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Lisbon

Bica Flh Suites

★★★★
9.1
Booking score
4.6
Google rating
302
Total reviews
★★★★
Star rating
≈2017
Built / renovated
3+
Highest floor guests reported
9%
Noise mentions
Engine scores ·Newness ≈2017 ·Location 4.6
Member rate
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Verdict

Is Bica Flh Suites Worth It? The Honest Verdict

9.1/10 Booking.com4.6/5 Google307 reviews read4-star

As of 13 October 2026, 307 guest reviews give Bica Flh Suites 9.1/10 on Booking.com and 4.6/5 on Google.

Most-repeated praise: Exceptional central location in Bairro Alto and Chiado, walking distance to metro, tram 28, Bica funicular, restaurants, bars, and major attractions. 87 reviews.

Complaints

Noise and Room Complaints at Bica Flh Suites: Which Rooms to Avoid

  • Thin walls and poor soundproofing allow guests to hear neighbors, hallway conversations, footsteps, street noise from bars and traffic throughout the night. 18 reviews
  • Street-facing rooms experience significant nighttime noise from the animated Bairro Alto bar district and pedestrian activity, disrupting sleep. 12 reviews
  • High humidity and moisture problems reported in ground-floor and basement rooms, with visible mold, mildew, and dampness affecting comfort. 6 reviews
Rooms to avoid
  • Room 11 (hallway-adjacent, above reception)
  • Ground-floor and basement rooms near reception
  • Street-facing rooms on Rua da Bica (nightlife district)
  • Room 201 (adjacent to outdoor AC/boiler equipment)
What guests praise

Bica Flh Suites Reviews — What Guests Actually Say vs the Marketing

Bica Flh Suites sells itself as a 4-star hotel. What guests repeat most:

  • Exceptional central location in Bairro Alto and Chiado, walking distance to metro, tram 28, Bica funicular, restaurants, bars, and major attractions. 87 reviews
  • Warm, friendly, and exceptionally helpful staff who proactively provide restaurant recommendations, local tips, and go out of their way to solve guest problems. 79 reviews
  • Generous, high-quality breakfast included with fresh ingredients, house-made pastries, and all-day access to complimentary coffee, tea, and daily homemade cake. 71 reviews
Room requests

Which Room Should You Ask For at Bica Flh Suites?

Ask for
  • Room 302 (upper floor, internal courtyard side)
  • Rooms facing internal garden/courtyard generally quieter
  • Upper floors away from street-level bar noise
Method

How HotelShortlist Researched Bica Flh Suites

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What guests love

Exceptional central location in Bairro Alto and Chiado, walking distance to metro, tram 28, Bica funicular, restaurants, bars, and major attractions. (87×)
Warm, friendly, and exceptionally helpful staff who proactively provide restaurant recommendations, local tips, and go out of their way to solve guest problems. (79×)
Generous, high-quality breakfast included with fresh ingredients, house-made pastries, and all-day access to complimentary coffee, tea, and daily homemade cake. (71×)
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Watch-outs · 8 recorded

Thin walls and poor soundproofing allow guests to hear neighbors, hallway conversations, footsteps, street noise from bars and traffic throughout the night. (18×)
Street-facing rooms experience significant nighttime noise from the animated Bairro Alto bar district and pedestrian activity, disrupting sleep. (12×)
High humidity and moisture problems reported in ground-floor and basement rooms, with visible mold, mildew, and dampness affecting comfort. (6×)
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Parking note. Problematic — Hotel is in a car-restricted zone; nearest public parking is 10 minutes away at ~€13-20/day, and taxis often cannot access the front entrance.

What guests report

View
Rooms facing internal courtyard/garden are quieter with pleasant greenery views; street-facing rooms offer urban views but high noise
Bed & mattress
Very comfortable, high-quality mattresses consistently praised; firm support and good sleep quality reported
Bathroom & water
Modern, spacious bathrooms with excellent rain showers, hot water reliable, some reports of poor drainage in one shower
Wi-Fi
Not mentioned in reviews
Breakfast
Excellent quality, fresh, varied selection with Portuguese specialties; worth the inclusion; buffet format 8am–11am with made-to-order eggs
AC / heating
Excellent cooling performance compared to other European hotels; some reports of humidity distribution and one instance of defective unit
Elevator
None — stairs only

Local knowledge

Request a room not on the street-facing side (Rua da Bica side) to avoid noise from nightlife district bars and foot traffic.
Arrive via metro at Baixa-Chiado station and walk west; arriving from Cais do Sodré involves a very steep uphill walk.
Staff will provide entry codes via email before arrival; use these to access hotel and room 24/7 without needing front desk.
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Room intel

Quiet rooms / wings
  • Room 302 (upper floor, internal courtyard side)
  • Rooms facing internal garden/courtyard generally quieter
  • Upper floors away from street-level bar noise
Noisy rooms to avoid
  • Room 11 (hallway-adjacent, above reception)
  • Ground-floor and basement rooms near reception
  • Street-facing rooms on Rua da Bica (nightlife district)
  • Room 201 (adjacent to outdoor AC/boiler equipment)
Extra charges guests were surprised by
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Character & facilities

Design & character 4% of reviews mention design
  • Converted from historic printing press building with vintage design elements and industrial aesthetic
  • Blend of modern minimalist with vintage/retro touches throughout common areas and rooms
  • Tastefully curated small details, art-filled spaces, and carefully considered interior styling
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Questions about Bica Flh Suites

How is Bica Flh Suites rated?
Bica Flh Suites scores 9.1/10 on Booking.com and 4.6/5 on Google.
How many guest reviews were analysed for Bica Flh Suites?
HotelShortlist analysed 307 guest reviews for Bica Flh Suites to build this verified profile.
Is Bica Flh Suites a 4-star hotel?
Yes — Bica Flh Suites is a 4-star property in Lisbon.
What do guests love about Bica Flh Suites?
The most-mentioned positive in guest reviews: Exceptional central location in Bairro Alto and Chiado, walking distance to metro, tram 28, Bica funicular, restaurants, bars, and major attractions.
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How Bica Flh Suites Compares to Other Lisbon Hotels

Bica Flh Suites: Booking.com 9.1/10, 4-star. Other researched hotels in Lisbon:

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Review data verified & refreshed 2026-10-13.