4-star hotel with indoor swimming pool, sauna and 24-hour reception near the University of Lisbon, with good transport links down to the city centre.

Hotel VIP Executive Villa Rica's 171 rooms are all brightly furnished and air conditioned, with satellite TV, work desks, safes and a hairdryer in the bathroom.

Wi-Fi is available free in the public areas and the hotel offers a range of extras for a surcharge, from varied dining options (including buffet breakfast) to private parking.

Entre Campos metro station and the closest bus stop are just 250 metres away, so you will have no trouble getting to Lisbon's many sights and delights.

There are also a handful of attractions within walking distance, such as several university campuses, Lisbon Zoo and the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (home to a superb modern art collection).