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We've loved this swank, stylish, and yet magically down-to-earth hotel for years. From the hip lobby and modern rooms to the preserved 16th-century well and original, exposed stone walls, the Tejo offers something old, something new ... and, heck, it's decorated in blue. The location, on the northeast corner of Baixa, is next to the Praça da Figueira and in easy walking distance of Alfama and the Castel.
The Tejo's 58 rooms, all non-smoking and spic-and-span, offer a modern take on the nautical theme. Décor is cheerful, furniture is minimal, and bathrooms are clean and white with marble sinks. Suites are larger and include a sitting room with a couch and second TV.
Despite being below the lobby, the Tejo's book-lined breakfast room is light and airy. Color schemes change according the season: green for summer, red for winter, etc. And the buffet includes eggs and bacon (yes!).
The swank lobby, decorated with attractive mosaics and tiles, has a bar and Internet station. If you dig the funky Portuguese music streaming in, then you can buy the CD at the reception, speaking of which, we couldn't ask for a friendlier, more accommodating staff.
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