Fantastic apartment. The kitchen and bathroom were just amazing. I also appreciated that it was on the first floor of the building because I only had to climb a few stairs with all of my luggage. It took me a couple of tries to successfully get in the door (I am not used to European locks yet). They allowed me to drop off my luggage early which was fantastic so that I could start my exploration of Berlin without having to carry everything. Huge hub for public transportation right at the door step, 2 different tram lines, the subway, and a short walk to bus stops. The apartment was perfect and even though I was on the first floor the noise from the street did not bother me one bit (and I am a light sleeper)! I don’t think there were any blinds available to use, but this did not bother me at all! In fact it helped me wake up on time and on my own. The washer/dryer combo was a life saver as it allowed me to do my laundry quickly since I did not have to wait for all my thick sweaters and jeans to dry. Also, the oven had dual oven and microwave features which was also a lifesaver for when I wanted to cook a fast meal or reheat a meal. Overall I would highly recommend this place if you are staying in Berlin.