João's apartment is light and airy with a modern flair. The busy street outside can hardly be heard with the windows closed - air conditioning was quiet and worked well. On arrival the area seemed a little scruffy but this didn't matter at all... the Cais do Sodre (railway/metro/ferry station) is a few minutes walk away and there are many cafes and bars with great food and a good vibe, especially at night. We put 20 euros each on a Viva Viagem card and for 4 days took the 28 tram, trains to Sintra and Cascais, the ferry to Cacilhas and the metro the airport, and still had 5 euros left at the end. So a great apartment for two couples in a lively and convenient area!