2 guests
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1 bedroom, 2 beds
1 bathroom
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Set on the ground floor of a 200-year-old, traditional building, this little studio home is an ideal base if you're keen to explore the Alfama neighbourhood and beyond. Recently refurbished to blend together period features and modern convenience, it's a stylish retreat in the city. White walls and pale wood floors ensure the place is light and bright, and the clever use of a drop-down table means you have a place to eat that can fold away if necessary. As it's a studio, it's only suited to a single traveller or a couple, but there's plenty packed into the space – including a surprisingly well-equipped kitchen, a modern shower room and even a washing machine. The streets of lower Alfama are close to the riverside, as well as the iconic Sé Cathedral and numerous fado houses that fill the streets of this neighbourhood with song.
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What to expect
Highlights
Explore the historic streets of Lisbon from this great location
Take a look out at the beautiful view of Alfama
Admire the original period features of the building
Enjoy a refreshing shower in the modern bathroom
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Home truths
There's no elevator in this building but this apartment is on the ground floor (however the neighbourhood is very steep)
Due to the narrow pedestrian streets there's no vehicle access to the doorstep
As with most homes in Alfama, the internet is quite slow here
This is a studio home so there's no separate bedroom
You could fit a child on the sofa bed
About this stay
Amenities
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Washing machine
Dryer
TV
Fridge
Hair dryer
Bedrooms & bathrooms
1 bedroom, 2 beds
1 bathroom
Extras
VIP services
Airport pick up
Baby sitting
Cab booking
Daily cleaning
Luggage storage
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Alfama
As Lisbon’s oldest neighbourhood, it’s not surprising that Alfama is also the corner of the city with the most character. Here, you’ll get an authentic taste of the real Portugal, away from the tourist-trodden trails of the centre. Unlike most of Lisbon, this area survived the famous 1755 earthquake, preserving an image of the old capital. Steep, cobbled streets are flanked with down-to-earth cafés, crumbling churches and intimate fado venues...
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Enjoy the view from Castelo de São Jorge
The Castle and its walls have been protecting the city from invaders for many centuries. It is a great spot for taking photos of Lisbon's historical centre.
Enjoy the stunning view at Miradouro de Santa Luzia
One of Lisbon's many viewpoints that offer stunning views of the old centre, Santa Luzia is famous for it’s azulejo blue and white tiles and trailing purple bougainvillaea.
Explore Lisbon Cathedral
One of the oldest cathedrals in Lisbon, with unique exhibits and beautiful interior. Not crowded, allowing for a peaceful visit. Rebuilt multiple times in different architectural styles due to earthquakes.
Brunch down a secret side street at Quase Café
Quase café is tucked away down one of Alfama’s rambling streets and serves a selection of brunch combos as well as home-made fresh juices.
Listen to genuine Fado music at Casa de Linhares
Fado singing can be traced back to the 1820s. Enjoy its intense and passionate tones in the remains of an eighteenth-century building that once belonged to the Counts of Linhares.
Learn at the Museu do Fado
With audiovisual displays and impressive archives, plus a cafe with concerts, Museu do Fado explores the tradition and cultural history of the country.
Dine out in a Circus School at Chapitô
This social project circus art school dedicated to young people also has a great restaurant and bar. You can even catch a performance or concert whilst you're there!
Enjoy a secret view from Miradouro do Recolhimiento
A hidden viewpoint with a small children's park where you can hide from the busy streets around the Castle.
Take part in a jam session at Tejo Bar
An old and famous bar that often has local musicians playing. If you're feeling inspired, you can grab an instrument and let your inner artists out!
Sample Portuguese ice cream at Gelateiro d'Alfama
The Gelateiro d’Alfama produces artisan gelato in-house - but if you're not a fan of ice cream, they'll win you over with coffees and cakes.
Pay tribute at Calçada de Amalia
In a tiny park close to Portas del Sol, there's a beautiful mosaic dedicated to one of the greatest fado singers of all time– Amalia Rodrigues.
Start the day with Augusto Lisboa's delicious brunch
We only hear great things about this cosy cafe that serves sweet and savoury brunches. They operate under the motto 'better food, better mood'– and we couldn't agree more.
Get around
Subway station
Santa Apolónia
10 min
Bus stop
Chafariz Dentro (Museu Fado)
3 min
Local shops & services
Supermarket
2 min
Cafe
1 min
Pharmacy
3 min
Points of interest
Beach
Beach Dafundo
40 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No parties or events
No pets
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 17:00
Departure before 11:00
Air con
Wifi speed: 17Mbps
Cancellation policy
Up until
7
days
Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Adelaide
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Adelaide and her team look after a fair number of flats around the city. As there are several of them, it’s possible you’ll come across one of her colleagues, rather than Adelaide herself, but whoever it is, you’re in good hands.
Registration or licence number: 82832/AL.
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