For what I needed this apartment was just the ticket. Alfama has bags of character and was great fun to explore; it's an absolute maze but I still found my way back every day! The city's very walkable anyway, and the main districts are all within easy reach of the flat, though the metro is only a few minutes away if you needed.

Rita's hospitality was excellent too, her offer to pick me up from the airport and having a fruitbowl and bottle of wine waiting in the kitchen was an unexpected treat. Having guidebooks available on the shelf was also very helpful as well as her own guide & welcome pack sent to you in advance. All in all, the flat was clean & tidy, nicely decorated, in a good area, had wifi, and an excellent host... what more do you need?

Thanks again Rita, heartily recommended.