My partner and I had an amazing 3-day stay at Fiker’s place. Located in the Queens Chapel neighborhood and 5 minutes away from the Fort Totten Metro Station, Fiker’s booking provided us with convenience and
comfort throughout our time exploring DC. Here are the facts:
THE INSIDE: When we arrived, the listing was very clean and already air conditioned (this was a great relief as the temp. at this point was in the low 90s). The decor was refreshing, the bed was comfortable, and the living room provided my partner and I with more than enough space to lounge!
THE OUTSIDE: Furthermore, the neighborhood was not dangerous at all and we felt like it had a very real ‘tight knit’ community feel which is all too rare nowadays. As Ft. Totten is pretty residential, you have to venture a little more into DC in order to find things to do and places to eat, but we found that nothing was more than 15-20 minutes away from our stay. We had a 7-Eleven and Chick-fil-A at walking distance which was very convenient, though!
THE HOST: Fiker was very responsive before, during, and after our stay. We really did not need much help during our stay but nevertheless, she let us know we could reach out to her anytime.
TIPS: As Fiker’s listing is in a basement level and we stayed during the summer, we found there to be lots of insects around outside. My partner and I had a few bug bites after our stay (no big deal), so I just suggest bringing bug repellent and sunscreen if you plan to stay here in the summer months. USE THE METRO! The Red Line that flows through the Fort Totten Station can take you to virtually anywhere you want to go, so learn the routes and get your metro card, fares are literally 3-6 dollars.
OVERALL: With other options in DC ranging from $110 and up, we found Fiker’s place to be a no-brainer, and I’m unsure why some have rated it badly. Fiker’s listing is great for those who need basic amenities at a great price, and who just need a place to rest at the end of the night.
Thanks Fiker!