Just returned from a 3 day trip to Lisbon staying at the hotel tivoli. The hotel was in a good location very easy to walk the city and see the sights. Room was average, clean etc but not 5 star standard. Prices for drinks in the whisky bar were above average, I paid 5 euros for a coffee and for the amount of people staying in the hotel very few were eating or drinking in the restaurants or bars. I would recommend the restaurant La Caffe approximately 5 minutes walk from the hotel same side of street. I have to say the breakfast was excellent, internet accesss is in the lobby area and is for free. Staff are pleasant and helpful - looking at other hotels in the city I have to say this is worth staying in especially if you can get a good deal like I did booking through the internet. The aeroport bus (no 91) stops near the hotel and cost 3 euros one way from the airport.

We spent three nights at the Hotel Tivoli Lisboa at the beginning of February 2005 and thoroughly enjoyed it. The breakfast buffet was of the highest quality and the fresh fruits, meats, cereals, (I could go on)...were all in top form. It really made the difference not having to concern ourselves with where to go eat first thing in the morning. We could just walk downstairs and everything we could wish for was laid out in front of us.

On our first night there wasn't a non-smoking room available, so we were put into a smoking room for one night. But, we couldn't smell the difference. Everything was clean and tidy. The bathroom had all the essentials with plenty of towels and hot water. The staff were friendly and attentive...we felt spoilt by the end of our long weekend. Highly recommended, especially if you can get a good rate as part of a package deal.

I think in some aspects it is a 5 star hotel (good service, great breakfast) but the rooms are more of a 4 star (like in many other 5 stars all over Europe, I must say). The bathroom was tiny to say the least, all furniture was on the old side, heavy curtains and all... . Other thing, I had booked through Expedia and the hotel did not have any reservation, they gave me a room anyway and did not ask for money (so they probably spoke to Expedia in the meantime), however I'm wondering what would have happened if they had been full....
For the rest, good service (I had left a book in the room and they found it and gave it to me afterwards). Great thing is the location at walking distance from the central squares, which few other hotels can offer.

Stayed here for 2 nights from 3rd to 5th Dec. I agree with other reviews that it is more of a 3-4 star hotel rather than 5*. Room was basic and the double bed was really small. Bathroom was clean but there was mould on the grout and tiles were cracked. Breakfast was really good - buffet style with lots of different kind of bread, juices, cereal, and a vast selection of hot and cold dishes. We had lunch once in the main restaurant downstairs which was ok. Had dinner at the terrace grill bar with lovely views and fantastic service though I must warn that the terrace grill is definitely not for people on budget.

Location wise this hotel is very well placed compared to Marriott/Sheraton or Ritz but I dont think I will be returning here given the choice.