A beautiful apartment right in the CENTER of the Alfama chaos. This is a great space for first-time visions to Lisbon. It’s location is so convenient and provides access to many different restaurants and shops (all within just blocks). There are a few things to note, however. Be advised that this is a noisy area and will stay noisy past midnight on the weekends. Be sure to bring ear plugs! Also, know that alfama is very steep and includes many, MANY stairs. I had no problem with them, but I can definitely imagine others struggling.
Other than that, Carlotta is a wonderful host who was kind, flexible, warm, and very helpful. I will definitely stay with her again when I’m back in Lisbon.