Michael is an outgoing and sociable host who likes spending time with his guests. I enjoyed meeting people from all over the world when I was there in March--Austria, South Africa, New Zealand, Switzerland, Germany, Sweden, Canada, Brazil, and Peru! It's more of a true guest house than a B & B with a social atmosphere, including full kitchen privileges in the very nice kitchen. It's also a great location, within walking distance of the harbor, Balboa Park, the Gaslamp, Little Italy, etc.--right in the middle of everything.