This was my third stay at Akiko's place and just like before it was a great stay - it feels like my "home away from home". I have stayed in 3 different rooms and thay are all great, nice bed, furniture, clean and very comfortable. Akiko always provide water, fruit, coffee, small chocolates and cake to her guests. Her dog Chacha is so sweet and doesn't mind the different guests in the house. Great Santa Monica location in a quiet and safe neighborhood.