I ended up canceling a few hours after check-in, so I can’t comment on a full experience. I would like to thoroughly comment on my short stay though.
First, Mateo was very quick to respond to any questions I had, including early check-in possibilities, and he tried his best to accommodate my needs. Which was very appreciated!
Second, when we arrived to the location, there was not any parking on premises, as otherwise advertised. You have to park on the street in a sketchy area of Portland, and fight for parking since it’s right next to a residential area. It’s very misleading, and I think that should be specified in the listing.
Third, the bed is at an awfully dangerous height for infants. So if you plan on staying here with young kiddos, PLEASE bring somewhere for them to sleep. Otherwise do not book here. My daughter fell off the bed and hit her head on the wall, from simply getting off the bed (safely and how she’s been taught).
Lastly, since I ended up cancelling after check-in, I was not offered a refund. Even though it was for safety reasons. So I ended up reaching out to customer service and they helped me navigate the situation to get my money back. I always have such a good experience with Airbnb customer service.
All in all, I did think it was a great option for people needing a simple place to stay. They had a bed, refrigerator, microwave, tv, and bathroom. No pots and pans or other amenities, but it’s perfect for people just needing to hang out or sleep. I do think they need to be more clear in the description and even add more photos of the place so you can get a accurate idea. Given I didn’t have a great experience there though, I wouldn’t go back personally.