There is a big ocean view and as long as the windows were closed it was not noisy. It is very close to the train and easy to get to Cascais and Lisbon. The beach is just across the street with several good places to eat. It is not near a downtown area. The apartment is roomy for a couple or a couple with children. There really isn't a second bedroom for another couple. A second couple would have to sleep in the living room.