HOSPITALITY:
Pedro, Diogo and Antonio were just FANTASTIC! Their response was quick and kind, before, during and even after the stay. They welcomed us with local wine and chocolate which was sweet and delicious. Their local guide was through and very informative. We needed to change our schedule and they were absolutely helpful. One night, we run out the toilet paper and Diogo even came to bring them at midnight! We just can’t say enough about how amazing they are. They were warm and very personal and made our trip extra special and enjoyable.
THE APARTMENT:
The most important part, The apartment. It was WAY better than the picture! which was nice surprise since we have many experiences of being “tricked” by wide angle lens and good lighting. The room was actually spacious and luxurious. The ceiling is high. The patio had wonderful view of Lisbon with ocean view. Absolutely dreamy drinking coffee or wine sitting there. You know you are in Europe. The big windows provided full of light. They have all sort of amenities. Dishwasher, dryer, laundry, coffee maker you name it. The shower had great water pressure and the hot water never run out. The bed linen and towels are superb quality and we felt like we were in the boutique hotel.
THE LOCATION:
We felt there is no better location than here! Yes it was our first time visit in Lisbon but it was in the middle of Chiado which is like Soho in NYC (we are from
NYC) yet it was located on the quiet corner of very nice small plaza. We never felt noisy at all.
Also this nice plaza was facing with Carmo Archaeological Museum and if you walk by the small street right by the museum, you’ll go to Santa Junta Lift and see amazing view of Lisbon!
Lisbon station, Praça do Comércio, Praça Luís de Camões all within 10-15min distance. Walking back from Castelo de S. Jorge in Alfama after watching sunset was quit nice. There was plenty of cafes and restaurants. There was a supermarket near by which we loved checking out local products. The extra bonus was that there was an indoor parking garage in front of the apartment. (Finding a parking spot in Chiado is almost impossible) And the extra extra bonus was that they had an elevator! (Super tiny but you don’t need to carry the suitcase walk up the stairs! Yes!)
I hope I covered everything. Also we are family of 3 with 9 years old son. He slept on the sectional couch which was huge. they provided nice linen and a comforter for him. Even he enjoyed the stay so much and felt like he was at home. You will guarantee you’ll enjoy the stay too. It’s worth it! It’s a true gem in Lisbon. Thank you Pedro, Diogo and Antonio! You guys are the best.