The architecture of the hotel is rooted in historical remnants dating back to 1st and 5th centuries BC, when the location was home to a fish sauce factory, exporting amphorae of "garum" to the entire Roman world. And yet, the building itself appears timeless: the current edifice is believed to have been erected as far back as the fifteen hundreds, when it became the residence of the Governors of the Tower of Belém. With the guiding ambition of recreating the elegance and splendour of the glorious Age of the Discoveries, the architecture and decor of this new boutique hotel combine comfort and contemporary elements with the preserved history and historical vestiges to provide an unforgettable experience.