Maria was a great host—communication and flexibility were top rate. The apartment is also a great value compared to what’s on Airbnb these days. It’s a classic Berlin shared apartment. The shared spaces (kitchen, hall, bath) are lived in. Don’t expect a pristine hotel-like space, but it was well taken care of. It’s a tranquil flat, and I rarely bumped into (or even heard) Maria or the other roommate during my weeklong stay. The private bedroom was large and sunny, with a nice couch and desk area to fulfill all needs. Internet went out at one point but Maria immediately provided an alternative until the main wifi was fixed.