Solar do Castelo - Lisbon Heritage Collection - Alfama

As we had the highest rooms in the highest hotel in the centre of Lisbon, the views were amazing. Location is fantastic - the hotel is right next to the Castelo at the heart of Alfama's winding streets, with plentiful restaurants and access to public transport within a short walk. Room was very comfortable, breakfast was excellent and the staff could not have been more welcoming and helpful. The hotel itself is not large, but is a beautiful relaxing place to spend time. Outstanding!

amazing location, especially for those who don’t mind walking. for those who don’t, there is public transport taking you very close. very helpful and kind staff. the neighborhood is lovely, it gets quite crowded during the day, at night it is truly lovely and quiet and romantic. We received a bottle of sparkling wine the last night, maybe because it was my birthday or maybe as a goodbye gift. Another much appreciated offer was free transfer from the Airport to the hotel. Highly recommended!

We enjoyed the extensive and very tasty breakfast options - available from 7.30 to noon each day. We also loved relaxing in the interior courtyard late at night, listening to the peacocks from the nearby castle (the rooms are well soundproofed, so they don't keep you awake). The peacocks sometimes visit during the day, and there are excellent gelateria, pastel de nata bakeries and small restaurants nearby and it's a few minutes to the nearest mirador and tram. The hilltop location won't suit everyone, but we were happy to walk up (or take the local bus, until 9pm) in exchange for the tranquil atmosphere.

The included breakfast was delicious and filling and featured an abundance of seasonal local and traditional food selections, fresh and healthy stuff, with something probably for everyone including vegetarians (we don't have any dietary restrictions ourselves). It saved us a lot of time and probably money (food in Portugal generally was high quality and very affordable). The peaceful breakfast room is by the courtyard with its peacocks and water feature and dining there was a great way to ease into and plan the day—and then no need for a lunch break. Especially liked the quince marmalade. We were in a magical castle on a hill, and our room overlooked the mouth of the Tagus and the castle walls. Our room was cozy, the bathroom was terrific (great soap), and there's a little museum with ancient artifacts in the basement. Elsa, the manager, was especially helpful, even calling for a reservation for us for Christmas Eve dinner, and all the staff were gracious, friendly, and encouraging as we tried to say things in Portuguese. Would love to return.

It was great experience in a boutique hotel such as Solar do Castelo. The place very beautiful and could be romantic for couples. The staff very friendly and cooperative and helpful. The location is amazing on the top of the 1st hell and next to the castle and the bus stop. The city center and other heritage locations are few minutes walking.