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Family Macedo

Lisbon · Portugal

Rua Palmira, 44View location

7.8/10Very good531 Reviews
Cleanliness8.4/108.4
Service8.6/108.6
Comfort7.2/107.2
Condition7.4/107.4
Location7.8/107.8
Neighborhood7.2/107.2
Amenities7.8/107.8
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About Family Macedo

Visitors will enjoy a peaceful and calm stay at Family Macedo as it counts with a total of 15 guest rooms. There is no 24-hour reception.

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With a stay at Family Macedo B&B, you'll be centrally located in Lisbon, within a 5-minute drive of Rossio Square and Avenida da Liberdade. This bed & breakfast is 11.1 mi (17.8 km) from Costa da Caparica Beach and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Marquis of Pombal Square.

Make yourself at home in one of the 4 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Your room comes with a Select Comfort bed. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Concierge
Entertainment
Non-smoking

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 4:00 PM
Check-in until 8:00 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators No alcohol served onsite No front desk LGBTQIA+ friendly Professional property host/manager Guests must provide health documentation Guests must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
    • Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
    • Alcohol is not served at this property.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
    • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
    • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
  • Special Instructions
    There is no front desk at this property. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The host will greet guests on arrival. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. Guests should notify this property at least 24 hours in advance of their anticipated arrival time. This property allows no late check-in whatsoever.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
    • This property accepts cash
    • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
    • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
    • Property Registration Number 64213/AL
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Spoken Language

    German

    Portuguese

    English

    Italian

    Polish

    French

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Avenida Almirante Reis 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Senhora do Monte Viewpoint 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Hospital Dona Estefania 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Martim Moniz Square 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Hospital Sao Jose 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Figueira Square 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Coracao de Jesus 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Rua das Portas de Santo Antão 1.4 km / 0.8 mi
Rossio Square 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Monastery of São Vicente de Fora 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Dom Pedro IV Statue 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Rua Augusta 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Avenida da Liberdade 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Coliseu dos Recreios 1.5 km / 1 mi
Feira da Ladra Flea Market 1.6 km / 1 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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Room types

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST

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    Family Macedo

    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: DBL.ST

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  • Room THREE BEDSRoom • THREE BEDSROO.3B

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    Family Macedo

    Room THREE BEDS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    THREE BEDS

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    Room code: ROO.3B

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  • Room ONE BEDRoom • ONE BEDROO.1B

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    Family Macedo

    Room ONE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room
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    ONE BED

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    Room code: ROO.1B

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  • Double or Twin STANDARDDouble or Twin • STANDARDDBT.ST

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    Double or Twin STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.ST

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Family Macedo

7.8
Very good
531 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.4 /10
Service
8.6 /10
Comfort
7.2 /10
Condition
7.4 /10
Location
7.8 /10
Neighborhood
7.2 /10
Amenities
7.8 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jun 2026
Jason
Antonio is an extremely friendly & helpful host as are his lovely staff who couldn't of been more welcoming, lovely furniture in our room, great indoor parking & perfect location to walk into town

Many thanks
Jay & Ni
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 May 2026
Linda
The hospitable host makes our stay worthwhile. Very accommodating, very helpful, anticipating our needs being first time visitors in Lisbon.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 May 2026
Salvatore
Older property, has its charm. Well located didn't even use the train. Walked everywhere. Antonio was very helpful. Definately would stay again.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 May 2026
Marietta
Antonio is a fantastic host! He speaks multiple languages, friendly, kind, very helpful with information! The house is unique furnished with beautiful antiques! Very well located! It was a delight to stay at his guest house!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2025
Pius
Sntonio was extremely helpeful.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Feb 2025
CATALIN
Nice room, close to all attractions.
Leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
15 Nov 2024
Tahir

Bad experience and stay in Lisbon

Not so good, dirty and small washroom, bed not comfortable. The owner is only interested in making money. No lift at this place. Stairs are dark and in a bad shap. Absolutely uncomfortable place. The description given by the owner is deseptive and false.
8/10
Excellent
15 Jun 2024
Fan
This building was more than a century old! Many of the furnitures in the room are antiques too! The room is fine, othen than the fact the there is no private bathroom - 3 rooms share one in each of the two floors. The bathroom is in disrepair and the walls had water leak marks. Someone may not accept this as condition for hostal, but for a 100 yrs old building, can't argue much. Location is prime. Very convenient for transportation, dining, grocery, laundry, touring etc. The host Antonio was very helpful, and provided
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2024
Darcy
This place quickly feels like home. The owner is very helpful and accommodating and can offer you lots of great suggestions. The room furnishings are so beautiful - lots of attention to detail.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
21 Dec 2023
David
Couple century old apartments. Rustic and what you’d hope for in an old part of Europe.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
28 Sep 2023
Basem
The hotel is conveniently located and within easy reach of the major attractions. The staff are very helpful and friendly, providing a great service.
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
05 Apr 2022
Richard

Rustic property that is not a B & B! (Room Only!)

Don't be fooled by the B & B in the title! What breakfast? There is only tea/coffee & sugar on display. Everything else you have to buy yourself.
This rustic property with antique furniture is a cross between an Air B&B to a Hostel. Good North/Central location. If you don't mind sharing the two bathrooms (ceiling mould in one) and one kitchen, then this is for you! By the way, you will be sharing two other rooms. Our first night was cold so kept my fleece on top of P & Js. It's going to be Hotels all the way from now on for us!
Partner
2/10
Poor
05 Nov 2019
Verified traveler
It’s terrible property. Only rat can live there. I should delete it from Expedia.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Oct 2019
Jim
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The BnB is in a perfect location near the trams, castle, and Alfama old town area of Lisbon. Antonio, the host, was very helpful in getting us checked in. He also gave us many useful tips for sightseeing, transportation, and dining in Lisbon. He even gave us a short tour by car when we arrived of the area near the hotel.
Our room was large and well equipped for our needs, and the underground free parking was easy to access and navigate. Best of all the Bnb is loaded with character and charm - an old Lisbon townhouse full of antique furniture. And it is very affordable! We loved our stay at the Macedo Family B&B and are very happy to recommend it to others.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
28 Aug 2019
Emmanuel
Nice spacious clean rooms with antique furniture, the owner/manager is very nice, he helped with the bags and even gave me a ride to the airport.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Aug 2019
JoseLuis
I liked Antonio’s attitude. Very helpful and kind. I had a very pleasant time in Lisboa, mostly thanks to him
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
Really clean and well located , i will definately recommend it
Leisure Friends
6/10
Pleasant
02 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
Great location. Parking space is a plus.
Beautiful home.

Bad sides: the doors are really LOUD so whenever someone is entering the floor you’re in, you’ll wake up. Also, the cathedral/church next door rings its bell very often and very early... There’s too many religious signs in the room which is kind of weird if you’re not into religious things. Finally, there was no “real” breakfast. Just some okd cereals, some coffee/tea... disappointing breakfast.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2019
NANCY

Great location

Great location in Lisbon near major street that leads down to heart of historical area, ocean, etc. and walkable in 10-20 minutes. Also near metro stops, groceries, restaurants, and money exchange site. Older building, so stairs sort of a pain to deal with, but nice bedroom, shared bathroom, and great kitchen and dining areas. Many keys needed to enter bldg, floor, and room, and while sort of annoying, at least facility felt very secure. Great hosts and cleaning crew with suggestions as to what to see in Lisbon.
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2019
Xavier

DeepDive in Lisbon

Very friendly and helpful host.
6/10
Pleasant
11 May 2019
Hanna

The owner was amazing

The weather was rainy my husband was sick
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 May 2019
Verified traveler

NIce place

The Family Maceto is run by its owner Antonio. Antonio is very helpful and has good information about the city. There are no private bathrooms but the two bathrooms are being kept very clean at all times and are conveniently located. There is a kitchen available for general use and the basics, bread, butter, coffee and marmalade are provided for all the guests.The room was comfortable and although it was on the street side, noise of the street did not bother us and was not disturbing. The place is located close to the subway and other public transportation and also within walking distance (20 minutes or so) to some of the interesting sights in Lisbon. One can find a supermarket and several decent restaurant in the direct neighborhood. Overall I would say that this is a nice basic place.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
Lovely property in the heart of Lisbon with beautiful interiors.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
23 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
Lovely property in the heart of Lisbon and not far from the airport
8/10
Excellent
08 Mar 2019
Terry
Hostess was most helpful throughout the stay. She gave us detailed and helpful information as to what to see and how to get around the city. Garage parking was available. One block from subway and from tram line. Rooms were furnished with very nice, antique furniture.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Jan 2019
Verified traveler
The owner was always ready to help. The rooms were furnished with beautiful antiques. All rooms and bathrooms were very clean. Free parking too.
4/10
Poor
13 Nov 2018
Verified traveler

Ugh

I’ve used Hotels.com for years, and have always had great experiences, and written good reviews -not so this time. I was there for five nights with a friend. Our first
“oh no” was during check-in. We felt practically held hostage in the little office while the manager(owner??) talked on and on for almost an hour, often putting down Americans for their habits and food choices. Not quite the welcome we hoped for. We always tried to be quiet in the hallway walking by his office, hoping that he wouldn’t come out and start talking on and on again.
The facility was ok, clean enough. One issue was that there was only one hair dryer for the whole place. It was never available -we went for days not being able to locate it, and just skipped washing our hair. Not a good feeling.
The internet did not work at all in our room - we spent hours standing in the hallway at all hours, waving our phones in the air trying to get a connection. Not good for trying to do our travel research, or communicate with friends/ family back in the US.
On the last full day, a fuse was blown and the electricity went out as we were all getting up and ready for the day. I chatted with a gal on hotels.com who said he was on his way to check it out - but we found out later that he was a few hundred km away... the girl in charge was yelling at him on the phone -it was chaotic and not pleasant for us. Would never stay there again, or recommend.
Friends
2/10
Poor
12 Oct 2018
Jennifer

Horrible bed, not worth convenient parking

Overall we were very disappointed because the bed was horrible! The bed was very very hard and small. I suspect that it is antique, like all the rest of the furniture, but I could barely sleep and got horrible neck pain.
It was difficult to tell if the shared bathrooms were clean as they were old and needed a bit of updating.
Breakfast is not actually served, but some milk bread and Jam were left in the kitchen.
The owner is very nice and helpful. The parking was also very convenient!
Also note only one room has air conditioning so you will need to request that room if you like air conditioning.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Oct 2018
Verified traveler

Hidden Gem

Real Lisbon and the rooms are so well kept with fab antiques-amazing .The staff couldnt have been more helpful .
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Oct 2018
Verified traveler

Beautiful traditional portugese place.

Thoroughly enjoyed staying here. Good location even though a little out of town. Beautiful furniture. Nice and cozy.
8/10
Excellent
24 Sep 2018
Mariam

Enjoyed stay.

Enjoyed my stay. Convenient location. Owner very helpful. Parking available on property.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Sep 2018
Verified traveler

A good nights stay in central Lisbon

Cosy bed and breakfast, friendly staff who gave a lot of information on places to see/visit/dine/drink.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
07 Sep 2018
Ieva
Close to city center, possibility to make a late check-in. The owner gave us a lot intesting information about the city.
2/10
Poor
01 Sep 2018
Verified traveler

For heavy sleepers only

I had a horrible time here overall. Some positives: it’s a charming house and is well-located. But two big negatives. First, it's very noisy – other guests’ footsteps, bathroom visits, snores, etc, all echo through the whole place. Also the room I was in was not light insulated. Not sure if some of the rooms might be better, which brings me to the second negative. I asked twice to change rooms. The first time my weariness was dismissed (it was suggested it must be my problem because I must live in the countryside – I live in a bigger city than Lisbon…). The second time, which was late-ish in the evening, the manager told me he was leaving for his place ‘in the country’ in the morning but would leave a note for the other staff to move me to another room. I had to go meet a work colleague the next day and couldn’t find any staff in the morning, despite a quite extensive search, so packed my bag hoping they could move it between other guests checking in and out. I reiterated my request in an email as well. Found out when I got back that evening that the manager never bothered to pass on the message and the emails were ignored (or were only accessible to the manager who wasn’t there?). So I was uncomfortable and unhappy staying here because even though the manager comes across as really helpful (I think he likes to give advice) they don’t seem to care if people actually have problems. So ok for heavier sleepers (who don’t mind some mansplaining). Lighter sleepers should avoid.
8/10
Excellent
05 Aug 2018
Verified traveler
Quaint property. Family run. Helpful with information about Lisbon.
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jul 2018
Lukasz
The room was great, shared bathroom did not bothere us. Just the club outside the property was closing everyday at 2 am...Private parking great, locatin great. Be back for sure
8/10
Excellent
26 Jun 2018
Leanne

Convenient location & facilities

Conveniently located near the metro & tram stop 12 & easy 15 min walk into centre. Owner sent detailed information of how to get to B & B beforehand which was helpful. Great little kitchen you could use anytime & nice courtyard area. Could be a little noisy at night.
8/10
Excellent
26 Jun 2018
Rasa
We were very satisfied with our stay in this hotel ,especially Denise gave us a lot of information about all we were interested in.Antony was also very pleasant and always busy 😂person.We had little misunderstanding with our food in the fridge because someone took our cheese that we bought in the shop so after that we packed our private food in our bags and wrote notice that it was private.We recommend this hotel to everyone who wants to have nice time in so fantastic city and wish to see a lot because it’s only 15 minutes to go to the center and there’s metro 🚇 station 5minutes from it.We recommend also to buy Lisbon card.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
13 Jun 2018
Oluf
Parking free in private garage. Very nice people. Metro and the old tram nearby.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jun 2018
Verified traveler
Near metro, close to town center. Use of kitchen anytime. Basics supplied. Old but classy building inside. Great staff.
8/10
Excellent
02 Jun 2018
Verified traveler
We only got to stay the 2nd night. Our flight was delayed by a day and we were able to access the room at a very early time on Thursday. It was an easy trip from the airport by metro. Very good directions given by the b&B. The antiques were lovely, but the bed squeeked too much. We had the suite with two beds so my husband and I each took a bed to lessen the squeeking.
10/10
Exceptional
23 May 2018
Rod

A Portugese Gem

We enjoyed our stay, the guesthouse is traditional and very friendly. We would certainly return again.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
22 May 2018
Y
close to subway
10/10
Exceptional
10 May 2018
Catherine

Beautiful Property

Book this B&B to feel like you're staying with a local family! The apartment is situated a short 10-15 minute walk to the main attractions, but along the way, you'll bump into life outside the tourist area. Super comfortable beds, clean (shared) bathrooms in the hallway, very secure home. Enjoy coffee or tea in their large inner courtyard space and grab a pastry from a local bakery down the street. I would definitely stay here again!
10/10
Exceptional
03 May 2018
Verified traveler
Great B&B, about 15mins walk to the city centre (Rossio Square) location was great, 5mins walk to Metro station, the owner was really helpful and recommends good places to visit and eat in the city. I would highly recommend this place for anyone who’s visiting Portugal-Lisbon.
8/10
Excellent
30 Apr 2018
Joseph

Good value in Lisbon

Antonio and Sebina worked hard to be gracious hosts at this property. This was a good value for us because we were stuck with a rental car and they have a parking garage in the building that you can park for free with easy access. This is more of a guest house/hostel than a B&B, although there are some basic items available in the shared kitchen. The bathrooms are shared, which was only a minor inconvenience for us, but might be a problem for some. Walls are thin, so
you can hear other guests. Close to public transportation, historic areas and shopping.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
17 Apr 2018
Frank

Overall, great value and great service!

PROS: Communications are top-notch. Once confirmed, you receive instructions emailed to you, with helpful tips and nearby recommendations while visiting Lisbon. Sabina checked me in efficiently and provided me with helpful info to orient me as a first-time tourist in Lisboa. Rooms are decorated with antique furniture, and all that is advertised in the pictures for the hotel booking is accurate. Rooms are clean. The room and bed were extremely comfortable. My room was located towards the back so it was very quiet at night. Free parking for my rental car was extremely helpful in this city of scarce parking. The building was located only 2 blocks away from the main street, which is flat. Therefore, one did not have to walk up too many steep hills to return home.

CONS: Amenities are not modern, but it was to be expected from the description. Also, Old Town Lisbon is only a 15-20 minutes walk away, but the neighborhood felt dark and gritty. Or that could just be the current economic state of Old Town Lisbon. But I felt completely safe within the building.

Overall, good value and great service!
10/10
Exceptional
13 Apr 2018
Louise

Unique

Not to everyone's taste but I loved the feeling of being transported in time. The rooms are filled with beautiful antique Portuguese furniture. We were given a choice of rooms after parking our car in the secure garage. Antonio was wonderful and helpful, a very interesting man. We enjoyed chatting to house guests from Sweden in the morning. I would stay here again.
2/10
Poor
02 Apr 2018
Mark

Don't do it

Hotel over sold itself. We were not given the garden view room we booked (instead we got concrete walls). The free breakfast was of such poor quality we did not eat it. The WiFi did not function in our room and even in the dining room it dropped the signal every few minutes. There was no room to relax in as advertised. There was a dining room that was so small that four large people could only just sit round the table. Usually my reviews lean on the positive side but I can not in good conscience suggest anybody use this establishment. A good nights sleep is impossible you can hear every sneeze and snore from nearby rooms. There are clear glass windows above the bedroom doors which means no darkness in the rooms. There is no heating or cooling so don't stay in winter or summer.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Oct 2017
Verified traveler

I love the hostel!

The hotel is clean and comfortable. The manager is a most helpful man and leave you nothing to guessing. Beside he is a very nice man. The crew are efficient. The hostel is in an mixed emigrant and colorful part of the city. It is close to restaurants and cafes and is walking distance to the center of the city and the water. My room has beautiful antique furniture and the bed was very comfortable
10/10
Exceptional
29 Sep 2017
YIT HAN

Great hotel

Hotel location
Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Aug 2017
ArnoldI'llbebck

Just what the doctor ordered!

I suggest this adult B&B to everyone with a budget in mind. Located in a central area behind a beautiful historic Church, there are metro stations Intendente and Anjos minutes away. Great and affordable restaurants are nearby. The famous Tram28 cart of 1873 era stops very near as well.
We had a lovely experience and will return to the charming Dr.Antonio Macedo who went out of his way to accomodate our every need. Muito Obrigado!
10/10
Exceptional
28 Aug 2017
Keith

Convenient B&B close to the center of Lisbon.

I needed to make a very-last minute reservation in Lisbon when my airbnb host did not show up, and came across the Macedo online. I quickly received a response and made my way to the property. Check-in was quick and the staff both then and afterwards were warm and very helpful with information about the property and any questions I had about the neighborhood and transportation within Lisbon. Both my room and all shared spaces (bathrooms, kitchen, and large patio) were exceptionally clean. I was very pleasantly surprised by my experience, and would have extended my stay if they had additional nights.
6/10
Pleasant
08 Aug 2017
Verified traveler

Okish

This is more like a hostel as opposed to a B&B. It wasn't clearly stated that it was a shared bathroom. The breakfast was literally bread in a bread bin. On the second night, the taxi driver told us to be safe as the area where the hotel is located is dangerous. Nevertheless, the place was clean and close to the city centre. For the price of the hotel especially given that it is located in Lisbon city centre, you could expect much more.
Family
8/10
Excellent
11 Jul 2017
Jo Ellen

Guest house with shared bathroom in Lisbon

Family Macedo Self Catering Guest House is owned and operated by a personable and multi-lingual lawyer, Antonio Macedo. He or his employee Sabina check you in efficiently and provide you with all the info you need about the house and the neighborhood (15-minute walk to downtown or take convenient subway station around the corner a few blocks away. Ask for an interior room as there are some sociable locals who congregate at the store across the street at night and are very loud. The street-front rooms are lovely but you will need to keep the double-paned French windows closed at night causing you to miss the refreshing breeze. (only one night in June I needed to turn on the A/C) The guests I met in the communal dining area were friendly and fun to chat with and most spoke English or tried to if I did not know their language. I especially liked the antique furniture and wood floors of this guest house. Go to Cevejeria Ramiro (famous seafood restaurant) within walking distance and have incredible seafood and beer.
6/10
Pleasant
05 Jul 2017
Verified traveler

All right hotel close to many sites.

A bit noisy both inside and out. The breakfast is spartan at best. The staff, when on the premises, is helpful.

10/10
Exceptional
27 Jun 2017
Catherine

Amazing Stay

We were very happy with the hospitality that was given from the second that we arrived at this hotel. The man working there was so nice and accommodating, providing all the information we needed to have a great stay in Lisbon. Was a perfect location as well close to everything and very safe. Will definitely return if ever in Lisbon again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2017
Michael

Good Value Room, Very Close to Metro Station

I stayed from Monday afternoon (15/5) until Friday morning (19/5) and had a very enjoyable stay in a self-caterting room , which was only a few minutes walk from the Intende Metro station and within easy walking distance of the city centre.

Antonio, the proprietor, set the tone of my stay with a personal briefing, shortly after my arrival, in which he drew on a map places of likely interest to me and warned me to be careful about pickpockets especially on the Metro and trams.

My room was large , with antique furniture, and led directly onto a terrace with tables, chairs and potted plants. Both bathrooms on my floor provided good shower facilities. The kitchen was well provided for making breakfast with sufficient bread, teas and coffee etc. The wifi worked well

On checking out , I was able to leave two bags for collection before my evening flight and when I picked up my luggage, I was asked if I wanted to use the terrace to rest as it had been a hot day.
6/10
Pleasant
17 May 2017
Fion

Unique Building close to transit

The hotel was easy to find and the staff was super friendly. Antonio gave plenty of information regarding where to visit and where to eat. The amenities are clean and well kept with daily housekeeping. The only downside is that there is no elevator. It would be hard for people with mobility problems to get up and down stairs.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Apr 2017
Jim Keating

Very, very convenient!

Couldn't speak highly enough for the help that we received from Antonia & Sabina. They were a great help for anything we asked for and, in return they offered us ideas about how best to get around the local area + Lisbon, in general.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Apr 2017
Lynwen

Wonderful experience

The place is being renovated but that did not interfere with our stay. The furniture and rooms we were given a choice of were wonderful. The furniture is antique and each room was decorated in a particular era.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
30 Mar 2017
Verified traveler
Very easy to access the centre and the metro
8/10
Excellent
21 Mar 2017
Frachon

Nice B&B

Wonderful and kind hospitality from Antonio and Sabine
Partner
8/10
Excellent
12 Mar 2017
Family of five

True Lisbon experience

Short walk to metro and tram, just 3 stops from the heart of the city (practically, walking distance). The host is amazingly accommodating and can guide you to the best places you could see within your budget and time constraints. Indoor parking and church bells in the morning. 18th century building with the 18th century style (and often - origin) furniture. Spacious rooms with inherent (for the building's age) sound proofing issues. Overall staying experience matches the one you would be getting from the city.
6/10
Pleasant
31 Jan 2017
Diana

Budget accommodation that ticks the boxes

This is budget accommodation. It's about a 20 minute walk from central attractions. I didn't feel comfortable walking late at night in this area as a female solo traveler. Possibly better for couples on a budget. Good kitchen facilities. The bathroom is really old and access can be limited in a shared environment. After my stay I relocated to a hotel more centrally for comfort but paid double the price. It depends what your budget is but I was happier with the location and facilities. The owner was very enthusiastic and willing to help.That is a positive. This place is really old, so it won't suit everybody. wi fi is good. The owner lives in the building, good if you need assistance.
4/10
Poor
18 Jan 2017
Jerry

Cheap Noisy Hotel

Pros:
Cheap
Provides Secured Parking

Cons:
Very Noisy
Hard to find
Shared Bathroom
Area Less Than Desirable
Difficult to Park in Parking Garage

Summary: I was by myself and just needed a room to overnight before catching a flight out of Lisbon the following day. Since I was alone I decided to go cheap. Well it seems you get what you pay for, or more accurately you don't get that for which you do not pay.

Even with GPS it was hard to locate the actual building. There's no real sign. When you do show up the place is locked then you have to call somebody to let you in. I stood outside for probably five minutes.
The staff was polite but seemed very overworked.

There was secured parking, fortunate because I imagine you need secured parking in that part of town. It was somewhat difficult to maneuver through their parking garage.

The rooms were old, dingy and the bedding was uncomfortable. Amenities were nonexistent. There was a shared bathroom and a shared kitchen area. I believe there was laundry facilities although I did not use them so I cannot accurately comment.

The area did not seem very inviting after dark. It is certainly not the type of place that I would want to take my friends.

However the most difficult thing was the noise. There was so much noise outside on the street that I basically didn't sleep at all.

Overall I personally would not stay here again. The price is attractive, but the downsides far exceed the value.
8/10
Excellent
27 Oct 2016
CW

Economical

Antonio, the proprietor, will go out of his way to help you with advice on area activities, transportation, etc.
8/10
Excellent
07 Oct 2016
Stephen

Clear and central hotel but more like good hostel

The hotel is good value but is more a hostel than hotel. Rooms are nice with traditional furniture. WIFI wasn't great but was free. Kitchen was nice and had free bread, tea and coffee, plus milk. The staff were very friendly and gave good advice about where to go. The hotel is very near the metro station which is excellent for getting around, it is also near tram route 28 which is a traditional tram. This is nice to get on to see Lisbon but is often crowded and even Lisbon's authorities recommend you watch your purse. Hotel was safe and staff won't be in your room unless you ask, this means you will make your bed but also means that no one else will be in there accept you. Lisbon isn't good for those with walking issues and the hotel has the same problem, no lifts, lots of stairs. Overall and good hotel just don't accept 4 star and you'll be ok.
Partner
2/10
Poor
25 Sep 2016
Liduino

Not recommended for any one

Not good after first night if was another hotel available I will take off
Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Sep 2016
Daniel & Betty

Good location & Nice ppl

The only thing We did not know is to share bathroom out on a hallway.
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jun 2016
Verified traveler

Super location and host

The best thing about the place is the host, we unfortunately stayed for one night on our way back home but he give us so much insight to Lisbon and portugal that we are already planning our next trip there. Location is superb, within walking distance of almost everything. The outside might look warned out but the inside is classic and full of character. There is a kitchen on every floor for guests to use with tea and coffee already on the table. For the price I think I could not find anything better in central lisbon.
6/10
Pleasant
16 Jun 2016
Verified traveler

Good, not great

I enjoyed my stay here, but the hotel definitely isn't in the greatest area. I constantly felt like I was having to walk at a quicker pace in the area right outside the door. Lots of trash in front of the hotel and a few creepy guys. As for the hotel itself, my host was extremely hospitable and knowledgable about Lisbon! The room was solid, but the doors between the rooms allow for ALL sound to travel, so you don't have privacy with that regard. I heard my neighbor's alarm every morning and could hear them breathing in their sleep. Kitchen is nice if you want to make your own breakfast. I would give it a 3.5/5 but this review doesn't let me do half points.
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2016
arturo

old house

very unique old and beutiful furniture exelent staff, no elevators
10/10
Exceptional
26 May 2016
Andreas S

Great and friendly

I had a great experience, stayed four nights at the hotel. The owners were very friendly, and even doubled a tour guide on one occasion. Room was very large with authentic old furniture. Would definitely come back. Downsides: as it is an old building, sound proofing is virtually non-existent.
6/10
Pleasant
07 May 2016
Verified traveler

Great Hospitaliy BUT should be adverised as Hostel

Very good location, within 15min walking distance you are downtown. Very good price and free spacious parking. Antonio the owner is amazing and provides loads of local tips and guidance. Overall it was very clean but they only offered one towel (same for body/face/hands) that was not changed during our 4d stay. Also it should have been advertised in Expedia as Hostel or at least mention that you are sharing the bathroom with others. Finally although is advertised as having breakfast dont expect any real one, there is some frozen bread in the freezer and some butter/marmalade/milk in the fridge. I guess though for the price paid it was still good value for money.
8/10
Excellent
24 Apr 2016
paul

this is not a hotel, its a home.

top notch, great city
10/10
Exceptional
12 Apr 2016
Tom

Great location in centre of Lisbon -

A bit of history in furnishings of hostel, most friendly and helpful host.
2/10
Poor
21 Mar 2016
Verified traveler
The owner s very nice, but the facility is poor, I guess its because its old building.
Family
6/10
Pleasant
23 Nov 2015
Daniel
Ok for sleeping, very kind guy at the reception...
Family
8/10
Excellent
09 Nov 2015
Leon
Overall it was very good
8/10
Excellent
02 Nov 2015
Constance

Quirky,enjoyable,full of character.

Made to feel very welcome by the owner Antonio who was very helpful.Shared kitchen and bathroom,but the way it's laid out made it feel like we had the run of the whole place.Definately not a modern penthouse,but we loved its antique charm.Very clean with nice covered smoking area on lower floor.
10/10
Exceptional
06 Oct 2015
Trevor

Excellent location, extremly helpful staff

8 night holisday in Lisbon
Partner
4/10
Poor
20 Sep 2015
Maria

Good for low budget

Noisy street (at least for the first night). Second day of my stay - I can accept that the bed was not made (I could make it myself), but nobody cared to empty the garbage bin.
Buffet breakfast? Which buffet?! Leftovers from other previous travellers that anybody could help himself/herself from the fridge. Wi-fi in the room very slow. For $30/night - acceptable. Owner (Antonio) and Sabina - very helpful and accommodating.
8/10
Excellent
19 Aug 2015
Ava

Nice , safe , and conivenent

Excellent venue to see all attractions . Very safe. Owner is very helpful. Could do with a bit of paint but the beautiful 17/18 century furniture makes up for that. From airport 9 euro for taxi. Or easy metro ride. I requested lower floor so a bit noisy as close to kitchen and also nice but busy garden area. I stayed 10 days and felt very comfortable. Breakfast is simply bread and jam with tea or coffee. But nice area to eat if you get your own stuff in. Towels provided and lots of shampoo and toiletries around the place to use. Will definitely stay again.
8/10
Excellent
21 Jun 2015
Omer
very convenient location, near metro, nice hotel owner and staff, they are very helpful and informative, i enjoyed staying there.

internet works only in the reception area, first floor.
8/10
Excellent
22 May 2015
Aleksandrs

Great host and a good hotel overall!

Central location but not the best of areas at night, the hotel will not be to everyone's taste as it's old, very hard to find and has no lift for the 5 levels it's got (it was a bit of a pain for us with absolutely dead feet after a full day of walking through Lisbon).

On the upside, we loved the host - he was so warm and welcoming that one would just not believe people like that are still around. He was very proactive and quickly set up some tour routes for us and provided maps and notes for Lisbon, Sintra and other worthwhile attractions en route to Porto. He was even ready to drive us around Lisbon if we got tired of walking - we did not want to bother him with this at the end but his attitude just had that something special.

There a plenty of cooking/seating down facilities with kitchens and outside terraces available to enjoy some snacks and wine in the evening if you do not fancy clubbing all night long

Very well recommended, a great experience but, perhaps, not to everyone's taste!
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
04 Jan 2015
jim

Good location but excellent service from host

It's a share accomodation but own room. Not to be thought as a motel

Very lovely host and I enjoy it.

Wifi is limited to common area. Old staircase and antique furnitures

Stroll away to city
8/10
Excellent
15 Oct 2014
mandy

nice friendly place

It was nice to stay at a local place rather than a big hotel. The parking was partof the deal and was secure (with the family's own car) and the area easy to drive to. We were welcomed and given helpful info about Lisbon and resturants.
Family
8/10
Excellent
05 Oct 2014
Charles

19TH Century Experience

A great experience for anyone into Antiques / Art the building is like stepping back in time. The staff friendly and helpful. Prepared own breakfast in kitchen on our floor and shared bathroom .Not great if you can not manage steep stairs in this old structure (not suitable for wheelchairs) but still a great find in downtown Lisbon.
8/10
Excellent
03 Oct 2014
Nick

Cheap and cheerful in good location

very good value for money, close to metro and walkable to all the main squares. I'm less than 6 foot but I was still too tall for the bed, though other than that it was comfortable. On check-in I wasn't given a code for the wifi, and when I came back to the room there was no-one to ask. The \"buffet breakfast\" was all a bit chaotic - the fridges obviously had lots of food belonging to guests, and it was almost impossible what was supposed to the breakfast for all guests.
But if you're prepared for it's foibles it's a good pace to stay
6/10
Pleasant
23 Sep 2014
Nirmal

Geeat service in less mony

Perfect value for money. Nothing to add. Just enjoyed our stay. Convenient location with respect to the airport.
10/10
Exceptional
28 Aug 2014
Karolina

HIGH FIVE FOR SERVICE&ACCOMODATION&LOCATION!

First of all we were so friendly wellcomed by a manager of hotel. Hi is an amazing person with a huge knowledge about history and city. He gave us very good tips and we always could have a chat and an advice what we can do. The room and whole house were very clean, every day was a houskeeper tided up everything. the whole house is furnished with stylish antiques and we did not feel like in the museum. was a very nice and relaxing atmosphere. the hotel location is very convienent. just 5 minut walk to metro, famous tram stop is just nearby. Fab!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Aug 2014
Vinay

Fantastic service, great value

Will definitely stay here on the next trip, very helpful staff, went out of their way to explain each and every detail about the City, Metro, and tourist attractions, very convenient location less than 5 minutes walk to the Metro, Arrival instructions from the Hotel were of great help...Can not beat the overall value!
8/10
Excellent
27 Jul 2014
Verified traveler

Very central and good value

Staff is very lovely and helpful. Building is old and they do everything possible to make your stay as pleasant as possible. I would go back anytime.
Wifi is very slow and only works in certain sports, more router recommended to expand signal.

Housekeeping doesn't do rooms. A fresh towel everyday would be good.
8/10
Excellent
15 Jul 2014
Verified traveler
The owner was super nice and helpful ! The location doesn't look like super nice area but safe with walking distance to mice central city areas and room was clean too. The only thing I dislike was the wifi access, I couldn't get any as I lived on 4th floor (lower floors maybe ok) , which was a big problem for me!
6/10
Pleasant
09 Jul 2014
Maria Mascarenhas

Close to metro

Senhor Macedo was a very friendly and helpful guy. He gave us all kinds of maps and directions to see places. This place is very close to the metro which made our stay very comfortable. If I could give Mr.Macedo one suggestion, it would be to include a continental breakfast. All in all it was a very pleasant stay and I would recommend highly to other people.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jun 2014
Mary

Home from Home

This is my second time to stay at Family Macedo. It is a pleasure to stay here, a very warm welcome, beautiful staff and super clean. I would not stay anywhere else in Lisbon. I look forward to my next visit here. They are extremely accommodating, Antonio is helpful to the extreme in giving lots of helpful information about Lisbon transit, places to visit, museums, beaches, restaurants, music, according to the individual tastes. I am very grateful to have found this treasure in Lisbon.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2014
Mary

Comfy, clean and tidy place to stay

The house owner is nice, friendly and helpful. He is always there for helping tourists, give advice and guidance. The room is very clean and tidy, special and antiques decoration. I like the big courtyard and breakfast there in the morning is good. Location is convenient to metro, easy to reach. It is strongly recommended at this good condition and reasonable price to stay.
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jun 2014
Lesley

Family Macedo Lisbon

A special bed and breakfast hotel. Wonderful friendly people , antique Portuguese furnishings and within walking distance of old town. Lovely terrace to enjoy your meals and use of cooker and kitchen. We will definitely stay here again.
8/10
Excellent
01 Jun 2014
Verified traveler

Situated beside Metro

The owner was helpful and kind .

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Family Macedo
Rua Palmira, 44, Lisbon, Portugal

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