Wanted to leave an honest review for anyone considering this Airbnb so you can make an informed decision. Overall, did not have any major issues during my stay.
•Communication with the hosts was smooth and easy.
•I needed a short-term stay while my family was in town, but I’ve been living in Marina Del Rey the past 7 years so I know the area very well. What you’re certainly paying for is the location. The Venice Canals are next door, as well as the beach and many, many fun spots to shop and dine at.
•I’ve read reviews on issues with the internet, and while it’s definitely not the fastest and did cut out a fair few times, I was able to adequately work from home using an iMac, so it’s definitely possible.
•The noise levels are high, so invest in ear plugs. I also did use the heater all the time, even though it’s spring time, it has not been too warm in LA, and the place certainly gets very chilly.
•In terms of the place itself, it for sure needs quite a bit of work, many things need to get fixed, patched up, replaced and updated. It seems it hasn’t been remodeled in a long time.
•While the sheets were clean, the floor seemed like it hadn’t been vacuumed in a while.
•Didn’t have hot water in the kitchen, but did in the bathroom. The kitchen is also tiny, not too equipped for cooking even light meals, not too pleasant to be in. So if you’re planning to eat out only, then you should be good.
•Since you’re by the water and it’s an old building, there is a noticeable smell of mold, especially in the kitchen. Be prepared. A corner of the steel window also rusted away due to the moisture, and that’s where a lot of the breeze was coming through at night.
•The studio is very small, so if you’re planning to spend a lot of time indoors, this may not be ideal.
These are some of the key points to keep in mind, so if you’re looking for a prime location and planning to simply crash at the place for a short time, then this can certainly be the place for you. If you’re planning to stay indoors more, or need a more long-term stay, then I’m not so sure.
Hope this was helpful to both guests and hosts.