I was going to Lisbon for the first time with my mother and two aunts (all 65+) and I wanted somewhere central and within walking distance of the centre and the major sights, but also quiet. Casa Gloria looked like the perfect place for this - and more than lived up to its promise!

The apartment is very tastefully and elegantly decorated. It is bright, spacious and well equipped - exactly as it appears in the photographs. It was spotlessly clean, the bedrooms were comfortable and there were plenty of towels, hangers etc - also, Doris had thoughtfully left us fresh fruit, bread and homemade jam, milk in the fridge and a bottle of vinho verde. Everything (including the wifi) worked perfectly.

The location is IDEAL for exploring the city. Just off the smart Avenida Liberdade (with its shops, terrace cafes and market on Sunday), it's 5 minutes from the main Rossio Square, and a short stroll to the restaurants of the Barrio Alto, Chiado the number 28 tram stop and metro. But the street itself is very quiet, and there's an excellent restaurant around the corner.

Doris was extremely helpful from our very first communication, organised a taxi to collect us at the airport, and couldn't have been more accommodating or welcoming on our arrival.

I would thoroughly recommend this apartment for any visit to Lisbon - it's excellent value, a great location with a friendly host. I'll definitely go back.