Portugal
, Lisbon 
David
Pleasant Stay in Alfama
It was our first time in Lisbon and we heard Alfama was one of the best areas to be in - I tend to agree!
Rui was incredibly helpful and we were able to converse with him on WhatsApp. We ran into some communication issues initially as they contacted my cell phone to organize check in. I’d suggest for Rui to use email next time as my partner and I purchased eSIMs so we didn’t have our local numbers activated.
We stayed in the main floor on O Patio. The washer and dryer was a huge plus for us after travelling a few weeks before. The whole apartment was very well maintained, comfy beds and had AC. The overhead shower was delightful and the room was cleaned everyday.
Being on the main floor has its pros and cons though. Many tourists and locals walk this corridor and I did catch someone poking around our window and making eye contact with me from outside, frightening me a bit. However, everything is locked and secure and much more high tech than I expected.
I’d maybe suggest for Rui to get a safety deposit box as we felt a bit uneasy leaving our passports and laptops out. Otherwise, I’d give this place an 8/10!
Rui was incredibly helpful and we were able to converse with him on WhatsApp. We ran into some communication issues initially as they contacted my cell phone to organize check in. I’d suggest for Rui to use email next time as my partner and I purchased eSIMs so we didn’t have our local numbers activated.
We stayed in the main floor on O Patio. The washer and dryer was a huge plus for us after travelling a few weeks before. The whole apartment was very well maintained, comfy beds and had AC. The overhead shower was delightful and the room was cleaned everyday.
Being on the main floor has its pros and cons though. Many tourists and locals walk this corridor and I did catch someone poking around our window and making eye contact with me from outside, frightening me a bit. However, everything is locked and secure and much more high tech than I expected.
I’d maybe suggest for Rui to get a safety deposit box as we felt a bit uneasy leaving our passports and laptops out. Otherwise, I’d give this place an 8/10!
