Pousada de Lisboa

City centre hotels don’t get much more central than this – standing proudly on the corner of the Praça do Comécio – Commerce Square, Pousada de Lisboa is a historic hotel in the heart of Lisbon, its golden yellow façade hinting at the treasures within. Perfectly placed to immerse yourself in the comings and goings of the city, its legacy weaves a tapestry of historic and cultural significance.

Once the residence of kings and the headquarters of the Ministry of the Interior, it has been transformed into a boutique city hotel while still retaining a grandeur befitting of its past and location. Inside, a grand central staircase framed by an exquisite stained glass window leads to the 90 classically decorated rooms. Calming palettes of blues and greys complement views over the Tagus river or São Jorge castle, while carefully selected works by Portuguese artists add a modern touch.

The hotel’s restaurant, RIB Beef & Wine, dishes up mouthwatering steaks and Portuguese cuisine, washed down with the finest Portuguese wines either under its vaulted brick ceilings or the arches of the exterior facing terrace. Breakfast is served buffet style on the Pátio Amália, an internal courtyard under a retractable glass dome ceiling.

As you’d expect from a historic hotel in Lisbon, the city’s sights and sounds are at your fingertips. The grand Church of St Anthony is but a gentle stroll away, as is Rossio Square, home to one of the world’s most beautiful train stations. Explore Lisbon’s colourful streets punctuated by sunshine yellow trams, meander along the banks of the Tagus, and sample some authentic pasteis de nata before ending your day with an expertly mixed cocktail in the hotel bar.