The flat was wonderful. We felt as if we were in the medieval city but with all the modern facilities. 80cm wide wall isolated us perfectly from all the street noises and even from the cathedral bells (which were 100m from us). I suppose it works also with heat in summer and keeps the room cool when it’s really hot outside. This place isn’t for tourist who are used to the colorful flats furnished in IKEA. It’s something more. So if you can’t afford a “Pousada”, you can stay in Hugo’s flat and absorb the history. And later get back into the reality thanks to a very fast Wifi.
In details: the flat was big and comfortable which was just enough for 5 people. There were 3 bedrooms so nobody had to sleep in the living room. The kitchen was fully equipped. We could have parked our new rented car safely on the street for free. There is a grocery shop on the ground level and a market nearby so you don’t have to waste time for shopping. The underground station is 2 minutes by foot so you can arrive easily from the airport.
What else? Of course, Hugo and his father were very kind and helpful. Before coming we’ve received all the pieces of information on how to get to the apartment. Then they waited for us until 11p.m. When we arrived the heater was set up- we stopped it because October Portugal is as hot as Poland during the summer time ;) Prior to leaving the place, we asked Hugo to pay a 0,80€ motorway fee for us (everybody who knows the Portugese system of motorways knows how important it is) and he did it!
And last but not least- we came to Porto for a marathon and the distance between the flat and the marathon start point was one of the most crucial factors while choosing the apartment. So if you want to run this marathon- go for Hugo’s flat- you’ll have only 15 minutes’ walk to the start point- just enough for a proper warming up!
Thank you Hugo!