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Checking In…Tivoli Avenida Liberdade Lisboa (Portugal)

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This stylish 5-star hotel located on the Avenida Liberdade has attracted artists, politicians and other dignitaries since the 1930s. Formerly known as the Tivoli Lisboa, the landmark 5-star hotel has recently undergone a total renovation, which has enhanced its classic yet contemporary style. The grand iconic lobby is a well-known meeting place, and the trendy rooftop Sky Bar is a great place to enjoy the panoramic views of the Castelo São Jorge and River Tagus. The lush garden and outdoor pool are a true oasis in the heart of the city.

  • Address: Avenida da Liberdade, 185
  • 10 minute walk to Rossio, the city’s main square
  • 15-20 minute walk or 10 minutes by taxi to the trendy Bairro Alto and Chiado neighborhoods
  • 20-25 minute walk or 10-15 minutes by taxi to Castelo de São Jorge (5th C. castle), Cathedral (12th C.)
  • 15 minutes by taxi to the Jerónimos Monastery (16th C.), Tower of Belém (16th C.), National Coach Museum, Maritime Museum, Age of Discovery Memorial
  • Metro Station: Avenida – 1 block away
  • Train Station: 20 minutes by taxi (Santa Apolonia)
  • Airport: 15 minutes by taxi (7 km)

All rooms with private bath, air conditioning, individual temperature control, telephone, Wi-Fi, hair dryer, flat panel TV, minibar, bathrobe & slippers, room safe

  • 4 Elevators
  • Wheelchair access to hotel
  • Room Service (24 hours)
  • Lobby Bar
  • Cervejaria Liberdade Restaurant
  • Seen Lisboa Restaurant
  • Rooftop Sky Bar (Seasonal ~ Closed October to March)
  • Meeting Facilities to 320 ~ Audiovisual equipment
  • Business Center has workstations with Internet access
  • Outdoor Swimming Pool
  • Fitness Center
  • Anantara Spa
  • Reception (24 hours)
  • Laundry & Dry Cleaning Service
  • Parking (extra charge)
  • 286 guest rooms (10 floors)
  • Deluxe Courtyard View: Room with a Queen/King or 2 Twin beds and views of the patio, located on floors 1-8; approx. 23 m2 (2 guest maximum)
  • Deluxe City View: Room with a Queen/King or 2 Twin beds and views of the city, located on floors 1-8; approx. 23 m2 (3 guest maximum; 2 adults + 1 child)
  • Deluxe Avenue View: Room with a Queen/King or 2 Twin beds and views of the Avenida Liberdade, located on floors 1-8; approx. 23 m2 (3 guest maximum; 2 adults + 1 child)
  • Deluxe Family: Larger room with Queen/King or 2 Twin beds and a sofabed (Full size), with views of the patio, located on floors 3-8; approx. 45 m2 (4 guest maximum; 3 adults or 2 adults + 2 children)
  • Junior Suite: Larger room located on floors 1-8 with views of the Avenida Liberdade or patio. Has a living room with a sofabed, separate bedroom with a Queen/King bed, and bathroom with walk-in shower and bathtub. Guests have access to exclusive VIP lounge; approx. 45 m2 (3 guest maximum)
  • Executive Suite: Larger suite located on floors 1-8 with views of the Avenida Liberdade or city. Suite has a separate bedroom with King bed, living room, walk-in closet, and bathroom with walk-in shower and bathtub. Guests have access to exclusive VIP lounge; approx. 64 m2 (3 guest maximum)
  • Diplomatic Suite: Large suite located on 4th floor with exclusive decor and balcony with views of the Avenida Liberdade and Tagus River. Suite has a living room, separate bedroom with a King bed, and 2 bathrooms. Guests have access to exclusive VIP lounge; approx. 77 m2 (3 guest maximum)
  • Presidential Suite: Large suite located on 7th floor with exclusive decor and balcony overlooking the Avenida Liberdade. Suite has a living room, closet, dining room, cooking area, separate bedroom with a King bed, and 2 bathrooms. Guests have access to exclusive VIP lounge; approx. 270 m2 (3 guest maximum)
  • VIP Lounge is located on the 9th floor. It is open daily from 7 a.m. – 11 p.m. and offers Executive Assistant, Printing Facilities, and all day Food & Beverages.
  • Hotel offers some: Connecting rooms (Superior to Superior, Deluxe City View to Deluxe City View, Deluxe Avenue View to Deluxe Avenue View, Deluxe Avenue View to Executive Suite), 1 Handicap room (Junior Suite category)
  • Children are defined as under 12 years old
  • Hotel is Non-smoking

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Family Travel…Lodging Options in Barcelona (Spain)

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ILC-blog-Family-Travel-Lodging-Options-in-Barcelona-SpainTraveling with children in Europe can present some challenges when looking for accommodations. Many hotels are housed in older buildings that have been converted to hotels with room sizes that are not as large as the rooms often found in newer hotels in the U.S. While this may add to the charm of a property, it means that you are not likely to find spacious rooms that can accommodate an entire family in one room with two full or queen size beds. Even if you are willing to foot the bill for two rooms, you can’t always find hotels with connecting rooms, and that can be a real challenge for families traveling with smaller children who do not want to be separated from them.

Luckily for families there are a number of options in Barcelona that can accommodate families traveling with children, including hotels with connecting rooms, suite hotels with multi-room options, and self-catered apartments with 1-3 bedrooms. Some options even have kitchenettes, so you can keep snacks and food on hand.

  • Hispanos 7 Suiza Suite Hotel – located near Gaudí’s Sagrada Familia Cathedral, this 4-star suite hotel (pictured above) provides stylish and spacious suites in the upscale residential Eixample neighborhood. The 1 and 2 bedroom suites have a spacious living room, dining area, fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and washer/dryer, and 1 or 2 full bathrooms. For more information and reservations, click here.
  • Arai Suite Hotel – located in the heart of the Gothic Quarter close to many historic sites, this 4-star boutique suite hotel is housed in the former palace Casa dels Quatre Rius, which dates from 1702.  They offer a Family Room that can accommodate up to 4 people in a room with a bedroom area, sitting area with 2 single sofabeds, kitchenette and balcony.  For more information and reservations, click here.
  • Self-Catered Apartments – there are a number of high quality, self-catered apartments in Barcelona that offer guests apartments with more space and kitchenettes in centrally located, residential neighborhoods. They are perfect for families that do not necessarily need all of the services offered by a hotel or suite hotel, and are looking to live more like a local. The apartments range from 1 to 3 bedroom apartments in areas such as the upscale residential Eixample area, and the trendy El Born and Gràcia neighborhoods. For more information on apartments in the Eixample area, click here. For more information on apartments in El Born and Gràcia neighborhoods, click here.

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Checking In…Hotel Soho, Barcelona (Spain)

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This contemporary 3-star boutique hotel located on the Gran Via is just a short walk from the Plaza Cataluña and the Ramblas. The cosmopolitan style of the hotel is reflected in the modern facade and glass-lined lobby, and guests can enjoy the panoramic city views from the rooftop terrace and pool.

  • Address: Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 543-545
  • 10 minute walk to the Plaza Cataluña and the Ramblas
  • 15 minute walk (or 5 minutes by taxi) to the Gothic Quarter. Visit the Cathedral of Barcelona (13th C.), La Boqueria Market (7th C.), Gran Teatre del Liceu (1847 Opera House), Frederic Mares Museum, Olympic Port & Aquarium, Picasso Museum
  • 15-20 minute walk to the Paseo de Gracia and Gaudi’s two most distinctive buildings, the Casa Batllo and Casa Mila
  • 15 minutes by taxi to the Sagrada Familia
  • 15 minutes by taxi to Montjuic, Museum of Catalan Art, Miro Foundation
  • Metro Station: Urgell – 1 block away
  • Train Station: Sants – 10 minutes by taxi
  • Airport: 20-25 minutes by taxi (13 km)

All rooms with private bath, air conditioning, individual temperature control, telephone, Wi-Fi (complimentary), hair dryer, flat panel TV, minibar, room safe

  • 2 Elevators
  • Wheelchair access to hotel
  • Room Service (11:00 a.m – 11:00 p.m.)
  • Lounge (serves breakfast from 7:00 a.m – 11:00 a.m. daily)
  • Wi-Fi available throughout hotel (complimentary)
  • Swimming Pool & Solarium (outdoor ~ rooftop)
  • Reception (24 hours)
  • Laundry & Dry Cleaning Service
  • Parking at hotel (extra charge)
  • 51 guest rooms (8 floors)
  • Basic: Rooms facing the building’s rear interior courtyard, with one bed (1.80m x 2.0m) or Twin beds; approx. 20 m2 (2 guest maximum)
  • Standard: Exterior rooms facing the street, with one bed (1.80m x 2.0m) or Twin beds; approx. 21 m2 (2 guest maximum)
  • Superior: Larger rooms located on the corners of the building, facing either the street or the interior courtyard, with one bed (1.80m x 2.0m) or Twin beds; approx. 25 m2 (2 guest maximum)
  • Superior with Terrace: Larger rooms located on the 7th floor with one bed (1.80m x 2.0m) and private terrace facing the Gran Via; approx. 29 m2 (2 guest maximum)
  • Hotel offers some Handicap rooms (Basic category only)
  • All rooms are Non-smoking
  • Hotel does not have extra beds; cribs are available on request

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