I stayed in Giorgio's apartment for three weeks while studying Spanish in Santiago. When the protests broke out, this place was ideal - this is a real neighborhood where the protests were up front and center, but not too close to Plaza Italia where it wouldn't have been possible to sleep and/or where it felt unsafe. There is 24 hour concierge here that kept the lobby safe and the neighbors and local shop owners watched out for me during the government-imposed curfews. The neighborhood had everything I needed within 2 blocks and a short walk got me to the metro, parks, great coffee shops and excellent restaurants. The bed was comfortable, and I had a beautiful view of the city. I was very happy here.