The Pessoa

Rua da Trindade, 1, Santa Maria Maior, 1200-092 Lisbon, Portugal – Excellent location – show map – Subway Access

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.7/10! <small>(score from <b>186</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
186 reviews

It is a very unique place to stay, centrally located.

Kimberly United States of America
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The Pessoa

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Located in Lisbon within 2625 feet of Rossio and Dona Maria II National Theater, The Pessoa provides rooms with free WiFi. Less than 0.6 mi from Chiado, the guest house offers a shared lounge and a bar. The property is located in the Santa Maria Maior district, a 15-minute walk from Bairro Alto. All units at the guest house come with a seating area. The rooms include a kettle, while some have a balcony. All guest rooms have a wardrobe. Liberty Avenue is 1.3 mi from The Pessoa, while Amoreiras is 1.9 mi away. The nearest airport is Humberto Delgado Airport, 5 mi from the accommodations.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Lisbon, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7!

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

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Availability

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Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.2
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.1
High score for Lisbon
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  • Kimberly
    United States of America United States of America
    “It is a very unique place to stay, centrally located.”
  • Rod
    United States of America United States of America
    “Super cool with period furnishings. It gave you a good feeling and made me read more about Pessoa.”
  • Marta
    Canada Canada
    “This was an unexpected good surprise. I think I passed it when I was looking for the place and then was given directions to the Pessoa Hotel but this is the Pessoa Guesthouse-around the corner. From the street it looked like an artist's...”

Managed by Fernando Pessoa

Company review score: 9Based on 183 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

In addition to the excellent location, this is a historic address, Fernando Pessoa, poet, writer, icon of the city and Portugal, was a guest of this house, where rented his first room, this is not an ordinary accommodation, it's like living inside the history of Lisbon. In Chiado located, neighborhood in the historic center of Lisbon, the capital of Portugal. Chiado is an important cultural and commercial district, known for its luxury shopping, historic landmarks, and its numerous theatres and museums and Largo do Carmo, In this square, resist the ruins of the Convent of Carmo that witnessed the revolution of April 1974. We can say that Pessoa's rented room witnessed the city's historical facts and now the world shares and enjoy, just like the poet.

Languages Spoken

English,Portuguese

Area info

Amenities of The Pessoa

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • City view
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/out
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Express check-in/out
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Portuguese

House rules

The Pessoa takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
€ 30 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Pessoa of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

As a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

License number: 11408AL.

FAQs about The Pessoa

  • The prices at The Pessoa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Pessoa is 1,000 feet from the center of Lisbon. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Pessoa offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Tour or class about local culture

  • Room options at The Pessoa include:

    • Double
    • Single

  • Check-in at The Pessoa is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.