Alexander’s loft is gorgeous, smack in the middle of Gastown and therefore close to many great coffee shops, restaurants, bars and clothing/home shops (do check out Revolver, the Sardine Can downstairs, The Diamond next door and Litchfield for a great example in each category). The street can be a little noisy at night if you sleep with the windows open but not much of an issue otherwise. Alexander was extremely responsive and a pleasure to deal with. I warmly recommend staying at his place.