In essence: a perfect AirBnB experience.
We did not meet our host Alexandra in person, but she was so expertly communicative that we still felt a personal touch in our correspondence. At every stage of the process we were contacted with the exact details we needed, including a very helpful short video of how to check in. Alexandra was even able to reserve a table at her favourite restaurant in Lisbon on our first night! In every respect, a “Super-Host”.
The flat itself is almost like a hotel in that it is tastefully decorated, spotlessly clean and has all available amenities one requires for a short or even extended stay. The bed is super comfortable and the storage space in the bedroom so capacious I did something I haven’t done on holiday for a long time: I completely unpacked my bags and made myself at home! The air-conditioning is also a very welcome feature that made our entire stay extremely comfortable.
The building itself is very modern, clean and safe, with marble floors, full security, easy access and a lift, but looks very attractive from the outside. The location cannot be praised highly enough. One of the main stations in Lisbon is a two minute walk over the road, making it simplicity itself to both travel from and return to the apartment, which ever direction one wanders.
In addition, the Time Out food market is on the same square as the apartment building, and also on the ground floor there are countless modern, varied and welcoming bars, restaurants and cafes. One could happily eat at a different venue for breakfast, lunch and dinner for a month and never stray farther than 100 yards from your front door.
In all, a perfect AirBnB experience. We will absolutely be returning to Alexandra’s wonderful apartment when we next visit Lisbon, which we hope is soon. Every recommendation.