Melia Lisboa Oriente
A modern transit hotel right across from Oriente station, offering comfortable beds and easy airport access.
The verdict
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Melia Lisboa Oriente is a modern transit hotel located steps from the Oriente train and metro hub. It excels at practical comfort, featuring quiet rooms with firm beds and efficient, friendly front-desk service. However, bathrooms are compact with minimal privacy, and the location is inconvenient for travelers hoping to explore Old Lisbon on foot. 51712
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What travelers noticed
The catch
- Reviewers disagree on the breakfast, with some enjoying the meats, cheeses, and pastries while others describe the spread as standard and criticize the coffee and eggs. drawn from the full read
- Opinions vary on bathroom layouts, which some guests find small but efficiently stocked with toiletries, while others note a lack of a proper door and tight proportions. drawn from the full read
Who it's for
- — Transit travelers using Oriente station
- — Quick airport layovers
- — Business visitors in the Parque das Nações area
Skip it if
- — Travelers wanting to explore historic Old Lisbon on foot
- — Guests who expect expansive bathrooms with fully private doors
Seen on camera
19 moments · 3 videos · Melia Lisboa Oriente
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“I was disappointed that milk for tea and coffee was not provided as advertised and an extra charge was required for it”
youtube.com2:21“shower is a decent size grouting is looking a bit worse for where it's bit bit moldy down in that corner not not super a…”
youtube.com1:23“The hotel offered great value for money and I would definitely return in the future”
youtube.com2:34“got little planes on there looks a comfy bed USB power either side nice touch”
youtube.com0:58“okay straight into the room and we'll go straight into the bathroom over here hello it's a little smaller bit size of a…”
youtube.com1:05“breakfast was kind of served in the I guess coffee area of the hotel the lounge Lobby whatever you want to call it quite…”
youtube.com3:52“on the other side the room itself lovely I think it's a nice spacious area the air con keeps the room pretty nice it was…”
youtube.com5:42“it has a pretty good location it's pretty close to oceanario delis boa 99-minute walk Kalo G bankian Museum Founders col…”
youtube.com0:44“I recently had the pleasure of staying at hotel Mia boa Orient and I must say it was a delightful experience from the mo…”
youtube.com1:21“the rooms were clean modern and quiet with comfortable beds that ensured a good night's sleep”
youtube.com1:43“I absolutely loved my six night stay at the hotel Mia leboa Orient its central location was convenient but I was disappo…”
youtube.com2:13“now granted we have a decent window and you know it's a decent size it's letting in plenty of light and it's a pretty co…”
youtube.com2:40“this hotel is a two or three minute walk from terminal one which is the terminal that you arrive in if you're flying fro…”
youtube.com1:08“got some cupboard space with a safe sorry the lights don't seem to work in here but there is plenty of hanging space dra…”
youtube.com2:47“you've got a nice big mirror there but there's no door so bear that in mind if you're staying here or you're thinking of…”
youtube.com3:55“and yet again another Marriot where I've asked for something in the app and it hasn't been put in the room I really don'…”
youtube.com4:55“the location of the hotel is perfect for those in transit from the airport being practically beside the Orient Metro sta…”
youtube.com1:33“Additionally the hotel is conveniently located across the street from a large shopping center for those interested in so…”
youtube.com1:49“however it is worth noting that if your main interest is EXP exploring Old Lisbon on foot this may not be the best locat…”
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Score breakdown
How the 80/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
86- “To the left was the bathroom, which included a toilet, sink, and shower in a small but efficiently laid-out space.” 12
- “okay straight into the room and we'll go straight into the bathroom over here hello it's a little smaller bit size of a bathroom but everything's here that you could possibly need all your toiletries some more bits in the shower” 111:05
Food
87- “We also dined in the hotel restaurant on sushi night, which was fantastic. The sushi selection was fresh and delicious, and there were also great options from the main menu for anyone not in the mood for sushi.” 17
- “Breakfast at Martinhal Oriente felt both luxurious and relaxed. The buffet offered plenty of choices, including cooked egg options, fresh pastries, and sparkling wine for morning mimosas.” 17
Location
87- “the location of the hotel is perfect for those in transit from the airport being practically beside the Orient Metro station and only a few stations away from the airport” 51:33
- “Although not officially a hotel amenity, the proximity to the Oriente Bus Station deserves special mention. Its location directly across the street was a major convenience and added significant practical value to the stay, especially after returning from a long bus journey.” 12
Room
83- “Spacious and Stylish Family Apartments We stayed in a two-bedroom apartment, and it was ideal for families. We stayed in a two-bedroom apartment, and it was ideal for families. The décor is modern and stylish, with thoughtful touches throughout.” 17
- “now granted we have a decent window and you know it's a decent size it's letting in plenty of light and it's a pretty cool view over the city there's no two ways about that” 112:40
Service
83- “From check-in to check-out, the service at Martinhal Oriente was exceptional. Staff were friendly, efficient, and always happy to help with recommendations or transport advice.” 17
- “I recently had the pleasure of staying at hotel Mia boa Orient and I must say it was a delightful experience from the moment I arrived the staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming” 51:21
Bed & Sleep
85Value
79- “The hotel offered great value for money and I would definitely return in the future” 52:34
- “Breakfast, while included, could undoubtedly be improved. That said, at €65 per night, this stay represented excellent value, particularly when factoring in the double elite night credits, the points earned, and the hotel's outstanding location next to Lisbon's central transit hub.” 12
Where it is, how to reach it
Details checked 2026-09-10
Where it sits
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Stay value
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Falls short of what $$ usually buys
Scores 6 points below the mid-range median of 86, across 655 hotels in the same bracket. In Lisbon it sits 6 points below the local median of 86.
- This hotel
- 80
- Bracket median
- 86
- Index median
- 86
Based on 655 comparable hotels.
Which room to ask for
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- 2 mentions
- 1 mention
No location within the hotel draws repeated complaints yet.
Where travelers agree — and don’t
The topics reviewers split on most. A wide bar means your experience depends on which room you get — or whose opinion you trust.
View the 42 things travelers said behind this verdict▾
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- “The room was small, the storage space was minimal, and the bathroom could have been slightly larger.” 12
- “shower is a decent size grouting is looking a bit worse for where it's bit bit moldy down in that corner not not super amazing but everything's there that you could possibly need” On camera111:23
- “okay straight into the room and we'll go straight into the bathroom over here hello it's a little smaller bit size of a bathroom but everything's here that you could possibly need all your toiletries some more bits in the shower” On camera111:05
- “To the left was the bathroom, which included a toilet, sink, and shower in a small but efficiently laid-out space.” 12
- “Although not officially a hotel amenity, the proximity to the Oriente Bus Station deserves special mention. Its location directly across the street was a major convenience and added significant practical value to the stay, especially after returning from a long bus journey.” 12
- “Martinhal Oriente is in a great location, just 10 to 15 minutes from Lisbon Airport (our Uber cost around €9).” 17
- “The location of Moxy Lisboa Oriente is one of its strongest attributes.” 12
- “I absolutely loved my six night stay at the hotel Mia leboa Orient its central location was convenient but I was disappointed that milk for tea and coffee was not provided as advertised and an extra charge was required for it” On camera52:13
- “it has a pretty good location it's pretty close to oceanario delis boa 99-minute walk Kalo G bankian Museum Founders collection 12 minute drive Al 14-minute Drive Costello d s Jorge 14-minute drive” On camera50:44
- “this hotel is a two or three minute walk from terminal one which is the terminal that you arrive in if you're flying from the UK and it's where all the Ubers are and stuff like that in fact I can see the airport it's just there so that's where your Uber pickup point is so very convenient” On camera181:08
- “the location of the hotel is perfect for those in transit from the airport being practically beside the Orient Metro station and only a few stations away from the airport” On camera51:33
- “Additionally the hotel is conveniently located across the street from a large shopping center for those interested in some retail therapy” On camera51:49
- “however it is worth noting that if your main interest is EXP exploring Old Lisbon on foot this may not be the best location for you” On camera51:57
- “I was disappointed that milk for tea and coffee was not provided as advertised and an extra charge was required for it” On camera52:21
- “Have stayed at the Meliá at the airport and the breakfast was great - would expect the same at Oriente.” 7
- “While the breakfast was perfectly adequate, it did not stand out. Compared to my previous stay at a Moxy property in Paris, this offering felt noticeably weaker. In my view, it was also a step down from what is often offered at Fairfield Inn by Marriott properties.” 12
- “The Moxy is a little basic but newer and can get great rates. It's comfortable and breakfast is good.” 7
- “We also dined in the hotel restaurant on sushi night, which was fantastic. The sushi selection was fresh and delicious, and there were also great options from the main menu for anyone not in the mood for sushi.” 17
- “breakfast was kind of served in the I guess coffee area of the hotel the lounge Lobby whatever you want to call it quite a funky design but that's the whole premise of Moxy these hotels are supposed to be hip and funky and fun I quite liked it” On camera113:52
- “Breakfast at Martinhal Oriente felt both luxurious and relaxed. The buffet offered plenty of choices, including cooked egg options, fresh pastries, and sparkling wine for morning mimosas.” 17
- “The hotel offered great value for money and I would definitely return in the future” On camera52:34
- “The Moxy is a little basic but newer and can get great rates.” 7
- “Breakfast, while included, could undoubtedly be improved. That said, at €65 per night, this stay represented excellent value, particularly when factoring in the double elite night credits, the points earned, and the hotel's outstanding location next to Lisbon's central transit hub.” 12
- “The rooms are distinguished by their elegance, modernity and comfort, and offer a view of the heart of the city.” 9
- “got little planes on there looks a comfy bed USB power either side nice touch” On camera180:58
- “The sleeping area featured two twin beds that were very firm and provided a comfortable night's sleep.” 12
- “the rooms were clean modern and quiet with comfortable beds that ensured a good night's sleep” On camera51:43
- “From check-in to check-out, the service at Martinhal Oriente was exceptional. Staff were friendly, efficient, and always happy to help with recommendations or transport advice.” 17
- “The hotel's greatest strength is its staff, who are youthful, approachable, and genuinely helpful. One moment that stood out was at check-in, when I asked about a bus schedule and was told, "Let me look that up for you," followed by a clear answer within thirty seconds.” 12
- “Check-in was seamless and efficient.” 12
- “I recently had the pleasure of staying at hotel Mia boa Orient and I must say it was a delightful experience from the moment I arrived the staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming” On camera51:21
- “you've got a nice big mirror there but there's no door so bear that in mind if you're staying here or you're thinking of staying here and you're not with your someone you're very comfortable with” On camera183:55
- “One aspect of the Moxy brand that consistently stands out is its staff, and this location was no exception. The team was knowledgeable, attentive, and tech-savvy, with a solid understanding of both the hotel and the surrounding area.” 12
- “Staff profissional e simpático, segundo reviews oficiais e do Tripadvisor” 14
- “As is typical with the Moxy brand (Moxy Chelsea NYC Review), room upgrades are essentially not part of the experience, though I did request a city-view room at check-in. While this category was priced slightly higher than the room I originally booked, the view itself was pretty unremarkable.” 12
- “on the other side the room itself lovely I think it's a nice spacious area the air con keeps the room pretty nice it was actually quite chilly when I woke up this morning” On camera115:42
- “now granted we have a decent window and you know it's a decent size it's letting in plenty of light and it's a pretty cool view over the city there's no two ways about that” On camera112:40
- “The room was small, the storage space was minimal, and the bathroom could have been slightly larger.” 12
- “and yet again another Marriot where I've asked for something in the app and it hasn't been put in the room I really don't care about that if they're not going to offer it as a feature it's fine but they're offering it as a feature in the app and it just seems like every Hotel I go to ignores it which is very annoying” On camera114:55
- “My room was located on the 10th floor. Like most Moxy rooms, it was compact but intelligently designed to maximize the available space.” 12
- “The "Bistro & Tapas" restaurant, which includes a nice terrace, features the most iconic brand of Expo 98.” 9
- “Spacious and Stylish Family Apartments We stayed in a two-bedroom apartment, and it was ideal for families. We stayed in a two-bedroom apartment, and it was ideal for families. The décor is modern and stylish, with thoughtful touches throughout.” 17
What we still don't know
What we can’t tell you yet, said plainly. These close as we read more coverage of this hotel.
- Nothing reliable said about room types.
- Nothing reliable said about building or wing.
- Nothing reliable said about which side it faces.
- Nothing reliable said about view.
- Nothing reliable said about position on the floor.
- 15 sources carry no publication date, so we cannot tell how current they are.
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How much we read
Deep coverage · 59/100We read 18 sources for this property, and pulled 60 traveler insights worth knowing. Last checked 2026-09-11.
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Sources
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- 14Meliá Lisboa Oriente: Análise Completa do Hotel 4 Estrelashoteisavaliar.comReview site2026-08-04Current10 quotes used
“Localização excecional: a 4 min. a pé da Estação Oriente e 16 min. do Oceanário”
Read originalhoteisavaliar.com - 12Moxy Lisboa Oriente Review - Excellent value but limited ...pointsmilesandbling.comReview site2025-12-25Recent13 quotes used
“The room was small, the storage space was minimal, and the bathroom could have been slightly larger.”
Read originalpointsmilesandbling.com - 17Review, Martinhal Oriente Lisbon A Perfect Family Stayminitravellers.co.ukReview site2025-10-22Recent5 quotes used
“We also dined in the hotel restaurant on sushi night, which was fantastic. The sushi selection was fresh and delicious, and there were also great options from the main menu for anyone not in the mood for sushi.”
Read originalminitravellers.co.uk - 1Reviews for Melia Lisboa Oriente, Lisbon, Portugalmonarc.caReview siteDate not statedRead originalmonarc.ca
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- 3Hotel Melia Lisboa Oriente Lisbon, Portugaltryp-lisboa-oriente.go-lisbon-hotels.comReview siteDate not statedRead originaltryp-lisboa-oriente.go-lisbon-hotels.com
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