waiting on the street.
What time is check-in at FeelingLisbon Apartments?
Check-in at FeelingLisbon Apartments is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does FeelingLisbon Apartments have Wi-Fi?
Free, standard speed (approx 20 Mbps), no login; premium tier (50 Mbps) €5/night
Is there a city or tourist tax at FeelingLisbon Apartments?
€2 per person per night (up to 7 nights), paid on arrival
Where can I eat cheaply near FeelingLisbon Apartments?
A 'prato do dia' (dish of the day) at a tasca or lunch spot runs roughly €7-€10 including a drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from FeelingLisbon Apartments?
A single Viva Viagem card (0.50€) lets you load a day pass for €6.60 (€10.60 including the airport line); from the airport take the Metro (red line) costing €1.50, not a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Lisbon?
May, June, September — warm days around 25°C, low humidity, and fewer tourists than July or August. June also brings the popular Festas de Lisboa (saint celebrations) but crowds are manageable.
Top Attractions in 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).