As you know, what I look for in an Airbnb experience is Comfort, Location, Accommodation, Privacy and Safety (CLAPS), not necessarily in that order. So, let me give you the breakdown on my latest experience. For this particular trip, I sought to spend 4 nights in a private bedroom/bathroom at Eriberto’s and Ana’s Airbnb, while visiting with my 3 ½ year-old daughter in California. With that being said, here is what I noted about my stay...
SAFETY:
The neighborhood felt very safe and quiet. I enjoyed hearing the bells ringing and the music playing of an ice cream truck as it drove down the street.
LOCATION:
It's about a 20-minute drive/Uber/Lyft from Long Beach Airport, and a 2-minute drive/10-minute walk to and from local parks and recreation, markets and restaurants.
PRIVACY:
As previously mentioned, my stay was in a private bedroom/bathroom. It was located at the rear of a converted garage. Access to my room was through a steel gate beside the garage, a security and entry door at the rear of the garage, all which were equipped with key locks, with which the keys are provided to you upon checking in. This provided privacy and security from the outside public.
COMFORT:
Here’s a list of the amenities that I observed during my stay. It’s not to say that what was listed was not available. This was just my observation of what was readily available and useful to me.
My room: key lock on security and entry door, Wi-fi, a Digital lock (1) and Analog Clock (1), Television (1), Microwave (1), Refrigerator/freezer (1), Dining Table (1) and Chairs (3), Nightstand (1) w/Lamp (1), Pillows (4+), Blankets (2), sheets (2), Towel (3), Lotion (1), Coffee maker (1) and Hangers (5).
In the bathroom: Hot water (sort of), Toilet paper, Shampoo, and a Bar of soap (1).
Be mindful of the hot water, as it was inconsistent (i.e., 5-10 minutes hot and 5-10 minutes cold).
The entire place was fairly clean, with a few minor exceptions. The area rug had not been vacuumed, the small window blinds were visibly dirty, there were cobwebs hanging from the ceiling in the corner above the small window and the trash cans had no trash bags. Now, there is a door on the rear wall, through which I heard voices and what sounded like maintenance on the other side of the wall. This wasn’t a big deal for me compared to what this place had to offer, but it depends on one’s desired level of comfort. The price was reasonable, which is rare nowadays.
ACCOMMODATING:
There was no need for accommodation because everything I needed was either already readily available or I had it. The only thing better than a host immediately addressing a concern is never having a concern in need of addressing. I have no complaints.
OVERALL: In my opinion, this Airbnb was exceptional. Despite a few flaws, it was reasonably priced, fairly clean and safe. So, if this is the type of place you’d prefer to lay your head down at night, Eriberto’s and Ana’s Airbnb is the place for you.