How is Dare Lisbon River rated?

Dare Lisbon River scores 9.4/10 on Booking.com and 4.9/5 on Google.

How many guest reviews were analysed for Dare Lisbon River?

HotelShortlist analysed 149 guest reviews for Dare Lisbon River to build this verified profile.

Is Dare Lisbon River a 4-star hotel?

Yes — Dare Lisbon River is a 4-star property in Lisbon.

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1.5/5

Not on the HotelShortlist: Noise complaints in 5% of guest reviews; Guests report hidden fees.

Lisbon

Dare Lisbon River

Name: Dare Lisbon River
Address: Lisbon

★★★★

9.4

Booking score

4.9

Google rating

142

Total reviews

★★★★

Star rating

≈2024

Built / renovated

Highest floor guests reported

Noise mentions

Engine scores ·Newness ≈2024 ·Location 4.9

Member rate

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Verdict

Is Dare Lisbon River Worth It? The Honest Verdict

9.4/10 Booking.com4.9/5 Google149 reviews read4-star

As of 13 October 2026, 149 guest reviews give Dare Lisbon River 9.4/10 on Booking.com and 4.9/5 on Google.

Most-repeated praise: Exceptionally attentive and warm staff who go far beyond standard hospitality—greeting guests with wine, offering personalized restaurant recommendations, providing maps, remembering guest preferences, and celebrating special occasions with welcome gifts and handwritten notes 67 reviews.

Complaints

Noise and Room Complaints at Dare Lisbon River: Which Rooms to Avoid

Limited and repetitive breakfast protein options—only 2 eggs per person and lack of meats like bacon, sausage, or ham that some guests expected 3 reviews
Rooms on lower floors or facing street can experience significant noise from the Time Out Market, surrounding bars, and central Chiado neighborhood despite soundproofing efforts 4 reviews
Some ground-floor or interior rooms have small windows facing walls or light shafts only 2 meters away, resulting in dark, slightly claustrophobic spaces without natural light 2 reviews

Rooms to avoid

Ground floor and first floor rooms experience street and market noise
Rooms facing the street side toward Time Out Market
Rooms with windows opening to light shafts with AC units outside

What guests praise

Dare Lisbon River Reviews — What Guests Actually Say vs the Marketing

Dare Lisbon River sells itself as a 4-star hotel. What guests repeat most:

Exceptionally attentive and warm staff who go far beyond standard hospitality—greeting guests with wine, offering personalized restaurant recommendations, providing maps, remembering guest preferences, and celebrating special occasions with welcome gifts and handwritten notes 67 reviews
Perfectly quiet rooms despite central location, achieved through double-pane windows, wooden shutters, and excellent soundproofing that ensures restful sleep even near the bustling Time Out Market and nightlife areas 38 reviews
Ideal central location directly across from Time Out Market with immediate access to metro, tram, bus, and train stations within 2-5 minutes walk, plus easy proximity to Pink Street, major viewpoints, restaurants, and all of Lisbon's main attractions 52 reviews

Room requests

Which Room Should You Ask For at Dare Lisbon River?

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Room 31 specifically praised as 'quietest hotel room in the world' by light sleeper
Rooms on upper floors (4th-5th floor especially) with river-facing orientation
Rooms facing away from Time Out Market side and street

Method

How HotelShortlist Researched Dare Lisbon River

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What guests love

Exceptionally attentive and warm staff who go far beyond standard hospitality—greeting guests with wine, offering personalized restaurant recommendations, providing maps, remembering guest preferences, and celebrating special occasions with welcome gifts and handwritten notes (67×)

Perfectly quiet rooms despite central location, achieved through double-pane windows, wooden shutters, and excellent soundproofing that ensures restful sleep even near the bustling Time Out Market and nightlife areas (38×)

Ideal central location directly across from Time Out Market with immediate access to metro, tram, bus, and train stations within 2-5 minutes walk, plus easy proximity to Pink Street, major viewpoints, restaurants, and all of Lisbon's main attractions (52×)

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Watch-outs · 8 recorded

Limited and repetitive breakfast protein options—only 2 eggs per person and lack of meats like bacon, sausage, or ham that some guests expected (3×)

Rooms on lower floors or facing street can experience significant noise from the Time Out Market, surrounding bars, and central Chiado neighborhood despite soundproofing efforts (4×)

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Parking note. Adequate — Paid parking available 3 minutes walk away, can be reserved online in advance.

What guests report

View

Upper floor rooms (4th-5th) with river/Tagus views most sought-after; ground/lower floors have limited or no natural views; some interior rooms face light shafts only

Bed & mattress

High-quality comfortable mattresses with excellent bedding and choice of two pillow types (firm and soft); consistently praised for supporting restful sleep

Bathroom & water

Well-appointed bathrooms with good water pressure and hot water; spacious with adequate towel hooks; some guests note particularly beautiful tilework

Wi-Fi

Free WiFi throughout hotel; speed/reliability not specifically mentioned by guests

Breakfast

Fresh, high-quality continental breakfast with fruit, pastries, bread, yogurt, granola, espresso machine, and made-to-order eggs/omelets; notably better than typical hotel breakfast and worth experiencing

AC / heating

Reliable air conditioning; heating system works very well in winter; one guest noted AC unit outside window can create minor noise if window left open

Elevator

Available

Local knowledge

Request a room on upper floors (5th floor and above) facing the river for best views of Cristo Rei, the 25th of April Bridge, and the Tagus without street noise

Ask George, Jorge, Iris, or Alice at reception for authentic non-tourist restaurant recommendations—they consistently guide guests to excellent local dining spots

Bring earplugs if you're light sleeper on ground/first floor or facing street side, even though soundproofing is good; Saturday nights can have ambient noise from bars

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Room intel

Quiet rooms / wings

Room 31 specifically praised as 'quietest hotel room in the world' by light sleeper
Rooms on upper floors (4th-5th floor especially) with river-facing orientation
Rooms facing away from Time Out Market side and street

Noisy rooms to avoid

Ground floor and first floor rooms experience street and market noise
Rooms facing the street side toward Time Out Market
Rooms with windows opening to light shafts with AC units outside

Extra charges guests were surprised by

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Character & facilities

Design & character 30% of reviews mention design

Artsy boutique hotel with museum-quality aesthetic, original Moorish tiles, and contemporary art installations
Luxurious yet simple design contrasting plain exterior with sophisticated, curated interiors
Thoughtfully designed modern rooms with tasteful furnishings and attention to detail throughout common areas

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