The Location for this apt is spectacular! Very close to a lot of major sights but in a nook where not a lot of tourists will walk by. Yes, there is noise downstairs but it's not terrible and the Unit comes with AC so you really don't hear anything unless the windows are open. The Apt is exactly as pictures and on the 2nd floor of the building. We never felt unsafe or insecure in the area or building. The main door has a lock and your unit door has a lock too. We never cooked a meal while we were there so the small kitchen wasn't a concern to us. Lastly, the shower does run out of warm water quickly (I believe this is because the shower head has a leak so half the water doesn't come out through the spout). I mentioned this to the Owner and it'll hopefully be resolved in order for the warm/hot water to last you longer. Otherwise, if you're a couple or 2 people I suggest leaving about a 3-4+ hour gap between your showers just to make sure each one gets warm water.