Maria was great! She met me my first day there and gave me a few maps and tips on places to check out and eat at. She also gave me some advice on traveling alone in the city. Breakfast every morning was amazing, and eating with her a couple of the mornings I was there was a real treat. The place was easy to find (once you know where to find street names!), and in a great neighborhood; I walked back alone many of the nights I was in Amsterdam and never felt unsafe. The shared bathroom wasn't an issue at all, and the room was perfect for my needs.