My husband and I enjoyed our three night stay at Sara and Artur’s place. We liked the colorful decor, the fully equipped kitchen, and listening to the occasional fado singer from our balcony. The flat is a short walk from the Santa Apolonia Metro/train station where you will find transportation options as well as the Pingo Doce grocery store. We had originally booked a place next to Castelo de S. Jorge, but we were glad we changed to Sara’s flat as it was more spacious and was less of a trek up the hill. Be forewarned, though, that there are 48 calorie-burning stair steps up to the third floor flat once you enter the apartment building. No need to visit the gym while you are staying in the Alfama district!