Hotel Riverside Alfama

Hotels
8.9 (1777 reviews)
Rua dos Bacalhoeiros, 12 , Lisbon , PT

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Business center
Heating
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Airport shuttle
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited breakfast variety

Categories

Cleanliness
7.99
Several reviews mentioned that some rooms were not very clean and had outdated conditions.
Service
9.46
Most reviews highlight the staff as very helpful, friendly, and accommodating.
Location
9.5
The hotel is repeatedly noted for its excellent location in the city center and proximity to attractions.
Room Quality
8.45
Rooms are mentioned as comfortable, but some noted issues with noise and size.
Amenities
8.98
The availability of coffee and water is appreciated, though some amenities like breakfast variety were criticized.
Value for Money
8.94
Overall perceived as good value for a 3-star hotel given the location and service.
Food and Beverage
8.49
Breakfast had limited variety but was generally satisfactory.
Overall Experience
9.36
Guests expressed overall satisfaction with their stay despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 10:38

Property Description

Historic Downtown Location
Hotel Riverside Alfama is ideally located in Lisbon's historic downtown, just steps away from iconic landmarks like Commerce Square and the Tagus River. Immerse yourself in the charm of Alfama, the city's traditional Fado district, a mere 5-minute stroll away.

Comfortable Accommodation
Experience a stay in bright, air-conditioned rooms within a renovated typical Lisbon building. Enjoy modern amenities such as elevator access, a work desk, and a flat-screen cable TV. Relax in the private bathroom equipped with a shower, hair dryer, and complimentary toiletries. Stay connected with free WiFi throughout the property.

Local Dining and Entertainment
Indulge in a daily breakfast at the hotel and explore nearby dining options showcasing authentic Portuguese cuisine. Venture to Alfama's Fado Houses for live music and traditional tapas. With a 24-hour front desk offering local tips, make the most of your Lisbon adventure.

To book your stay at Hotel Riverside Alfama and discover Lisbon's vibrant culture, reserve now.

Important information:

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 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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: LIS

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 1777 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.99
Service: 9.46
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 8.45
Amenities: 8.98
Value for Money: 8.94
Food and Beverage: 8.49
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Semyon • couple • il
8
2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Valdis • family_with_children • lv
5
Location
Pros:

Location, with car parking and restaurants nearby, close to Praça do Comércio and public transport (tram).

Cons:

The breakfast is poor, there was no coffee machine, the selection of food was very limited, and items ran out very quickly. The standard room offered a view of all the air conditioning units, and we were advised not to open the window. It is not normal that I am prevented from opening a window and getting some fresh air. It was very noisy. The refrigerator ran very loudly, making it impossible to sleep. The room was a little small. The water system in the room made a lot of noise at night.

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Luisella • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Pamela • couple • gb
8
Very nice area and hotel was in just the right place to meet all our needs
Pros:

Location was excellent for exploring Lisbon. Very vibrant and friendly

Cons:

The breakfast room was rather sterile but the breakfast staff were good

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Lone • couple • dk
9
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Dan • couple • us
9
This riverfront Lisbon hotel is a gem.
Pros:

Friendly staff, excellent breakfast, clean rooms, and a convenient location, worked out great for us.

Cons:

Our window faced a small courtyard, no view. A little soft music playing during breakfast would have been nice.

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Haruka • solo_traveller • jp
8
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Jade • couple • es
10
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Cleia • solo_traveller • nl
10
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Ingrid • couple • at
9
Würde wieder buchen
Pros:

Sehr zentral gelegen. Frühstück gut. Personal sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Gab gerne Auskunft auf alle Fragen.

Cons:

Nichts

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Michio • solo_traveller • ca
7
Pros:

All staff are kind and. knowledgeable for travel guide.
Central location ,near Metro and
Music Fado .
I stayed room has water view and distinguished red colored building.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Jette • couple • dk
8
Kommer meget gerne tilbage
Pros:

Beliggenhed
Kun få værelser
Meget hyggelig stemning

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Franke • solo_traveller • de
9
Wieder empfehlen
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • us
8
Great Location
Pros:

I wish we had more of a selection.

Cons:

Everything was OK

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Neus • solo_traveller • es
10
Pros:

La amabilidad de Alejandra y Yasmin en recepción. La habitación, el desayuno y la ubicación. Todo perfecto

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Aram • couple • ca
7
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Geraldine • solo_traveller • fr
9
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Ilse • solo_traveller • za
7
Good location, get breakfast elsewhere.
Pros:

Central location.

Cons:

There were drug dealers hanging out just outside the hotel. It made walking back at night feel unsafe.

Breakfast was very limited. There is no kettle in the room.

On the morning we had to leave early for a day trip to Sintra, we asked if we could have a breakfast pack (as we paid for breakfast already) with some fruit and pastries. They refused. Could only do sandwiches, but no fruit or pastries or even a yogurt (all of which was part of the breakfast buffet)

The sandwiches left much to be desired: it was obviously made the day before and consisted of 3 slices of bread each with a piece of ham/tomato and cheese. No butter. No seasoning. It felt like they were offended we asked for something we already paid for.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Conni • couple • dk
9
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Simon • couple • es
10
Great old town hotel
Pros:

Great location. Very friendly and helpful staff. Everything was great.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee