Bryan's place was the perfect home base for the month. One of my favorite things about this building is the large, gated courtyard. It's not covered, so maybe not the best place on rainy days, but it made a great meeting place before heading out for the day or on a clear night a nice place to relax. Even with the unit being a studio, the living/dining area felt separate. Having the bathroom sinks right next to the bed was odd, but you'll get used to it. Huge shower space with two separate shower heads. Various light dimming options lets you set the mood for each area. Cool and classy designs and decorations. Super comfy couch and ample seating options. Bed was comfortable and had multiple sets of sheets/pillowcases available while you make use of the washer and dryer. Plenty of towels and washcloths too. Having a benchpress, free weights, and large mat for workouts was great. Fast wifi kept up with video conferences and streaming and the smart tv was top notch.
This is Gastown and you're close to central downtown, so expect to hear the sounds of Gastown outside. However, close the window and it won't be a problem. I'm a light sleeper and I slept easily here. Perfect location for skytrain and bus access. Major bus stop across the street. A 10 minute walk to Waterfront/Chinatown Stadium, 6 minute walk to Chinatown, 15 minute walk to BC Place, Rogers Arena, and Science World, 15 minute walk to downtown, and a 1, 2, and 3 minute minute walk to some of the best restaurants/cafes in Gastown.
I had one issue that came up with the kitchen faucet, but Bryan was quick to address it and have someone come check it out. He even worked with my schedule to see when was the best time. There was a second issue with the door lock's battery. Bryan said he could come by and replace it, but I had an actual key that worked perfectly fine. Bryan was attentive and responsive anytime I had a question. Checking in and out was easy, but one thing people don't always do is notify their host in advance when they are arriving and when they are close. Give your host a heads up and you'll be fine. I didn't formally get to meet Bryan, but it felt like I was talking to a neighbor or friend anytime I sent a message. I'd highly recommend Bryan's home for your next stay in Gastown.