81%Pensão New Aljubarrota

well we felt us welcome. It was special nice, that we could use the kitchen to make our breakfast, and lunch.

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by jetteasmussen248 – posted on Sep 21, 2008

1

Everything here was horrible!!! I thought I was a good price for the rossio area - but even for the location it was a total ripoff. I first made a lengthy reservation by internet with a prepaid deposit, and when I sent an email to shorten the stay i had planned, they claimed to not have... more Everything here was horrible!!! I thought I was a good price for the rossio area - but even for the location it was a total ripoff. I first made a lengthy reservation by internet with a prepaid deposit, and when I sent an email to shorten the stay i had planned, they claimed to not have received it! how convenient for them... get the first email, but not the second? yeah right. when i arrived at the place, it was NOTHING like what was described online - old, dirty, thin cotton blankets and mismatched, worn-out sheets like something from a refugee camp. cigarette ashes on the floor of the room. and the clerk was RUDE!! then when i told him i woudn't stay in such a decrepid excuse for a lodging house, he charged my card anyway! he also lied and told me "there was no way" i would find other affordable accommodation anywhere nearby - what a lie! less than one block away, i found the fantastic pension del norte, with rooms for 35 euros (the exact same price as new aljubarrota) that were clean, nice, and with elevator access! and friendly staff!! i wouldn't recommend the new aljubarrota to my worst enemy. be warned!!close

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by alisanna – posted on Aug 27, 2008

1

Room was cold, but there were enough blankets.

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by kariylituina3199 – posted on Jan 2, 2008

1

The door to my room didn't lock from the inside, but I let the owner know so that should be fixed. There was a strange kind of ash in random places throught the room when I arrived, but it wasn't a big deal. Good value, and the owners - if you can catch them - are a lovely couple from Nepal!... more The door to my room didn't lock from the inside, but I let the owner know so that should be fixed. There was a strange kind of ash in random places throught the room when I arrived, but it wasn't a big deal. Good value, and the owners - if you can catch them - are a lovely couple from Nepal! The other plus of this guesthouse was the location, although there are a heap of other centrally-located options in Lisbon.close

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by catherinevenn596 – posted on Nov 27, 2007

2

This place was ok, like alot of the cheap iberian places most of the rooms face into internal alleyways. By the end of the week ours had gained the name 'the pit of despair'. Having said that, some of the bigger rooms had windows/balconies onto the street so DEFINATELY ask for these if you're... more This place was ok, like alot of the cheap iberian places most of the rooms face into internal alleyways. By the end of the week ours had gained the name 'the pit of despair'. Having said that, some of the bigger rooms had windows/balconies onto the street so DEFINATELY ask for these if you're going to stay there. Staff were very helpful and nice though, and the location is great. 4 flights of stairs and no lift so not for the infirm but lets face it most of us could do with the exercise...I would have given this place 4/5 but for the view so if you can get a better room then you're onto a winner.close

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by terry123 – posted on Sep 18, 2007

1

Cool place right in the heart of the old city. Walking distance from most places as well as public transport. Staff was very nice and helpfull

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by saomig – posted on Apr 13, 2007

15

The location was excellent, middle of Baixa and walking distance to Bairro Alto and Alfama. The front door to the building doesn't always close properly and half the times it would remain open. The door to the hostel apartments, however, are always locked, which is good. I would stay here... more The location was excellent, middle of Baixa and walking distance to Bairro Alto and Alfama. The front door to the building doesn't always close properly and half the times it would remain open. The door to the hostel apartments, however, are always locked, which is good. I would stay here again. Rooms are a bit shabby, walls are thin but the location is excellent. The staff are friendly as well. They have hair dryers, you just need to ask at reception.close

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by tardykat – posted on Apr 13, 2007

5

Perfect location and stephanie is very nice

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by france1s7301 – posted on Apr 6, 2007

2

The location is perfect and it is easy to access to sightseeing spots and public transport. Staff is very helpful and friendly, and willing to ask any questions asked. The place does not allow cooking but it's equipped with microwave and toaster, which works on me. I do recommend it to others and... more The location is perfect and it is easy to access to sightseeing spots and public transport. Staff is very helpful and friendly, and willing to ask any questions asked. The place does not allow cooking but it's equipped with microwave and toaster, which works on me. I do recommend it to others and I myself will stay there when I go to Lisbon again.close

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by jocelynkan6797 – posted on Mar 25, 2007

2

Its simply a great place! The individual room is perfect, nice furniture and a big bed. The staff is really amazing, they gave me a lot of information about Lisbon and also provided me a map. The location is the best: close to shoppings, restaurants, metro and bus stations. You can use the... more Its simply a great place! The individual room is perfect, nice furniture and a big bed. The staff is really amazing, they gave me a lot of information about Lisbon and also provided me a map. The location is the best: close to shoppings, restaurants, metro and bus stations. You can use the kitchen: microwave and the fridge. I loved to stay there, i wanna come back someday.close

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by guria6989 – posted on Mar 13, 2007

1

Nice place in the center of Lisbon, 2 mins on foot to the square from where you can take the buses/trams to the main touristic attractions of the city and in the reception Stephanie was great and always willing to help us and give advice about Lisbon. A very nice experience all in all.

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by Mgilb – posted on Mar 5, 2007

3

Very pleasant, cosy and quaint, if just a bit shabby. Great location, comfortable and secure.

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by kira6921 – posted on Feb 25, 2007

5

The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. My only complaint was that my room was a bit cold. I think it was a great place to stay and Lisbon was lovely.

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by bizzb – posted on Feb 7, 2007

4

very friendly open-hearted staff gives a warm welcome and great support in any question, centrally located, a bit chilly in January. we will go back there!

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by ankek – posted on Jan 30, 2007

1

Pensao New Aljubarrota is ideal to have a taste of Lisbon and its hospitality, authenticity and friendliness. Ok, it's basic but ever so cosy and the stairs will keep you fit (remember it's on the 4th floor). Stephanie and Carla you're the best! I'll be back.

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by hannelore937 – posted on Jan 30, 2007

1

The staff were very friendly and helpful, but the room smelt a bit of damp. good place apart from that

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by katherineh5907 – posted on Jan 22, 2007

4

the staff were very helpfull and smiling...Stephanie was a delight

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by Toatalma – posted on Jan 2, 2007

17

If you are higher than 1.80 you do not fit in the bed. There is no internet as showed in the site.

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by leonardo429 – posted on Nov 5, 2006

2

I thought that the room we stayed in had a very nostalgic and romantic feel to it. I loved the balcony from which we could be serenaded by the street performers. It was a really lovely stay.

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by Enzoch – posted on Sep 14, 2006

1

Very nice and helpful staff and great location!

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by jacklo – posted on Sep 1, 2006

1

I stayed in this hostel for couple of nights. I'm a kind of person who don't expect anything except sleeping in terms of accommodation so let me say this hostel is not for everyone. If you want to feel relaxed and at home in your accommodation, I wouldn't reccommend this place. The location is... more I stayed in this hostel for couple of nights. I'm a kind of person who don't expect anything except sleeping in terms of accommodation so let me say this hostel is not for everyone. If you want to feel relaxed and at home in your accommodation, I wouldn't reccommend this place. The location is great - it's close to an aero bus stop and any other transportation. You can use towels, a fun in your room, other facilities such as a kitchen, free coffee / tea except a laundry machine. The staffs are very kind and helpful. They are always happy to give information from sightseeing places to aero bus schedule. However, I couldn't lock the room door properly ( the staffs said I had to get used to an old buillding when I complained ). In addition, I couldn't open the window because people in the next building were able to see me easily. The shower always make loud noise when I use. I was also able to hear everything that happened in the next room. So if you want to enjoy night life in Lison or are a party person, this place is acceptable. But if not, try somewhere else! Personaly speaking, I don't think I will stay here again - this was a good experience!close

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by ahosh7496 – posted on Aug 28, 2006

4

A downside of the very good location is the noise. It is really difficult to sleep. Perhaps this should be mentioned.

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by kcalvo – posted on Aug 9, 2006

1

Would like to thank Gizs, Soraia, Clara and the rest of the staff for making our stay at Aljubarrota so enjoyable. Everyone was so friendly and helpful and everyone in my group thoroughly enjoyed themselves. Would recommend this place to any of my friends who decided to go to lisbon. Hope to keep... more Would like to thank Gizs, Soraia, Clara and the rest of the staff for making our stay at Aljubarrota so enjoyable. Everyone was so friendly and helpful and everyone in my group thoroughly enjoyed themselves. Would recommend this place to any of my friends who decided to go to lisbon. Hope to keep in touch with them too ! Regards, Trevorclose

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by treva2960 – posted on Aug 8, 2006

2

Thank you for your kind services. Much appreciated!

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by Jeimin9447 – posted on Jul 26, 2006

9

Excellent lokation and staff.But it is a appartmest with a lot of mess and owners personal belongings. " Lonely Planet " mentions breakfast- but there is no breakfast .

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by CMunck – posted on Jun 26, 2006

1

The staff are fantastic and make you feel right at home. They said they will soon add a computer with internet and improve the living space which will only make this little gem even better. Highly recommended -- especially for couples!

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by TimMac7850 – posted on Apr 28, 2006

1

The staff was friendly and the location good, however, some simple improvements would help like some hooks for towels and clothes in the bathroom. Also, it is hard to use the shower without soaking the floor so unless you are the first to shower the carpet and floor are soaked. Also, during our... more The staff was friendly and the location good, however, some simple improvements would help like some hooks for towels and clothes in the bathroom. Also, it is hard to use the shower without soaking the floor so unless you are the first to shower the carpet and floor are soaked. Also, during our stay even though there were very few people staying there we were given the smallest double room. We were very cramped and uncomfortable.close

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by Joklo6474 – posted on Apr 17, 2006

1

The Place is ok. the thing is that they charge you for the Towels, and they charge you for leaving the luggage there. I felt it as unfair, even because when i Read the description it was worte: Towels, and luggage storage...didn´t mentioned the payment...And other thing...they just arrived at... more The Place is ok. the thing is that they charge you for the Towels, and they charge you for leaving the luggage there. I felt it as unfair, even because when i Read the description it was worte: Towels, and luggage storage...didn´t mentioned the payment...And other thing...they just arrived at 10:00 Am, if you arrive early...you need to sit in front of the place and wait...close

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by victoriarac – posted on Apr 14, 2006

8

We had a very nice double room with a small balcony, perfect for relaxing in the sun. Even though the room was not technically an en-suite, it had a shower, sink and bidet. The basic kitchen facilities (although there is no hob) were appreciated, and it is great to have a fridge in which to cool... more We had a very nice double room with a small balcony, perfect for relaxing in the sun. Even though the room was not technically an en-suite, it had a shower, sink and bidet. The basic kitchen facilities (although there is no hob) were appreciated, and it is great to have a fridge in which to cool water, beer etc. The owner gave us a lot of useful info on arrival, including maps, directions to the nearest supermarket, and local bus/tram stops.close

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by Setro – posted on Mar 29, 2006

1

a few days the water was nearly cold; this happened in the morning, but also in the evening. this was the only downside, i would recommend the hostel to anybody, if the water were warm.

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by bleurs – posted on Mar 7, 2006

1

Is an excellent location and lovely friendly owners. Rooms can be a bit cold though if staying in winter months, but would be wonderful in summer.

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by missmel4866 – posted on Mar 2, 2006

4

-the lady in charge was super nice -the building is rather old

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by gmben – posted on Jan 30, 2006

1

The staff is very nice and helpful in welcoming you and orienting you towards the city's sights. The location in Baixa is ideal for females traveling alone as it is well lit, safe and difficult to get lost at night. A few caveats: it can get very cold at night, insulation is poor so make sure... more The staff is very nice and helpful in welcoming you and orienting you towards the city's sights. The location in Baixa is ideal for females traveling alone as it is well lit, safe and difficult to get lost at night. A few caveats: it can get very cold at night, insulation is poor so make sure they provide you with a working space heater when you arrive. Also they are quite stringent about the 72 hour cancellation policy so if you are traveling during the low season when there are more rooms available around lisbon I would avoid booking your whole trip in advance until you have seen the place and are satisfied. Its a decent deal if you want a safe and cheap place to sleep that's a step up from a dorm-style hostel. But don't expect too much beyond that. Linens, curtains and blankets are a bit old and dingy.close

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by supermiran – posted on Jan 17, 2006

1

thank you for our warm + friendly days. good luck ralf+antonella

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by ralfkp – posted on Jan 10, 2006

1

if you`re coming from overseas or from countries with a higher standard take into consideration that there is no heating (which is quite normal in Portugal & Spain) and in December it can get quite cold.

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by martin1505 – posted on Dec 12, 2005

1

I was more than happy with my stay, the location is excellent, stuff friendly & the place has it´s charm.

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by Danasia – posted on Dec 2, 2005

5

This hostel really made our stay wonderful. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The location was really great and it was very easy to get to from the metro station -- only about a 5 minutes walk. We had a four person room and it was great! Yes, there were a lot of stairs, but it really was... more This hostel really made our stay wonderful. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The location was really great and it was very easy to get to from the metro station -- only about a 5 minutes walk. We had a four person room and it was great! Yes, there were a lot of stairs, but it really was worth it!! It was also great to be able to leave our bags for the day and come and get them later that evening -- for 2 euros it was a really nice thing to not have to worry about them for the day. The bathrooms (2) were small, but clean. The women's shower was broken, but it was actually a nice thing because the men's shower was about 3 times the size of the women's. The staff was helpful and we really couldn't have asked for more!close

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by Kkrush – posted on Nov 8, 2005

2

J'ai reçu un très bon accueil dans cette pension. C'est une pension sans prétention située en plein centre ville (quartier Baixa), très facile d'accès quand on arrive à Lisbonne en train ou en avion. J'y ai trouvé une petite chambre pas trop chère (bien qu'un peu sombre). Le petit... more J'ai reçu un très bon accueil dans cette pension. C'est une pension sans prétention située en plein centre ville (quartier Baixa), très facile d'accès quand on arrive à Lisbonne en train ou en avion. J'y ai trouvé une petite chambre pas trop chère (bien qu'un peu sombre). Le petit déjeuner m'a été offert plusieurs jours. La gérante est toujours prête à répondre à vos questions.close

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by caren9839 – posted on Sep 27, 2005

1

The staff were very kind and very friendly. The women's washroom was out of order when we visited so unfortunately there was only one shower/toilet for everyone in the pensao. It got dirty quite quickly...

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by stere – posted on Sep 26, 2005

2

The pension is ideally situated for central Lisbon and the owner is very warm and friendly. Breakfast is generous and there's a good resource of guides and maps and info to look at. The bed in number 12 was very comfortable. The building is old and a bit worn, and furnishings match this and add... more The pension is ideally situated for central Lisbon and the owner is very warm and friendly. Breakfast is generous and there's a good resource of guides and maps and info to look at. The bed in number 12 was very comfortable. The building is old and a bit worn, and furnishings match this and add character. Unfortunately, the plumbing's erratic, and our 'ensuite' shower wasn't useable. The outflow leaked into the room and caused terrible smells. This stopped when we started using one of the 2 communal bathrooms. Then one of these developed plumbing problems, so all 12 rooms had to use one bathroom. We were probably lucky and always found it free. Our room was cleaned on our second day od 5, but for the remaining three wasn't touched. As we'd been to the beach and brought some sand back with us, it made the rest of our stay there a bit grubby. On our last day, the owner apologised for the room not having being cleaned that day, as the cleaning girl had a day off, so I assumed that it was meant to have been cleaned everyday We had a balcony which offered an interesting view of the street and all its activities. It can get quite noisy from nearby restaurant music but we found this a pleasant distraction rather than an annoyance. There's no a/c, but we often got a breeze to freshen the air. The residence is on the 4th floor with no elevator, so you need to be fit enough to carry your luggage and yourself up there. The Aljubarrota's best attributes were it's location and friendly staff.close

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by PatMca – posted on Sep 20, 2005

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