Alexander was very easy to meet and very accommodating. For example he brought over an iron and ironing board mid stay when i requested one. The apartment is a great spot for exploring Berlin. The location is ideal: the neighborhood is bustling but also relatively quiet. There are tons of great coffee shops and places to eat within the immediate area. There are also numerous transportation options. The apartment is relatively bare bones in terms of *amenities* but as long as you don't mind bringing your own shampoo and shower soap etc it is a wonderful home base for a visit to Berlin.