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Traditional Alfama apartment Sleeps 3 Couer d'Alfama 3 personnes

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Living area
view to kitchen
Corridor
Stairway
Living room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 325.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Lisbon, Portugal
  • Castle of São Jorge
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Rossio Square
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Avenida da Liberdade
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Traditional Alfama apartment Sleeps 3 Couer d'Alfama 3 personnes

Sunny, apartment in the heart of Alfama, the oldest most picturesque neighborhood in the center of Lisbon. Fado clubs and lively cafes.

Not always quiet at night. Portuguese spend a lot of evenings out chatting in the neighborhood.

Check in after 15h (3 PM) until midnight
Check-out 12 noon
No children under 16 years old. ( not a childproof apartment)
Officially Registered Apartment 56539/AL.

The apartment , (300 sq. ft. / 32m²) is on the second floor in a 19th century typical Alfama house. 2 flights of (quite old) stairs to the apartment.
There is a lively cafe in our square that is open in nice weather.
Lots of sun in the day and cool for sleeping in the night in summer. Sleeps 3.
A small balcony looks out on the tiny streets of this old neighborhood.
Very convenient to all the sights. It is only a 5 minutes to walk to the Castelo Sao Jorge and 3 minute walk to the famous Feira da Ladra (flea market), and a 5 minute walk to the River Tejo, with restaurants with seating looking out on the river Tejo. 15 minute walk to the downtown shopping neighborhood.
And, you can travel around Lisbon on the delightful, picturesque electric tram # 28 which is a 1 minute walk from the apartment. It is a 5 minute walk to the Metro Station in Santa Apolonia Train Station. (Lisbon's main terminal) In the station is a Pingo Doce supermarket open until 10PM, very convenient!
Parking for non residents is nearby. There are various public parking places near-by - about 5 minutes walk. Please inform me if you will be driving to Lisbon. I will help you with parking suggestions.
The neighborhood is filled with many authentic Fado houses, cafes with live music, and restaurants. Alfama is the oldest part of the city with tiny streets to discover. A beautiful labyrinth.
The apartment sleeps total 3 people. Has excellent Wi-Fi. It has a small separate bedroom with a double bed, ( for 2 people) a sunny living room with a double sofa bed, and dining table.
A kitchen with 2 coffee makers, (Moka and French Press) gas stove top, microwave, fridge, toaster, clothes washing machine, electric kettle. ( there is no oven)

The apartment is equipped with cable TV (English, French, German, Chinese, CNN, BBC, Portuguese and other languages and many movie channels). A full bathroom with shower. Hair dryer.
We supply liquid hand soap and Portuguese soap.

** For "extremely tall" people, be aware that the ceilings are not very high in bathroom and kitchen. It could be inconvenient.

In winter time the apartment is heated with electric heaters and there are fans for summer cooling.
We provide sheets, towels, liquid hand soap, and bath gel.
Minimum of 2 nights.

Keywords: Lisbon rentals, Alfama, Portugal, Holiday Rental Apartment. Alfama apartment, Lisbon rental, Lisbon, Short term rentals

Property manager

ellie ali
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We request that you close the doors gently and be careful going up and down the stairs. It is a very old house.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 56539/AL

We should mention

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

About the area

Lisbon

Located on a river, this apartment is in Lisbon Old Town, a neighbourhood in Lisbon. Lisbon Cathedral and Castle of São Jorge are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Costa da Caparica Beach and Carcavelos Beach. Lisbon Oceanarium and Fado Museum are also worth visiting. Sailing and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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Lisbon, Portugal

What's nearby

  • Lisbon Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Castle of São Jorge - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Santa Justa Elevator - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Rossio Square - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Avenida da Liberdade - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Cç. S. Vicente Stop - 2 min walk
  • Santa Apolonia Station - 6 min walk
  • Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aura Dim Sum - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante O Tasco do Vigário - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Copenhagen Coffee Lab - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taberna dos Clericos - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Beco a Sério - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Traditional Alfama apartment Sleeps 3 Couer d'Alfama 3 personnes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Traditional Alfama apartment Sleeps 3 Couer d'Alfama 3 personnes ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traditional Alfama apartment Sleeps 3 Couer d'Alfama 3 personnes ?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Traditional Alfama apartment Sleeps 3 Couer d'Alfama 3 personnes located?

Located in Lisbon Old Town, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Fado Museum, Lisbon Cathedral and Castle of São Jorge. Rossio Square and Avenida da Liberdade are also within 1 mile (2 km). Cç. S. Vicente Stop is only a 2-minute walk and R. Escolas Gerais Stop is 2 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

suzanne m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay in Alfama
Very nice location and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay in Alfama
Ellie's apartment was clean, comfortable, in a fantastic location. Ellie was an excellent host, and went above and beyond the norm, she asked and listened to my plans and was very helpful in her directions and recommendation. If you want a taste of Lisbon history, this is an excellent place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilhelmus F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very lovely stay
Fine apartment on a lovely part of Lisbon, Alfama.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dagmar N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect holiday home in old town of Lisbon
We enjoyed recovering in the cosy flat after walking through the wonderful city all day long. Quiet as the street is too narrow for cars. Close to a popular view point, many sights and to means of public transport. Ellie is a perfect, warm-hearted host who is extremely helpful before and during the holiday.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely host, communicative and open. Excellent location in the Alfama district of Lisbon. Kitchen very well equipped with a lot of cooking utensils and the basics. Bathroom well equipped, clean and with a lot of towels. We recommend to park your car at the cruise terminal (using telpark, for 8 euros per day) and to take a bolt cab (4-6 euros) to the flat. Thanks Elli for the hospitality
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Alfama Location
Located on the second floor of an old Alfama building, this is a great location to experience a real Portuguese neighbourhood. It is also close to the rail/bus/tram routes which makes it a great base to explore. Ellie was a great host and we loved staying there. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay in Alfama
Fabulous location and atmosphere in ancient Alfama. Good restaurants, including a nice Fado place, excellent transportation access. A great place to stay for an authentic Lisbon experience in a very old part of town full of character.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

YVON G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lisbon
Nice host Nice flat Nice city
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria K., Aarhus, Danmark

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely stay in Lisboa
Everything was perfect. The host is very sweet and considerate.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josselyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and lovely host!!
My friend and I stayed in Lisbon for the first time and this apartment is the ideal location! It is very walkable with many restaurants around and close to the city. Metro and buses are also an easy walk away from the apartment. Ellie was an amazing host with great communication and the check in process was very easy. She was also very helpful with letting us know things about transportation and the city of Lisbon. Would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Carolyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Historical neighbourhood
Clean and quaint.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

mi-la d.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
wonderful place to stay
Ellie is an extremely gracious host and did her best to be flexible to accommodate me. Slight mix-up at check in because I didn't get data in timely fashion (carrier's issue). Very accurate description of the location and hilly nature - if you are fit, is quite easy to navigate to use subway system.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

frank l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Ok
Ok
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lisbon Trip
Great, quaint Portuguese property set in historic centre of Alfama. Beautiful cobbled streets which can be slippery. Beautiful city. Lots to do and see. Host was excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Donna B.

Noisy
Ok …. Bedroom had a moldy smell. Noisy till 3in morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful apartment in Alfama
I had a wonderful time staying at Elli’s apartment in Alfama. It was very clean and Elli was a wonderful host, giving suggestions on restaurants and things to do! It was really easy to get around on foot from the apartment as center city Lisbon is about a ten minute walk away! All in all, a wonderful experience and I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Apartment in a Great Location
We stayed here four nights - it was a great location. There were many restaurants very close by. We went to hear musicians singing Fado and playing guitars right in the neighborhood. Ellie was great - she answered all our emails promptly, met us at the apartment, and gave us good recommendations. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location as a base to explore Lisbon.
Nice tidy suite in the heart of one of Lisbon’s oldest nieghbourhoods. Close to the excellent Lisbon Metro as well as regional trains. Ellie was a gracious and very helpful host who always had time to answer our questions, and with advice and direction on places we wanted to visit. Highly recommended. This is a hilly neighbourhood and we definitely managed to get our exercise during our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
In Alfama you'll see and experience the traditions of Portugal. The apartment was clean and Eli was quick to respond to our needs and any questions. Would definitely recommend especially if you want to experience the traditional Portugal.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in Alfama
This apartment in Alfama is in a great location to explore the entire area. There are restaurants everywhere within walking distance and places to buy food. It’s in a wonderful area that’s quiet, has lots of music in cafes and on the street, local people, and very close the the Santa Apolonia metro station. The apartment was very clean and comfortable and had everything you might need. Communication and check in was easy, Ellie was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R., Kailua Kona, Hawaii, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Loved Old Lisbon.
Location was perfect. Walkable distance from everything in Old Lisbon. Ellie was very thorough and informative and was easy to communicate with. The apartment is very cute, simple, and “old”, on the second floor, be sure you can walk up and down stairs. The trolleys came in handy to check out other areas and Uber is fast, easy, and inexpensive to/from almost everywhere. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lisbon cute apartment
The host was very good at constant communication and letting us in early. It was very clean and she had thought of everything. For being in a great location it was very reasonable. The stairs to the apartment were very steep so travel light. It was quiet at night but with a few nice bars nearby especially Vossa Lisboa up the street.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small but Inviting
We loved the location. Ellie met us down the road from the apartment, where the taxi dropped us off for check-in. The apartment had everything we needed and more. We used the small market, that is just steps away, the first night for some basics. We ate at several of the small outdoor restaurants in the neighborhood. Yes, the stairs are narrow and delicate because of their age but this is a treasure we will always remember. We would love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alfama
Cute apartment in an older building. We were there during a hot spell and a/c would have been nice as the fans could not cool down the bedroom. Perhaps not for the infirm as the two flghts of stairs are quite steep. Alfama is a wonderful area with many attractions. Uber is fast and plentiful. All in all, we had a pleasant experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ralph C., Melbourne, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint and Comfortable
The apartment is in an old building in the Alfama district, close to Santa Apolonia Station, and Ellie met us in the street nearby to take us to it. It is light and airy, with three good size windows overlooking a small Placa. It is very comfortable, with a good size well-equipped kitchen and modern bathroom. Two small mini-markets are very close by. Ellie is a great communicator and took time to show us around the apartment and point out some of the important aspects. We had a great time staying there and can highly reconmment it.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by ellie ali

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I have been hosting here in Lisbon since 2007. I am very proud of Alfama, this old and beautiful neighborhood and I enjoy sharing my knowledge of the city with visitors. I live on the top floor of the same building and I am available to answer any questions you may have.

Why they chose this property

Lisbon is a very charming old world city. It has lots of outdoor cafes on every street. The art, music and food of Portugal is found in abundance in Lisbon, the capital. I chose the Alfama neighborhood because of its ancient feel, tiny streets with very few cars, people who have lived there for many generations keeping their old traditions. You are in the city and at the same time in a tiny village with an atmosphere of another time. I am a painter and find the city beautiful and inspiring.

What makes this property unique

The apartment is 10 minute walk to the downtown center, a 3 minute walk to the River Tejo, the large river that runs through Lisbon to the Atlantic. It is a short trip to Estoril beaches by public transport. The # 28 Electrico (tram) which is one minute walk from the door, takes you on an enchanting ride through the tiny streets and hills across Lisbon. You don't need a car in Lisbon, public transport and taxis are very abundant and not expensive. Lisbon is a 'secret' city that lives on it's own time. Portuguese people revere their quality of life, which I have found emphasizes eating good fresh food (excellent fish) and drinking the wines of the country, which is another wonderful discovery.

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