Located in Alto de Santo Amaro, one of Lisbon’s quietest residential areas, the hotel occupies the historic building, Palácio Valle Flor. This new Carlton Palace Hotel receives its guests in a stylish 19th century building, former residence of counts and marquises now reborn after a long and careful restoration. Classified as a national monument and located in the heart of Lisbon, the hotel boasts unparalleled views over the River Tagus. Each of its 173 classically-designed rooms and 17 suites is fully equipped with digital ISDN telephone lines and Internet access, direct dial telephone, voice mail, cable television, air-conditioning and central heating, mini-bar and in-room safe. Non-smoking rooms are available. Overlooking the hotel’s magnificent private park, the Valle Flor Restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Buffet breakfast is included in the rate. During the milder months of the year, guests can enjoy al fresco dining in the garden restaurant. The bar adjacent to the palace restaurant offers a light menu and live music on weekday evenings. The serene atmosphere of the gardens is ideal for relaxing, while the health club offers a wide choice of activities for keeping fit, either in the gymnasium or in the indoor and outdoor swimming pools. The hotel has a fully equipped business center as well as a sumptuous ballroom and 15 conference rooms available for corporate or social functions for up to 630 guests.