Residence Metro-Alameda

Perfect location on main Metro to and from airport and all sites of the city. Ikea furnishings comfortable great kitchen area. Very safe environment very clean bathrooms friendly staff. Preco Mini Market on street neat selection and cheap prices.

At the last minute, I was in real need of some alone time away from everything. I had tried a few places, that could be affordable in Lisbon, which is getting more and more difficult, as high season is now exploding. I called Metro-Alameda, as I could still see a double room with private bathroom available, but at that same moment another guest beat me to the punch. There were other double rooms available, with a shared bathroom (two rooms sharing one bathroom), which I was not too willing to accept. However, speaking to Mr. Gomes, the host, I could feel such a great welcoming, answering all my questions in detail about the available rooms, that he actually convinced me that I would not regret spending the night at the property. And guess what? I just loved it! This is a very family like property, like in the old days when Lisbon was filled with "pensões", very very modest and old guest houses, except that Metro-Alameda is absolutely far from being old, run-down or tasteless. Metro-Alameda is simple with great design details; it may not offer breakfast, but it has all the kitchen appliances you may need to have your own meals; also, it offers at times, as a house courtesy, coffee capsules and a variety of teas and infusions, for the coffee-maker and kettle in the common kitchen. This is really far from those modest, sometimes sad, pensões-like accommodations of yore! As soon as you get in, not only are you greeted by the host in the most courteous manner, a lesson that some 4 star hotels could learn, you also smell how clean it is. So service and cleanliness are covered! Location is fantastic. This is one of the best quarters in Lisbon; a very safe and up-scale neighbourhood indeed, not to mention that you have all the transportation means you may need, including the underground, that will take you, in 15 minutes, directly to down town (city centre) or to the eastern side of the city, with modern buildings, where you may take long walks by the river. You have supermarkets, delicious "pastelarias" (patisseries), "esplanadas" (street cafés), ATMs (right across the Residence). There is not much you do not have in this area - bear in mind that parking here is a bit of a nightmare and costly. This particular street is quite iconic for any Lisboner; which leads me to say this is one of the best value for money accommodations in Lisbon. The rooms have a wardrobe, a small desk and chair, a nightstand (or two), LCD Cable TV and last but not least the beds are so unbelievably comfortable that you would actually think you are in a 4 star hotel. Summing up, impeccable service, excellent cleanliness (got to love the perfectly clean sheets and fresh towels), perfect location, truly comfortable beds, affordable rates! My room did not have a view, but had large window and lots of morning sun. I still prefer to have my own private bathroom, but the shared bathroom was absolutely clean. To repeat!

I have stayed nearby but not in this guest house or even this street. I was pleasantly surprised with how nice the street was and how many little restaurants there were. Staff were welcoming, helpful and accommodating when I arrived early with my bicycle. I met the owner on the second day and I feel that he really cares about his clients. The room was spotless and nice, and the bed was really comfy. I had a great sleep!

I would like to thank Mr.Jose for the beautiful apartments in his Residence. I had the room with the private bath and toilet. Every day my room was cleaned. I have any problems! My arrival to Lisbon was very late, but Mr. Jose waited me (before 01.00 a.m.!) And I had the opportunity to leave my luggage in Residence after check-out (free of charge). The Residence has a good location - 3 min. by walking from metro Alameda (exit to Av.Guerra Junqueiro); only 20 min. to Airport (direct red line) and 15 min to center by metro. The Residence has the kitchen with a refrigerator and free water, coffee, tea. Wi-Fi worked good, Internet was always. I highly recommend these apartments. Mr. Jose, thank you so much once more!!!

Near by tube station, Easy Access to Lisbon airport, shopping centers and town center, helpful location, very clean, organized, polite staff, good housekeeping. We really enjoyed ours four days stayed. Thanks