This is a very special place in Alfama. Those, who know something about its history and history of Lisbon, will know, what they may sign for. What to expect and what not to count for. THis is the old part of the town, old buildings, old everything. This implies many other consequences like narrow passages, weird settings of the rooms and corridors, interesting views etc. SO, if you accept all this and are ready for an adventure in the old Alfama - this place is for you definitely. It is not quiet in the evening late until 11 PM or so. But it is not disco-noisy or traffic-noisy but rather the chatter-noisy in all languages. There are 3 restaurants just below and opposite the building. WE were there in mid- September, but the tourists were quite everywhere and numbered. To here some fado songs, it is enough to open the window at the tiny balcony and sit on the sofa or the chair in the apartment, one of the most famous fado restaurants is just opposite the narrow street - door to door. The hosts were very friendly and awaited us in place; they speak very good english and can be helpful giving the advices about the first itinerairies. The equipment in the appartment is rich enough; very good idea -> the coffee machine with capsules - saved some early mornings. Aircon is there but we did not have to use it actually. Everything nice, clean and tidy. In general - the best bag to use and travel with to Lisbon is a backpack or any other bag which you do not need to drag behind you on wheels. The streets are steep and bumpy, mostly covered in ancient rocks/bricks, often you need to use the stairs; we saw many people fighting with their big trolley bags when looking for their place to stay. The pictures attached are made from the balcony or just outside the building.

Again, if you accept all the specifics of this very location, so some noises or smells from the restaurant (we were located not just above it but on the 2nd floor, kind of), these should not bother you much. Same - if you really dislike fado music/songs, do not go there. If you do not like to be lost sometimes in the foreign city - do not go to Lisbon. If you are not fit enough to climb at least 4-5 storey building (by stairs of course, not the wall ;) hopefully ) - do not go to Alfama. Otherwise - you will be delighted.

Central location in Alfama.

As in description, prepare for steep steps to reach apartment.

Estaba bien equipado

La escalera muy angosta dificultaba subir y bajar con las maletas

Very well stocked up apartemet, there was everything needed for a comfortable stay, Paulo was very kind and accomodating.

Lovely small flat in brlliant location. Arrived during a festival for the local saints so very lively.

It was a little noisy but you expect that in this area of Lisbon.

Everything was very good

The location is good, just in the heart of Alfama. Paulo is amazing and nice person, he pays attention to the details, he has even left the umbrellas in the apartment knowing that it was a rainy season in Lisbon. Apartment is very clean and comfortable. There's air conditioning which helps during winter period.

great location. hot and n the bedroom. consider a fan to draw AC air in from the living space.