An Oasis of comfort in discreet luxury

Overall Presentation

Inspired in London’s and New York’s Town Houses, Valverde Hotel has a classic and ele- gant style, with contemporary furniture, works of art, objects and antiques. It is all this, the light, the comfort of its fabrics and materials and the arrangement of the space as if it was a private residence that make the difference between this hotel and all the others in the area, making it a unique place. The shopper, the executive or the long term resident will experience a home environment not found in other hotels.

The History

The new Valverde Hotel is located in da Liberdade, one of the main and most luxurious arteries of the city that never lost sight of its historical past as one of the wealth- iest areas of the old romantic of times gone by. Before being named Avenida da Liberdade, the old Public Promenade was the stage for displays of opulence, where Lis- bon high society strolled around to see and to be seen. Built by Marquis of Pombal in the mid eighteenth century, these gardens were a place where kings, queens and courtiers displayed their luxury. In the nineteenth century, when its walls were replaced by an iron railing, the area opened up to the general population, where it enjoyed long summer afternoons and frequent parties and shows. It was later torn down, allegedly to turn Lisbon into a bigger and more European city.

The concept behind Valverde Hotel is this Lisbon of times gone by. It reinterprets the mem- ory of the old Avenue, creating a friendly and welcoming space and offering a personal- ized service. It is an oasis of comfort in discreet luxury, right in the middle of a busy avenue. The service is focused on the guests, creating an environment where they may feel at home, while attending to their every needs and requests. “We want Valverde to be a hotel that stands out within Avenida Da Liberdade. We want the small one to be grand in its charm, quality and the way it welcomes and treats its guests”, says Pedro Mendes Leal, responsible for this project.

Visit/Interior

Atmosphere, style, decoration

José Pedro Vieira and Diogo Rosa Lã are responsible for the decoration, the building’s restoration and for turning the space into a sort of an extension of our home with a strong intimate environment. Each bedroom is painted in a different, well defined and full of per- sonality colour. The comfort also shows in its carpets. Just like any typical Lisbon house, it has a patio facing Rua de S. José, with a magnificent garden lined by trees, where guests can feel comfortable and relaxed, and order a drink from the bar or enjoy the afternoon while tasting the home made delicacies of the Afternoon Tea at “Sítio Valverde”.

Os espaços de receção

The Lobby, the Reception

From the entrance and the reception, one can stroll around a series of very intimate areas, with a warm but sober decoration including unique pieces that give it a homely atmosphere. .

The Lounge

Facing the Public Promenade, the Lounge/Library reminds us of an old “living room” and it is the ideal place for a chat, reading, a cup of tea or a pause between shopping sprees... The “Sítio” Restaurant/Bar

With its very tall ceilings, the “Sítio Valverde” Restaurant/Bar faces the patio and it is a very unique area where guests can enjoy a meal or a snack any time of the day. The menu offers a variety of the usual “Classics” as well as the daily suggestion of the Chef, in order to satisfy the tastes and needs of every guest. In line with the Hotel’s aesthetics, the vintage and modern furniture combine with eigh- teenth century engravings as well as with decorative, diverse and eclectic lighting...

The Pateo

In the Pateo, the flowerpots at different levels, the vegetation, the swimming pool and the several surface linings create privacy and intimate areas ideal for reading, relaxing or a private business conversation. The black background contrasts with the terracotta flowerpots, the varied and different furniture and the colourful fabrics...

The Reading Lounge

The Reading Lounge is a space where movies sessions will take place. With a carefully prepared movie selection, the guests will have a chance to watch a movie while enjoy- ing the Sitio Valverde’s delicious homemade potato chips.

The Bedrooms and Suites

The sober and quiet hallways underline the guests’ expectations regarding the bed- rooms ambiance. The bedrooms are painted with dense colours in contrast with its light coloured fabrics and colourful details, and are decorated with functional and sophisti- cated furniture mixed with antique paintings and furniture, making us feel at home... The Bedroom Categories

The Mini Bedrooms (5) The Mini Bedrooms are located on the 1st to the 5th floors, with a balcony overlooking the Hotel Patio and the city’s rooftops, with an area of about 20m2.

The Classic Bedrooms (10)

The 10 Classic Bedrooms are located throughout the several Hotel floors, with a balcony overlooking the Hotel Pateo and the city’s rooftops, with an area of between 25m2 and 30m2.

The Deluxe Bedrooms (4) Located on the 2nd to the 5th floors, overlooking Avenida da Liberdade, the Deluxe Bed- rooms have an area of about 31m2.

The Junior Suites (4) Located on the 2nd to the 5th floors, all of them facing Avenida da Liberdade, the Junior Suites are equipped with a built-in closet and have an area of about 43m2.

The Avenida Suite (1) The Avenida Suite is a sort of a mansard Suite with an area of about 55m2, and is located on the 6th floor overlooking Avenida da Liberdade.

The Valverde Suite (1) The Valverde Suite is located on the 6th floor overlooking S. Jorge’s Castle and Lisbon’s rooftops, with an area of about 55m2. Other Information

Address: Valverde Hotel Avenida da Liberdade, 164 1250-146 Lisboa Telephone: +351 21 094 03 00

Reservations: Telephone: +351 21 094 03 00 Cell phone: +351 91 575 0457 Skype: slsousa.valverdehotel Email: [email protected]

Internet Site: www.valverdehotel.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hotelvalverde

Restoration of the Building: 2012

Hotel Inauguration: September 2014

Hotel Rate: 5*****

Geographic Location: . Dec. Lat – 38,7 Long - 9,14 . Degrees Lat. 38º43’11’’ N Long – 9º 8’ 45’’ W

Access: From the city/: about 30 minutes

Accommodations: 25 Bedrooms 5 Categories: Mini – Classic – Deluxe – Junior Suite – Suites

LCD in all bedrooms – Satellite TV Channels – Air Conditioning – Mini Bar – Safe Deposit Box – Telephone/Voice Mail – Free WiFi Internet. The “Sítio” Restaurant/Bar

The Sítio Valverde restaurant’s menu is characterized by its signature cuisine, executed and interpreted by Chef Carla Sousa, the main influence being Portuguese cuisine. It seats 27 persons and it serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Besides the restaurant, the Ho- tel offers a Bar and Tea Service that may be enjoyed also in the indoor Pateo.

Pateo:

The Pateo has a very cool ambiance. The authors of the landscaping decoration are ar- chitects João Bicho and Joana Carneiro. It is located next to the Restaurant and it offers food and beverage services throughout the day. The “Afternoon Tea” service, with its very own style and auteur cocktails, delights our guests and visitors. There is also a heated swimming pool equipped with water jets.

Landscaping Decoration

The Trees: Gleditsia triacanthus, Schinus molle Tree-Ferns, Cyathea australis

The Sub trees, Cornus controversa, Pittosporum tenuifolium, Podocarpus macrophyllus

Shrubs, sub shrubs, herbaceous plants, ferns Sarcococca confuse, Viburnum tinus, Mahonia x media, Asparagus, falcatus, Cyperus papyrus, Hakonechloa macra Aureola variety, Aspidistra elatior, Cyrthomium falcatum, Blechnum brasiliensis, Blechnum spicant, Heuchera micrantha, Ophiopogum japonicus. Hotel Amenities:

- Heated outdoor pool equipped with water jets - In-room massage - Sailboat rides with the option of onboard catering services provided by the Hotel (the sailboat is property of the Hotel). - Classic convertible car ride (the vehicle is property of the Hotel) - Reading and TV lounge - Free WiFi Internet - Concierge services 24 hours/day - Room service 24 hours/day - Gym - Business Centre - Underground parking - Laundry and dry cleaning services - Babysitting - Portuguese and foreign newspapers - Car rental with or without chauffeur - “Sítio” Restaurant and Bar Accommodation Rates:

- Mini Bedroom: from 170.00€ - Classic Bedroom: from 212.00€ - Deluxe Bedroom: from 255.00€ - Junior Suite: from 290.00€ - Avenida Suite: from 350.00€ - Valverde Suite: from 400.00€

The rates are per room per night, breakfast and taxes included, valid for 2014 and 2015.

Owner: Pedro Mendes Leal

General Manager: Adélia Carvalho

Interior Decorators: José Pedro Lopez Vieira – Arq. Diogo Rosa Lã

Valverde Hotel Information:

Telephone: +351 210 940 300 Email: [email protected]

Adress: Avenida da Liberdade, 164, 1250-146, Lisboa – Portugal Brief Info about the Company

Bastir, Interior Design and Architecture

José Pedro Vieira and Diogo Rosa Lã have been working in interior design and architec- ture for over two decades. They have worked as a team since 2001 and are based in Oporto. The company is the author of private decoration projects as well as public ones, and has excelled in the last few years, namely in the architecture and interior decoration of Hotel, in the centre of Lisbon (2003 to 2005) and of Vidago Palace Hotel, located in Chaves, inaugurated in 2010. Its most recent projects include the remodeling and decoration of several restaurants of the BBgourmet chain, in Oporto, the Envy Health Club on Rua do Carmo, in Lisbon, the 2000m2 Clérigos Restaurant Area, in the historic centre of Oporto, and the decoration of The Artist Hotel, inaugurated in 2013, located in the same area of the city. The company has several ongoing private projects, building remodeling projects for multi-family housing units in the historic centers of Lisbon and Oporto, as well as some new hotel projects in Lisbon and Alentejo. The very contemporary and minimalist image associated to the majority of its projects contrasts with the more classic and fusion image developed in projects like the Bairro Alto Hotel, Vidago’s Palace Hotel and the recently inaugurated Valverde Hotel, a good exam- ple of Bastir’s versatility in the different types of ambiance it creates.

Maria Sá da Bandeira Public Relations Telm : +351 915 750 458 Email : [email protected] About Valverde’s economic operation:

Valverde’s concept was conceived to fit within the present existing offer and, above all, to meet the growing and more sophisticated demand Lisbon has been subject to. They say Lisbon is cool! More than being cool, Lisbon is prettier and better cared for. Lis- bon’s beauty combined with a naturally friendly population, its mild weather, the ocean, sandy beaches and many natural and cultural points of interest, contribute to turn this city into an above average European tourism destination for years to come.

The hotel entrepreneurs are looking into this market the right way and have been invest- ing in the construction of many new and very good hotels.

The Valverde, a very small 25 bedroom hotel, believes it has found its own place within the varied accommodation offer available in Lisbon: - We want to satisfy the customer looking for sophistication and simplicity, luxury com- bined with modernity and, above all, comfort and a personalized service in the heart of Lisbon’s best avenue. - We do not want to be the cheapest hotel; what we want is to offer the best satis- faction, the most engaging experience one can imagine within the urban and sophisti- cated context of Avenida da Liberdade. - Apparently and quite honestly we spared no expenses when what was at stake was the comfort of our guests. The overall investment, comprising the building, equipment and decoration, topped 13 million €. This may be seen as a surprise considering the high cost of our bedrooms. Valverde’s business bet is a result of the combination of several aspects/skills: a profession- al team with a lot of experience in the luxury hotels industry, combined with a decoration and architecture team also with a lot of experience in the same industry, along with the essential support of very demanding and very experienced investors.

Included in the Hotel’s team are names such as Grace Leo, Jean-Michel Desnos and Adélia Carvalho.

Bastir’s decoration and architecture team comprises Decorator José Pedro Vieira and Architect Diogo Rosa Lã.

The investors’ team combines the real estate investment by BPI’s Sociedade Gestora de Fundos Imobiliários with the operations department of Villa Avenida Hotel Company, un- der the administration of Pedro Mendes Leal and Ana Sá Ribeiro.

Maria Sá da Bandeira Public Relations Telm : +351 915 750 458 Email : [email protected]