Reviews for Lisbon Vacation Rental - VRBO 195453 - 2 BR Lisbon Region Apartment in Portugal, Charming and Cozy Apartment in Castelo (Lisbon)

Great time in Lisbon

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Great time in Lisbon

Guest Josee
Date of stay 10/06/12
Review Submitted 01/22/13

Good service and explanation of appartment and the area. Nice appartment, well situated, close to city activity and restaurants. Amazing view of the City! The appartment was missing a few items like: not enough towels, cloths, no soap. Otherwise very good.

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Amazing place in an wonderful flat!

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Amazing place in an wonderful flat!

Guest Pierre
Date of stay 09/25/12
Review Submitted 01/22/13

A splendid view of Lisbon in a huge apartment, what else?

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Une vue fantastique

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Une vue fantastique

Guest Colin
Date of stay 09/13/12
Review Submitted 01/22/13

Très bien situé au pied du Castello. Une vue imprenable sur toute la ville (c'est simple, les restaurateurs de la ville se vantent de leur emplacement un peu partout pour une vue bien moins impressionnante). L'appartement est très bien agencé, bien meublé. La machine à laver nous a aidés à repartir avec une valise de vêtements propres pour notre petit garçon, après quelques jours sur la route. Petite astuce : ne pas hésiter à utiliser l'ascenseur du Chao de Loureiro pour s'éviter la montée quotidienne de dizaines de marches d'escalier. La Chao de Loureiro est également le parking le plus proche de l'appartement, mais coûte 20€ par 24h.

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Great escape in the city

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Great escape in the city

Guest Wendy
Date of stay 07/08/12
Review Submitted 01/22/13

Just below the Castle with local bars, restaurant, arts centre and supermarket all within easy walking distance, this apartment was great for a first time visitor to the city. The accommodation was also very comfortable and exceeded expectations. A perfect place to stay with exceptional service form Traveling to Lisbon.

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We loved this apartment!

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We loved this apartment!

Guest Roslyn
Date of stay 10/20/11
Review Submitted 03/06/12

We had 3 days in Lisbon before joining an organized tour, and loved using the apartment as our base. The location could not be more beautiful, and I read Jose Saramago's novel "The History of the Siege of Lisbon" while looking out over the historic part of Lisbon where it was set. We will certainly try to rent this same apartment if/when we return to Lisbon.

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What a place!

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What a place!

Guest Janice
Date of stay 09/26/11
Review Submitted 10/17/11

Anyone would love this apartment, with its spectacular view over the city. The area was quiet but not at all isolated, and it was an easy (though vertical) walk to almost everything we wanted to see. The interior was spacious, well laid out and very comfortable. We hope to come back.

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Superb

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Superb

Guest Vincent
Date of stay 09/10/11
Review Submitted 10/17/11

We stayed here for a week in early September, everything was just great. The representative was there to meet us and had been checking out everything in the apartment, she found that the TV was not functioning properly and spent about 30-40 minutes working on it, calling for help and only left when it was ok. The climb from Rossio is possible in 5-10 minutes but that is non stop stair climbing. Taking it easy with the odd refreshment stop on the way is nicer and the little family owned restaurants one street below are worth a look. However you get up to the apartment it is worth it, the view is just great we spent every evening sipping a drink looking about as the sun went down before we went out and looking at the stars when we came back. We have already recommended it to friends.

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Amazing view and very nice flat.

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Amazing view and very nice flat.

Guest Alex
Date of stay 08/25/11
Review Submitted 10/17/11

1 week in august - family with 2 kids (5 and a half and 2 and a half). The apartment is very nice, large and comfortable for 4 people (2 bedrooms). The view is amazing and we spent a lot of time especially in the evening when the cildren were sleeping only looking at the sun going down behind the barrio alto and at the different colours of the sky. The location is very good; quite area close to rossio and to the castle / alfama. If you travel with children it is good to come back home using the minibus to the castle avoiding the stars and the climning street. Check in was very weel prepared and the service was really ok. Excellent quality price ratio.

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Great place in great location

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Great place in great location

Guest Hans
Date of stay 07/30/11
Review Submitted 10/17/11

Stayed a week in July 2011. Appartment is perfect, nicely equipped, stunning views. Easy access to all the downtown areas of Lisbon. It was so nice to cook a few meals at home. Will stay same place next time.

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Guest Gordon
Date of stay 02/27/11
Review Submitted 03/14/11

The appartment quickly became a home from home. Easy to live in. Planning how to get into town and back to the appartment was a satisfying daily challenge. Three tips - to shop for food themain street of the Gra?a district is only a short, scenic walk. The restaurant Farol de Santa Luzia - Portugese cooking for local people - friendly and excellent. I discovered that I have a lot of enjoyable studying to do - the wine list was extensive and I know little or nothing about Portugese wine. The waiters reccomendations were superb and reasonably priced - no rip-offs If on the day you are leaving you have a flight in the late afternoon/early evening keep the visit to Oceanaria for the last day. Take a taxi to Oriente station, where there is an automatic baggage deposit. Then walk through the shopping mall (the Fnac has a big choice of Fado CDs) to the Oceanaria, the restaurants etc. The aquarium is well presented. The big advantage of doing this is it offers a solution to what to do with the baggage, and the airport is only a few minutes away. Only criticism - didn't find a way to watch the rugby matches. Bbc on cable would make the place perfect. Gordon

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Guest Maitland
Date of stay 09/01/10
Review Submitted 12/23/10

A fantastic appartment in a great location. The views over the city were superb. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend and would certainly stay here again.

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Guest Juha
Date of stay 08/05/10
Review Submitted 11/09/10

The apartment is just great, although it could be a bit cheaper. However, we spend eight great days in Lisbon and we really enjoyed the city and the flat.

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Guest A couple from Finland
Date of stay 08/01/10
Review Submitted 12/23/10

The apartment is just great, although it could be a bit cheaper. However, we spend eight great days in Lisbon and we really enjoyed the city and the flat.

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Guest Marco
Date of stay 01/09/10
Review Submitted 11/09/10

We enjoyed very much our stay in Lisbon and the lovely view of Apartment 47. Lisbon is not new to us: I lived here one year in Principe Real. We decided to stay in Castelo since is a quiet zone with the better view of Lisbon although is quite unconfortable for transports. The apartment is very nice, clean and fully equipped. The staff is very gentle and professional. Also, we loved digital sat-tv and free internet. We return often in town and for sure we will book again this apartment.

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Guest Lauri
Date of stay 10/31/09
Review Submitted 11/09/10

Great stay in apartment 47. Exellent view from the front balcony. Kitchen ok. Bathroom too. Beds could be more softer. Overall Travellingtolisbon team did the job very well. Thank You!

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Guest Robert and Brenda
Date of stay 10/05/09
Review Submitted 10/04/09

Apartment 47 was the first apartment we have stayed in Europe. It lived up to the expectations we had gained from the Traveling to Lisbon website. In five days we have at least understood the labyrinth that is the Alfama. Highlights of our trip included the Tower of Belém, a concert by Anne Sophie von Olter at the Gulbenkian Centre, the Museu of Arts and Antique, and wonderful meals.The apartment was tastefully decorated and met our needs.We particularly apprecciated the wifi that allowed us to use our iphone to find about timetables, places to see, and also to keep in touch with friends at home.Apartment 47 is a great place to call home, even if only for a few days.

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Guest Dan
Date of stay 09/19/09
Review Submitted 11/09/10

Brilliant place. We will definitely try to stay there again if (when) we return to Lisbon.

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Guest Sarah, John and Arthur
Date of stay 09/14/09
Review Submitted 09/13/09

We all had a wonderful holiday in Lisbon. The views from the apartment are mesmerizing and it had everything we needed. I just wanted to say that we really enjoyed staying in our apartment and loved being in Lisbon. The apartment was really well equipped and it made such a difference having a good quality cot and high chair for our son. Our 19th month old son spent hours watching the planes go by. We had lots of fun exploring the city and are much fitter than when we arrived. Kind regards.

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Guest Pete
Date of stay 08/25/09
Review Submitted 11/09/10

Excellent apartment in an excellent location.

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Guest Pete, Jane and Jess
Date of stay 08/24/09
Review Submitted 08/23/09

Great apartment in an excellent location. Really enjoyed our stay here. Superb welcome from Raúl.

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Guest Yveline
Date of stay 08/15/09
Review Submitted 11/09/10

We have been well received by Filippe, very nice guy who helped us to carry our luggage, because it's impossible to park in the street. This appartment is very nice, very clean. Close to everything, very central, it's also quiet. All you need is good legs to climb the 246 steps from the city center to the apartment. The magical thing is the view all over Lisbonn: early in the morning the light is beautiful and during the night, it's magic. Just seat there and enjoy...

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Guest Yvelline, Philippa, Mila et Lyar
Date of stay 08/15/09
Review Submitted 08/14/09

Appartement très agréable. Un peu difficile d'accès pour décharger les bagages, avec 2 enfants...Merci à Filipe de nous avoir aidé à porter les bagages! Vue magique, on n'a pas du tout envie de voir la télé. Belles promenades et... remis en forme physique assuré. Bonne continuation.

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Guest Julia
Date of stay 06/08/09
Review Submitted 11/09/10

We had a great stay in this apartment. It's clean, big, stylish, there is everything you might need and even more (like a bottle of wine and fado's Cds). And we had the best view of Lisbon. Every evening we were seating on the balcony, drinking vino Verde, listening to Portuguese music. The only one problem - you have to climb a lot!

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Guest Anssi
Date of stay 05/06/09
Review Submitted 11/09/10

We were really positively surprised about the apartment and its location – even though we more or less knew what to expect. Nice, clean and spacious apartment with cozy local feeling and just amazingly beautiful views over the city. Not for disabled travellers, though: there's more than 200 steps from/to Chiado. Didn't bother us at all, however. Very nice restaurant nearby named Chapitó. Extra thanks to Travelling To Lisbon, we got excellent, very friendly service from the company during the reservation process and actual stay.

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Guest B. and P.
Date of stay 04/15/09
Review Submitted 11/09/10

First of all - amazing view! It was really worth climbing thousands of stairs, almost at the top of the castle hill (bear that in mind, if you have any problems with walking). We would have only one suggestion to the landlords of the apartment: think about moving the sofa in the sitting room to the oposite wall. From that place one could admire the view over the bay, Chiado district and Rossio square, which are far more beautiful than the eastern parts of the city. The apartment itself - very comfortable, perfectly clean and very well equipped: we found everything we needed during our 10-day stay, even CDs with fado music and a greeting bottle of vinho verde in the fridge... The neighbourhood very quiet, no noisy groups of drunk tourists at night, no buses behind the window. Just a few steps from the castle and a short (but quite tiring - stairs!) walk to the Rossio square. Everything we wanted to see was within a walkind distance. We had a great time there!

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Guest Kembra
Date of stay 03/10/09
Review Submitted 03/09/09

Thank you so much, we had a truly wonderful stay in your beautiful city and could not have wished for a more perfect apartment or a warmer welcome. Best wishes.

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Guest Stuart, Debbie and Yas
Date of stay 02/21/09
Review Submitted 02/20/09

A fantastic city - we were slightly nervous for the first day or so - not sure where to go and the transport system can be confusing. However, after a time you settle down and the whole experience comes together. Great sights, great food and really friendly people. The apartment was better than expected - quite cold the first night now warmed up. Music appreciated althought the cd player is a bit faulty. All in all a wonderful experience - we may be back but it's a big world out there!

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Guest Robert & Barbara
Date of stay 02/07/09
Review Submitted 02/06/09

I can only add to the comments already made from the previous guest. The apartment was superb. The view is definitely breath taking. While we are not young in age, we are young in mind & heart and found this city a wonderful delight. We met many friendly people at shops and bars. The walk, always an adventure filled with many joyous experiences. The small narrow passage ways reminded us a lot of our trip to Venice, Italy which we enjoyed. I can say that we leave sadly but take with us many happy memories... I hope other who come, will take advantage of the trolleys and buses to explore this city and surrounding suburbs. For those coming and staying here, take trollye #12 from town square to get you close to this apartment, a little exploring will be required to find the exact location to get off, but it's not hard to figure it out, once you get around. Thanks so much for the hospitality shown to us and for all the memories we take with us.

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Guest Marjaana
Date of stay 10/16/08
Review Submitted 10/15/08

Hello!Many thanks for a wonderful stay in Lisbon!! Special thanks to Filipa for a very hospitable welcome - and the beatiful flowers!! We hope to come back again! Best wishes

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Guest Helena
Date of stay 10/04/08
Review Submitted 11/09/10

Really enjoyed the stay at the apartment. Fantastic view, romantic location, and great apartment. It was a little chilly for breakfast on the balcony but we both braved the winds because of the view right down onto central Lisbon. When I visit Lisbon again, this apartment will be my top choice - well worth the hike up and down each day.

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Guest Lawrence
Date of stay 09/17/08
Review Submitted 09/16/08

We were very happy with all aspects of our holiday and would certainly recommend you to our friends. Your staff in Lisbon could not have been more helpful or friendly

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Guest Manon
Date of stay 06/09/08
Review Submitted 11/09/10

We were met by a knowledgeable staff member upon our arrival. The apartment is impeccable, including all amenities one could possibly need. It is located in a quiet building. The view, of course, is unbeatable, and likely one of the very best in all of Lisbon. The location also is convenient, yet a welcome retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city. We liked absolutely everything about it and would come back anytime.

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Guest Mogna & John
Date of stay 06/02/08
Review Submitted 06/01/08

We had a great time in Lisbon and really enjoyed this lovely apartment. The Fado in surround sounds really added to the atmosphere. The view from the terrace is breathtaking. We hope to return someday. Saude

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Guest Paul
Date of stay 05/10/08
Review Submitted 05/09/08

I understand "saudade" now I'm back home. Can't wait to go back. Apartment 047 has the best view I've ever had. It's a place I would recommend to all. But that would result in it being occupied all the time, leaving no place for me. So: don't go there!! You'll end up with a addiction!! My wife sometimes had to draw me from the balcony to go downtown. Great: That's all I can say about the way the Salovani-Travellingtolisbon team works

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Guest Tolhuis
Date of stay 05/06/08
Review Submitted 05/05/08

Better than you did is not possible. Great Job!!!

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Guest Roel & Hiljan
Date of stay 05/04/08
Review Submitted 05/03/08

This apartment is a top location indeed, in many senses of the word. I hope it will stay in this condition for a long time so that many people can enjoy it. Muito Obrigado

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Guest Steve & Judy
Date of stay 05/04/08
Review Submitted 05/03/08

We booked for the view but found so much more… Filipa, our contact, provided a passionante overview of this beautiful city!Her recommendations for beautiful places to paint (I am an artist) were perfect and we truly enjoyed this apartment.It was a grand “first week” for our 3 month painting trip trough 6 countries in Europe.Thank you filipa!

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Guest Peter & Helen
Date of stay 04/27/08
Review Submitted 04/26/08

Thank you for letting us stay in a such a lovely, clean and stylish apartment – the balcony was far better than any other terrace bars we tried! We hope to come back because we love the place and everyone we met

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Guest Ninette & Pascale
Date of stay 04/23/08
Review Submitted 04/22/08

Cet apartment, Ce quartier, cette ville sont un enchantement permanent pour les yeux.La vue exceptionnelle de Costa do Castello est un grand bonheur et le confort et la functonalité de cet appartment font qu´on n´a pas du tout envie de communiquer l´adresse, on souhaite garder tout cela dans son jardin secret.Exellent séjour à Lisboa, on reviendra…Un tel bonheur, on en redemande á toute heure !Muito Obrigada !

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Guest Linda & James
Date of stay 04/11/08
Review Submitted 04/10/08

We received a warm welcome and an informative and enthusiastic introduction to Lisboa from Filipa. The apartment is well-equipt and confortable with a splendid view over the city! Thank you

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Traveler Reviews (40)

Great time in Lisbon

Great time in Lisbon

Amazing place in an wonderful flat!

Amazing place in an wonderful flat!

Une vue fantastique

Une vue fantastique

Great escape in the city

Great escape in the city

We loved this apartment!

We loved this apartment!

What a place!

What a place!

Superb

Superb

Amazing view and very nice flat.

Amazing view and very nice flat.

Great place in great location

Great place in great location