We never met the hosts but the friend let us in with no problem at all. The condo itself is clean and comfortable with the amenities promised. It's in a very central location--easy to walk to main sites in the gorgeous city. If you are not familiar with Seville, note that, while a pedestrian street, we found the street to be continually busy day and night with people talking loudly, singing... Day and night ... Smoking ... If you are a light sleeper or not used to random loud noises you may prefer a quieter, less touristy street in Seville.