One block from the Rossio, in centre Lisbon, the recently expanded Mundial is in the heart of everything. The hotel is high on the list of many European business travellers. The location is quite central and theatres and shops are nearby. The staff is efficient, and everything is properly manicured and polished. The 262 air conditioned rooms are comfortable, spacious, and restrained in decor. All rooms equipped with satellite TV, direct dial telephon, minibar and safe. The tiled bathrooms have bidets, shower/tub combinations, plenty of mirrors and shelf space and courtesy bathrobes. The top-floor Varanda de Lisboa restaurant overlooks St. George's Castle and the Alfama. It features French and Portuguese cuisine and is particularly known for regional dishes. A pianist entertains at dinner, and the hotel also has a bar. Laundry, concierge, baby-sitting, 24-hour room service, and car rental are available.