Lisbon City Center stay.At this Lisbon City Center apartment, you'll be steps from Castle of São Jorge and within a 15-minute walk of Rossio Square. Avenida da Liberdade and Marquis of Pombal Square are also within 2 miles (3 km).
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Maria Castelo - City Center - Historical Zone - 1 Bedroom
A house in the heart of the historical center of Lisbon, within the walls of the Castle of St. George. Where you can feel the pulse of the city but at the same time the contrast of the quiet and quiet of the neighborhood of the Castle. Here neighbors know each other and have so many stories to tell. Meta talks with them, they are always willing to tell a bit about the history of the neighborhood. It is a neighborhood that will never forget its streets, its people and its traditions.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
1 step to reach entrance
No elevator (single-level property)
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city center
Near a zoo
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Bed sheets changed on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Towels (changed on request)
Unit size: 646 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 22
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Note from host: With parents
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy. A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in. Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number 33134/AL
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Maria Castelo - City Center - Historical Zone - 1 Bedroom to the airport?
This apartment is 4.8 mi (22-min drive) away from the Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Maria Castelo - City Center - Historical Zone - 1 Bedroom have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.
How close is Maria Castelo - City Center - Historical Zone - 1 Bedroom to the beach?
This apartment is 13 mi (51-min drive) from Costa da Caparica Beach and 15.5 mi (49-min drive) from Carcavelos Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Maria Castelo - City Center - Historical Zone - 1 Bedroom offer free breakfast?
This apartment does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Maria Castelo - City Center - Historical Zone - 1 Bedroom?
No, there is no casino at this apartment, but Lisbon Casino (9-min drive) is nearby.
What time is check-in at Maria Castelo - City Center - Historical Zone - 1 Bedroom?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Maria Castelo - City Center - Historical Zone - 1 Bedroom?
Free parking is not available at this apartment.
Does Maria Castelo - City Center - Historical Zone - 1 Bedroom have a pool?
This apartment does not have a pool.
Does Maria Castelo - City Center - Historical Zone - 1 Bedroom have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this apartment.
How close is Maria Castelo - City Center - Historical Zone - 1 Bedroom to downtown Lisbon?
This apartment is 0.1 mi away from Santa Maria Maior.
Maria Castelo - City Center - Historical Zone - 1 Bedroom Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 19 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 19 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 19 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 19 reviews
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Mohi P.
Sep 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The property was absolutely perfect for our trip. Stayed with my partner and the location was ideal, very easy to walk around to all the tourist locations. Magda was super helpful giving us a large list of recommendations, that we really appreciated.
Mohi P.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karen W.
May 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lisbon stay
Lovingly decorated home. Well equipped and stocked kitchen. We made good use of the washing machine and drying rack. Bed was quite comfortable. The home is essentially at the top of the city which means you go downhill to everything. There is a bus stop not too far away.It is an active and lively neighborhood.The host was very responsive.
Karen W.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
6/10 Okay
Ruth M.
Sep 23, 2024
Historic
Ideal for being in the historic part of Lisbon. Felt safe no matter what time of the day
Ruth M.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Mar 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Loved everything .
Verified traveler
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Hannah C.
Jan 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great apartment in a great location
We absolutely loved staying in the heart of Alfama. We got to know the twists and turns of the streets, had quick and easy access to all of the great sites, especially the Castelo de S Jorge (roll out of bed and get there first to beat the crowd/line!). The apartment was perfect for all of our needs - a hot shower, comfortable bed and morning cafe around the corner! Highly recommend to anyone that is comfortable walking up hills and enjoys wandering.
Hannah C.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
8/10 Good
Patti P.
Aug 8, 2018
Perfect location!
Our hosts were so enthusiastic and helpful we felt taken care of immediately! Yes it was a lot of walking but it was scenic and wonderful. We were there during a heatwave so that was a bit uncomfortable but not something that can be controlled so we went with it. Love Portugal!
Patti P.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Mary Pat R.
May 4, 2018
Great location, home is like home has all you need to start your vacation
Well equipped
Great hot water
Great location
Great information filled hosts who
take time to educate you on opportunities in the area
Mary Pat R.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
10/10 Excellent
Anne F.
Jan 18, 2018
Perfect little apartment with all you could possibly need in the kitchen.
We stayed for three weeks.It was great to be in the historical area of castle. Lisbon is easy to get around and we got fitter from having to walk up hill! We just loved it.
Anne F.
Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2017
10/10 Excellent
Cyndee D., Colorado, USA
Nov 1, 2017
Perfect hideaway!!
We were scheduled to stay at Maria Castelo for 3 nights but loved it so much that we added an additional night and could have stayed forever. It is set in the middle of the town center but down a small street making it quiet and serene. It is beautifully decorated. Well appointed with everything you could possibly need. We arrived much later than expected and Magda and Diego were so supportive meeting us and introducing us to the home and area. They even sent numerous text messages throughout our stay with hints and advise on what to see and do. Wonderful! Cyndee and Doug
Cyndee D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
10/10 Excellent
Jen A., New Westminster, BC, Canada
Oct 27, 2017
Perfect place to start our Portuguese adventure!
Great location for our small family of three, and nicely decorated. The suite is well appointed and feels tucked away but still close to everything with a small market and restaurants within a few minutes walk. Magda and Diogo are wonderful hosts with tonnes of info and tips to share which came in handy! We are looking forward to returning. We recommend this place to everyone but especially for a small family
Jen A.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
10/10 Excellent
Anne B., San Rafael, California
Oct 6, 2017
From the moment of our arrival we felt comfortable because Diogo greeted us as our taxi arrived.
Charming apartment in the castle village with great amenities
Anne B.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017
2/10 Terrible
Dennis E.
Sep 27, 2017
Underwhelming Experience
We stayed at this property for 4 nights in August, but encountered many problems.
Please find below a summary of some of the issues we encountered at this property:
1. The washing machine, which was advertised as one of 2 popular features, wasn't working! "It broke down yesterday" according to the owners on our arrival
2. The flat is very small and cramped, much smaller than envisaged from the "clever" photography on the web site. For example:
- only around 1' either side of bed - had to breathe in to squeeze between wall and bed on either side
- the bathroom door only half opens (it would hit the sink otherwise)
3. Noisy neighbours - loud music/TV playing until around 02:30am on 3 out of 4 evenings
4. Had to keep window shutters closed all day to prevent every passer-by on the busy pedestrianised street from peering directly into the apartment (at least some had the courtesy to wave as they did so)
After 2 days of emails/texts (the owners live 40km away), we finally received a (filthy & old) replacement washing machine. The dark brown scum on the interior door seals refused to budge even after 3 complete wash cycles. The kitchen floor was also left slippery and damp when we returned to the apartment 4 hours later as the owner had forgotten to turn off the water supply before disconnecting the old machine.
To compound matters, the owners charged us a significant penalty as we arrived after 8pm. Apparently, if you press every button on the web site, this additional charge is detailed...so please beware! The owner said, as he stood in the kitchen puddles, that he would consider recompensing us for the days without use of the advertised washing machine. Unfortunately, we never heard any more about this and the compensation remains outstanding.
Dennis E.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017
10/10 Excellent
natali k., New York, USA
May 13, 2017
It was good start to learn about Portugal
We felt like we came to our relatives house in Lisbon. The couple Magda and her husband are so friendly and welcoming! The apartment is charming, beautifully equipped and comfortable. The atmosphere of the castle makes this stay unusual. The only problem I had (it is my personal problem!) with noise from neighbors upstairs. The old building was converted to the residential house, and the sound isolation and the acoustic prevention were not good. But the charm of the place has compensated the inconvenience. Another great plus to this property was their partner, Joao. The guy is the real treasure; very reliable and helpful. I am happy that we met these people on our trip to Portugal; it added some taste to our impressions from the country.
natali k.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
8/10 Good
Michèle J.
Apr 22, 2017
A charmed retreat
Magda and Diogo's apartment was a delightful refuge after a long day of site seeing. Bright, warm and comfortable- it couldn't have been better placed for touring Lisbon. Two public elevators make the assent considerably easier. Ask about their location when considering this rental!
Michèle J.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017
8/10 Good
Andrew n.
Mar 19, 2017
A great location, extremely well equipped, fresh and new decor, great welcome, perfect to see sights
A short taxi ride from the airport to the "hidden away" location up in the castle area, we were greeted warmly by the owners who have tried and succeeded to create a compact and bijou apartment just right for a city break in Lisbon. Easy walking to most of the sights ( although you need stout shoes for the cobbled streets) and right next door to the castle,
A supermarket close by and lots of places to eat, drink and be entertained.
Would recommend to my best friends.
Andrew n.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2017
10/10 Excellent
jill b.
Jan 15, 2017
Excellent apartment
Apartment is small but well designed, modern, ully equipped and immaculately presented. It makes a great getaway to Lisbon. The location is inside the castle st George's boundary and we found this a great spot for a short stay in Lisbon. The host could not have been more helpful.
jill b.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2016
6/10 Okay
Jan T.
Oct 30, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Die Lage der Ferienwohnung war prima, mitten in der Altstadt unterhalb des Kastells. Tagsüber war wegen der Nähe des Kastells viel Betrieb, abends war es sehr ruhig, fast idyllisch. Die Wohnung war liebevoll eingerichtet und auch gut ausgestattet, um sich selbst zu versorgen und selbst zu kochen. Der Kontakt zur Vermieterin über Messenger war unkompliziert und freundlich. Die Bettwäsche war leider nicht sauber. Nachdem wir dies bemängelt hatten, wurde diese innerhalb weniger Stunden von der Vermieterin anstandslos gewechselt.Allerdings ist das Mobiliar ein wenig in die Jahre gekommen. Die Sofas waren ziemlich durchgesessen und das weiße Sofa war zudem sehr fleckig, der Toilettensitz war nicht richtig festgeschraubt, sodass er seitlich wegrutschte.Was uns jedoch schockierte, war die absolut eklige Matratze, die voller Flecken war und die wir erst sahen, als wir kurz vor der Abreise Bettdecken und Laken abzogen, um es der Reinigungskraft etwas einfacher zu machen.Ich glaube nicht, dass ich mich in dieses Bett gelegt hätte, wenn ich es zu Beginn unseres Aufenthaltes gesehen hätte!Hier muss die Vermieterin unbedingt in neues Mobiliar und vor allem in eine neue Matratze investieren!
Jan T.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
6/10 Okay
Sonia B., Montreal
Apr 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Sonia B.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nathalie M.
Oct 25, 2016
Appartement trés agréable dans rue typique d'Alfama
Nous avons passé une semaine très agréable dans cet appartement : jolie décoration tout en finesse. La cuisine est complètement aménagée, tout est prévu. La salle de bain est optimisée (sèche cheveux à disposition) et une vraie baignoire ! La chambre est lumineuse avec des fenêtres typiques. Impeccable au niveau propreté.
L'appartement est situé dans une toute petite rue près du château St Georges... avis aux marcheurs ; n'oubliez pas les chaussures, ça monte ! Mais ça vaut le chemin. Il y a une petit supermarché à coté, ce qui est pratique.
Et pour finir, Magda et Diogo : adorables et toujours à l'écoute. Présents par mails et textos tout au long de notre séjour !!!!!! Ils font tout pour faire aimer Lisbonne : ils parlent de leur ville, du tourisme, de la nourriture avec passion.
Ils sont en train de commencer une nouvelle conception d'un appartement : nous leur souhaitons la même réussite.
Nathalie et Olivier (Toulouse) - Octobre 2016