Villette Astoria

I wouldn't repeat this stay. The apartments were old and dirty, and I believe the furnishings haven't changed since the 1950s, even the sheets and blankets kept in the closets. The TV seemed like the only new millennium item, but it barely picked up four channels and the picture wasn't even clear. I really don't understand how anyone can rent out an apartment like this.

The sagging sofa bed mattresses and poor value for money were disappointing. The place also fell short on cleanliness: the little courtyard out front was overgrown, with fruit stones scattered among the plants. Inside, several furnishings were old or broken when we arrived, including the closet door, shower stall, and kitchen cabinet.

The shower already feels cramped, and the folding doors with tracks take up even more of its space. It could have been manageable with a curtain or a proper shower enclosure to close it off. There’s no oven or microwave, and you have to bring everything needed to clean the house, even a broom.

The parking lot in the villa area was also convenient. The apartment was reasonably priced for what it offered, though the mattresses were hard and there was no oven. We smelled gas throughout the apartment after noticing a leak in the hose at the gas cylinder when we arrived. They came to fix it the next day. The manager and the others didn’t speak much English, but we managed to get by.