José’s place is reminiscent of the AirBnBs of old-in the sense that it is an actual person in Lisbon renting out their actual apartment! This comes with the pros and quirks of such an experience. José was an incredibly personable and responsive host and I could feel his personal investment in making sure my stay was enjoyable all the way through. However, the quirks: personal items leftover in the space (including in the fridge), a sink that doesn’t quite drain, a very small shower that took one minor flooding episode in the bathroom to learn to use appropriately 😅 The apt is, as advertised, a no frills studio, but if you want a genuine experience with a great host, a good location, and the most affordable option I could find for solo lodging in Lisbon, this is the spot for you!