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One of the best ways to enjoy what Lisbon offers is by staying at the Pousada de Lisboa Praca do Comercio Hotel due to its prime location. It is fair to say that Europe is rife with history. But few places are more resplendent with historical interest, architecture, and beauty than Lisbon, Portugal. Occupied by the Romans and under Moorish rule for some time, the history of Lisbon is fascinating and worth exploring as it is still available to travelers and tourists.

Location

Sitting in the center of historical Lisbon and close to everything Lisbon offers the casual or business traveler, the Pousada (Pousada means 'rest stop') de Lisboa Hotel, owned by the luxury hotel chain Pestana, is a beautiful hotel and the perfect location to stay. The hotel is full of charms that entice you to enjoy its offers. This provides an excellent location base to reach out and explore everything Lisbon offers. Moreover, it has so much within walking distance or available by public transport.

This includes the World Heritage Sites of the Tower of Belem and the Monastery of Hieronymites. Lovers of great architecture and history will find many such sites within easy reach. These areas include the Castelo de são Jorge, the Bairro Alto, and the delights of the Tejo River, which flows past one side of the hotel.

Overview

The hotel's location means that many of the city center delights are within a few minutes of travel by foot, metro, or bus ride. Moreover, the hotel is only 30 minutes from Lisbon Airport, meaning no long journey after arriving in Lisbon.

The building is the former headquarters of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. It is now converted into a hotel on four floors with a mix of modern and classic styles. This sets off this luxury boutique hotel as something both different and unique. The hotel also contains works of art that the Museum of Lisbon has provided to add to the cultural feel. Moreover, it is located near the oldest café in Lisbon, A Brasileira, in built-in 1782. Furthermore, the hotel is potentially a candidate to become a World Heritage Site.

Concierge service means that should you require any necessities or help; the staff will be able to help you.

Rooms and Suites

As one of the great small luxury hotels of the world, Lisbon's Pousada de Lisboa is in a historic part of the city. The hotel offers various suites, and rooms adjacent to the praça do comércio (also known as the terreiro do paço). It is blessed with 90 high-quality guest rooms to suit every budget and requirement, from the Cozy with a city view to the Presidential Suite, complete with two balconies.

Elegance and quality are key with wooden parquet floors, stylish carpets, and marble and glass-clad bathrooms. Guests should be aware that separating sleeping quarters and bathrooms often has glass walls, as is common in Lisbon hotels. However, curtains are available to provide modesty and privacy.

As the hotel is a listed building, the rooms have some limitations. This means that some rooms have limited space. However, none of these lower the quality or the soundproofing that ensures a quiet city center stay. Moreover, they are complete with Wi-Fi and air conditioning throughout the hotel.

Restaurants and Bars

Unsurprisingly, the size of the hotel in its city center location means a limited number of dining options on-site. Additionally, the hotel does not have many restaurants and bars that larger hotels may possess. However, the in-house restaurant, RIB Beef & Wine, manages an impressively large menu and range of options. These are mainly for meat-eaters, as the name may suggest.

Furthermore, the outstandingly furnished dining room boasts many artistic treasures on loan from the Museum of Lisbon. It also includes a terrace which is particularly suitable for people-watchers. This allows for picturesque views of the River Tagus and the historic square. Besides, with excellent steak and wine options and an extensive breakfast menu, the options and quality far outweigh what might be expected in a boutique location.

The esplanade at RIB Beef & Wine is also an excellent place to enjoy a relaxing drink after days of sightseeing. Or it is for an informal location for a business meeting. It provides a perfect spot to enjoy the range of wines and cocktails with big armchairs and sofas.

Spa and Wellness

For those interested in the health & fitness center that a hotel offers, the Pousada de Lisboa does not disappoint, especially for a hotel of this size. In addition, theIn addition, the property has a thoroughly heated indoor swimming pool available for guests. It is open all year round, including opportunities to relax poolside.

A small magic spa and a fitness room are also available. This area includes televisions and a sauna that may be busy at popular times but provide excellent health, fitness, and relaxation opportunities. You can also find a variety of standard treatments in the spa. This offers the chance to unwind after enjoying Lisbon's delights and treasures.

The hotel provides a private sunbathing deck with a rooftop solarium for sun-worshippers. You can consider it a rarity among city center hotels.

Other Amenities

A small business center is also available for business travelers. However, facilities for meetings and events are limited due to the size of the hotel, although bookings at the front desk are available for the RIB Beef & Wine restaurant.

Takeaway

The family-friendly Pousada de Lisboa hotel's strength is its excellent accommodation. It has high-quality rooms and great food & drinks in a small boutique package in a historic city center. Moreover, the proximity to historical sites and their historical roots and heritage means this is an outstanding option for any traveler looking to sample what Lisbon offers.