If you want to be a “visitor” vs. a “tourist”, stay here. There’s been enough written about all the wonderful attributes of the location, amenities, etc., so I won’t repeat; only confirm. The real value for us was to be “at home” in a lovely city in a quiet location away from the other areas that evoke a Times Square-like atmosphere. Mass at a local church? Check! 10 meters away. Amazing restaurant steps away? Check! Small, but deceptively well-stocked grocery store (Co-op)? Check! Why not put that well-appointed kitchen to good use? Curl-up and read on the couch or simply relax in a spacious environment? Check! And, so forth. Some quick tips: be prepared to pay tourist tax in cash upon arrival. The washing machine works very well, as does air drying clothes on a rack. The room air conditioners are amazingly effective. We used them only at night even during the hottest days of August due to wonderful cross-breeze. Amazingly lovely place!