Asteris was a great host. We arrived two hours later than expected, but he was there, ready for us. The place was very clear and beds quite comfortable and the artwork worth seeing! Asteris was helpful in directing us to restaurants and other places and suggesting shortest, safest ways to get there. The area surrounding the apartmnent did have some vacant storefronts or closed shops with bars, but within a block or two we found ourselves in a vibrant shopping area. A great place to stay!