Very nice apartment with everything you need for your stay. The spiral staircase is very tight, and the ceiling in the bedroom very low on one side. But these small inconveniences are easily outweighed by the lovely balcony with its fantastic view, and the excellent location.

Francisco was very quick to respond to any queries. Isabel was on hand to greet us when we arrived. Both were very friendly and helpful.

We were scammed by the taxi driver who brought us from the airport. He seemed to be telling us we had got in the wrong queue, which was only for long journeys outside the city. (I am pretty sure there is actually only one queue.) When we arrived in Alfama he ignored the meter and charged us more according to a list that he produced. It was still only €20, but with the enormous fuss he made, and the fact that the meter showed only €13, this was a bit annoying. On TripAdvisor I see many people suggesting you get a better experience if you go up to departures at Lisbon airport for your taxi; but we have no first hand experience of this. We returned to the airport on the Metro, which is very cheap and efficient!

On a more positive note, try the lovely nearby restaurant, Gato Pardo, which is a cut above the rest that we found in the area. Walk up the hill and take the second left opposite the monastery.