Xanthes apartment is on the fifth floor, be prepared to walk up many flights of steep "Amsterdam" stairs...once you get to the apartment it is a lovely welcoming space. The views of the park and canal are beautiful! The apartment is about a 45-50 minute walk to the city center, very doable if stops are made along the way. Ubers were an easy and affordable way for four people to get to the city center as well as other city locations. If Summers continue to be hot, extra fans will be needed! Eva who greeted us was very accommodating and helpful, communication throughout our stay was great.