Originally Posted by jsl42

I second the Bairro Alto Hotel. Many big name four/five star hotels are in a charmless area far from the city center and most touristic activities.

The Bairro Alto is has a stellar location, right on the border between Bairro Alto and Chiado. Great shopping, eating, nightlife, options at your doorstep. Plus the Baixo/Chiado metro is right across the street. Tied with Hotel do Chiado for best rooftop bar in the city.