After a week’s stay in the apartment, we can recommend it to anyone who wants to get a feel of living in the “old” area of Lisboa.
Diogo is a friendly and enthusiastic host. He greeted us on our arrival and gave a comprehensive briefing on the apartment , the local area and recommended places to visit.
The apartment is comfortable and more enjoyable than in a hotel room. It is equipped with a washing machine (a must for a long stay), good wi-fi connection and cooking facilities. The kitchen is small but fine for basic meals. Most of the time you would be trying the local eating places anyway.
Anyone considering staying here should be aware that it is located on top of a hill with narrow cobblestoned streets. We had no trouble reaching the apartment by taxi from the nearest railway station but I can imagine that some taxi drivers would not like to go there.
There are plenty of cafes and restaurants in the area and it is only a short walk to the castle and the tram line at Portas do Sol.
Our recommendation is to start your daily touring early to avoid the crowds at the popular sites. At 8am, you can travel on the No 28 tram without the crush.