I wish I could give this location 6 stars. We had heard the Alfama had become a tourist trap. While there were plenty of tourists, especially when the giant cruise ships stopped, we were able to meet and chat with people nearby who were friendly and helpful. And the old squeezed streets and alleys, with stone stairs going here and there, were priceless. But make sure you take googlemaps if you plan to wander. Take advantage of the elevators that carry you up or down the hillside when you go into the downtown. Rosaria communicated very quickly and had excellent suggestions on must-see sites during our 5 day stay at her place. The shower was hot with lots of pressure and the bed was very comfortable.