Independente Principe Real, LisbonIndependente Principe Real in Lisbon, Portugal has a corrected score of 3.3 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 112 of 162 hotels we score in Lisbon. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.3 before correction: Booking.com 2.9, Tripadvisor 3.7, Agoda 3.4.Independente Principe Real is a 103-room boutique hostel located in a renovated 19th-century palace. It sits on the edge of the Bairro Alto and Príncipe Real districts. The building features a terrace with views of the Tagus River and São Pedro de Alcântara, alongside a restaurant and a private beer garden. Guests can walk to Rossio Square and Avenida da Liberdade. The property suits travellers looking for a bohemian atmosphere near local nightlife and dining. While the setting is historic, the rooms are small and offer basic furnishings rather than high-end luxury.What stands out

Rooftop bar with river views

Central location near nightlife

On-site restaurant and beer garden

Historic palace building

Watch out for

Compact room sizes

Basic room furnishings

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