Galina was one of the most thoughtful hostesses I have ever encountered. We felt truly welcomed in her spacious and convenient basement apartment. It is clear that Galina takes her guests comfort very seriously. She had a fantastic selection of toiletries, recommendations for restaurants, numerous coffee options, a very well stocked kitchen, and even a dish of candy. She took the time to meet us when we arrived late and showed us how everything works. You can hear people walking around in the house above the basement, but we did not find this bothersome. We were traveling as a couple and we found the apartment to suit our needs very well.