Queen or Twin Classic City View
- 1 King-size bed
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Lisbon · Lisbon District
Intercontinental Lisbon By Ihg
A five-star stay in Lisbon's Old Town district, with rooms overlooking the river or Eduardo Park and a location that puts the city within easy reach.
- Central Lisbon Old Town setting
- Rooms with city, river, or park views
- On-site restaurant, bar, and fitness centre
8.7
Great
2593 reviews
Booking.com 8.7 · 2593 reviews
About
Intercontinental Lisbon By Ihg
Intercontinental Lisbon By Ihg sits on Rua Castilho, in the Lisbon Old Town district — a base that reviewers describe as peaceful yet close to the action. The hotel offers a currency exchange, lift, and an à la carte restaurant, along with a range of rooms from Classic Twins to multi-room suites.
Guest reviews consistently highlight the exceptionally comfortable beds, clean and well-maintained rooms, and a staff that goes out of its way to help. The location earns particular praise: close to the metro, a short walk to downtown, and just up the street from sightseeing bus tours. Some rooms overlook the river Tagus or Eduardo Park.
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Central yet quiet location — Guests repeatedly praise the position — close to the metro, within walking distance of downtown, and near Eduardo Park, with river views from some rooms. The hotel is described as peaceful at night despite its central setting.
- Very comfortable beds — Reviewers call the beds exceptionally comfortable, with feather pillows and a modern, newly remodeled decor. Sleep quality comes up again and again as a standout.
- Attentive, courteous staff — From the front desk to the door, staff are described as friendly, helpful, and fluent in English. Guests note they were happy to arrange early check-in or provide information.
- Convenient parking and transport links — On-site parking is available, and the hotel offers a paid airport shuttle. The metro is close by, and the sightseeing bus tour stop is just up the street.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Dining and service value score lower — While individual dishes and breakfast earn praise, the dining category scores 7 and price/service 6 out of 10 — suggesting some guests find the on-site restaurant or overall value less impressive than the rooms and location.
- Street noise possible in some rooms — Despite soundproofed rooms being listed, several reviewers mention the location is on a hill and close to the airport — though most say noise isn't a problem, it may vary by room orientation.
- À la carte restaurant may not suit all budgets — The hotel's only dining option is an à la carte restaurant — there's no buffet or casual all-day café listed, which could be a downside for guests wanting quick, inexpensive meals.
- Check-in window ends at midnight — Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:59. If you arrive after midnight, you'll need to have arranged late arrival in advance, though the 24-hour reception is there to assist.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Classic Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Premium Family Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Classic Queen Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Twin Classic River View
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Air conditioning
2 Storey Suite Terrace
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Air conditioning
One-Bedroom Suite Terrace
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Balcony
Classic Queen Room River View
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Classic Room
- 2 Single beds
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Classic Queen Room Balcony
- 1 King-size bed
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Air conditioning
2 Storey Suite
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Air conditioning
One-Bedroom Suite
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Two-Bedroom Suite
- 1 King-size bed
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Junior King Suite Park View
- 1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Bathtub
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Paid airport shuttle
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Fitness centre
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Electric kettle
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Carpeted floor
Food & drink
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- In-room breakfast
Services
- Room service
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.7/10 from 2,593 reviews
Booking.com · 8.7 · 2593 reviews
8.7Verified guest“Breakfast was more than adequate, the location peaceful, and the place fairly clean overall. Rooms felt new with a modern decor, and the beds were exceptionally comfortable with feather pillows. We had pleasant views over the sea, and the staff were consistently courteous.”
8.7Verified guest“I can't wait to come back if I'm in Lisbon. The venue is impressive and wonderful, with pleasant staff. The location is great and convenient, up on a hill, and you can walk everywhere.”
8.7Verified guest“Good location — near the airport but without annoying noise, and close to the metro. Parking was available. The hotel staff were very friendly and always ready to help with information. There was excellent piano music in the lobby in the evening! I would gladly return.”
8.7Verified guest“The location.”
8.7Verified guest“The staff and the amenities.”
8.7Verified guest“The hotel has changed from Meridian to Tiara Park Atlantic Lisboa, and the great service they provide to clients is the same, maybe even better today. The staff, from the back office to the front door and desk, are all in the right positions, with smiling faces and top-notch cordiality. Some carry experience from the past, and it shows. My finger was passed over various points and came away clean — my very observant eye didn't spot anything wrong in this big, very well-located, quiet, and excellent hotel in the heart of Lisbon, where I was born 59 years ago. My rating out of 10 is 9.98, because I always keep 2 points for that moment I didn't see or wasn't there if something goes wrong.”
04 — Location
Getting around Lisbon
The property sits in Lisbon.
Getting around: The hotel is close to the metro, and many guests say they walked everywhere — downtown is within easy reach on foot, and the sightseeing bus tour stop is just up the street.
Nearby sights: Eduardo Park is next door and offers views down to the river Tagus. The Avenida da Liberdade is also just next door, with shopping and restaurants.
Nightlife and dining: For a night out, reviewers suggest taking a taxi — they're plentiful and fares around town rarely exceeded €5. The hotel's own à la carte restaurant and bar are an option for a quieter evening.
Rua Castilho 149, Lisbon, Lisbon District, 1099-034, Portugal
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 15:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 12:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Allowed
- Property
- 390 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 12:00.
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, parking is available on-site, and there is also an electric vehicle charging station.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are allowed at the hotel.
Does the hotel offer airport transfers?
Yes, a paid airport shuttle is available.
What dining options are there?
The hotel has an à la carte restaurant and a bar/lounge area. In-room breakfast is also available.
The bottom line
For travellers who value a quiet, well-located base with genuinely comfortable beds and attentive service, Intercontinental Lisbon By Ihg delivers. It's not the cheapest option, and dining value is a relative weak point, but the consistent praise for the location and staff makes it a dependable choice for a Lisbon stay.
8.7A five-star stay that earns its rating on comfort and location, with minor caveats on dining and value.
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