Gal was an amazing host! He explained very well how to get to his place using public transport. When we got there we felt right at home. He showed us around the place and even offered us a little welcome present (find out yourself what it is). The room was very good and spacious. We were free to make use of the kitchen and living room. Gal was there to but we never felt as intruders. The apartment is a good 25 minutes walk from the old center but the busstation nearby made it very easy to get there. There are a lot of different lines which can take you anywhere in the city. A supermarket is 2 minutes away.
While we were in the city we got different invites from Gal to join him in some activities in the city. Whenever we sent him a message we almost always got an answer immediately.
If i'd ever visit Lisbon again I would certainly go back to Palacio Gal!