There was an unfortunate sewage smell upon arrival, Ignacio was able to provide some drains to fix it but it was up to me to do the maintenance. In general the apartment is run down - with holes in the furniture, warped floorboards, and a musty smell. As a crash pad for backpackers this would be an amazing spot. The balconies are unmatched and the location is amazing to explore Palermo and SoHo. Ignacio was also very communicative and check in was a breeze. I just think the pictures paint a different picture than the reality of the spot.