Bacalhoeiros 125 Hotel is a small, recently opened hotel in Lisbon’s historic centre, set between the Baixa grid, the Alfama hillside and the riverfront at Terreiro do Paço. It suits travellers who want the city close at hand rather than a resort-style stay: the Castle of São Jorge, Lisbon Cathedral, Commerce Square and Rossio are all within easy walking distance, with the metro and riverside paths nearby. The accommodation is contemporary and compact, with a clean, practical design, private bathrooms, air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi and good soundproofing for a central address. A buffet breakfast is served on site, while the surrounding lanes offer cafés, fado houses, wine bars and traditional restaurants. The mood is straightforward and urban: a comfortable base for walking, eating well, and returning to a quieter room after Lisbon’s bright, uneven pavements have done their work.