If you have any second guesses about this place you need to jump on it now if it's even still available. The view is unbelievable and your a 5 min walk to the the river with all the hustle and bustle as well as a 5 min walk up to the cathedral where you can walk across the top of the bridge for an amazing view.
The unit is down a path and stairs from the cathedral and I admit first time down with bags was intimidating but Joao meets you there and walks you down helping with your bags all while telling you about the beautiful place
We had two small wussy kids (6 and 9) that really complained about the stairs the first day but got over it. Don't get me wrong walking up these stairs are not easy but as Joao told us "when you go down the stairs the saints are with you but when you go up.. you are on your own".
Their is a private elevator that is a about 30 steps down from the unit which takes you to the river . If you plan your day we'll this isn't an issue and waking up in the morning to the view is priceless
Also, Joao is an amazing host . Gave us so much information when we came, had milk and orange juice in the fridge for the kids and gave us SO MANY recommendations! Book this now it won't last