The location and apartment were both ideal. It's located in the heart of downtown and walking distance to many major tourist attractions. The apartment itself is very nice. Mariko is very thoughtful and detail oriented in ensuring that the apartment has all the amenities needed to have a relaxing, comfortable stay. Mariko was very kind and even offered my family a ride from the metro station because she was concerned about us dragging our suitcases the couple of blocks from the metro station as it was raining the day we arrived. I have used airbnb multiple times to book accommodations abroad and Mariko is by far the best host I have interacted with to date.