This condo is on the ground level, behind a restaurant and a bodega with several other residences. The building's courtyard is behind a locked door, so we felt comfortable leaving the windows open to let the breeze in. It is very nice and luxurious, as the host's pictures show. The ceilings are high, and the beds are comfortable. Our tall 18-year old son slept on the pull-out sofa, no problems. There are some bars about a block over, but it was quiet enough even with the windows open. The nearest bahnhof, the Frankfurter Tor, is just a 5-10 minute walk away. You can be in downtown Berlin less than 30 minutes from walking out the door. I enjoyed the local area very much, and I'd be happy to stay in Archie's place again.