I prefer the hotel incall. The lobby shouldn't be a problem if you have already worked out the elevator location prior to walking in so your not walking around in circles. Plus, the hotel room is usually small enough where's you can check out the closet and bathroom and double lock the door. I went to a private incall years ago and her ex bf still had keys and walked in on us still in his police officer uniform.  That was the last time I did private incall.

That way they aren't doing circles like my dog does when he is anxious and stressed.  

 I think from a providers perspective many of the guys are just fine and have zero nerves. My regulars always seem excited to see me. I had one very good regular who,  when he arrived at my door I would look out the peephole and see him readying himself. I had seen him for over a year or two prior  and he still would get butterflies when he came to see me. He was one of my faves. I always got a kick out of that.  

 Then some of the newer ones are definitely nervous when they come in. I can tell right away they are nervous. But I quickly put them at ease.

I have no right to claim superior sensitivity on this, but I think due diligence is a fundamental requirement, whether at a private apartment or a busy hotel.  Sure, it takes more time and preparation, and sometimes accidents happen, but if you have done your best to think through contingencies, arrive a few minutes early, and walk whenever things don't look right, that is a big help.  In my case, it's no help to the overall experience to be nervous with trepidation in addition to other anticipations of a first encounter, or different venue.  Yes, occasionally I did stupid things and was lucky that bad results didn't ensue.  Caveat emptor!    

Every time you see a new girl, there's the element of mystery, danger and the illicit nature of the whole shebang. That initial walk up is a thrilling moment for most clients. And you can't really mess it up, it's built-in.  

That said, problems have happened with private residence arrangements. Complaints about the traffic around Pamela Martin & Associates is what caused the infamous and tragic downfall of the DC Madame in this town back in the day.  

I'd say that if you are a high volume provider, go hotel.  

AND, if you are a client going into a private residence situation, for God's sake keep it on the down low, will ya?

If she's a local independent or it's a local agency I'm visiting multiple times, I like the private apartment or condo. These aren't the places where they actually live for the most part (with one exception), so I wouldn't be worried about a boyfriend. You can tell a great deal from reading the reviews and website, IMO.

For visiting girls, a hotel is inevitable and is fine.

Thanks you all for your responses