Mercador, Lisbon

Description: Mercador

Standing in the heart of historic Lisbon, on one of the oldest and most picturestque streets in the city, Mercador Luxury Apartments are situated in a magnificently restored palace, the Palácio do Mercador ("Merchant's Palace"), originally built in 1565. After a long and illustrious history and a renovation process that lasted five years, Mercador offers luxurious accommodation in uniquely decorated suites.

A magnificent spot for fulfilling stays in this spectacular city, Mercador Luxury Apartments are just a short walk from both the Avenida and Restauradores metro stations, and is within easy reach of many of Lisbon's most important landmarks, including the Praça Dom Pedro IV, the D. Maria II National Theatre, the Torel Gardens, and a number of the city's famous funicular railways - the Ascensor do Lavra and the Elevator de Glória. Guests will find countless cafés, restaurants, theatres and up-market boutiques in the streets around the hotel.

Mercador has luxuriously furnished and decorated suites, each with a fully equipped kitchenette including a coffee machine, refrigerator and all kitchen utensils. A complimentary breakfast basket is included in all rates.

Type of rooms: Mercador

Suite D. Fernando - Superior Apartment:
Size 50 square meters for up to 4 people. Living room area, dining area, bathroom, kitchenette (fitted), terrace, air conditioning, complimentary toiletries, shower, TV, iron/ironing board (on request), Internet access (high speed). The suite recreates the atmosphere of the romantic style brought to Portugal by King Fernando II who reigned from 1836 to 1855.

Suite D. Manuel - Standard Studio:
This suite features the elements so typical of the ''Manueline'' style: floral motifs, animals and elements used in day-to-day activities by the Portuguese navigators, such as ropes and anchors. One large double bed and one sofa bed. This suite can accommodate up to three guests. Suite size 39 sq m.
Suite D. João - Standard Studio:
Suite D. João, inspired by the Portuguese "Joanino" baroque style, seeks to convey the feeling of that rich and fortunate period, through the theatrical symmetry of space, the stuccos, and the excellence of the wood carvings and tile work. This room can accommodate two guests. Suite size 40 sq m.

The standard studios feature a living area; dining area; bathroom; kitchenette; hair-dryer; air-conditioning; complimentary toiletries; television; iron/ironing board (on request); complimentary Internet access; bathtub; iPod docking station.

Suite D. Maria - Superior One-Bedroom Apartment:
The D. Maria suite, features the Neoclassical style of the period of Queen D Maria I, with its original ceilings, and a unique combination of colours, textures, and elegant antique-style furnishings. This suite can accommodate up to four guests, and features a separate bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, a living room and a dining area with a second bathroom, and a fully equipped kitchenette. Suite size 53 sq m.

Additional features include: air-conditioning; complimentary toiletries; hair-dryer; television; iron / ironing board (on request); complimentary Internet access; bathtub; iPod docking station.

Additional information: Mercador