As Janelas Verdes Inn, a Lisbon Heritage CollectionvsLisbon Lounge Hostel
Both As Janelas Verdes and Lisbon Lounge Hostel are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, As Janelas Verdes is preferred by most professionals compared to Lisbon Lounge Hostel. As Janelas Verdes comes in at 85 with approval from 10 reviews including Rough Guide, Frommer's and Concierge.
As Janelas Verdes Inn, a Lisbon Heritage Collection
R. Janelas Verdes, 47, Lisbon 1200-690, Portugal
From $143/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"A romantic feel and classic style."
Frommer's
"Although York House Hotel is still the most atmospheric -- and certainly the most famous in its category in Lisbon -- this hotel is giving it serious competition and is almost its equal." Full review
Concierge
"This 18th-century mini-palace was once home to famous local novelist Eça de Queirós, and you can easily imagine courting the muse as you wander through the public rooms here."
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There's no restaurant, but here in the old town by the Museu de Arte Antiga and the Docas there are plenty of places to choose from.
Lonely Planet
"Spacious and classically elegant... retreat to the wood-panelled library for sweeping views to the river and a stargazing telescope." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The Verdes Inn is a charming boutique overlooking the Tagus and situated next to the Museum of Ancient Art." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Renovated in 2002, the 29 rooms maintain a neoclassical look with painted paneled walls, dark wood armoires and bedsteads, and plush floral and striped fabrics in cream colors." Full review
Rough Guide
"This discreet, eighteenth-century townhouse, where Eça de Queirós was inspired to write Os Maios, is just metres from the Museu de Arte Antiga."
Star Service
"It is as close as Lisbon gets to a bed-and-breakfast, and it is a fine one at that, with intimate service standards and a plethora of local character." Full review
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Be sure to book a rate that includes breakfast.
Fodor's
"This late-18th-century mansion maintains fittings, furnishings, paintings, and tile work throughout that are in keeping with the building's historic character." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Its 29 rooms are decorated in classic style in keeping with its history, and there’s a rooftop library and a terrace with views onto the Tagus River." Full review
Lisbon Lounge Hostel
Rua Sao Nicolau, 41, Lisbon 1100-547, Portugal
From $16/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Multilingual
- Breakfast included
Fodor's
"A "designer hostel" might sound like a contradiction in terms, but that's just what you get at this lodging run by four young artists."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"These ultrahip Baixa digs have a party vibe. Bed down in immaculate dorms and meet like-minded travellers in the hip lounge watched over by a wacky moose head." Full review
Rough Guide
"Understandably popular independent hostel in a great old Baixa townhouse full of stripped floorboards, comfy sofas and books."
Let's Go
"These nearby hostels, under joint ownership, have large common spaces and spacious rooms with the best interior design around, hostel or not." Full review
EuroCheapo
Editor's Pick
"One of Lisbon's smallest hipster hostels, the friendly Lisbon Lounge sleeps 44 guests with icy-blue style in Baixa." Full review
Oyster
Budget
"Lisbon Lounge Hostel is situated in the heart of Lisbon, near restaurants, bars, and city sights, just a four-minute walk from the metro and a six-minute walk from Rossio Square." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This was one of the first hostels to open in Lisbon...it's spread over four floors in an old 18th-century house, with a central location and relaxed atmosphere that make it a popular choice. " Full review