Incredible location on a very quiet street near Castelo Sao Jorge at the top of the ancient, labyrinthine Alfama district. I really could not imagine a better location for a first-time visitor to Lisbon.

The apartment is attractive, clean, and stylish, with a small living room on the ground floor and a loft bedroom above. It's definitely cozy, and tall people will have to stoop a bit on the stairs, but that's part of the charm of staying in a historic building. The unit is very well-appointed and Juan has laid out all sorts of tour books and magazines to make you feel at home.

Juan, by the way, is a tremendously gracious, friendly, and conscientious host who went out of his way to accommodate our schedule and needs. I was skeptical at first of all the reviews focusing so much on how great a guy Juan is, but his hospitality really does add to the experience.

Very highly recommended.