João acted as the perfect host, and his charming flat offers wonderful views from the heart of Alfama.
I appreciated the communication in the days before my arrival, and the warm greeting I received when I met João. After familiarizing me with the apartment, he pointed out a number of recommendations for dining and sight seeing, identifying them on the map he provided. He then treated me to a cup of coffee (in addition to the gift of wine and cheese!) before offering to drive me to the nearby central market for my first meal in the city.
I cannot recommend João and his flat highly enough. An outstanding value.