The original booking we had made cancelled on us at the last minute, and we found ourselves on the sidewalk, smelly and cranky, with luggage in tow and nowhere to go.

We sent out messages to various hosts, and within half an hour, Rosana had replied and confirmed our reservation. When she arrived at the apartment, she was gracious and helpful, and was responsive throughout our stay.

The studio was pleasant, well-located, and comfortable. It's small, but that's the norm in BA. The building felt safe and there were plenty of little shops and bakeries nearby. Although the weather was hot and humid, the air conditioning kept us comfortable.