I had the blue room overlooking a quiet street in the bustling neighbourhood of Brugse Poort. There are supermarkets and eateries in the vicinity and the city centre is still within walking distance. Alternatively, you can take the bus that stops at the end of the street or the tram on the other side of the canal.
Ayesha is very welcoming and gave me a comprehensive introduction to her place. You can use the kitchen and most everything you need is colour-coded (down to your own fridge compartment) and therefore easy to find.
The stairs are indeed steep as other guests have noted. Watch your step especially when climbing down. You should take this into consideration because the kitchen and the shared bathroom are both downstairs.
If you need a quiet and yet inspiring place to stay in Ghent this is where you can find it.