Traffic can get noisy at night if you leave the windows open, but they do a good job of muffling the sound when they are closed. Learn how to use the fan to get some air flow. My wife and I loved Alessandra's place. The shower was small but suited our needs (I'm 6'2" and lanky and kept inadvertently banging all the sides with my elbows and head). Water temperature regulated perfectly fine. The bathroom and apartment were neat and clean. Comfortably couch and bed. Learn how to use the fan to get some air flow going, especially at night when you want cool air but don't want to run the AC. After a day out and about the city, this place felt like coming home. We didn't feel guilty about simply hanging out inside. Alessandra was great with communication from the beginning. There's a cafe (with wifi) at the corner near her apartment where she met us when we arrived early. Located next to a fabulous pizza place. Walking distance to the river and major museums.