I wanted to enjoy my stay here given the positive reviews but we ultimately checked out of the apartment before our end date of 12 days given our experiences. Here are some things to consider:
The photos of the apartment on the listing are taken in wide angle format so they make the apartment look much bigger and brighter. This is not truly accurate. The apartment is very small for 3 people. Also, the host provided us with one set of keys for the apartment and building. This made it challenging for 3 people to explore the city independently. To exit and enter the apartment you need keys (expected) and the same is true to exit and enter the building (not expected). This process was very inconvenient. We did reach out to the host for a second set of keys. She delayed her responses and would say she would bring them to us but never did after numerous attempts on our end. BATHROOM - main bathroom sink was clogged. The water drained very slowly. Also, when showering with hot water, the water would change to cold temperature for a few minutes then return to hot again. The bathroom also smelled like cigarettes from time to time. We believed it came from the vent shared with possibly with the next door apartment. We bought air refresher and found ourselves constantly spraying the bathroom to eliminate the odor. BEDROOM - photo shows a full size bed but it was two twin size beds separated. Mattresses were made of of spring coils and not very comfortable. SERVICE - The host never responded quickly to messages. We reached out to the host several days into our stay to inquire for a late check out and she denied the request. Although the apartment did not have anyone else checking in, the cleaning lady was not available to return at another time. Therefore, she could not honor a late checkout. There was no flexibility or alternative solution.
Overall, it is difficult for me to recommend this listing giving our experiences. The level of service was not up to par causing us to check into a hotel for the last few days of our trip. Very disappointing.