Ramesh27
Google
I stayed at the Magnolia with my wife in may/17, and have no words to describe how great the stay was. I'll try... I will start with the host, Raquel, who is certainly a perfect host, appearing when you are thinking of asking a question about Lisbon or the Guesthouse and its neighbourhood, and fading away when she deems it proper to leave you to yourself. Despite being in her home, you have the feeling that you are the owner, not the guest. Whenever I needed some information as to what to do, how to get around, and most importantly, where to "wine and dine" with my wife, we always received great advice and recommendations. And Raquel was always friendly and helpful, asking for extra details, so that she could offer the best indications. The Guesthouse itself, and the stay... great location, and we did much walking from our temporary "home" in Lisbon - to attractions, to restaurants, etc. The location is very good, and we always felt safe. The Guesthouse is a flat that is extremely well kept and very nicely decorated, reflecting the taste and spirit of the host - clean, relaxing, beautifully furnished and decorated, yet spacious too. The private room with your personal key safeguarded your privacy, and was also spacious enough to sleep in, and spread out our two big suitcases without causing a claustrophobic effect. The bed was very comfortable, and the linen clean and crisp. Internet worked perfectly. The private bathroom was on the corridor, but just like the bedroom, we had our own key to ensure that it was just ours, and not used by other guests. (I believe some guest rooms share bathrooms - our option was to have a private one). The hot water and perks all were just right, and the bathroom always kept clean. The breakfast was also lovely, and somehow a perfect match to the Guesthouse and its decoration - not overdone or in excess, but with all the basics necessary, and fresh, of great quality, and at the time we arranged for. This is as resumed and close to the experience as words can put it... in short, LOVED IT, and will definitely return as soon as possible, to visit Lisbon, stay at the Magnolia, and say hello to the great host Raquel!