The exterior is not much to look at but the location is an easy walk to the old town (or you can ride a bus which stops across the street--although we walked or drove) espcially with the national libary half way there--which is a good place to get a quick inexpensive breakfast or lunch (enter the door on the left when facing the library). The parking is between the two busy one-way streets--be careful backing out...but it all worked out fine. We didn't cook although we drank tea, and used the fridge. We'd probably stay there again. Einar met us once we passed the building. Internet worked fine and my granddaughter played the piano for us--the reason I actually picked the apartment.