This is a price worthy choice a bit out of the center of town. A cool, but very unorthodox space. The bed is comfortable, the linens of high quality, the apartment was mostly clean, and the towels and bath supplies were nice. The kitchenette is for short terms stay only. The quality of this riverside building conversion is not the highest - the aesthetic is there, but the workmanship is shoddy. Also, the two entrances into the apartment should be more clearly described in the ad. One passes by a mechanics garage and then through an actual garage space, and the other is up a few steps in the living room opening up directly on the river walk. These doors are not possible to keep open at all without the passers by and dogs looking straight into the apartment. The upside being, that one can roll out of bed for a riverside run or dog walk, or put a chair outside for a morning coffee.
The view on the river is amazing, and it’s close to the tram, and bikes are always available. The staff at the RIVA is amazing and so nice and helpful, and the garden and pool are a lovely place to land.
Overall it is a positive and price worthy place to stay. I got used to the idiosyncrasies and felt at home after a few days. I was working in the city for 5 weeks.
I would caution about the river area at night, as it is sometimes frequented by people doing business there. But it is well lit, and there is a clear view in both directions.
This is an apartment for flexible and experienced travelers. Very picky, conservative or anxious types should get a traditional hotel, or stay at the RIVA - which is full-service and very beautiful!