The place was very nice. It is always convenient to have a laundry machine and kitchen (it gets old eating every meal out) that you wouldn't get in a hotel. The location is very convenient. We came into the Pacific Central Station on Amtrak and it was within easy walking distance to the station. The workout facilities (weights, cardio, pool) were also very nice and head and shoulders over what you'd get in a hotel. If into walking, you are a 5-30 minutes walk from essentially everything in the downtown tourist area (harbor/city ferries, Science World, Stanley Park etc...). We were also able to drop off our bags early before official check in which made our life a lot easier.