My stay with Maria was absolutely fantastic. The room was exactly as advertised and the room was comfortable and sufficiently spacious. I could also use the TV in the living room and the fridge without any issues. Maria was friendly and would always ask me how my day was and where I was going, and would give recommendations if you asked.

The apartment is in a nice neighborhood, close to Notting Hill Gate (and hence Portobello Market) as well as Queensway Tube Station. It is also well served by buses that lead to various parts of central London such as Oxford Circus, and various museums. It is also very near Kensington Gardens, which is linked to Hyde Park - very nice to have a stroll/jog.

There are a few eateries just round the corner (Zizzi, Diana Cafe and even a pub!) and if you are willing to walk further, lots more like Nando's, KFC, MacDonald's for the familiar, or locals such as Geales for fish and chips, Kensington Place (for seafood), The Shed (for British "tapas"), Polpo (for Spanish) and Recipease by Jamie Oliver, just to name a few. Also, plenty of supermarkets and small shops in the area.

One thing to note, is that the apartment is on the top floor. So people with very heavy luggage or mobility issues, might want to take note. But the nice apartment, good and quiet location and friendly host more than makes up for it.