The quality of the apartment is excellent. It's big, clean, stylish, and the beds are comfortable. The shower's a bit exposed but hey, this is Berlin!

For the relatively low price, getting two separate rooms with queen-sized beds was terrific value. I was traveling with a friend and it was a real luxury to have a big bed each to ourselves. The main bedroom also has a large sofa, so we had a great time hanging out and drinking before heading out for a big night.

The apartment is located in a relatively peaceful part of town, but if you're into partying, Berlin is pretty spread out anyway and you've got an underground station nearby. The vegetarian buffet on the corner is nice place for a healthy meal. You're also close to the center of Kruezberg, one of the most dynamic places in the city, packed with restaurants and bars for both straight and gay, young and old.

As a minor drawback, you can hear the people upstairs walking about, but only on rare occasions. Nothing a half-decent pair of earplugs wouldn't handle. All more than offset by the great feel of the space.

Key exchange was fast, reliable and friendly.

We had a fantastic time in Berlin and would happily stay at Daniele and Patrizia's apartment again.