I stayed with my mum in Boris's flat. We were welcomed by his wife Gaia, who offered us cake & tea and - this being Edinburgh - whisky! I could not imagine a nicer welcome. She was very approachable and helpful.

The flat is well-furnished and gives you all it promises. We slept in the host's daughter's room. What I didn't like much was that there was no space in the wardrobe to put your clothes, as it stored the host's clothes. Also, I could welcome having a variety of booklets, leaflets and maps of the city and its events and cultural life.

A bus stop is right outside the building, buses go frequently and take you to the city centre in 5 minutes. The street is full of delicious and affordable restaurants and cafés. I could not complain.

Overall, a very good experience.