The apartment truly was in a central location (Metro, cafes, shopping, etc.) and offered us everything we needed. Having just arrived from a week-long hotel stay in London, we welcomed the presence of a laundry machine and the additional space to move around freely. The apartment was clean, modern, and free from the odors one would come to expect from a 500 year old building. We really appreciated the availability of such a nice space as an alternative to all of our (lesser) options!