We absolutely loved our time in Lisbon at Maria's apartment in Chiado. The apartment is on an adorable street of apartment buildings and small restaurants set back a block or two from the main roads. The streets are lively but the apartment is quiet and the location is perfect for exploring the historic Bairro Alto, Baixa and Chiado neighborhoods. You are mere minutes away from dozens of excellent restaurants, wine bars and shops, not to mention all the historic sights and spots.
The apartment is on the 5th floor and there are a lot of very steep stairs to climb to reach it but when you do, the view across Lisbon to the Castelo de S. Jorge is second to none. We were left speechless and spent a lot of time simply staring out the window, taking in the city. The apartment is nicely furnished with modern but comfortable pieces and the bed was especially cozy after a long day of walking around the city.
Maria was very accommodating in meeting us for our check in and provided a wonderful list of recommendations for our stay, complete with a detailed map. She answered any questions promptly and was always willing to help if we wanted to know the best spots to find something in particular in the city. It was comforting to know we could reach out at any time for her suggestions.
We wholeheartedly recommend Maria as a host and her apartment in Chiado. We hope to return to Lisbon soon and will definitely stay with her again.