Francisco was responsive to emails and inquiries prior to our arrival at the apartment. He was courteous and helpful as he described the apartment and the different amenities in the area. He was a little late meeting us when we arrived, causing us to wait on the sidewalk outside the apartment with all our luggage for 15-20 minutes. Other than this, we had no issues with Francisco as a host.

The location was the best part of this apartment, appealing to all types of visitors to Buenos Aires. It is less than two blocks from a very nice playground in the safe and upscale neighborhood of Palermo. The Buenos Aires Zoo and many other parks are a short cab ride or a 15 minute walk away. The park near the apartment is surrounded by many different types of cafes and restaurants, perfect for enjoying a late afternoon cafe and medialuna. There are also several bars in the area, ideal for watching the Copa America 2015 games. Numerous upscale and local craft shops are all within walking distance of the apartment. A large Disco supermarket that has almost everything you might need is a little over two blocks away while a good pizza restaurant (60 - 120 pesos for a grande pizza) is located just before you get to the Disco.

The apartment itself left something to be desired. The kitchen, bathroom, and upstairs bedroom used to be an outside space that was later enclosed. However, it was not enclosed very well, making these spaces susceptible to cold during the winter. The small heater on the wall did not adequately heat this large space, making it very cold during the first two days of our visit. The roof leaked in several places during a rainstorm, leaving puddles of standing water on the floor. The kitchen, cooking equipment, and bathroom were some of the most unclean spaces we've stayed in to date (over 15 different cities in four months of travel). The internet was spotty, even during perfect weather and required the router to be reset several times. The washing machine and microwave need servicing. I would consult with the host prior to reserving this apartment to ensure these areas have been addressed.