I've been using Airbnb for over a year now (both as a host and guest) and stayed at numerous places (including hotels in the past 3 years) and I can say that my stay at the Panda Crystal was my best experience so far. I can attribute that experience to my hosts (Karri and Brian) who were super nice and made me feel welcome during my stay but also to the magical location of the studio - details provided below.

Communication while booking and before arriving was prompt, professional and personal. Karri asked me when I would arrive and provided detailed information on how to reach their studio (Train, bus or cab). I would like to mention that I landed pretty late and that my check-in would have been pretty late (11pm) but Karri mentioned she'd be awake and welcome me personally.

The studio is located conveniently 20 minutes from downtown portland (Transportation is super efficient and you can get anywhere you want pretty easily). The huge plus here is that the neighborhood is really peaceful, studio is located right behind Mt. Tavor (Amazing place if you'd like to take a walk).

There's a amazing cafe/restaurant called songbird, 2 minutes from the studio, if you wish to have an espresso in the morning or would like to have a nice dinner, that place is incredible (and a refreshing surprise in this peaceful neighborhood).

I will go back to this place every time I visit Portland, there's no doubt about it.

And Karri and Brian, thanks a lot for making me feel welcome, for the tips and your warm hospitality.

Adam