If u want to stay in Alfama this is the place. It is in the middle of one of the winding streets the neighborhood is known for. There is a lot of foot traffic around the apt so not for someone looking for peace and quiet (but then I don't think u go to Alfama for the seclusion). At night things definitely quiet down although I got to experience an epic lovers quarrel in the next apt at 4am that resulted in the woman storming out after 30 minutes of yelling at her probably now ex-bf. The pics of the view from the apt are accurate but do not do justice to experiencing it in person. Plus if ur awake at sunrise the window fills with the sun coming up across the harbor which is spectacular. Inside the apartment is clean, well furnished, cozy and comfortable. My host was nice and helped me locate a specialty shop I was looking for. Over all it was a great experience.