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Number of Rooms: 55
Eco Rating: 3
Location: Lisbon
The first contemporary-chic boutique hotel to open in this rapidly changing city, the Bairro Alto cannot be beaten for location. Straddling the vibrant district from which it takes its name and the more elegant shopping district of Chiado, its 18th-century façade forms part of the historical Luis de Camões square.
Inside, the building has been completely restructured by Oporto interior decorators Bastidor, who have skilfully mixed references to Lisbon's past with stark new design in the popular bar. The ground floor, minimalist in feel, is dominated by striking black and white photographs of Lisbon life.
Although often on the small side, the 55 bedrooms and suites are well equipped with DVD players, plasma- screen TVs, Internet access and wonderful touches such as a night-light button to direct you to the marble bathroom in the dark.
The top floor houses a gym and massage room and a breathtaking roof terrace overlooking the city and beyond to the River Tagus.
Flores do Bairro restaurant has plenty of options to choose from and dishes to share, in a genuine "bairro" kitchen, with a relaxed and casual yet elegant environment.
Why We Love It
In summer the Flores restaurant spills out on to the street outside and you can watch the locals starting another night out.
Nick, Original Traveller
Itineraries that feature Bairro Alto
Best for: Couples, Honeymoons and Road Trippers
Sand Dunes, Sunny Strolls & City Sights: A Romantic Escape in Southern Portugal
Begin by exploring the unspoilt, stunning beaches of Comporta
before heading inland to the endless cork oak forests, rolling
farmlands and elegant...
11 Days
From £3,195pp
Best for: Families
Exploring Castles, Palaces & Historic Sites: A Fun Family Trip to Lisbon
Discover the beauty and history of lovely Lisbon and the
surrounding Sintra town in a four-day luxury tailor-made family
trip. Explore famous...
4 Days
From £905pp
Best for: Couples
Lisbon Like a Local: A City Break Discovering Portugal's History, Culture and Food
The one-time centre of a great maritime empire, Lisbon has grown
into relaxed and vibrant modern city, the perfect spot for a luxury
city break.
Itinerary...
3 Days
From £1,115pp
Best for: Couples
Visiting Seaside Cities, Wine Estates and Beatiful Beaches: A Tranquil Trip to Lisbon and the Alentejo
Spend a couple of days in the rejuvenated city of Lisbon before
indulging in food, wine, country pursuits and beachtime in the
varied and under-the-radar...
7 Days
From £1,820pp
Best for: Couples and Road Trippers
Old Town Tours, Wine Tastings and Sweet Treats: A Portuguese Road Trip
Spend ten days driving from Porto to the Algarve, via Lisbon and
the Alentejo, on this luxury Portuguese road trip.
Itinerary at a Glance:
Eat...
10 Days
From £3,205pp
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