As other reviews note, it is loud - you can hear everything on the street as well as the people walking and talking upstairs. But if you have ear plugs, or use the fan that is in the apartment, you can drown it out pretty well. It is in a heart of the city center and is a really cool experience to have. We opened up the windows and watched the people go by and heard the music coming from the square. If you don't mind a little noise, this place is for you!