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1904 Benfica Hotel

1904 Benfica Hotel
Ricardo Forna

Hotel Benfica

Spread over six floors, the project aims to rehabilitate the historic building of the former Bristol Club, respecting its memory and heritage value.

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On the ground floor, the lobby, bar, restaurant, and multipurpose room reinterpret the original atmosphere, with wood, marble, boiseries, and crafted ceilings, evoking the sophistication of the old Gentleman's Clubs.

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The bar recreates an intimate and classic atmosphere, while the restaurant is organized around a central core with curved benches, preserving original sculptures by Leopoldo de Almeida.

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The upper floors accommodate the rooms, which are in light tones, with custom-designed furniture and herringbone wood floors, reminiscent of the mid-20th century.

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The bathrooms, entirely covered in dark red tiles and gold hardware, reinforce the unique identity of the project, which combines history and contemporaneity in a themed hotel.

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