InterContinental Lisbon by IHG

There's a particular kind of property that travellers keep coming back to in Lisbon: InterContinental Lisbon by IHG, a upscale property in Lisbon City Centre, fits that bill. Lisbon City Centre is doing some of the heavy lifting here: it's a short ride from the main sights, and that proximity does change the trip.…

There's a particular kind of property that travellers keep coming back to in Lisbon: InterContinental Lisbon by IHG, a upscale property in Lisbon City Centre, fits that bill. Lisbon City Centre is doing some of the heavy lifting here: it's a short ride from the main sights, and that proximity does change the trip. Rooms feel polished; the touches travellers mention most are an in-house restaurant and reliable wi-fi, and the comfort feedback has been consistently flattering. There's a particular atmosphere to the place, neither overdesigned nor neglected. The team running the place comes across as attentive without being overbearing, and that's a meaningful slice of the overall experience. With around 840 reviews on the books and a strong average, the reception from guests does most of the talking here. Reputation has held up across enough stays to mean something. Expect to pay something in the region of €225 a night, a premium entry on the board, especially when stacked against nearby alternatives. Whether InterContinental Lisbon by IHG is the right fit depends on the trip, but it earns a place on the comparison shortlist for Lisbon more often than not.