This was our first stop on our honeymoon for a 16 day trip through Portugal. We really didn’t know what to expect and showed up to this space after 20 hours of no sleep and frustrating travel from the west coast of the US. We exited our taxi and Silvia and Edu greeted us with exuberant energy and was very excited to see us. They gave us many options of places to go and eat, their excitement was contagious. We also needed an early check in and they arranged the cleaning for it to be available at 11AM!! Much needed after long travel!! If we could give 10 stars for first impressions we would.
The loft itself is wonderfully clean. It is centrally located so absolutely everything was convenient and within walking distance. Even with the scorching summer heat, it stayed relatively cool with the fans and window shutters.
There is a lot of construction next door. The drilling and noise begins at 8AM. The windows provide a great sound barrier, but for the light sleeper this might be a consideration. This never prevented us from enjoying our stay though.
ProTip: everything is closed on Sunday mornings! Don’t expect an espresso! But no fret, the loft had espresso and tea. Lunch spots may open later. And believe us, when you walk the empty quiet streets of Porto on a Sunday morning, you will not be disappointed! Do an outing to the Douro Valley on Sunday’s with Francisco at LAB Portugal tours. The best way to appreciate your quiet Sunday its with a friendly local and a spread of local wines and ports.
This is so far one of the best places we’ve stayed!! Thank you Silvia and Edu!!
xo - two very hard to please honeymooners ;)