We had an amazing stay in Lisboa! Many thanks to Gabriela and hubbie Luis for their kindness and assistance.
Gabriela greeted us at the agreed time and was incredibly welcoming. She was super friendly and is a very positive person...we all got along very well.
Gabriela was a great resource of information for all things Lisboa...from getting around on local transit and restaurants, shopping, and all the best sights to see.
The apartment was perfect for our group of five. Other than quickly adjusting to the Portuguese sized shower (now we know that it is common to have a smaller shower in most places) we had zero complaints.
The building and apartment were very secure. We actually admired the very good quality doors and locks on the building and apartment.
Not having a clothes dryer was also an easy adjustment. No one seems to have them - which I am sure is a very good thing here as electricity costs are very high.
Parking at the flat was always very busy on the street. Luckily there are two great paid parking options just behind the building...long and short stay.
We really loved the convenience of being right in the city and having many grocery, pasteria cafes, ATM and shops right on the block!
In spite of having rented a car for our time in Lisboa, we found it very convenient to walk and UBER around town. Parking in many areas is very congested, traffic in the city center is always busy...and it was much more fun to explore and see the sights via FOOT. Just get ready for a few dozen hills to climb! 😊
We would highly recommend staying with Gabriela at the La Graca flat and hope to return to visit with her again one day!