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Heart of Alfama - Where Alfama, Graça & Castle Meet

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Terrace
  • Internet access
  • Living area
  • Refrigerator

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Heart of Alfama - Where Alfama, Graça & Castle Meet

Discover Lisbon from its most iconic neighbourhoods: Castelo, Alfama, and Graça.
Our apartment sits right where these three historic districts meet — a perfect base to explore the city's soul.

Just an 8-minute walk from the Castle of São Jorge, one of Lisbon’s highest points, you'll enjoy sweeping views over the city and the Tagus River. On your way back, stop by Chapitô, a circus school turned bar and terrace with one of the best panoramic views in Lisbon.

In Alfama, lose yourself in narrow alleys, charming viewpoints, and vibrant riverside spots. Let the sounds of Fado (Portugal’s soulful music, recognised by UNESCO) guide your steps through this atmospheric neighbourhood where it all began.

And from Graça, take in breathtaking views from its famous viewpoints, stroll through the quirky Feira da Ladra flea market (just 4 minutes away), or hop on the iconic tram 28 right around the corner.

These three neighbourhoods are beautifully celebrated in the song "Lisboa Menina e Moça" by Carlos do Carmo — and our apartment is right in the heart of them.


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About the apartment
Nestled in Largo de Santa Marinha, a peaceful and authentic Lisbon square, the apartment is on the ground floor (no stairs) and filled with natural light.
It offers:
• 2 double bedrooms
• A cosy living room with TV (international channels) and workspace
• Fully equipped kitchen (microwave, coffee machine, electric kettle, toaster, etc.)
• Dining table
• Bathroom with shower
• Washing machine & dishwasher
• Central heating for cooler days

You’ll have access to the entire apartment — your home away from home in Lisbon.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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About the area

Lisbon

Lisbon City Center, a neighbourhood in Lisbon, is home to this apartment. Santa Justa Elevator and Belém Tower are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Costa da Caparica Beach and Carcavelos Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Campo Pequeno Bullring or Jose Alvalade Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Castle of São Jorge - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lisbon Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Commerce Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Rossio Square - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santa Justa Elevator - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • São Tomé Stop - 2 min walk
  • Santa Apolonia Station - 11 min walk
  • Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Insano Gelato - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Altar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sem - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Frei Papinhas - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Folks - ‬2 min walk

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy ann G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very helpful host The apartment is really well located It was clean and very functional We would go back I have recommended it already to a friend
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable well equipped apartment Central to Alfama but in quiet area. The beds were comfortable and the apartment very clean and well maintained. The rental team of Ruth and Sonia were great. We stayed in February when weather was 50-65F. We would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nydia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very informative and helpful, super clean place, very conveniently located!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location allowed us to walk to most of the areas we were interested in exploring. Ruth was very helpful - easy check-in process and some wonderful recommendations. Great value for 2 friends sharing the expense.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this charming Alfama apartment.Our hostess met us at the apartment and provided so many great recommendations along with lots of helpful information, which we really appreciated. We referenced it daily!The apartment was extremely clean and very comfortable. We were especially happy with how comfortable the beds were. The bathroom was spacious, and the dehumidifier worked exceptionally well.While we loved the location, it’s worth noting that there is quite a bit of uphill walking in the area. Ubers are available, but we truly enjoyed walking through the hidden streets and exploring Alfama on foot.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
the apartment was clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debby G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great places to stay in Alfama

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The apartment had everything we needed and was spotlessly clean. Highly recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect stay. The apartment was lovely. The neighborhood was perfect, an easy ride to any place in Lisbon. Plus, the neighborhood was full of wonderful places to eat. We felt comfortable and at home the whole time. We actually asked if it was possible to rent for a month in the future. Ruth provided so much information it was like having a private guide. We strongly recommend this apartment!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen Patricia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! Friendly neighbors, super easy to get around, lose to the no. 28 electric tram. Easy to get coffee at the bakery around the corner. Great restaurants close by. The apartment had everything we needed!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

This apartment was perfect for us. It’s in a great location. The communication for check in was great and Hute gave us all kinds of recommendations. She did not steer us wrong. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very good

Great check in
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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Verified

8/10 Good

Emilio I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in the oldest historical neighborhood. Walking distance from downtown Lisbon location. The building manager (Rute/ Ruth) speaks several languages fluently (Portuguese, English, French) and is very helpful and knowledgeable about the city and Portugal in general. Should you be over 6 feet (185cm) watch your head going though the door leading to the toilet. Important: No AC.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terrie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment was described as noted and met all of our needs. Very quiet central location in walking distance to shops, restaurants and grocery store. Received a great welcome from Ruth who provided us with information on the area, showed us around and introduced us to the local market where I purchased a great pair of handmade sandals. Ruth was definitely a plus to making our experience in Lisbon a great one!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great visit

Ruth was amazing, she met us at the apartment and spent a lot of time going over maps and answering questions. She later sent me a list of things to do and see and those that weren’t worth the time. Overall her recommendations were very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Elicia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Accessible and convenient in the Alfama

This is a clean, well located apartment in the Alfama, which is a prime Lisbon neighborhood. It is easy to access due to its being on the ground floor, important with transporting luggage. The property manager was prompt and very thoughtful with her suggestions for entertainment and food. While I'm quite sure that this is a non-smoking apartment, the neighbors do smoke and the subtle smoke smell is inescapable/ present. This is not possible to avoid, as smoking appears to be more tolerated in Portugal. Other than that, this is a wonderful space that has all the amenities that you would want to explore this wonderful neighborhood / city.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jennifer W.

Disliked: Check-in, communication
The map pin and directions for Uber drop off were completely inaccurate. We were told many details by text that made us think we were well taken care of, but in the end, it was completely unhelpful. We were dropped near by with no clear way to find the place ("tell the driver to turn right" but she left out the part about turning left from the pinned place to get to the street where we were to turn right!), so we ended up in two Ubers, and by the time we arrived, the host kept slipping in rude comments and questions about why we were late and blaming us for missing her bus (even thou we actually arrived just before 3pm when the listing says is check in time). During the tour, the host told us that the microwave was recently broken and couldn't be fixed in time for our visit, which seemed unlikely, and actually asked us if we would let an electrician in during one day of our stay to repair exposed wires in the bath/laundry room. The host also let us know that one of the coffee pods was used because she had to have one while she waited for us. No mention of replacing it, and still accusing us for lateness when the directions were inaccurate. The rooms themselves are very comfortable and set up beautifully. The area had a few decent cafes and supermarket within a 10 minute walk. Skip the "famous" flea market on Sunday - garbage. It's a nice enough place, and I recommend it if you have time enough to wander to find it. Pack lightly because all the streets are cobblestone.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christilla L.

Liked: Location
Appartement très agreable
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Augusto F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
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