Mari is a wonderful hostess and she went 'above and beyond' to make sure I was comfortable. The bed is big and comfortable and the A/C was great to have in the summer. It's very close to downtown and there are plenty of restaurants close by. For great coffee go to "Forth" coffee on 171 McDermot Ave. downtown. I was surprised that I could rent a bike and go anywhere I needed in Winnipeg. The 'Peg is flat and ample bike lanes and wide sidewalks makes it easy to ride (and no helmet law!). Rent from Natural Cycles downtown.