The Vibe: Utterly charming, a one-off, eclectic small palace.

The Area: At the bottom of historic Alfama, just a few steps from the Tagus riverside.

The DNA: This elegant hotel was once a 19th-century aristocratic family home. Palacete Chafariz d’el Rei is full of original details: Art Nouveau Brazilian stained-glass windows (very much en vogue at the turn of the 20th century), antique and retro furniture, Neo-Baroque and Neoclassical details, such as stuccoed ceilings. Other highlights include a wood-paneled library and a terrace overlooking the Tagus River.

Suite-Me-Up: The Deluxe Suite spreads out over three floors, including a tower and terrace with 360° degrees views over Lisbon and the Tagus.

✅ free Wi-Fi • size matters: 6 suites (45-110m2) (484-1,184 sq ft) • hotel opened: 2007 ❌ no parking available ✅ pets allowed on request, no charges • 24-hour front desk