Ana's apartment is in a terrific location in Belem with easy access into Lisbon by trolley or bus. The apartment has been completely renovated and provides all the comforts a traveler would need for a short or longer term stay - well stocked kitchen with fridge, stove, microwave, dishes, etc. Ana also has a clothes washer (with soap) and drying rack if you need to do any laundry during your stay.

The apartment is located on the 3rd level of the building, and provides a some nice views of the local area including the suspension bridge, Age of Explorers Monument, Presidential Palace, and Cathedral.

Ana is a vivacious and responsive host, and was there to meet us at our agreed upon time. She provided a great overview of the apartment, and suggested the local market for provisions. A couple stops away by trolley or bus - or a 10 minute walk. She gave us a ride to the market after our arrival as she was headed in that direction and she insisted on buying a fresh bag of coffee for us for the apartment.

We had a rental car for our trip, and finding free parking on the street near the apartment was as easy as Ana described in our correspondence. We found the closet location to purchase a daily transportation pass (bus, trolley, metro, etc.) at the "green newspaper kiosk" across the street from the famous Belem Pastries shop

There are a number of local restaurants nearby for lunch or dinner - the closest just a few steps from the apartment (El Sabor) where we had a wonderful Arroz Mariscos one evening.