WE felt that this property was not as it is presented and we feel guests should be aware of the immediate area. Each time we entered or left the apartment we were approached to buy drugs, especially late at night. Unfortunately the local restaurant said it has become a big problem and the police are called nightly. This is not a fault of Marta and Ruis, so I feel bad for them as hosts, also the same with outside the apartment which was piled high garbage that smelled badly. The building is very old and the unmanageable and extremely high 32 steps looked like they had not been cleaned in a long time making the climb even more unpleasant. My friend had alot of difficulty getting up to the top, and even though I am fit, it was a struggle. I think this should be mentioned as we would never have stayed knowing about the abnormal height of each step. The favela chic look inside the apartment is not for us but Im sure many guests would like it. It just felt worn and unloved as if the hosts needed to pay more attention. However if you are young and want to party until the early hours of the morning, this is the place for you.