Don't be fooled by the narrow, dark stairway or outside appearance of the apartment building. When we first made it out onto the street from the subway exit, it was after dark and the neighborhood looked a little intimidating and rough. But Jenny's apartment was nicely updated and clean. The neighborhood felt very authentic. I thoroughly enjoyed strolling the neighborhood first thing in the morning as shops opened up and the area came to life. With the metro entrance just a block away, getting around the islands was a breeze. Plus the Ladies Market and major shopping and restaurants off Nathan St were just a few minutes walk away.