2 guests
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1 bedroom, 1 bed
1 bathroom
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This home is located in a popular part of Lower Alfama, mostly famous for its fado houses and picturesque narrow streets that bring Lisbon's history to life. Part of a 200-year-old building, this petite open-plan studio has been designed with the mission to maximise the space available (and make it pretty). There's no couch – instead you'll find a cosy window sill where you can curl up with a book, and a miniature dining spot ideal for morning coffee. However, we think that, with so much to see right on your doorstep, you'll spend most of your time out and about exploring the city. Old Alfama is truly a maze, but getting lost amongst the sights and smells of this neighbourhood is part of the fun. Plus, you can walk to Lisbon Cathedral, Castelo de São Jorge and the riverfront in under ten minutes.
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What to expect
Highlights
Stay in the historic, winding streets of Alfama
Walk to Lisbon Cathedral in less than ten minutes
Feel refreshed thanks to the rainfall shower
Snuggle into bed under the minimalist wooden bedframe
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Home truths
This home is a studio, so the living, dining and sleeping spaces are all in the same room
There's no elevator to this first-floor home, so it might not suit those with limited mobility or heavy luggage
The staircase up to this home is quite steep and narrow
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
About this stay
Amenities
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Washing machine
Dryer
TV
Fridge
Hair dryer
Bedrooms & bathrooms
1 bedroom, 1 bed
1 bathroom
Extras
VIP services
Airport pick up
Baby sitting
Daily cleaning
Laundry and dry cleaning
Local phone / sim
Luggage storage
Restaurant reservations
Tickets and experience booking
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 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.
Eat traditionally inspired food at Taberna do Sal Grosso
This exceptionally welcoming Portuguese restaurant is all about tradition. Their dishes are inspired by old recipes, which keep the restaurant full until late every day. Come early.
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.
Mingle with celebrities at Bica do Sapato
A union of three different dining rooms with distinct vibes, Bica do Sapato is a celebrity hangout with an amazing atmosphere and views, serving pan-Mediterranean cuisine.
Explore history through art in Igreja São Vicente de Fora
This huge church and monastery are so important to Portuguese history that they have their own museum studying and exhibiting a vast collection of priceless art.
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.
Sip on speciality coffee at Copenhagen Coffee Lab & Bakery
This expert Nordic coffee laboratory in the heart of Lisbon invites you to try out exotic flavours. We hear their fresh pastries and baguettes are pretty awesome too.
Indulge in delicious hot chocolate at Calçada do Cacau
This cosy shop sells handmade chocolate, coffee and a variety of teas. Once you're done souvenir-shopping, you can sit on their little terrace with a hot beverage of your choice.
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.
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.
Prepare to be delighted with a meal and fado evening at Mesa de Frades
This traditional restaurant puts on a fantastic fado shows. Come and prepare to enjoy the spectacle!
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 pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 17:00
Departure before 11:00
Air con
Wifi speed: 8Mbps
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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