This is the first trip my parents made to the US in 20 years so I wanted to ensure their stay was comfortable. Claudia's studio is tastefully decorated, has a kitchen and comes with quite a few amenities so it was a great fit. Claudia was also a very gracious host and regularly checked in on how things were going. My family had a wonderful experience overall. If you're looking to stay near Lake Merritt, I recommend this place highly.