+++ Alfonso and his girlfriend are great host, sympathic and friendly. The place is tidy and clean and the bed is confortable. They gave me tips to go around. Their apartment is at 20min by bus to the center and 30min to the nearest beach (Barcelona beach) - - - the neighbourg of the flat is a bit noisy but for a few nights, it's a nice place to stay. I do recommend to stay at this place.

I spent 2 weeks at Marianne's house over Christmas. Marianne and Martin (+ 2 cute dogs) are so lovely, very generous and always helpful, giving tips for places to visit near by (like Dee Why beach is a very pretty and small beach) and in CBD (bars, restaurant....) I spent a wonderful stay with them. They cook dinner for everyone for free of charge, when you are not there, they always leave a plate in the fridge. The house is clean and tidy, the room are pretty big. During lazy and sunny day, it's nice to chill by the pool. I do recommend to stay at their house. I'm missing them already. The only thing is the house is in Manly area, so it's at 1h away from the city but it's easier to reach the CBD with bus and ferry (the bus stop is at 2min from their house). Enjoy your stay at Marianne's house :)