You cannot get in outer security door yourself upon arrival - host must manually buzz you in when you first arrive. After than the small fob on your keychain is held over the red light (on the security panel) to open the outer security door (a few feet away). The place is clean and quiet - well stocked kitchen and laundry in the apartment was great. Be aware that the surrounding blocks look somewhat abandoned except for groups of homeless people all around churches. You will see this on your walk to nearby stores. Its a bit of a hike to downtown Victoria. Buses are GREAT there, but taxis not so much.