First off, this place isn’t really “Richard’s Place”. It’s a big business that houses at least 50 people (including long-term residents) within fenced compound. I didn’t see him until my 4th day and the only thing he said was “hello”. The kitchen is nice (renovated) but the building is so old and the windows don’t operate (and no A/C). I actually caught a bad cold when the weather got cold at night but couldn’t close the windows and no blanket was found.
But the biggest problem for me was to share the space with 2 random people who showed up every day or 2 (vs. I stayed there for 6 nights). I actually enjoyed talking to them but I sort of had to help them (e.g. show how to make coffee & share my food- funny I somehow felt like a host!). One roommate just took my fruits.
The staff try to do what they can when asked but it’s a pretty impersonal business operation. I don’t feel this place represents the spirit of Airbnb. They just seem to take advantage of Airbnb platform to acquire screams of guests.
(I actually booked a more private place with Airbnb several months ahead but the reservation got cancelled by the host 2 weeks prior to departure.😞) But for those who just want a cheap place at convenient location for 1 night or 2, it could work for you (if weather cooperates!).