Almaria Ex Libris, LisbonAlmaria Ex Libris in Lisbon, Portugal has a corrected score of 4.2 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 14 of 162 hotels we score in Lisbon. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.4 before correction: Booking.com 4.4, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 4.8.Almaria Ex Libris offers 18 apartments across six floors in Lisbon's Chiado district, a short walk from Rossio Square and the Santa Justa Elevator. The one, two and three-bedroom suites are decorated with a nod to the area's literary heritage and come with air conditioning, TVs and kitchens, and room service is available. Breakfast is served daily with freshly baked bread, and car rental can be arranged for guests who want to explore beyond the centre. The location suits travellers who want to be in the middle of things: shops, restaurants and nightlife are all close by, which also means the streets outside can stay lively late. Public transport links are easy to reach from the door.What stands out

Spacious, clean and well-equipped apartments

Central Chiado location near major landmarks

Daily breakfast with freshly baked bread

Helpful, attentive staff

Watch out for

Nightlife nearby may disturb light sleepers

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