Almalusa Baixa- Chiado, LisbonAlmalusa Baixa- Chiado in Lisbon, Portugal has a corrected score of 3.9 ± 0.1 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 33 of 162 hotels we score in Lisbon. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.1 before correction: Booking.com 4.1, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 4.3, Agoda 3.9. Rooms from about $401 a night (cached, not a live quote).AlmaLusa Baixa/Chiado is a four-star boutique hotel set in a renovated 18th-century building on Praça do Município, one of Lisbon's best-known squares. It has 28 rooms and suites that combine contemporary design with original historical features, all with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs and high-speed internet. Facilities include a restaurant, coffee shop, terrace and room service, with a concierge on hand to help plan sightseeing. Commerce Square and Rossio are both within easy walking distance, so it suits couples and families who want to explore the historic centre on foot. Kids are welcome. With rates starting around $401 a night, it is a premium choice, and the small size means availability can be limited in high season.What stands out

Central location on an iconic square

Comfortable beds and pillows

Friendly, helpful staff

High-quality breakfast

Watch out for

Expensive, from around $401 a night

Only 28 rooms, so books up

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