Barbra met us at check in and was very hospitable. She showed us around the home, gave us some tips on things to do, and provided coffee, bagels, and snacks. The location is perfect for touring around different parts of the city and the view is beautiful. The one thing guests should be aware of is that the second bedroom has a futon, not a mattress. As two adults traveling together, we were expecting to have our own beds, but ended up having to share because the futon was extremely uncomfortable. It might be ok for a kid, but would surely give an adult a sore back in the morning! Otherwise, this apartment was a great home base for our visit to LA, and you cant find a nicer host.