The pictures of this unit paint a picture entirely different from reality. The unit is much darker than depicted, and the atmosphere is slightly depressing. The furniture in the unit was different than what was pictured; the couch cushions had been replaced with cheap, neoprene slip covers from amazon and the dining chairs were replaced with heavily used metal stools. The entrance to the building feels slightly sketchy.
The bed sheets are european style, where the comforter sits between two loose sheets rather than in a duvet cover. This felt a little dirty, when the sheets became separated and revealed the stained duvet below.
The bathroom was ok. The shower head was high pressure and quality. The sink in the bathroom drained extremely slow and probably needs the trap to be cleaned. There is a small washing machine in the bathroom with 2 tide pods provided which is a nice touch.
The kitchen has a dishwasher and some bowls with 3 dishwasher pods provided. The only cutlery was 5 spoons, which is an odd choice though excellent for soup lovers. The fridge is high quality.
The location is good for metro access and is 1 block away from shopping on Rue St. Catherine.
The entire 2nd floor has been torn down and is being renovated. This unit is on the 3rd floor and the construction is insanely noisy at times. It feels as though the drill bits are going to come through our floor.
Overall we were disappointed. The furniture and overall vibe of the apartment made us glad we were only there for a short stay. As university students we are flexible and have lived in worse, but we definitely wouldn’t recommend this place for families or older adults that value quality. At the same price as any of the major hotels in the area, we were disappointed in our decision and would not return.