🇵🇹 Sintra, Portugal
Lawrence's
📍 40, Rua Consiglieiri Pedroso, Sintra
Your stay — Lawrence's
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Lawrence's, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the higher floors (above the 3rd floor) for a quieter stay. The lower floors, especially those adjacent to the lift, may experience more foot traffic noise. Additionally, rooms on the west side of the hotel may have better views of the surrounding area.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms near the lift (elevador) on lower floors (1st or 2nd) may be noisier due to frequent use. Rooms on the street side (Rua Consiglieri Pedroso) may be affected by some street noise, especially during peak hours.
Best views
Rooms on the west side of the hotel (facing the surrounding area) may have better views, but it's worth noting that Sintra's scenic views are best appreciated from higher vantage points outside the hotel.
Quietest floors
3rd floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Rua Consiglieri Pedroso may be noticeable, especially during peak hours. The hotel's location in a residential area may also mean some background noise from nearby homes.
Insider tips
Request a room with a balcony for a more pleasant stay. Consider using the hotel's secure parking, which may be a more convenient option than street parking in the area.
- 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 — Lawrence's
free high-speed Wi-Fi on all floors; no login constraints
serves all floors and wings; no stairs-only sections
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader and FT) on in-room tablets; physical newspapers available in lobby
check-in: 15:00, check-out: 12:00; early bag-drop available from 08:00; late check-out until 16:00 for €50
available for guests departing before check-out time; €5 per suitcase
step-free access; wheelchair-accessible entrances at main and rear entrances; some historic sections have structural limitations
on-site valet parking available 24/7; €25 per night; nearest public car park (Estrada do Monte da Lua) is a 5-minute walk away; €18 per day; on-site EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2 per night per person ( mandatory city tax )
Deposit & card hold: €100 advance deposit + €200 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Igreja de São Martinho (87 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Misericórdia (196 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Capela da Santíssima Trindade (542 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Santuário de Nossa Senhora da Pena (601 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parque dos Castanheiros — 435 m · ~5 min walk
Centro Interpretativo Mitos e Lendas de Sintra — 117 m · ~1 min walk
Hora do Conto — 124 m · ~2 min walk
Jardim do Bico — 283 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 119 m · ~1 min walk
Marrazes — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
O Gabriel — 151 m · ~2 min walk
Sintra — 775 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
You can exchange currency at the airport or a local bank, but be aware that rates might be less favorable; banks may offer better rates than currency exchange offices.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in Sintra, including contactless payments; some small businesses might not accept card payments, but ATMs are readily available.
Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% in restaurants and bars is considered polite; for taxi drivers, rounding up the fare is sufficient.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A café con leite (coffee with milk) costs around €1-2 at a local café
A sandwich or toast at a local bakery or café costs around €3-5
A traditional Portuguese meal at a local restaurant costs around €8-12 for a main course
The area around the historic center has various street food options, including traditional Portuguese snacks like pastries and sandwiches
Local supermarkets like Continente and Pingo Doce have branches in Sintra
High-street brands can be found in the shopping centers like the Colombo Shopping Centre
A day pass for public transportation in Sintra costs €5.50; from the airport, take the metro (red line) to the 'São João Bosco' station and then bus 403 to Sintra
Buy a rechargeable Viva Viagem card for public transportationEat at local markets or street food stalls for affordable mealsConsider buying a Sintra Card, which grants free or discounted entry to many attractions
Good to know — Sintra
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Emergency Contacts
Sintra112 is the single European emergency number for police, ambulance, and fire in Portugal. For non-urgent police matters, call 213 026 000 (PSP Sintra). The local health centre (Centro de Saúde de Sintra) is at +351 21 923 5440.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Sintra, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Lawrence's
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 119 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Marrazes — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Sintra Station → Casa da Pendoa (stop: Rua da Pendoa)
💡 This bus loops around the historic centre — get off at the second stop after the station (ask the driver for 'Pendoa'). It's easier than walking up the hill with luggage.
Lisbon Rossio Station → Sintra Station
💡 Buy a Viva Viagem card (€0.50) and top it up — tap in and out at both ends. From Sintra station, it's a steep 15-min walk uphill to Casa da Pendoa, or grab bus 434.
Lisbon Airport (LIS) → Casa da Pendoa, Sintra
💡 Ask for a fixed price before getting in — Uber or Bolt usually run €25-30 from the airport, and they drop you right at the door on Rua da Pendoa.
Sintra Station → Casa da Pendoa, Sintra
💡 Short hop but worth it if you have bags — just say 'Rua da Pendoa, por favor'. Cash only for short rides, and have small change ready.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Lawrence's?
Request a room on the higher floors (above the 3rd floor) for a quieter stay. The lower floors, especially those adjacent to the lift, may experience more foot traffic noise. Additionally, rooms on the west side of the hotel may have better views of the surrounding area.
Which rooms should I avoid at Lawrence's?
Rooms near the lift (elevador) on lower floors (1st or 2nd) may be noisier due to frequent use. Rooms on the street side (Rua Consiglieri Pedroso) may be affected by some street noise, especially during peak hours.
Is Lawrence's noisy?
Street noise from Rua Consiglieri Pedroso may be noticeable, especially during peak hours. The hotel's location in a residential area may also mean some background noise from nearby homes.
Which rooms have the best views at Lawrence's?
Rooms on the west side of the hotel (facing the surrounding area) may have better views, but it's worth noting that Sintra's scenic views are best appreciated from higher vantage points outside the hotel.
What are insider tips for staying at Lawrence's?
Request a room with a balcony for a more pleasant stay. Consider using the hotel's secure parking, which may be a more convenient option than street parking in the area.
What time is check-in at Lawrence's?
Check-in at Lawrence's is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Lawrence's have Wi-Fi?
free high-speed Wi-Fi on all floors; no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Lawrence's?
€2 per night per person ( mandatory city tax )
Where can I eat cheaply near Lawrence's?
A sandwich or toast at a local bakery or café costs around €3-5
What is the cheapest way to get around from Lawrence's?
A day pass for public transportation in Sintra costs €5.50; from the airport, take the metro (red line) to the 'São João Bosco' station and then bus 403 to Sintra
Top Attractions in Sintra
💡 Start from the town's train station and follow the PR6 trail to Pena Palace and then down to the cliffs. Wear sturdy shoes – the cobbled paths are slippery when wet.
💡 The audioguide is included and excellent – it explains the tile patterns in detail. Go on a weekday afternoon for quieter halls.
💡 Buy the combined ticket with Pena Palace online to save a few euros. Visit the Initiation Well last – it gets crowded by mid-morning.
💡 Skip the queue by booking online. The park alone is worth a visit for the views over the coast, and you can walk up from town via forest trails to save the bus fare.
💡 Go early (before 10am) to have the walls almost to yourself. It's a steep 20-minute walk from the historic centre, but the exercise is worth it for the silence.