Melissa is a gracious host - she gave us some great suggestions of sights to see and places to eat. She was very responsive. The bathroom was clean and the shower worked well. The couch and living room area was very homey. However, there were some problems with the apartment that became clear in the evenings: the monorail is directly out the window, the radiator is clunky, and the kitchen faucet was dripping, keeping us up. These are things that would have been nice to know beforehand. Otherwise, Melissa's place is perfect for a short stay in Seattle. It is centrally located, allowing you to walk to downtown in just about 10 minutes, Capitol Hill in 15-20, and Seattle Center just a few blocks away.