I loved staying here. I'm a graduate student and I had to come to Geneva for archival research at the UNHCR. I've never rented a private room on airbnb before, and was hesitant to share a place with a stranger who was also the apartment owner. I wondered if I'd feel like an annoying guest, or like I was being monitored all the time. However, Geneva is so expensive that I couldn't afford to do rent my own place or pay for a hotel room. So, I took a chance, and was very glad that I did!

Ana has traveled quite a bit, and has developed a strong, ethical commitment to hospitality as a result. It definitely shows in her treatment of airbnb guests. She was a gracious and welcoming host, but was never pushy or overbearing. She was very respectful of my privacy and space, and after showing me the apartment and handing me the keys, left me to my work.

The apartment is clean, quiet, and very close to public transport, shops, grocery stores, and restaurants. It took me <30 minutes if I walked. Things I especially appreciated:
- I was only a 3-minute walk to the tram and train station, and only 15 minutes from the airport.
- I had my own shelf in the fridge and could save money by cooking (her place is near discount groceries like Lidl and Denner, but also Migros and specialty shops if you prefer).
- Bathroom and kitchen were always extremely clean.
- I could go for long jogs by the lake, and felt very safe venturing out into the neighborhood.
- Ana is very easy to get along with. She has lived in Geneva most of her life, and so has lots of good suggestions about places to go, things to do, local events, etc. (Make sure you ask about Baines des Pâquis!). I had to work most of the time, but I did get to go out for fondue and drinks with Ana and her friend, and it was a lot of fun.
- The cat is hilarious.

This apartment is ideal for graduate students or academics in town for research or a conference. It is very close to the UN Palace (7 minutes by tram), UNHCR headquarters, the Graduate Institute, Geneva, and the Red Cross. I would definitely stay with Ana again, and highly recommend her place!