Carlos and Clara were absolutely phenomenal hosts and helped us take care of all of our needs in Lisbon, expected and unexpected, as if we were family. Before arrival, they even arranged a parking spot and gym memberships for our stay. They surprised us with treats from their garden and little extras that made the experience very special. They took extra time out of their busy schedules to introduce us to their country and culture and to get to know us. Carlos worked for many years in the travel industry and knows Lisbon and Portugal inside and out; he gives great advice on planning travel. The wellness center that Carlos and Clara now run is an oasis of peace and well-being. Having a message with Clara is a must, she has magical fingers! Your future hosts are delightful, delightful, delightful! I have lost count of the number of foreign languages they speak (French, English, Spanish, Italian...)

The apartment is just as it appears on the website, spacious, clean, comfortable and very well-furnished. Everything you can possibly need is there! It is like having two apartments since each bedroom has its own dressing room and there are two bathrooms. The front room is lovely because it gives on a tree-filled, lively square, the back living room onto a quiet, light-filled patio. The beds are comfortable, the linens impeccable, and it is tastefully decorated.

The neighborhood...the neighborhood...is astounding! Just a few minutes walk from Bairo Alto, it is much quieter and residential than central Bairo Alto. Praça das Flores itself has several nice restaurants and local businesses as well as a coffee kiosque where people from the neighborhood and tourists gather throughout the day. It's nice just to sit and have a coffee by the fountain. It is also near Principe Real garden which has a lovely organic market on Saturday mornings, great boutique shopping, the botanical gardens and other sights. The metro and bus lines are nearby and Carlos provided us with rechargeable transportation passes. Having visited much of Lisbon, it is the part of town that I would stay in again. And we hope to be back very soon!

Thank you Carlos and Clara!