These hosts seem to be aware of the need to maintain a certain level of professional standards and they seem to understand hospitality. The apartment was clean and well-maintained. The kitchen has a hot plate and just about everything you would find in an Extended Stay. The flooring (carpet/vinyl) while not brand new is still in good condition (ie: not worn). If all you need is a clean place to sleep and cook meals this apartment works. I made some recommendations to the host about how to improve the heating; he'll probably take care of it. If I had to choose between most 2-star motels and this place I would probably choose this apartment because it is clean and not worn-out or run-down (I'd also pick it over some 3-star motels for the same reason).