When we checked in the host greeted us without a mask and led us to the space. He explained the house rules and regulations which made us feel a little unwelcome and like we couldn’t get too comfortable when basically he was saying “if you don’t like it there are plenty of other options in Portland so you can go there” which was a little odd to say to someone who just arrived, except when we saw the space.
When we got to the unit we then realized it was a basement renovated into a living space. You hear all the steps of the host and his family while in the space. So not that peaceful. It was clean how ever it was not what expected. There was no kitchen as listed nor a fireplace as listed. We felt that we were mislead on this listing. Then come to find out we were sharing the space with a couple and a baby. We thought we had booked it private but I guess not. The basement was very cold at night and all we had was a small space heater to warm up that wasn’t that good. Also broke the breaker when we used it.
We felt like we had to walk on eggshells at this place and couldn’t enjoy ourselves to the fullest. We tried to get a refund when we left early because of the misleading information and dissatisfaction of the listing but were ignored.
If you are ok with staying in a cold basement under a family home then this is fine. But you won’t be cooking for yourself, can’t smoke or be loud, and might have trouble keeping warm.
We were expecting something better than a hotel but it was not. For the price and what you get you are better off at a hotel where you have quietness, privacy, freedom, warmth, amenities and you get exactly what is expected and paid for. And if not you would be accommodated as such. But we were blatantly ignored, mislead, and threw away almost $500 for this mistake.
I can’t find a reason why anyone would/should choose this place over a hotel or hostel. It’s nothing extra or special in comparison to the price of what you get.