The check in uses a safety box at the door where you need to type in a code. There were two safety boxes and for some reason the key was not in the right box. We had to contact the owner who responded immediately and gave us the code to the other box. Every year for the month of June there is a huge festival all through the the Alfama district where the streets are packed and loud music and partying can go on until 2am. We were not informed of this when we booked. While the flat is a block away from the nearest revelry, the music can be fairly loud. In general, this is not a district to stay in if you are looking for a quiet setting. Otherwise a great location.