I had to cut short my visit to a single day, so couldn't take advantage of the duplex element on the the apartment. The room is fine, with semi-private bathroom; very quiet, and dark. Location is fabulous -- exactly where you want to be in historic Bordeaux -- and old, old building is very cool, literally; you really feel the history. Apartment is fully modernized, however, water was hot and wifi good. Plus, Ivan was very helpful and available for advice about restaurants, coffee shops, etc.