We were fortunate enough to intersect our stay with Karina's parents--and we we're so happy we did! Kari and her family were so welcoming and nice and had a bunch of recommendations for us. The neighborhood is safe and has a ton to do, including a huge market right next door where we bought fresh, cheap food to cook. On top of that, it's only a few blocks from the metro, which took us to most places. The bedroom itself had everything we needed and was very clean. Karina is a great conversationalist and a very interesting woman--I was sorry we didn't get to know her better! I'd recommend this place to anyone--we felt so at home!