Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon

The Ritz may have been built by a dictator trying to prove a point (that Portugal could create a luxury hotel to be proud of) – but at least he succeeded. The opulent interiors include a grand marble lobby, chandeliers and an impressive collection of mid-20th-century Portuguese art. Lisbon is a city of barrios spanning seven hills, and here you’ll be perfectly placed for exploring them all. To get around in style, book a tour in a vintage motorcycle and sidecar with a wisdom-imparting photographer.