Let's just say... my experience at Brend's place was NOT quite what I was expecting.

I won't say the description of the place was misleading, however the photography really created a much 'better' impression than reality. Essentially, Brend's place was a teeny room with a bed in it. :(

The "place" was a glorified shoebox. It contained one bed, a small kitchen sink, a teeny fridge under the sink, a TV and a small narrow bathroom. Nothing else. Nothing. Not enough room to swing a cat (so to speak).

To say it was tiny, is an understatement. Essentially a windowless box. OK, there was a window, though it was covered with a crappy curtain.

There is no light at the building entrance, which is on a dark laneway. So your first impression is a dingy, dark entrance or a crappy old building. You then have to walk up three flights of stairs...

Mistake #1: I guess when you look at a listing, and see multiple close-up pictures of flowers, shower heads and coffee cups... take it that there are 'no' other worthy features.

Mistake #2: don't rely on the Airbnb mobile App to make your selection. I did it that way, and after scrolling through what looked like a gorgeous place (on my phone), was hugely disappointed when I arrived at Brend's place.

Lovely photography and flowery descriptions go a long way in Brend's case (full credit to the copy-writing and photographer).

I have stayed at other Airbnb listings in HK, at similar prices... and Brend's place was easily the WORST.

Redeeming qualities ?
- location: very convenient location, located close to Sheung Wan MRT, and west side of Hollywood Rd
- water pressure: the shower had very good water pressure
- noise: it was very quiet at night

However, my experience was so dismal, I ended up leaving one-day earlier than planned.

I do feel the description and photographs of "Fab Studio 3A" portray a much nicer place than reality provides.

No hard feelings to Brend, but to other Airbnb 'potential' guests:

Just be aware...

There are other listings in the area that offer far far better "value for money" !!

Do your homework.