I had a great experience staying at Xavier's place. The location is fantastic -- 10 min walk from nightlife central on Santa Monica, plus Trader Joe's, CVS, and Starbucks all two blocks away.. Street parking was not a challenge at all -- just be careful of the Thu and Fri street sweeping times so you don't get a ticket. The bed was really comfy, the room a nice size, and the wifi good and strong. Xavier was a very responsive and accommodating host, and the check-in/out procedures were really easy and flexible. I'd definitely recommend staying here, and I'd do it again myself.