Maria’s place is located in a real neighborhood, with plenty of restaurants, bars and markets nearby. It’s a quick, 10-15 minute walk over the bridge to the historic and touristic center. The apartment itself has high ceilings, big windows, strong AC, and plenty of hot water with good pressure. Having a washing machine was a huge plus. There’s a lot to recommend it, and Maria was responsive when we need extra sheets. She greeted us with a ton of great recommendations, a very engaging and hospitable host.
There were two issues my wife and I noticed, probably because it was a long stay (7 nights). WiFi was slow; it’s an extender not a dedicated account. And the larger bed was a bit soft in places, so I slept in the twin, which was flatter and more supportive. Then again, many people like sinking into a mattress and prefer foam to innerspring, so it’s also a personal preference.