Monica was a lovely and accommodating host. I requested the room at 7am on the day I needed it and she replied almost instantaneously. She got me out of a real jam.

The room is bigger than it looks in the picture; there is a good three or four feet between the end of the bed and the far wall and the bed is large and comfy. There was enough storage space to accommodate a lengthy stay, with a large wardrobe and chest of drawers. There is also a work-desk, a TV and a small fridge that you could fit a can or small bottle into.

I would say it is a 15-20 minute walk to the main shopping centre. If you are on the Clifton side of Bristol in the evening, I would recommend getting a cab back as it was a bit of a trek for me (the cheap cost of the room makes a brief cab ride more than worth it). There is a 24 hour shop in the petrol station on the corner if you come back late and need supplies. The immediate area is not rough, but it is well populated late at night at the weekend. However, none of that noise carries to the room, which is at the back of the house.

Finally, a few words about Monica. She was a friendly, helpful and courteous host who was happy to chat and learn more about you whilst respecting your privacy and letting you do your own thing. She really couldn't have been more welcoming and I would be happy to stay with her for a long period if I needed to.