If you are looking for a place to stay in Vancouver that is away from the noise and traffic of downtown, but an easy walk to the center of downtown, you need to consider Sean's apartment. It is located in the area called Kitsilano and it is a quick, safe and easy walk into downtown. If you don't want to walk, busses are frequent and convenient. Sean's apartment was immaculately clean, comfortable, and the kitchen was stocked with everything that you might need. There is plenty of space in the apartment in which to spread out, so you don't feel cramped. You don't need to worry about traffic noise because the apartment is extremely quiet. The free and secure parking is a bonus. There are 2 quality bistros for eating out within 1 block. Sean was very easy to communicate with and he lives nearby in case you need to talk with him. We will be checking to see if his apartment is available for us to stay in when we visit Vancouver again next year.