The Tivoli Avenida Liberdade and her huge and imposing facade could justifiably be called the Grande Dame of Lisbon. Afterall she has been there since 1933 lording it over her superb location on the leafy Avenida Liberdade – right in the city’s heart. And conveniently it’s just a 15-minute drive from the airport.
Tivoli Avenida Liberdade Lobby
There’s no doubt that this is a classy hotel. Its imposing facade with its gold canopy leads into an open-plan lobby and reception that is bright with natural light, thanks to a glass dome with a delicately woven golden trellis that lets in whatever the sun has to offer. There’s lots of space too with comfy chairs in rich mahogany and turquoise tones.
Who for
City breakers, families, those on business and anyone looking for a plush hotel in the heart of Lisbon.
Accommodation
The hotel offers 285 rooms that comprise Superior Rooms – these are the ones that come with panoramic views over the city skyline and Deluxe Rooms that offer courtyard views. The new Deluxe Family Rooms are the newcomers and four people can stay in those. Top of the accommodation tree are the various suites. These come with access to the plush Executive Lounge.
The decor is mostly calm muted tones, soft carpets, large comfy beds with marble bathrooms. If you upgrade to a suite you will also have a bath and walk-in shower and top notch Bulgari or Hermès toiletries. Those supplied in the standard rooms are of the Portus Cale brand.
Food and Drink
Terraço Rui Paula, has taken a new twist with talented Michelin-starred Chef Rui Paula. Born and bred in Oporto, in the north of Portugal, he offers traditional Portuguese cuisine such as the classic Clam Xerém, razor clams, sea bass or Alentejo style pork. The bonus is that you get to savour fantastic views of Lisbon’s seven hills.
Terraço Rui Paula serves a splendid breakfast. Its top-notch buffet and à la carte menu serve traditional breakfasts from around the world.
The stylish, high-ceilinged Cervejaria Liberdade restaurant offers a vast selection of fresh fish, seafood, sushi, and ceviche sourced from the Portuguese coastline. The flavours reinvent the spirit of the traditional cervejaria (brewery) alongside classics such as steak tartare and crepe Suzette prepared by the table.
Mariscada
The gastronomic SEEN Sky Bar and restaurant (read our full review of SEEN restaurant) has a dedicated lift that takes you to the 9th floor. This lush go-to restaurant offers Portuguese cuisine by chefpreneur Olivier da Costa, cocktails, live music, and far reaching views over Lisbon- you can even spot the River Tagus.
There’s also the Café Liberdade where cakes, doughnuts and other traditional delicacies, including those famously creamy pasteis de nata (custard tarts) beckon.
Facilities
There’s a 24-hour room service available. For relaxation, there is probably no better place to be. There’s a fully equipped gym, an outdoor rooftop swimming pool surrounded by a tropical garden with a pool bar and sun lounger service.
Swimming Pool
Spa Serenity Room
There are plenty of treatments in the spa too including massages where you get to choose your oil and your aromas.
Is Wi-Fi available?
Yes, free throughout
How much?
Rooms are available from £183 per night.
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What’s nearby?
To go shopping just step out of the hotel. There are plenty of international designer shops along the stretch of Avenida da Liberdade. A few minutes walk leads to Baixa, Chiado and Príncipe Real neighbourhoods.
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