Affordable in a quiet neighborhood near attractions and public transit
Basic but comfortable guest rooms with contemporary decor
In-room AC, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and safes
Upgraded units add free minibars, welcome Champagne, and fruit
Top-floor units have city views, some overlook Castle of St. George
Bathrooms have bidets and some contain shower/tub combos
Small lobby bar with a free glass of wine upon arrival
Laptop business corner
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Free self-parking
Guest rooms are a bit drab and lack kettles
Dark basement breakfast room
Breakfast not included with standard rates
The three-pearl Botanico Hotel has affordable rates and a central location that's close to public transportation and a few attractions. Its 30 guest rooms have basic, contemporary decor, though some could use an update, with mismatched wood furniture and dated CD players. All units have AC, wall-mounted flat-screen TVs, minibars, safes, and bathrooms with bidets, and upgraded units add free minibars, welcome Champagne, and fruit. A basement breakfast room that's a bit dark and dated is where a continental buffet is served for a fee, but guests are welcomed with a glass of free wine at the lobby bar and lounge, and Wi-Fi is free throughout. Travelers looking for a step up can consider the more modern SANA Capitol Hotel nearby.
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Scene
A bit dated, but cheerful with a friendly atmosphere for leisure travelers
The Botanico Hotel hotel has been around since the '80s, and although it's generally well-maintained, some of its decor remains unchanged and could use an update. Furniture on dark stone-tiled floors have a dull shine under harsh halogen lights that don't help the garish lime green chairs and couches look their best. However, property has a cheery atmosphere, and past guests -- who tend to be older leisure travelers -- have commented that staff is friendly and accommodating, with a free glass of wine upon check-in setting the tone.
Location
In a quiet neighborhood, near the Avenida Metro Station
The hotel located in a quiet neighborhood close to Lisbon's posh Avenida da Liberdade, a six-minute walk from the Avenida Metro Station. Its closest neighbors are a few cafes, Indian, and vegetarian restaurants. More restaurants, upmarket hotels, and lots of luxury shopping line the bustling Avenida da Liberdade a few blocks away. Praca do Rossio, Restauradores, Ascensor da Gloria, and Palacio Foz, as well as the bustling narrow lanes of Chiado and Baixa, are also within walking distance of the hotel. It's a 12-minute trip on public transportation to Praca do Comercio and the Tagus Riverfront. Expect no more than a 30-minute drive (less depending on traffic) to Lisbon Portela Airport.
Rooms
Basic and could use an update, with flat-screen TVs and minibars, but no kettles
Wood veneer replaced the old carpeting in all of the hotel's guest rooms, but they still look slightly dated, with light pink walls and mismatched wood furniture that shows some wear. Standard rooms have twin or double beds and small built-in vanities next to wardrobes. CD players with speakers are set on small tables and older flat-screen TVs are wall-mounted or hung precariously in corners. All units have minibars, safes, and free Wi-Fi, but they lack kettles. Upgraded Double Rooms add free minibars, along with a welcome bottle of Champagne and fruit. The units on the third floor have the best views, particularly the corner ones, with city views toward the Castle of St. George. The tiled bathrooms have bidets, and either small walk-in showers, or average shower/tub combos, hairdryers, and toiletries.
Features
Freebies include wine at check-in, Wi-Fi, and on-site parking, but fee for breakfast
The lobby bar serves guests a free glass of Portuguese wine upon arrival in a space that has matching lime-green-and-navy couches and chairs, and a few bar stools at a counter. There's a small business corner on the opposite wall with a laptop for guests to use at no extra charge. A continental breakfast buffet is served downstairs in a basement dining room for a fee. Free self-parking is available, and there's free Wi-Fi throughout.
