Friday, April 04, 2008

My Stay At The VIP Berna Hotel
  

I recently traveled to Lisbon, Portugal and truly loved every minute.  One of the highlights of my stay was my accommodations in the city – the VIP Berna Hotel.  I usually travel on a budget, because I like my dollars to stretch further so that I can plan more trips in a year than would be possible if I blew my entire vacation budget in one trip.  Therefore, this hotel was the least expensive in my Virgin Vacations package.

Despite the low cost, I found the hotel to be excellent.  It was completely functional and from the time I checked in to when I left, I had a really pleasant stay at the hotel.  As I often have trouble with jet lag when traveling to Europe, I asked the friendly front desk clerk at check in if I could have a quiet room that was non-smoking.  My request was fulfilled immediately and I was really pleased when I entered my room on the fifth floor.  As soon as I dumped my bags, I had a seat on the bed and took in my surroundings for the next few days.  The room was very clean and most comfortable.  As a bonus, the TV had several English speaking channels so I knew I could keep up with world events.

For me, the hotel bathroom has to be well equipped and impeccably clean and I wasn’t disappointed.  The towels were fluffy and new and they provided plenty of towels, which I always appreciate.  I also found the bed linens to be of superior quality and perfect for a restful sleep!

I generally eat my breakfast at my hotel because I just find it easier and it saves me time.  The VIP Berna offered a buffet breakfast that filled me up well into the afternoon.  The food was all fresh, there was a huge variety and all the dishes were kept well stocked.

In terms of location, this hotel is in the commercial area of Lisbon and it is easy to get around by public transportation (either the subway or buses).  Taxis are also cheap, so unless you plan to venture outside of the city, a rental car is not required.

At all times I found the staff to be friendly and professional and willing to answer any questions I had.  Overall, this was a great stay at a budget hotel.  I highly recommend it if you find yourself traveling to Lisbon, Portugal anytime soon!  It is a beautiful city with loads to do!

Posted by Daisy on 04/04 at 02:38 PM
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