The apartment is in the center of Alfama, as Rute was careful to explain, as in the month of June the neighborhood is in festival-mode. The building's first set of stairs is quite steep and getting one's luggage up to the apartment can be a workout. The shower is handheld. But the apartment is bright and cheerful and clean and a fun place to stay. This is a great value for three people. Thank you, Rute.