So, I was a wee bit skeptical when the bus dropped me off in what seemed, at first, a slightly scary neighborhood on the outskirts of the city. But when I rang the guest house bell, Mario greeted me at the door with a warm and welcoming smile, and showed me right to my first-floor room. Aside from its slightly musty smell, the room was tidy, clean, and had everything I needed (including a portable air conditioner) for my brief one-night stay. Street noise might be an issue for some (the room is right next to the street), but it didn't hinder my sleep at all. Mario was kind enough to provide me with a city map, bus information, recommendations for an afternoon walking tour, and answer any other questions I had. I took him up on his dinner recommendation as well--a wonderful little neighborhood pizzeria called Templari where everyone seemed to know each other and each waitperson/cook/owner was sweeter than the next. Loved it!