The Hotel Once Upon Lisboa is on Rua de São Julião, in the Baixa, between the cathedral and Praça do Comércio. It is a 4-star hotel with soundproofed rooms and an à la carte or buffet breakfast. It suits anyone who wants to do almost all their sightseeing on foot.
Location and getting around
The cathedral (Sé) is about a 5-minute walk away, as are Praça do Comércio and the Santa Luzia viewpoint. São Jorge Castle and Rossio square are about 10 minutes away. The Time Out Market, in Cais do Sodré, is about 15 minutes away.
If you arrive by train at Santa Apolónia, it is about 20 minutes on foot. For Belém, 6.4 km away, public transport or a taxi is better.
Rooms and facilities
The rooms are soundproofed and have air conditioning, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and a tea and coffee kettle. The bathroom has a shower, a hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers and toiletries.
Wi-fi is free throughout the hotel. There is a concierge service, daily cleaning and left-luggage storage. In the café, according to the hotel itself, there is live music on some days. Breakfast can be continental, buffet or à la carte.
Who it suits
- Anyone who wants to sleep in the Baixa and get around on foot.
- Light sleepers who care about the soundproofing of the room.
- Couples on a short break of a few days.
Good to know
Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:00. If you will arrive later, tell the hotel. Check-out is from 08:00 to 12:00. If you want to see other neighbourhoods, see the guide to hotels in Lisbon.