THE HOST
Emma was a great host. Before we even arrived, she sent a message with multiple suggestions and tips. She was attentive to our needs and was communicative.
THE PLACE
The building is really old, but it has a particular charm. However, if you’re looking for a modern venue, this wouldn’t be the place for you. The apartment is on the third floor, and the building has no elevator. I didn’t know this beforehand, so I had to lug a 50-pound suitcase up three flights of stairs. As a disabled person, this was really hard for me. Hopefully, Emma will update this info on the listing, so it is clear for future disabled customers. The apartment is a studio, so it’s small, but there was plenty of room for my partner and me.
PARKING
This was, hands down, the most frustrating part of the trip. The building does not have dedicated parking, so you have to find either street parking or a parking deck. Emma did send us a parking map before we arrived, but I had a hard time deciphering it, as I’m neurodivergent. Obviously, this won’t be an issue, if you don’t have a car. There’s plenty of Ubers, Lyfts, scooters, and electric bikes to get around the city. However, if you have a car, parking in Seattle can be frustrating.
LOCATION
The location of the property was excellent. It felt like we were close to downtown. It didn’t take us long to get to our destinations.
Overall, we enjoyed our stay at Emma’s place. It was affordable and clean. Emma was a gem.