Elkes apartment looks and feels just like in the pictures and as the description says. The room very simply decorated, and obvious a rent-out-room. Everything you need is taken care of, such as bedding, towels, and a small desk in the room. But the bed was very uncomfortable, especially for a five night stay.
The listing says that we are welcome to use the common area, such a kitchen and living room, in addition to the bedroom. But upon arrival we were told that se wouldn't like us to use the kitchen, with an excuse that a recent guest used it unrespectfully. We booked this apartment with plans to use the kitchen, so when we were only allowed to use it maximum one night out of five, it definitely affected us.
The bathroom was not very clean, and filled with Elkes personal products and such, making it less welcoming. All these things added up made the apartment feel like that we were an inconvenience.
The apartment is easy to get to, and close to public transport to get you closer to the city center.
But it's all what you can expect from a typical Berlin apartment. Other than that we felt safe, and welcome in Rubens apartment! Recommended for a young couple who wants to spend little on accommodation and most of their day out exploring!