My first AirBNB experience was a very nice alternative to a hotel. The suite is comfortable and homey, the street was quiet although the lively Commercial Drive is right around the corner. I found it to be a good place to relax, and a great base to explore Vancouver. Howie greeted me kindly, and later brought some welcoming pastries, which is a nice touch. But after that, I didn't see him or Lisa, although I could tell if I had needed them for anything they would be there. As this was my first trip to Vancouver, I enjoyed staying in a "real" Vancouver neighborhood with a lot to offer, rather than downtown.

If you want a place that feels more like home than a hotel, this suite is highly recommended.