One’s affection for this somewhat quirky hotel will likely depend on your love of Lisbon’s Alfama neighborhood generally. It’s a charming area, but not necessarily the most comfortable or convenient to spend time in. The same can be said about the Memmo Alfama. First, the good: the staff is friendly and relatively helpful. The property is spotlessly maintained. And the views from the roof desks are not to be missed, especially at night. Beds were comfortable and towels and linens were plush. On the downside, the property is somewhat difficult to find and access. The entrance is located down a very long, unevenly cobblestoned alleyway that most Uber or taxi drivers won’t try to navigate. While the area is not particularly dangerous, I’m not sure I would have felt entirely safe walking down it late at night, and it’s definitely not for people with mobility issues. My room was very small, even by European standards, with the view almost totally obstructed by a high exterior wall that the hotel was apparently required to retain for historical purposes. Frankly, it felt a bit like a jail cell. The WiFi was laughably slow – easily the worst I’ve encountered in any hotel in the last decade. Strangely, the bathroom wall was floor to ceiling glass, and the only privacy provided from the main guest room was from a curtain pulled across from the outside – so unless you’re an exhibitionist, this place might not be the best place for you. The lighting in the bathroom was also quite dim. Lastly, unlike most European hotels I’ve stayed in, the breakfast (available for an extra charge) felt quite limited, and was heavy on the breads and pastries and light on the proteins. I was able to order some cooked eggs, which arrived in a very small portion the size and shape of a small cat food can. It was overpriced at 20 euros, and caused me to seek out breakfast places elsewhere on multiple occasions, despite my usual habit of enjoying a leisurely breakfast at my hotel before beginning a day of sightseeing. This isn’t a bad place by any means, and depending on one’s tastes and priorities, you may enjoy it. I just expected a little more comfort, space and value for the price.

Have just returned from a short two night stay at Memmo Alfama.

Overall it was absolutely spectacular. The location is perfect, in the heart of Alfama ... you can walk to most of the main tourist spots in Lisbon but when you are in your room or sitting on the terrace the only thing you can really hear are birds and other guests taking in the view with a chilled drink.

The hotel is located down a quirky alley that you could easily walk past from the main streets, staff are fantastic, relaxed and only too happy to help with information or recommendations.

Our room (number 18) was on the first floor and had a fantastic view out over the Tagus, I imagine rooms higher up were even more spectacular but we were happy enough. Bathroom was large with a huge shower (no bath) and funky double sided glass perspective so you could draw the curtain and look out over the Tagus whilst taking a shower. Bed was really comfortable, shutters blocked out all light if you needed to, air con was handy, fridge was a good size so you could store your own water and keep chilled, good size safe that was free to use in room. Then had a small sitting room with comfy sofa, nice chair, handy set of shelves to keep pieces on and we even received a complimentary bottle of port with some chocolate brownie cake after we had settled into our room. Slept well every night.

Breakfast wasn't included in our deal but we did take breakfast there on our final morning and it was again superb, choice of cooked food (to order) or selection of pastries, fruit, cereal if you didn't want the cooked stuff. Lovely way to start the day with stunning views over the city and river, perfectly relaxed and food cooked to perfection.

Terrace itself served great food all day (we had a couple of steak sandwiches), music is normally played during the day and on the evenings we were there they had some small DJ sets going on until about 10pm, creates a really nice chilled vibe.

You are only minutes from great food, great music. Just wander and you will be mesmerized. One place we would highly recommend for food outside of the hotel is a great little Tasca restaurant called Lisboa Tu et Eu. Only 5 minutes from the hotel, unreal sea food. My wife and I had full dinner and drinks for just over 40 euros.

Sunrise is spectacular over the property (see pics)

I'd love to come back here one day, Lisbon is a beautiful place and staying here only enhances the entire experience.

Please see photos from our trip that correspond with the review.