ALTIS AVENIDA HOTEL is a retro urban chic boutique hotel, with architecture and decoration inspired by the portuguese ’40s, where past and future meld in a unique atmosphere of charm and glamour.
The hotel is located in the center of Lisbon near the famous square Rossio and Praça dos Restauradores.
ALTIS AVENIDA HOTEL belongs to the Portuguese ALTIS hotel group, founded in the 70s by Fernando Martins together with his son and daughter, and is one of the largest hotel groups in Lisbon.
ROSSIO SQUARE LANDMARK
ALTIS AVENIDA HOTEL was built in Lisbon’s 1940s heyday by acclaimed architect Cristino Silva, and became a hotel in 2011.
Hotel faces the Avenida da Liberdade on one side and the neo-manueline, horseshoe-arched Rossio station on the other.
Opposite the Rossio train station and an easy 10-minute taxi ride from the airport, the ALTIS AVENIDA HOTEL puts right in the heart of 19th-century Lisbon, with designer shops lining the boulevards and the attractive waterfront just minutes away.
The ALTIS group, which is engaged in the restoration of the hotel, ensured its Portuguese modernism remained intact, including its retro façade and staircase. Interiors use marble and mirrors, mixing black, white and gold for the urban chic feel inspired by 1940’s glamour.
With sophisticated and intimate decor and views over Lisbon and the Saint George Castle ALTIS AVENIDA HOTEL is the right place for discovering Lisbon.
ROSSIO SUITE
ALTIS AVENIDA HOTEL have 5 Suites and 113 Rooms, “dressed” in a cosy retro chic with alluring atmosphere. The rooms are spread over six floors in different colors: mauve, green, beige and tobacco and some have panoramic balconies.
One of the hotel’s five beautiful suites called “Rossio Suite” overlooking the magnificent Avenida da Liberdade. Light and spacious living room with bright terracotta soft linen, gilded furnishings, dark carpeting exudes a special chic and elegance.
The bedroom has a double bed with a leather headboard, egyptian cotton bedding is exquisitely soft, and light fittings and stools are trimmed with gold in a nod to Art Deco. The room has all the amenities for a comfortable stay: Nespresso coffee machine, Air conditioning, Free WIFI Internet, Electronic Safe, Mini-bar, Full HD LCD TV with digital guest service, Work station.
The bathroom is made of light marble, toiletries from the Damana brand, Hairdryer, Slippers, Bathrobe.
CITY VIEW BREAKFAST
Breakfast is served on the top floor of the hotel where restaurant with an open terrace and a beautiful view of the city is located.
Shades of blue and white are reflected in the interior design, as well as original Portuguese azulejos (tiles) which date back to the 12th century and depict Lisbon before the earthquake.
Here you will be offered regional hams and cheeses, pastries and breads, vegetables and fruits, as well as traditional European breakfast — eggs, bacon, sausages.
Variety of drinks is available for the guests: freshly squeezed juices, tea & coffee, Portuguese sparkling wine.
ROSSIO GASTROBAR
The Rossio Gastrobar has one of the most amazing panoramic views of Lisbon’s historic center.
Bold black-and-white chairs and turquoise stools cover both the rooftop terrace with views up to the castle, and the interiors.
You can enjoy the signature cuisine helmed by Michelin-starred Chef João Rodrigues here, in a sophisticated laid-back ambience of fantastic terrace.
In the Photo: Chef João Bessa Correia
João Rodrigues’ right hand and the one responsible for the kitchen of Rossio Gastrobar is talented young chef João Bessa Correia.
All meals are in line with the bar concept and are flawlessly executed.
Correctly selected wines with an emphasis on Portuguese producers unveil the individuality of each dish.
MENU HIGHLIGHTS
Perfect aperitif cocktail to start the terrace evening is MANGO — Tequila, mango, lemon, chipotle.
Along with Aperitif you may taste gourmet Bites to whet your appetite, placed on a hand-crafted wooden rack:
– Crispy prawn from Algarve with coriander mayonnaise;
– Oxtail croquettes with homemade mustard;
– Brioche, smoked eel, horseradish mayonnaise, chives and lime sauce;
Absolute bestseller and 100% Vegan dish on the menu — Cauliflower, sesame, chickpeas, and hazelnut salad;
Recommended wine: Baga e Pinot, Niepoort Redoma Rosé, Douro, Portugal 2020
Warm starter — Grilled Amberjack with lemon and capers sauce, toasted bread with herbs flavoured butter
Recommended wine: Lacrau, Moscatel galego branco, Douro, Portugal
Main Seafood dish — Squid with shiitake mushrooms and citrus butter sauce;
Recommended wine: Lagoalva Reserva Arinto & Chardonnay, Tejo, Portugal, 2020
Guest’s favorite and must-try not only for burger fans — Dry-aged hamburger with cheese, cornichons and watercress;
Served with French fries;
Recommended wine: Cortes de Cima 2 Terroirs Tinto, Syrah e Pinot Noir, Aragonés, Portugal
Chef’s selection of Desserts: “Dulce de leche”, banana and ‘Maria’ cookie;
Or more refreshing and fruity — Strawberry, cream and meringue;
Recommended sweet wine for the desserts: Vila de Oeiras 7anos, Carcavelos, Lisbon, Portugal
After dinner you’re still invited to discover cocktail menu, and another highlight to give a try on is TROPICÁLIA — Vodka, banana, limão, Galaxia milk stout;
Opening hours: Wednesday to Sunday from 12.30pm to 00.00pm
SUNDECK CHILL
You can enjoy a relaxing sun bath on the outdoor terrace on the rooftop of the hotel, while enjoying cocktails, alcoholic or soft, prepared by the Rossio Gastrobar bartenders.
Sundeck with its panoramic views over old Lisbon city center and ambient music playing from the speakers is an ideal place for a short escape.
ALTIS AVENIDA HOTEL — AWARDS
- Distinction with Social and Environmental Responsibility stamps | 2015 – 2017 by Portuguese Hospitality Association
- Certificate of Excellence | 2012-2016 by TripAdvisor
- Guest Review Award | 2013-2015 by Booking.com
- Best Hotel Interior for Portugal | 2013 by Internacional Hotel Awards
- Extraordinary | 2015 by Hoteis.com
- ISO 14001 Environmental Certification | 2015 by Portuguese Certification Association
- Country Winner Luxury City Hotel | 2014 by World Luxury Hotel Awards
- Luxury Rooftop View Hotel | 2014 by World Luxury Hotel Awards
Altis Avenida Hotel
Address: Rua 1º Dezembro, 120
1200-360 Lisboa
Contacts: +351 210 440 000;
guestserviceavenida@altishotels.com
Reservations: +351 210 440 000;
reservations@altishotels.com
Instagram: @altishotels; @rossiogastrobar
Editor-in-chief: Patricia Kolari
Text Writer: Marina Timoshevskaya
Technical Director: Evgeny Fedorov
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