Bottom Line: This place was perfect for us.
The apartment is in a quiet area. And that is saying A LOT, because we stayed during the Festivals of the Popular Saints. The Alfama neighborhood is rocking out in Mardi Gras mode most nights during the festival, and you may get more party noise than sleep in Lisbon during June. That is, IF you choose the wrong apartment. This is the right apartment if you prefer to get a good night’s sleep.
There is a cheap, little grocery store just steps away. We got everything we needed there.
The host is fantastic. Here’s why:
- When booking this apartment, Andreia responded to questions always within 30 minutes!
- I got a little lost when trying to find the address. But once again, Andreia was IMMEDIATELY responsive, talking me through walking directions by phone. Very helpful.
- After booking, I read a couple reviews indicating the bed was a little short for tall people. Get this — in response Andreia accommodated by buying a bigger bed! The bigger bed was installed before I got there. For hospitality, it’s hard to top that.
Last, but certainly not least: it can get hot in Lisbon. It’s a good thing that the air conditioning unit in this apartment works very well.
The only miscue: I think someone outside hit the intercom button to the apartment late one night. The intercom tone woke us up, but I believe it was a mistake. This could happen at any apartment building in any city in the world. It's not a problem since you may have friends who want to visit you in the apartment and you must buzz them in.
Next time we’re in Lisbon, we plan on staying here again.