This was definitely one of my best experiences with Airbnb, if not the best. Pedro was a fantastic host, extremely accommodating and very speedy in his responses.
I usually stay a little bit longer in places than most people, so that I can really relax and experience life as a local, if at all possible. This time was no different. I stayed 17 nights. What was different was that because of my longer stay, Pedro had the apartment cleaned, sheets and towels changed twice during my stay. Now, I had never experienced that with Airbnb before. Ever! What a professional! I was/am super impressed.
The apartment is in a fantastic location, extremely central. The locals around the apartment were super friendly, and I got to know some of them, which added to my trip. It is true that it can get noisy at night because of the fantastic location in Bairro Alto, but when I closed the soundproof windows, everything was fine. Because my trip took place in late March/early April, temperatures would dip at night so that I needed to close the windows. If you're considering a summer trip, keep that in mind.
I want to address something I read about in a review prior to booking with Pedro. Someone mentions drug dealers by the apartment. I just want to make it clear that drug dealers are all around Lisbon offering you drugs everywhere you go, no matter where you go. It has nothing to do with the location of the apartment. Portugal decriminalized all drugs, so they're everywhere and are very peaceful, just say no and they will walk away.
I loved my stay here and will be coming back!