This must be without any doubt the single best choice in Lisbon.

Joana is an architect - and it shows in every detail. We chose this apartment because it looked beautiful on the pictures, but reality is even better.

The building in which the apartment is located is old and if you press the top door bell and enter the staircase - steep and pretty endless (good exercise...) - there's not much that bodes for what is to come: a very large, spacious two floor apartment, recently renovated, immaculate and spotless - and decorated with a great sense for style and detail.

Then you have a great view, especially from the top floor over the Tagus river - and below over these typical picturesque Lisbon trams that run down the street.

Furthermore, it's well equipped, with all things you need in the kitchen, stable wireless internet and very comfortable beds and towels. We were only with the two of us, but also perfect for two couples or a family.

Its location is very convenient, with a bus and tram stop one block away, a funicular two blocks away to take you up to Bairro Alto for the nightlife and a metro/bus/train/ferry station at an easy five minute walk to connect you with the rest of the city and beyond. However, for exploring Lisbons attractions you hardly need public transport, as most of it you can easily cover by foot.

Last but not least, Joana and her mother Marta are the most lovely and accomodating hosts you could wish for. Very quick in responding, very helpful and just genuinely very nice people. We can't wait to go back!