Hotel Britania, a Lisbon Heritage Collection

Hotel Britania Art Deco (part of the Lisbon Heritage Collection), was designed in 1942 by the modernist architect Cassiano Branco, and is ideally placed adjacent to the Avenida da Liberdade and an oasis of calm and perfect hospitality. It has the air of a welcoming private club with 33 spacious and well equipped bedrooms with cork or parquet floors, en-suite marble bathrooms, library and Imperio Bar but perhaps what sets it apart are the exceptionally friendly and obliging staff. " We pride ourselves on the quality of people we employ," says the manager, and that's much in evidence. There's no restaurant but an assisted breakfast buffet is served daily and there is 24-hour room service.

Being centrally located allows you to explore a large amount of Lisbon on foot, lots of narrow cobbled streets on the one hand and the expansive promenade on the other. There is an abundance of very good restaurants and cafés and we were impressed with the quantity of excellent vegan options available. A visit to Lisbon wouldn't be complete without a ride on one of the historic Remodelado trams - catch the E15 through to Belem to visit the famous Jerónimos Monastery and the Monument to the Discoveries, celebrating the country’s great adventurers. Both well worth your time, especially if you choose to go to the top of the monument which offers breathtaking views of the area. Walk through the Parque Eduardo VII with its botanical gardens, beautiful trees, hidden nooks and paths; a tranquil spot away from the city. If you have time take in an organised day trip to Pena Palace, Sintra (sampling the local pastry delicacy, quijada, is a must) and Cascais with its sandy beaches and busy marina.

Why not explore this city of great explorers?

 

Written by Lulu Townsend

• Parking
• Parking available at EUR 15 per day.
• Airport transfer
• Charges are applicable.
• No restaurant
• Breakfast only.
• Satellite / Cable TV
• 24 Hour room service
• Walking distance restaurants
• In room DVD
• Free wifi
• Views
• Safe

• Bath robes
• Car not required
• Bar
• Concierge
• Suites
• No pets
• Sitting Room
• Library
• Air conditioning
• Wifi

• Museums
• The lovely Avenida da Liberdade, just two minutes away, boasts a multitiude of galleries and museums of every kind.
• Hotel Entertainment
• Enjoy a cocktail or glass of Port in style at the suave wood-paneled bar or the sophisticated library lounge.
• Great walks
• Set out from the hotel and wander this historic city centre, with interesting sights around every bend.

• Theatre
• Local markets

Why do people love staying in your hotel? Because of the art-deco charm of Hotel Britania and also because it’s located on a quiet street right alongside the cosmopolitan Avenida da Liberdade, the most famous street in Lisbon. What is there to do in the area? Explore the highlights of Lisbon including the Avenida da Liberdade, the War Memorial, the Gloria Funicular and the Torel Gardens. What kind of breakfast do you offer? Buffet Breakfast in the Império Room. (Ground floor). From 07:30 H to 12:00H. Continental Breakfast in the room from 07:30 H and throughout the day. Do you offer other meals? And can you recommend good places to eat out locally? Light Meals available. For suggestions of various types of restaurants found in the area, guests may contact Front Office. Which are your most popular room types, and why? Terrace Rooms - situated on the top floor. These rooms have a private terrace. What message would you like to give Hotel Guru readers? An invitation to experience a genuine Art Deco Boutique Hotel in the Historic Centre of Lisbon.