Richard was such a nice guy and the apartment suited our needs for the week we stayed. As others have said, not much natural light, but the place did stay cool during the day, which was a nice relief after long days of walking in the sun. The built-in water filtration system was a real plus. We did a fair amount of cooking in the kitchen and found it to be adequate, but it was missing some key cooking implements. The rooftop terrace was great, especially for watching the sun go down with a cold beer. The location, while not peaceful, is well-situated for exploring - there's a metro station right opposite, and it's only a short walk to restaurants, bars and a large market. Another plus: the area felt safe and the building was secure.