I needed a place to stay in Vancouver for a week while attending a convention. Ran's apartment is close to downtown and has lots of great restaurants and groceries near bye. Bus stations were a short walking distance away. The apartment is very nice and the room was clean and quiet while I stayed there with a view of the balcony. Though I was out and about most of my stay, the time I did get to spend in the apartment was very pleasant, and I enjoyed hanging out with Ran on a couple of nights and talking. I whole heatedly recommend staying with Ran.