Solar do Castelo Inn, a Lisbon Heritage CollectionvsVIP Executive Eden Aparthotel
Both properties are rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Solar Do Castelo ranks significantly better than VIP Executive Eden Aparthotel. Solar Do Castelo ranks #9 in Lisbon with approval from 10 sources like Michelin Guide, Fodor's and Oyster.
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
VIP Executive Eden Aparthotel
Praca dos Restauradores, 24, Lisbon 1250-187, Portugal
From $64/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Pool
- Multilingual
- Kitchenette
Frommer's
"Awarded a prize as the best renovation project in Lisbon, the former Éden theater, a landmark Art Deco building in the center of Lisbon, was handsomely converted to receive guests." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The art deco Eden theatre has morphed into this apart-hotel on buzzy Praça dos Restauradores."
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The 134-room VIP Eden, comprised of studios and one-bedroom apartments, has two main draws: one is its fabulous location, next to a major metro station and within walking distance of numerous sights." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Housed in what was the grand Art Deco Eden theatre, overlooking Restauradores, this is Lisbon’s most central and well-equipped aparthotel."
Rough Guide
"Compact studios and apartments sleeping up to four people are available within the impressively converted Eden cinema."
Fodor's
"One of downtown's most exciting art deco buildings—the former Eden theater and movie house—was long ago converted into an "aparthotel" aimed above all at families." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"This aparthotel is well positioned in the attractive 18th-century heart of Lisbon with its wide boulevards and characteristic patterned cobblestones." Full review