Cristina’s place was an absolute treasure. As a solo traveller I’m always concerned about location and safety.
I didn’t have to worry at all. Cristina had given me detailed instructions of how to get to the apartment from the airport but when I arrived in Porto it was pouring with rain so she was kind enough to pick me up from the metro station and drive me the 500m to the apartment! Wifi was strong, the bed was comfortable and the proximity to Santa Catarina (the shopping street) and easy walk to most other places makes this an amazing spot. There was an oil heater which was god sent as I had not expected the temperature to drop so drastically! There are loads of restaurants a short walk away and many cafes as well. Cristina even had a gorgeous welcome present - local biscuits and jam.