Brown's Avenue Hotel
Chic avenida diva
Leafy Liberdade locale
Glamour, history, modernity. Brown’s Avenue Hotel neatly encapsulates its central Lisbon locale. It’s mere steps from one of Europe’s glitziest boulevards, a broad leafy street lined with designer boutiques and grandiose mansions. The discovery of Roman ruins during the hotel’s construction added an unexpected historical twist, and a strikingly contemporary façade and swish modern interiors place it firmly in the 21st century. But this is much more than just a chic, five-star base from which to explore the Portuguese capital. You’ll want to linger in the cosy library, drink in hand and nose in a book, or head up to the shimmering, cactus-lined pool and marvel over views of Lisbon’s famously undulating cityscape.
Facilities
Rooms
44, including 12 suites.
Checkout
Noon, but flexible, subject to availability. Earliest check-in, 3pm.
More Details
Rates do not include breakfast.
Also
All the hotel’s public areas are wheelchair accessible, plus one of the rooms has been adapted for guests with mobility issues.
Free Internet Access
Laundry
Pool
On-Site Restaurant
Room Service
At the Hotel
Swimming pool, free WiFi, concierge, honesty bars, library, meeting rooms. In rooms: Marshall Bluetooth speaker, Roberts radio, TV, fully stocked Smeg minibar, Nespresso coffee machine with free pods, Smeg kettle, slippers, Benamôr toiletries, air-conditioning.
Our Favourite Rooms
We can’t resist a soak with a view, so loved the in-room claw-foot tubs in the Contemporary Junior Suites, which are positioned next to the window. Whether you open the curtains is up to you.
Poolside
An elegant travertine-clad roof terrace is lined with stripy-cushioned loungers and vintage-style parasols. A veritable forest of cacti adds to the desert-oasis feel, plus you can help yourself to the poolside honesty bar while gazing over the Lisbon skyline.
Spa
There’s no spa, but guests get discounted rates at the Holmes Place Palácio Sotto Mayor health club nearby.
Packing Tips
You’ll be kicking yourself if you forget to pack summer swimwear, the rooftop pool is a beauty.
Also
There’s a small museum on site to house all the Roman artefacts they found while building the hotel.
Children
It's glam over pram here – sorry kids, this is adults-only.
Gallery
Food & Drink
Top Table
You can nab a table in the restaurant’s adjoining courtyard for alfresco dining most months of the year.
Dress Code
If you want to match the hotel’s five-star chic, grab something glam from one of the various top-end boutiques on nearby Avenida da Liberdade.
Hotel Restaurant
With its lofty ceilings, tropical flora and cream-coloured travertine walls, the Avenue Restaurant & Bar provides a wonderfully bright and airy setting for all-day dining. The day starts with a continental breakfast buffet and cooked-to-order options. Lunch and dinner menus are centred around Mediterranean gastronomy with an emphasis on Portuguese flavours and ingredients. In between meal times they also serve bar-style snacks and lighter bites.
Hotel Bar
The hotel’s trust in their guests extends to two honesty bars, one next to the rooftop pool and the other part of the library with its tasselled pouffes and collection of books that are more than just decoration. If you’d leave the mixing and pouring to the experts head to the cocktail bar in the restaurant where bar staff are happy to oblige.
Last Orders
10.30pm.
Room Service
You can order up food and drink from a pared-down menu around the clock (for an extra charge).
Planes
Lisbon’s Humberto Delgado Airport is around a 20-minute drive from Brown’s, though double that during rush hour. You can arrange a transfer in advance through the hotel, though rates vary.
Trains
You’re a five-minute stroll from the Avenida station (on the Metro’s blue line) which links directly to Santa Apolónia, Lisbon’s main train station for international connections.
Automobiles
Despite some challenging hills, most visitors to Lisbon don’t feel the need for their own wheels as the city is best explored by foot or tram. If you do arrive by car, however, the hotel offers a valet service and nearby parking for €40 a day.
Worth Getting Out of Bed For
With one of the swankiest shopping streets in Europe practically on your doorstep, a wander along the Avenida da Liberdade to browse its numerous glitzy boutiques is a good place to start stretching your legs (and wallet). Point northwards and you’ll soon find yourself at the splendidly scenic Parque Eduardo VII with its spectacular views and iconic topiary. If you’re hungry for more cityscape panoramas, jump on the tram along the graffiti-lined street of Calçada da Glória and up to the Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara where the whole of Lisbon stretches out around you. To delve into the city’s past, head to nearby Alfama, with its collection of mediaeval landmarks that includes the mighty São Jorge Castle and the 11th-century cathedral. To experience a more hip-and-happening face of the city, the LX Factory is a rejuvenated industrial zone bursting with design workshops, trendy eateries and fashion outlets.
Earn or Redeem Points with World of Hyatt
This Mr & Mrs Smith hotel participates in the World of Hyatt loyalty program. As a member, you can earn and redeem points and enjoy exclusive benefits for qualifying nights. .
