Silvya is friendly and makes you feel welcome. I enjoyed the breakfast and lively conversation. She is a person that wants you to feel at home, and is attentive, not only offering something to eat, but offers extra blankets, tea and juice. The location is great and within walking distance to BART, coffee shops, stores, restaurants and movie theater. I loved the quiet neighborhood and my stay was restful. I read the reviews before booking, and yes, it is a shared space, with a bed and curtain so don't let that be a surprise to you.