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9.4

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 560 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Washer

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Lisboa, Lisboa

Castle of São Jorge5 min walk
Commerce Square12 min walk
Rossio Square14 min walk
Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado)23 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

A perfect spot to stay for our first visit to Lisbon. Carlota and a bottle of wine welcomed us in our arrival. Great com...

Susan L.

Mar 18, 2024

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Dining Area

About this property

City Center - In the heart of old Lisbon (Castle/Alfama)

Just renovated 2nd floor flat in City Center, beside St George’s castle, in a traditional house among local people where you can fully enjoy the flavour of the city. Same owners as 1st floor whose feedback please see.
Description:

Well situated in the heart of old Lisbon, City Center district of Castelo and Alfama, near the Santa Luzia viewpoint (Sun Doors), and next to the Church of The Infant Jesus and beside the castle of St George. Were you can live like a Local and feel the best Lisbon can give.

We will be there to give you the keys, and tourist information when you arrive.

We will do our best to make sure that your stay in Lisbon is truly memorable and with out having to worry about your accommodation.

Information about the apartment:

A cozy, just renovated south-facing flat on the second floor. The stairs are steep as normal for a 300-year-old Lisbon city. The flat is fully equipped and appropriately decorated.

The apartment has a living room with a big double sofa-bed .
There are two bedrooms with double beds - sheets and towels are provided.
There is one bathroom with a shower.
The kitchen equipment is new.

Included in the rent are:-
Wi-Fi internet, Cable TV with international channels
Sheets, towels, etc

Transport: Thirty metres from buses and trams(12,28), Subway 600 metres away (Martim Moniz Station)
Restaurants, supermarkets and shopping nearby.

The flat is normally available from 3pm on the day of arrival until 11am on the leaving date

PS: Late Check-in that 21:00 (9 PM). Check-in after this time is subject to confirmation and has an extra 25 euros payable on arrival.

Property manager

Fabíola and António

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Extra beds/cots

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

Colocamos uma cama extra de bebé (berço)

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Property Registration Number 19315/AL

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lisbon

Located in Lisbon, this apartment is in the city centre. Castle of São Jorge and Lisbon Cathedral are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Costa da Caparica Beach and Carcavelos Beach. Check out an event or a game at Estádio da Luz, and consider making time for Lisbon Oceanarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.

Lisboa, Lisboa

What's nearby

Castle of São Jorge - 5 min walk
Lisbon Cathedral - 6 min walk
Commerce Square - 12 min walk
Santa Justa Elevator - 13 min walk
Rossio Square - 14 min walk

Getting around

São Tomé Stop - 1 min walk
Santa Apolonia Station - 10 min walk
Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

‪Quiosque Portas do Sol - ‬2 min walk
‪O Prego - ‬1 min walk
‪Seher Palace - ‬1 min walk
‪Restaurante Altar - ‬2 min walk
‪Esplanada do Cantinho - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is City Center - In the heart of old Lisbon (Castle/Alfama) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at City Center - In the heart of old Lisbon (Castle/Alfama)?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at City Center - In the heart of old Lisbon (Castle/Alfama)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is City Center - In the heart of old Lisbon (Castle/Alfama) located?

Located in Lisbon Old Town, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Portas do Sol Viewpoint, Castle of São Jorge and Lisbon Cathedral. Rossio Square and Commerce Square are also within 15 minutes. São Tomé Stop and R. Escolas Gerais Stop are within a 2-minute walk.

9.4

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Viviane S.

3 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Appartement coquet

Situé dans un quartier pittoresque, proche de toutes les curiosités, des transports et du mythique Tram 28. Très bon accueil de Carlota. Appartement propre et très bien équipé

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

D J.

7 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alfama

Nous avons passé un superbe séjour dans cet appartement. L’accueil a été parfait. Nous avons reçu de bonnes explications sur l’´appartement, les loisirs, les transports, les restaurants. Au départ nous avons rencontré les personnes du ménage, très sympathiques. Nous recommandons ce logement, propre, spacieux et très bien situé dans l’Alfama.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

6 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic apartment and location

We stayed in this lovely apartment from April 26 to May 1..the location is amazing, walking to all the neighborhoods and attractions and restaurants . Our favourite and possibly one of the best meals we have ever had was at 28 restaurante, just a 5 minute walk from the apartment.The apartment is so cute and met all of our family of 5 needs . Communication with Antione and Fabiola was great. Totally recommend this lovely apartment.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

18 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot to explore Old Lisbon

A perfect spot to stay for our first visit to Lisbon. Carlota and a bottle of wine welcomed us in our arrival. Great communication and advice for our stay (ask about Fado!). We cooked some meals in the well-equipped kitchen and the laundry worked well. We even got to hang our clothes from the line outside the window like the natives! Short walk to the castle and the cathedral (<10 minutes). A bit further to the metro and a 20 minute walk from the Santa Apolonia train station. The stairs are crazy steep and narrow as others have noted. So it would be a tough spot for anyone with mobility issues or who likes to pack heavy.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Juha

13 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Nice location in Alfama close to several attractions. Lot’s of space for a couple and even for a family. The weak electric capacity was something we did not know when doing the reservation. When checking in we were informed about the limited use of electric devices at the same time. For instance we couldn’t use the both heaters which were available.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Ken T.

5 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stairs

Apartment was very good however the stairs to the door of the apartment are very steep and tricky. As a senior it was difficult to maneuver up and down especially with luggage.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Anya

2 Feb 2024

Liked: Communication

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We stayed there for three days and for the first two days we were struggling to take a hot shower. The how water ran out after the first person took a 5 minutes shower and the rest of the group weren’t able to use the shower after we waited for an hour. We need to wait until the next day morning, and at night the water is cold again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pilar V.

8 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

My Mother, Daughter, and I traveled Portugal

I travel extensively, and usually book local accommodations or small hotels. This trip was a very special one with my daughter (25) and mother(72). The apartment was very clean, exactly as described. Carlota met us at check in and explained all details to us, making sure we had no questions. Excellent service. Do be aware of the location, as there are steep stairs. It was a little difficult for Mom, and she is strong at 72. Would recommend if you like clean, simple, and steps are ok. 😄

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne J., Halifax, Nova Scotia , Canada

19 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Two Cdn's

Enjoyed experiencing an authentic Alfama neighbourhood. Location was terrific. The stairs to the apartment a challenge with lots of luggage...and not for anyone with mobility issues. We did fine. The weather was hot so be prepared for no air conditioning. The apartment had two fans which worked great for us.

Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Mari O.

11 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good Location

Carlota met us at the apartment and they were accommodating in allowing us to check in a little early. The location is great, but not close to the train, so we took Uber mostly to get around. As other reviewers noted, there are a set of very steep stairs to get to the apartment, so it was challenging for my parents to go up and down the stairs. There was a strong smell coming from the bathroom, which seems to be common in these old building. Also in these old buildings there is no air conditioner. Otherwise, the apartment was clean and we had a good stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

jennifer p.

3 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location

We enjoyed our stay, it was a great location, easy access to everything, including Ubers. Apt was clean and felt safe. Only minor issue was bathroom smell but it seems to be a common theme with a lot of lisbon apts..that being said I still recommend due to the other pros.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent P.

15 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

We’ll located and surprisingly quiet being so close to everything.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trina A.

27 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, clean beautiful flat

Easy walking distance to sights and restaurants. Be ready for stairs. Beautiful clean flat.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

nathalie m.

30 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super séjour

Appartement très bien placé, propre, idéal pour une famille, très bon accueil. Je recommande vivement !

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gilles D.

25 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fine

Tres agreable

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

2 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Lovely Apartment

Our stay was for 3 months. And, the owner, Antonio, was the kindest and most considerate of landlords. Carlota, who met us was efficient and extremely helpful. There was not much that was negative about this experience, but the area, we found was much too busy with tourists, for what we like, but it was bustling and besides being careful of pick-pockets (which are everywhere in Alfama), it was pleasant. I would definitely recommend this apartment. It had a real stove, and the bathroom was bigger than most Alfama Apartments, so we were happy!

Stayed 92 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

1 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Way to see Lisbon

Our host could not have been more accommodating and made himself available when the only Real problem happened: our refrigerator “ died” . Antonio was at the apartment within the hour and worked diligently until he got it replaced. He had someone ( Carlota) at the apartment to meet us, which is so comforting when you fly overseas, are running on very little sleep, and in a new country. We walked… oh, did we walk, just about everywhere. Took the train out from Rossio to Sintra one day ( a Must do, and easy to do via train) . Literally, had a light agenda , on purpose, and created our own adventure every day!! What an amazing trip/ vacation, made only better by our hosts!! Thank you again, Antonio!!

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Chill Yin

28 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Location is very convenient right by popular tourist attraction. Nice apartment and host is wonderful meeting us in person and patiently gave us orientation upon our arrival. One thing I must warn folks- especially if you have mobility issues, knee problems, or on the heavier side or simply have a large luggage - I stress this - I read other reviews and thought we are physically active and this can’t be this hard- the apartment is located on the 3rd ( not 2nd!!!) floor of a building near top of steep hill - everyday we walked up and down hill to sight see - it was a nice cardio. We packed light only 15lb carryon and a small backpack each- getting to the building and going up the stairs were surprisingly a struggle for us. So if you have more luggage than this, you should Take a taxi or tuk tuk ( you still need to get up the narrow and steep stairs though ) the streets in the Alfama district are narrow- narrow sidewalks and bumpy ground and sometimes steep stairs -you will need to carry your luggage sometimes. So be warned. Otherwise we throughly enjoy the stay and will recommend the place ! :)

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

12 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet stay in Alfama

Lisbon is a lovely city! The apartment was in a location within walking distance to many places. The neighborhood is delightful with small cafes and shops nearby. The apartment was cozy and comfortable.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

PHILIPPE S.

9 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Juste très bien !

Appartement très bien situé dans un quartier typique, appartement très bien équipé, très mignon, très très propre. Très bon accueil… c’est juste très bien !

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Veronique A.

7 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bien

Appartement très bien situé, propre mais escaliers un peu raides Accueil sympathique

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

LUIS L.

18 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Disliked: Check-in

Average!!!

Great location BUT hosts failed to warn us that there are 31 very narrow and deep steps to get to apartment. As a 73 years old man travelling with a 14 yearn old granddaughter it was unbelievable challenging to bring our luggage up and down upon leaving. Also, we were never able to get an Uber to the address. We had to walk down a hill to meet one. They would not come to address. We would have rated this place higher but the Host/Hostess local representative who met us after having to wait for her outside the apartment in the street with luggage and constant traffic after flying all night from the USA was condescending, very rude and plain nasty upon meeting us, WHY??? This is not a place for people w disabilities or older people. The Host/Hostess were very responsive in answering our questions but their chosen representative was definitely not a nice person.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric N.

11 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay in Alfama

The property was everything we wanted it to be. The location was incredible and was in close proximity to so many wonderful places.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Edith B.

29 June 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

séjour Lisbonne

L'emplacement est très bien pour visiter Lisbonne. Il faut être en forme car l'escalier est très abrupte. Il y a de la moisissure dans la salle de bain, et sa ne sent pas très bon.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina B., Columbus, Ohio

20 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family of four

This is a great property at the top of Alfama’s historical district. You will feel like you walked back in time as you walk the streets beneath the walls of St Jorge castle. Our advice is to take a taxi or Uber to the apartment when you arrive in Lisbon. The distance from the train is too far and high for lugging suitcases!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Fabíola and António

We are a married couple with two children, and enjoy participating in sports as well as watching them.
We ourselves enjoy the city, its history and its people.
We also enjoy meeting visitors. We have taken advantage of the opportunity to furnish our apartments in a sympathetic and attractive way. We therefore enjoy doing everything we can to make our visitors' holidays (travel experience) comfortable and memorable.

We look forward to welcoming you,

Fabíola and António