Solar do Castelo Inn, a Lisbon Heritage CollectionvsResidencial Florescente
Both hotels are rated very highly by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Solar Do Castelo ranks significantly higher than Residencial Florescente. Solar Do Castelo comes in at #9 in Lisbon with approval from 10 reviewers including Fodor's, DK Eyewitness and Star Service.
Solar do Castelo Inn, a Lisbon Heritage Collection Show All Reviews
Rua das Cozinhas 2, Lisbon 1100-181, Portugal
From $182/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide
"Classic yet contemporary guestrooms."
Frommer's
"A stay at this historic building is one of the city's highlights." Full review
Fodor's
"In this 18th-century mansion within the walls of a castle, original architectural features have been lovingly restored and archeological finds put on display." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Honeymooners and hopeless romantics flock to this lemon-fronted mansion, sitting pretty next to hilltop Castelo de São Jorge." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The historic Solar Do Castelo is different than any other hotel in Lisbon." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Quietly tucked within the walls of the Castelo de Sao Jorge, the Solar do Castelo is housed in a lemon-yellow, 18th-century mansion done in the Pombaline style." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"A cosy, eclectically furnished boutique hotel around a small courtyard."
Rough Guide
"A tastefully renovated eighteenth-century mansion abutting the castle walls on the site of the former palace kitchens, parts of which remain."
Star Service
"A little on the expensive side, this eclectic boutique-hotel from the standout Heritage chain is one of the best in Lisbon." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"The 20 individually decorated rooms skilfully blend modern comforts with ancient artefacts and the walls, in Lisbon’s traditional yellow, enclose a cobbled courtyard." Full review
Residencial Florescente
Portas de Santo Antao n-99, Lisbon 1150-266, Portugal
From $97/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Smoking Rooms
Frommer's
"In the Baixa district, most centrally located, this is one of the best budget bets in central Lisbon." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This place feels considerably more posh than the price suggests. It is also neater and cleaner than most of the competition."
Rough Guide
"The best guesthouse on this pedestrianized street."
Fodor's
"Rooms at this inn are on five azulejo-lined floors and vary in size; all are bright and cheerful and dotted with naïf paintings." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The best feature of Florescente is the excellent location, just a short stroll from Rossio." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"Residencial Florescente is a mid-range hotel within walking distance of plenty of restaurants and bars as well as a metro station." Full review
EuroCheapo
Editor's Pick
"Though it’s nothing fancy, we like the 68-room Residêncial Florescente." Full review
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