I think with my eyes and my ears…
Fernando Pessoa’s poem, The Herdsman, is an ode to the senses, as much as the Lisboa Pessoa Hotel **** is for each of its guests. Pulling up to the hotel is itself a feast for the eyes and ears, as you wander past multi-coloured houses typical of Lisbon, dodging the quaint trams that ting their way past, and let your eyes linger over delicious-looking pastries in café windows and trendy displays in boutique shops. Walking into the hotel lobby, your eyes are greeted first with the beaming smiles of the friendly staff, ever-ready to offer advice and tips. Soon, though, they will be drawn inexorably to the collection of books, including some Pessoa first editions behind glass cases.
And my hands and feet…
Before long, you will want to discover your room, a world of sensory richness all on its own. Sophisticated, snow white décor places all the emphasis on the sumptuous touch and feel of the silky soft furnishings. Step into the cool marble of the bathroom to find a vast waterfall shower, complete with high-quality bath products, readying you for your night out in vibrant Chiado!
And nostrils and mouth…
The proliferation of fabulous restaurants nearby explains the hotel not needing to provide evening meals, yet that doesn’t stop them from treating you to port and pasteis snacks in the lobby – a very welcome treat on your return from trekking Lisbon’s hilly streets! In the morning, head up to the rooftop terrace for a breakfast overlooking Lisbon’s colourful metropolis. The breakfast buffet offers all the pastries and fruit you could desire, while omelettes and fried eggs are also available on request; a splendid display that will surely leave you wanting for nothing.