My adult daughter and I had a wonderful 4 night stay in Vancouver at Alea's place. It is a lovely condo that had everything we needed and is in a safe and secure building. Very good location on the edge of China Town, blocks from Gastown and not far to downtown. We walked most places but were close to public transit too. She gave us helpful suggestions for places to visit and eat and left us a map and some brochures. We recommend, as did Alea, the waffles and creme brule @ Crackle Creme and the noodles @ The Ramon Butcher both of which are not far away. Coconut buns for breakfast from the bakery just down the street were yummy and economical. We wouldn't hesitate to stay at her condo again and are ready to go back already.