we found the place looking exactly like the pics, and feeling cozy. the check-in process was smooth and Ivan was in good communication, although we didn't ever have much need for more than basic exchanges. the only real heads-up we would give to others is that the street, though not heavily trafficked, was surprisingly more noisy at night than we'd expected - though, given its location right off the main street of one of the biggest cities in the world, maybe we should have anticipated that! overall a very pleasant stay with no host-related issues.