We recently spent a week in this lovely stylish apartment in Alfama. It is beautifully furnished and comfortable with a distant view of the river (spot the cruise ships) and excellent A/C, TV and internet facilities. Although we didn't meet Jorge, he is a very warm and attentive host who made contact before, during and after our stay. Manuel provided a friendly introduction to the apartment and we were delighted to receive a welcome tray of food and wine - a lovely touch which was much appreciated.
The apartment is very well situated and is within walking distance of many main sights such as the castle with its fabulous views. It is less than 10 minutes from Santa Apollonia train station and supermarket and a similar distance from the impressive Praca de Commercio (not to mention the attractive and popular restaurant on the ground floor). Although we walked everywhere, the metro, buses and trams are available quite close at hand. From Cais do Sodre train station we had very enjoyable visits to Belem and Cascais and from Rossio we had a lovely day in Sintra (climbing up to the impressive castle and Palacio de Pena).
A stay in this apartment gives you a taste of the real Lisbon and a bonus for us over the weekend of 3-5 June was a celebration to commemorate Sao Antonio which meant that the Alfama area came alive with decorations across the streets, music, dancing and food and drinks stalls - we loved it!
Overall, we highly recommend a visit to the great city of Lisbon and if you can, a stay in Jorge's fabulous apartment.