My husband and I wanted to have a true Lisbon experience and this place has the perfect location to accomplish that. It is quite close to all other “bairros” (Alfama, Bairro Alto-Chiado, Baixa) without being in a “touristy” area. There are many places where you can eat among the locals. A very well stocked Pingo Doce (one of Portugal’s main supermarket chains) and a pharmacy are walking distance. The apartment was very confortable and clean.
We stayed while the Festas Populares took place. We really enjoyed singing and dancing with the locals at the nearby Praça and when we called it a night, the apartment walls are so thick that we could barely hear the noise even though it was just a few steps away!! Once the Festas were over the neighborhood was really, really calm!!
Carlos is a great host. He made sure we had everything we needed and gave us some recommendations about things to do during our vacation. I definitely recommend this place!!!