This was my first time using Airbnb ever, and I have to say, if this is the level of quality and care to expect, then I may never use a regular hotel again! Let’s start from the beginning:
Upon arriving, Javier was already waiting outside waiting to greet me and my family of 6 at the door. He was very kind and helpful; quickly recommending parking areas in the busy city center and helping to unload all our luggage and getting my wife and children situated while I go to park the car.
After that was settled, he toured us around the apartment and made sure we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay,but he didn’t stop there. Javier went the extra mile and sat down with us for over 30 minutes to go over all the great things to do in Sevilla to ensure we made the best of our stay. He had a large laminated map of the city with key points marked clearly as well as numerous brochures, pamphlets, takeout menus, information cards etc. which he left with us so we can plan everything out. He was very professional and courteous the entire time. This is a level of service you would not find at any regular hotel, that’s for sure.
Now let’s talk about location. This apartment is centrally located from all the major landmarks. As a matter of fact, I did not get in the car once during my stay; I was able to walk with my family to any of them from the apartment in no more than 15-20 minutes.Torre Giralda, El Catedral de Sevilla, The Real Alcazar, Plaza de Espana, etc. It’s all there and walkable. It was an awesome experience and when we weren’t sightseeing, we were marveling at the labyrinthine corridors of the Barrio Santa Cruz as we walked through its narrow streets and stopping at the various shops we happened to find.
I already can’t wait to come back, and I can only hope Javier will be there to host us again when we do!