Asha and I stayed here for two weeks. First, let me get this out of the way: The bed and bedding were very comfortable and the kitchen was fully stocked for cooking and the place was immaculately clean and airy and uncluttered, with a view to the water. Plus, you're in a great neighborhood, the best in Lisbon, and you're about 5 minutes away from the metro and a small supermarket. Alejandra's husband Sebastian met us at the flat and was so nice and welcoming and explained everything. I would give Alejandra's place my highest recommendation.

My first impression upon arriving: This place is beautiful, I wonder if I can stay on longer. My second impression: I wonder if Alejandra will sell this place to me so I can stay here forever. Seriously, it's that nice.

Stairs, there are a lot and they are small and steep. The place is also on two floors, the fabulous bedroom upstairs. If you have mobility problems, this is not your place, but Alfama in general will give you trouble if you have mobility problems. Wifi is through a small Vodaphone mobile device and there was significant speed decline in the evenings when all of Lisbon was online. Video was a problem at those times, but email and normal browsing were ok. As a bonus, you could take the portable wifi device with you and use your laptop, tablet or phone wherever, though we had our own phones and did not do this.

I would stay here again (and again) in a heartbeat.