Dianka was wonderful and very helpful - the guestbook added a comfortable and personal touch (and we also found most of our recommendations from there!). The location turned out to be ideal - about a 7 minute walk to one of the main train stations (the one that takes you to Sintra), and a 15 minute walk from the seaside where you take the train to Cascais.

The location turned out to be the 'party area', which I thought meant dirty streets pouring with belligerent teens. Actually, it means live music (with a fantastic jazz bar) everywhere, nice hip little bars (Cinco is a must) and cute little restaurants (the one directly downstairs has incredible octopus). The place is well lit and very charming.

Only things to note: The building is old so does NOT have an elevator (Dianka's place is on the top floor -- 5th floor) and the bathroom sometimes acquires a Sulfur smell if you don't let a draft pass through the place (once you open a window it's almost immediately fine).

In all, the place was perfect for its location, price and hospitality. Would definitely do it again in the same place.