I have no issues with bedding down in cheap digs when I’m on the go. I just don’t like spending a huge chunk of my limited travel funds on a room I’m rarely in.  The wife, on the other hand, has a bit higher standards when it comes to selecting our lodgings.

In Lisbon, Portugal, we found a trendy boutique hotel that satisfies us both.

Located right on Rossio Square in the heart of the tourist’s Lisbon, the Internacional Design Hotel is exceptionally located and loads of hip, happening fun.  The love of my life and I spent two nights at the IDH just last month and can’t wait to return.  Our room was nicely apportioned with a comfortable bed, flat screen TV and large bathroom.  The staff we encountered were friendly and helpful.

The hotel is situated in the middle of Lisbon’s best tourist offerings and handy for public transportation too - the airport bus stop is just a few steps from the front door and the train station is a very short walk across the square.  Restaurants, shopping and ATM machines are plentiful just outside the hotel entrance.

We booked our stay on hotels.com and saved a bundle off the rack rate.  Breakfast is available for an additional cost, but I recommend passing on the over-priced hotel fare and grabbing a delicious, cheap breakfast at one of the many bakeries nearby.