HLIS3, Lisboa, Portugal
Hidden away in a quiet lane in the heart of Lisboa, in the upper part of the well-heeled Chiado district and not far from party-loving Bairro Alto, this lovely mansion, offering luxury accommodation, and its grassy inner courtyard with a heated swimming pool, is a haven of peace. Acquired by Balthazar, founder of Confeiteria Nacional, the oldest pastry shop in Lisboa, in 1882, it still remains in the same family and the delicious breakfasts, brought to your room each morning, are supplied by the same bakery. Intimate, personal and cosy, all of the beautifully appointed seventeen rooms and suites, each one different, are decorated in a classical and contemporary style. Almost all have equipped kitchenettes, some have private terraces and patios and most have fantastic views over the city and Castelo do Sa?u Jorge. For a real treat three of the suites come with outdoor jacuzzi! The very helpful, friendly and efficient staff will give you a warm welcome and look after all your needs during your stay. There is a good restaurant right next door, and many more in the neighbourhood of Chiado, a district of designer shops, museums, theatres and old world cafes where Lisbon's literary figures hung out in times gone by. The dramatic ruins of the gothic Convento do Carmo and the Contemporary Art Museum are just down the road and the nearest metro stations are just a short walk, taking you to all of the city's sights. And for a trip out of the city take the train to fairy tale Sintra from the stunning neo-Manueline Rossio train station, a three minute stroll.
Heated swimming pool in grassy courtyard. Terrace Garden Three sitting rooms (one with fireplace) Free parking (must be requested and confirmed before arrival) WIFI Airport shuttle (additional charge) Pool towels Air conditioning Heating Breakfast in the rooms. Welcome bottle of port/wine in rooms. N.B. There is no lift.
Breakfast (Fruit, fresh fruit juice, bread, croissants, pastries, jams, etc) is prepared by A Confeitaria Nacional (the oldest bakery in Lisboa) and brought to your room at the time you request (between 8 and 11 am).For other meals, there is a very good restaurant Cafe Buenos Aires just next door. The staff can book a table for you.There are many more restaurants and bars within easy walking from the hotelStaff will happily make recommendations
Lisboa is a city of legends and mysteries. The story has it that it began thousands of years ago when Homer's Ulysses arrived, winning the heart of a goddess, the sole inhabitant of a vast plain.On his departure, she pursued him in the form of a serpent. Unsuccessful, she died of a broken heart and turned into stone, her coils forming the seven hills which make up Lisboa as we know it today. The city has certainly been host to many civilizations from the Phoenicians on, all leaving their mark. It has suffered and miraculously survived devastating earthquakes and fires, revolutions and coups and a dictatorship. One may wonder how it is still intact, but here it is in all its glory - a city of distinctive neighbourhoods from old town Baixa and Rossio to Moorish Alfama to elegant Chiado. With vintage trams, quirky funiculars and street lifts, hilltop miradors with spectacular views, picturesque peaceful squares, grand avenues and plazas, Roman ruins, World Heritage Belem, ornate churches around almost every corner and outstanding museums and art galleries it is this intriguing medley which makes it so magical. Sunny street cafes, tempting cake shops, dark and exciting Fado bars, bohemian hangouts, riverside clubs, waterfront restaurants and street parties going on till dawn, there is something for everyone. And the culinary scene is buzzing too - top quality, fresh ingredients including the best fish in the world and exotic spices, in the hands of new-generation chefs producing tastes and flavours which will tickle anyone's palate! And the Portuguese wine ..well, like Vasco de Gama, you are on a journey of great discovery!
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