You could not as for a better location! Right in the heart of it all — public transportation (train, metro, bus, trolley, ferry) options only minutes away, close to a TON of amazing restaurants, and apartment situated on possibly the most popular / picturesque set of steps in Bairro Alto!
Ruben and his mother are quite friendly and fairly easy to communicate with, and the apartment is cozy and well equipped. Plenty of room for 2 people, and hot water was plentiful and awesome!
Street is quiet all things considered, and seems to be very safe as well. Noise in apartment was minimal for the most part — you hear the dogs bark on occasion, and when the grandkids visit (usually the weekend) it’s a bit rowdy. On the whole though, good for relaxing and sleeping)
Only real issue was cigarette smoke coming in apartment from upstairs, which for non-smokers was a challenge — on the plus side, opening windows (when it wasn’t too cold) aired things out rather quick.
Overall a lovely stay — Obrigado Ruben!