Alex’s place is a fantastic value, immaculately clean, and full of nice little touches (coffee maker with coffee in the kitchen and the room, fresh flowers on the table, access to laundry and detergent free of charge, etc). The neighborhood is about 30 minutes from downtown on the bus, which worked just fine for us. It’s close walking distance from the ocean and a great hiking trail with stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge. The room itself was spacious, so clean, and had plenty of drawer and closet space for clothes. Alex was a very kind and attentive host. We were easily able to get in touch with him when we needed anything. I highly recommend Alex’s place for the budget conscious traveler looking for a safe quiet neighborhood to retreat to after a busy day in the city.