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Travessa II - cozy and charming in historic area

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 570 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Lisbon, Lisboa
  • Castle of São Jorge
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Rossio Square
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Avenida da Liberdade
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Travessa II - cozy and charming in historic area

COVID-19 SPECIAL: As long as there are international travel restrictions in Portugal for booked dates, guests that now make their reservation, are allowed to change their booking dates without any penalty.

Located in a narrow alley of old Alfama, this 1st-floor apartment is tranquil and stylish. Tall windows with original wooden shutters and fresh white floral curtains, exposed stonework on the walls of the kitchen and cozy bedrooms are some of the features of this charming apartment, entirely suited to families or small group of friends. Singular and attractive interiors combined with historical exteriors are the key elements for making the most of one of Europe’s trendiest cities.

DESCRIPTION
In a beautiful historical quarter and entirely renovated, this apartment is part of a narrow and discrete alley where cars are not allowed. Its interiors are stylish and comprise wooden floors and original wooden shutters combined with low-key colors, cozy rooms, excellent beds and a nice, spacious common area. The general feel is that the interiors have been very tastefully decorated, always with the guests’ comfort in mind.
The apartment’s blessed tranquility will feel like heaven at the end of a day walking round the streets of Lisbon.

NEIGHBORHOOD
Historical Alfama dates back to the time of Arab occupation (ca. 8th, 9th century AD), which is probably why it is packed with so many Fado venues, as the traditional Portuguese song is supposed to have been influenced by the Arab culture. Quite typical and not at all uncommon is to listen to Fado amateurs singing their hearts out from the inside of their own homes! This charming quarter is also jammed with centuries old monuments, quaint grocery stores, charming shops, a flea market and labyrinthine alleys. On foot, you can reach most of old, historical Lisbon. . On your way, you will also come across grocers, shoemakers and other artisans who have been selling their products for over 40 years! This is real, genuine Lisbon, with which most visitors fall in love at first glance.
You can also marvel, day in day out, at the glistening Tagus river from Alfama’s highest spots. The Fado Museum is another of Alfama’s highlights.

The apartment’s quiet alley is walking distance from some of Lisbon’s “relics”: 5 min to the Fado Museum, Panteão Nacional (where the Portuguese royal family and prestigious Portuguese are buried) and São Vicente de Fora convent; 10 min to São Jorge Castle or the Se Cathedral;15 min from one of the world’s most beautiful square, Praça do Comércio, and the elegant downtown buildings; a little further away, are the aristocratic Chiado and the alternative Bairro Alto with a trendy nightlife. Of course, you will also have to explore Belém – the Museum quarter. So please take a bus or a tram and spend some time there. Loads to see in Belém!

Nearby, less than a 5 minutes walk, runs the ultra-famous 28 tram line which crosses some of the best historical quarters, as well as Santa Apolónia metro and train station which links Lisbon to the whole country. The metro network reaches a good part of Lisbon. Metro and buses can also take you to Cais do Sodré train station which serves the beautiful Cascais and Estoril summer resorts, or to Rossio train station from where you can reach Lord Byron’s beloved village of Sintra.


FACTSHEET
Accommodates 5
1st floor (with no lift)
2 bedrooms (one with a double bed, the other with the option of a double bed or 2 singles + 1 extra bed).
Bathroom with shower
Living/dining room
Fully equipped kitchen (microwave, oven, coffee machine, dishwasher, washing-machine, blender, juicer and others).
Area of 70 square meters
Officially registered as local accommodation: 2819/AL


Apartment includes
Towels and linen
Free wi-fi
Flat screen TV with multi international channels
Hairdryer
1 baby cot and 1 baby chair (if required)
Welcome amenities (coffee, tea, sugar, salt, olive oil, vinegar, toilet paper and hand soap). Kindly note this is a self-catering apartment. These items will not be refilled during your stay.
We have prepared a booklet with general information about Lisbon. Apart from some of its main highlights, it includes suggestions regarding restaurants, bars, shopping, transport and special neighborhoods, as well as some unique recommendations that will make all the difference to your time with us.


INTERACTION WITH GUESTS
We are your “friends in town” and will be delighted to help you enjoy a real and authentic Lisbon experience. We hold our guests’ needs and comfort in high esteem and are always available to provide you with information and tips about the city and its surroundings.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


- 1st floor in a building with no lift
- restricted car area. Private cars can go up to the beginning of the street (at 100 mts from the apartment). Taxis, though, can leave you 50 mts from the apartment’s door. There is a public parking nearby (300 m next to the river and Santa Apolónia Station for € 8 / 24h)

- there is a refundable security deposit of 100€ (credit card hold)
- check-in: from 4 pm / check-out: from 8 to 11 am. There is no problem in arriving late, however please note that after 10 pm there will be a late check in fee*. If you need a different check-in / check-out hour please let us know. We will try to make it possible (it depends mainly on whether it interferes with other reservations or not, please check with us the availability and cost).


*late check-in fee: 30€ (from 10pm); (40€ from midnight). There is the possibility of picking the key in a safe box in our office and we will do the check-in the next morning at no extra cost. There is also a delay fee of 20€ should you arrive later than 2 hours from arrival time. In this case, you might have to wait as it will be necessary to reschedule the day’s check-ins.



HOUSE RULES

We thank you in advance for respecting our house rules. They are very important to us.
Please find them below:
- note that you’ll be staying in a residential building. We kindly ask you to respect your neighbors rest and privacy
- quiet hours from 10 pm to 8 am (loud noises are not permitted during this period)
- strictly no parties
- no smoking in the apartment and in the building’s common areas
- no pets
- upon check-out, do not leave any garbage, dirty dishes or food in the fridge, please.
If house rules are not respected the refundable deposit will have to be activated.

Property manager

Fatima Marques/Eduardo Miranda/Paula Miranda
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
Checkin 16:00-22:00

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: EUR 30
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Property Registration Number 2819/AL

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Lisbon

Located in Lisbon, this apartment is in the city centre. Lisbon Cathedral and Castle of São Jorge are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carcavelos Beach and Costa da Caparica Beach. Lisbon Oceanarium and Fado Museum are also worth visiting.
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Lisbon, Lisboa

What's nearby

  • Lisbon Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Castle of São Jorge - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Rossio Square - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Santa Justa Elevator - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Avenida da Liberdade - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Santa Apolonia Station - 4 min walk
  • Cç. S. Vicente Stop - 5 min walk
  • Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sol Brasil - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Novo Conceito - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Arcaz Velho - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante O Tasco do Vigário - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taberna Sal Grosso - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Travessa II - cozy and charming in historic area pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Travessa II - cozy and charming in historic area?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-out at Travessa II - cozy and charming in historic area?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Travessa II - cozy and charming in historic area located?

Located in Lisbon Old Town, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of National Pantheon, Lisbon Cathedral and Castle of São Jorge. Rossio Square and Avenida da Liberdade are also within 1 mile (2 km). Santa Apolonia Station is only a 4-minute walk and Cç. S. Vicente Stop is 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

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

Great place and very convenient location

Hot water was not working when we arrived but Paula was extremely responsive and had someone out to fix it is less than an hour.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam C.

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

Great stay

Apartment was very clean and comfortable. Walking distance to a lot!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara P.

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

Lisbon Vacation

We enjoyed the apartment and location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

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

Great Place Near the Water

It was very clean and had all the essentials. Check-in was super easy. The location is great - I. Walking distance to several must see tourist sites. Plenty of choices for restaurants. Nice and close to boardwalk.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

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

Tucked into residential neighborhood

Lovely apartment in historic neighborhood. Shops and restaurants nearby. Easy access to great public transportation. Hosts were helpful with restaurant and sightseeing ideas. After long busy days sightseeing it was nice to retreat to our quiet little neighborhood!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

lee b.

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

Perfect Lisbon flat

The host was very kind and the apartment charming and cozy in a beautiful and convenient location.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli H.

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

Cosy Alfama Retreat

Lovely, well-appointed apartment tucked in a little street near the lively activity of Alfama’s community. Close to metro and train station. Great attractions within walking distance.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy G.

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

a fantastic location

We loved staying here, right in the center of the action. The beds were very comfortable and the apartment had everything we needed. We can recommend this apartment highly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Damien S., Australia

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

Lisboa

The property was easy to find, very central to everything and within easy walking of many attractions in Lisboa. Very interesting neighbourhood with lots of little shops and plenty of eateries, All went well and our stay was very enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike F., Chicago, Il. USA

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

Perfect stay in Lisbon's perfect neighborhood

The apartment is well provisioned with a full kitchen, laundry, living room and 2 bedrooms. The location is off the main streets, well lit and quiet. Alfama is the perfect neighborhood to start your exploration of Lisbon. Restaurants, cafe's and Fado are only steps away from your door. Wine shops and small grocery stores make staying in as convenient as going out. This is the place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dorretta H.

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

Heart of Alfama

The property really is at the heart of historic Alfama and is the perfect base from which to explore everything Lisbon has to offer. The apartment is well equipped, surrounded by bars and restaurants yet quiet at night. Lots of communication with the owners and Joyce their local representative who gave us recommendations and info and was always available to answer any questions. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten F.

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

Perfect location

This location is accessible to everything. The host was very helpful in providing recommendations which we adhered to. Absolutely would stay here again. Note: my friend and I had very different experiences with cab drivers and how close to the apartment they dropped us off. Be prepared to carry your luggage up a hill.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely apartment in Alfama

We loved our stay in Alfama in this apartment. It was a charming, clean place just off Rua Dos Remedios with tons of cafes, restaurants, shops and amazing Fado. It's very close to the train/metro station too, though down a steep hill. The A/C worked well and the apartment had all the necessities. We came with my 83 year old mother who is pretty tough, but I'd say location is maybe not ideal for older travelers because of the hills, stone walkways and the many steps up to the second (first - European) floor.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Viktoria

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthias E.

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

Zentral gelegen, gut eingerichtet

Mitten in Alfama gelegen. In ruhiger Lage, dafür wenig direktes Sonnenlicht. Alles was man braucht (Lebensmittel, Restaurants, Verkehrsanbindung) in 2-3 Minuten fussläufig zu erreichen. Die Wohnung ist klein, aber mit Liebe zum Detail eingerichtet. Zugang über Türcode hat es uns erleichtert spät anzureisen und zeitig anzureisen. Vermieter sind sehr nett und zuvorkommend. Gerne mal wieder.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Kathey C.

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

Historic Center

The area of Lisbon was great and close to the bus sation
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing!

This apartment is a masterpiece, I and my family just loved it. Pros: location, cleanliness, ammenities, decoration Cons: wifi did not work in the bedrooms. I wish I will come back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rudolph S.

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

Tout était excellent dans cet appartement

Nous étions 4 : deux enfants et deux adultes. Cet appartement convenait parfaitement, tant pour l’accueil que pour la propreté des lieux. La location de lappartement était parfaite. Nous y reviendrons !

10/10 Excellent

Alena G.

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

Lisbon experience

We had a great stay, thank you very much! The apartment was very well maintained, its location was good, tram, bus, trains, shops an restaurants - everything just few minutes from the house. The hosts were very kind a caring, we got a lot of useful tips, the organization of out arrival/departure was wery smooth, they helped us even with the car rental. It was very nice to find a water, sweets and a bottle of local wine (which was delicious) in a fridge, especially after 12 hours journey. Even though we did not cook, the kitchen was very well equiped, it was pleasant to be provided with tea, chocolate and coffee for the morning start. Lisbon itself is an amazing place, we enjoyed it very much. I hope we will come again!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Frédéric B.

très agréable

Intérieur bien agencé, propre et agréable à vivre. Bonne situation près de la gare Apollonia et dans l'Alfama. Dans une ruelle calme à l'écart du passage des touristes. Petits commerces à proximité (ainsi que restaurants et fado). à 20mn environ du centre (baixa). Très bon accueil avec de nombreuses informations.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

PILAR R.

Localizacion buena

Apartamento estupendo con todo lo necesario
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Marc-André P.

Grandement appréciés - Greatly appreciated

Tout est parfait. Magnifique quartier. Bel appartement. Et services exemplaires de la compagnie. Marc-André et Isabelle de Gatineau au Québec
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

rosaria h., Zurich

Amazing Stay/Lisbon 2014

We are a family of four from Zurich who had the pleasure of staying at this quaint apartment in the historical Amalfa district of Lisbon. The accommodation was very clean and exactly as was shown on the internet and a quick walk to the subway and the supermarket. Our host was very nice, she explained to us all that we could do in Lisbon, specially with 2 small children. We had such a great time. It is was a very special holiday.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Kirsten D., UK

Lovely urban flat with helpful manager

The flat is well appointed, stylish and clean. Check in and out went smoothly, no doubt to the kind staff who helped us. We were also given helpful suggestions of what to do during our stay. The flat is in a part of town that is up and coming but is still a bit gritty around the edges. It's also situated on a pretty steep hillside. Great spot I think for adventurous couples or small groups of friends. Probably not so hot a locale for older folks or those with small kids.

About the host

Hosted by Fatima Marques/Eduardo Miranda/Paula Miranda

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English, French, Spanish, Portuguese

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