Samuel's stylish apartment provided the perfect base for our weeklong stay in beautiful Lisbon. Prior to and during our stay Samuel was extremely helpful and always contactable. He kindly provided us with maps, restaurant suggestions and general information about things to do and places to see.
The apartment itself is on a quiet street in the neighbourhood of Principe Real. Samuel has done a fantastic renovation which marries the old with the new, creating a relaxing space perfect for two people.
As we began to get to know Lisbon we were so pleased we were staying in this part of town rather than one of the busier downtown areas. Príncipe Real has a relaxed cosmopolitan, artistic vibe where you can find really nice bars restaurants, boutique shops, botanical garden and a lovely shaded park. Also the location is still within easy walking distance of the narrow cobbled streets of Barrio Alto (5-10 minutes) and beyond.
Tip - if you want to visit beaches such as Cascais or beyond using only public transport then you can get the 758 bus from the main road which will take you to Cais de Sodre train station - so easy and regular! Also don't miss the Time Out Mercado de Ribiera contemporary food market opposite this train station!
Thank you for the stay :)