A gem of a flat, in a gem of a location, Sterling Copper feels just how a Lisbon home should. Given it feels so modern, the way that a link to its history has been maintained is impressive. In fact, the whole building has been done up by the same architect, and several apartments are available to be rented out. That makes this flat unusually good for larger groups, as even though it can only hold four people, there’s nothing stopping you from booking several places in the building at once. Home truths: *We found a slight chip in one of the wooden beams – purely aesthetic, but worth knowing about *The shower in the en-suite bathroom is visible from the bed, so make sure you're comfortable with anyone you're sharing the room with *While there is a reception in the building, it's not staffed 24/7