What to expect: Guests arriving at the modern high-rise hotel, clad in blue mirrored glass and towering over the Amoreiras district, are greeted by a uniformed porter. Automatic revolving doors lead into the lobby and reception area with marble floors, mirrored and marble columns, antique furniture, gilt-framed art, several seating areas with dark wood and upholstered sofas and chairs, and a flamboyant staircase with black and gold banisters. At the far end is the Bistrot Café and Bar, where business people meet and visiting families enjoy a drink together.

Amenity highlights: As well as 20 meeting rooms, which cater for up to 500 delegates in theater style, the hotel has a dedicated business center, wireless Internet access (surcharge) in public areas, and a VIP lounge with express check-in and out for guests staying in Tower Rooms and Suites.

Insider tip: Just down the hill is the Marquês de Pombal Square, named after the man who rebuilt the city following the devastating earthquake of 1755. Next to it is Parque Eduardo VII Park, named after the King of England who visited the city shortly before the inauguration in the early 20th century.