I stayed at David's for a week when working in Vancouver with my BC collaborators. VERY VERY clean and comfortable place, thoughtfully decorated and equipped. I did not have much interaction with my host, as anything I needed was already there - from the handy kitchenette to the washing bin. Smooth check-in and check-out, I left my bags for few hours of final sightseeing.
It felt like my place. And location - close to transit links and West Broadway - was perfect both for work and leisure.