Pedro and Sofia were very gracious and responsive hosts. We also appreciated the flexible check-in option which allowed us to get into the apartment, even though we were a couple of hours delayed getting into Lisbon and didn’t reach the neighborhood until late.
One important note: the street it is on is set back pretty far from the main street and if you are taking a cab you may have to navigate your way there on foot, be sure to have a map or cell service in that event (we had neither).
The apartment itself has everything you need for a few nights stay. We were very comfortable while we stayed there.
The real beauty of the Alfama fado loft, though, is the location. AMAZING. We walked almost everywhere, and the less accessible sights such as Belem and Sintra were extremely easy to get to from this location with all of the transportation options a short walk away. The famous 28 tram stops literally at the top of the street, although it was recommended to catch it slightly farther down the hill depending on which direction you are heading because it gets quite crowded. Costello de Sao Jorge is a 15 minute (brisk) walk up the hilly streets or you can take your time if you don’t want to work up a sweat. Baixa and the shopping district are a 15 minute walk in the opposite direction. There are countless pastry shops, cafes, restaurants, Fado pubs, and markets within a few minutes walk.
We happened to overlap with a local festival and at night the streets came alive with food and drink stalls, music everywhere, and revelers from every country imaginable. Alfama is unpretentious, warm, and welcoming, we felt safe everywhere we went in the neighborhood. The many restaurants and pubs with Fado music wafting out of their open doors at night were a fantastic bonus - be sure to visit one (or three)!
Can’t say enough good things about the Alfama Fado Loft, we’d stay there again in a heartbeat.
Muito obrigado, Sofia and Pedro!

- Jack and Leia