José was a very responsive host and was kind enough to accommodate our early arrival. The apartment is shared with other travelers/guests. It's a little outside of the heart of the city, but still very accessible via public transportation and by foot, giving you freedom to move around (though it is a bit of a slope, it's all part of Lisbon's charm). The room itself is a modest size but had all the important necessities (including a big closet) and the whole apartment has a very nice layout/design. You can also access the kitchen and there are a number of grocery stores around the neighborhood. It was nice to see a different part of the city outside of the touristic spots!